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Oil of the Week: Oregano

Good morning! This week we are going to talk about an oil that I feel is often the gateway oil to essential oil use. I can pretty much guarantee that all of you have used or at the very least heard of oregano oil. Growing up in my house this was the go to oil anytime someone even had a sniffle to help prevent colds from getting worse. Oregano has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. But oregano is SO MUCH MORE than that, it is also a powerful cleaner and a great oil for spicing up recipes. I cant wait to help you explore this oil this week!

Oregano is amazing because not only is it anti-viral, it is also anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-parasitic, and is considered an immunostimulant. But aside from its powerful healing powers, oregano is also an amazing oil to cook with!

So lets check out doTERRA’s video about oregano!

Like mentioned in the video, oregano oil is VERY powerful so you do need to be cautious about how you use it especially because of how pure this oil is from doTERRA. But this oil is one of my favourites and actually lives in my kitchen because of all the fun things you can use it in cooking for!

Okay so what are some of the best uses for oregano oil you ask? I got you covered! Check out some of the uses below!

  • Oregano oil makes a powerful cleaner! Just add some drops to a spray bottle of water, and clean away!
  • Adding 1-2 drops to a veggie capsule can help to support healthy respiratory function. *
  • Taking 1 drop daily in a veggie capsule can help to support a healthy immune system. *
  • Great for cooking!
  • Oregano helps to support healthy digestion. *
  • Acts as a purifying oil when diffused – caution should be taken and only a maximum of 1-2 drops used.

So who is excited to learn about this powerful oil?

Until tomorrow,

Kelsea

 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

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SpOIL Yourself Saturday: Tea Tree

Tea Tree is an oil that you either love the smell of or hate it I find. You have probably already figured out by this point in the week if you love it or not. But I tend to find that men really like the smell of tea tree, so this week guys, we have some recipes specifically for you! Now ladies don’t stop reading, because I still have some recipes that you will enjoy including a diaper rash cream and an eczema cream!

Okay so guys you are up first! I have a shaving cream recipe and an earthy smelling aftershave that you are sure to love with its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties!

Shaving Cream

Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup shea butter
  • 2/3 cup cocoa butter
  • 1/4 cup doTERRA fractionated coconut oil
  • 5 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 5 drops doTERRA sandalwood oil
  • 5 drops doTERRA peppermint oil

Instructions:

  1. Place shea and cocoa butter in a double boiler to melt.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Mix in doTERRA fractionated coconut oil and essential oils.
  4. Mix well.
  5. Let cool slightly.
  6. Whip with a hand mixer to get a nice fluffy texture.
  7. Use as normal shaving cream.

Earthy Smelling Aftershave

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup witch hazel
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 10 drops doTERRA sandalwood oil
  • 5 drops doTERRA peppermint oil
  • 3 drops doTERRA rosemary oil
  • 3 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • Glass bottle

Instructions:

  1. Place all ingredients together in glass bottle.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Pat onto skin after shaving.

Next up we have one that is good for the babies! But I won’t lie this works really well in the summer for any chafing!

Diaper Rash Relief Spray

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup doTERRA fractionated coconut oil
  • 15 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 15 drops doTERRA lavender oil
  • 15 drops doTERRA frankincense oil
  • Glass spray bottle

Instructions:

  1. In small glass spray bottle, mix all ingredients together.
  2. Spray directly onto rash area.
  3. Reapply as needed.

Finally we have a recipe that I am sure everyone can use. You can make this as either a spray or a roller bottle, whatever you prefer! Personally I like the roller bottle because I find it easier to transport.

Dermatitis and Eczema Spray or Roller Bottle

Ingredients:

  • 10 drops doTERRA frankincense oil
  • 10 drops doTERRA lavender oil
  • 10 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 10 drops doTERRA helichrysum oil
  • 3 drops doTERRA lemongrass oil
  • 4 drops doTERRA juniper berry oil
  • 5 drops doTERRA geranium oil
  • 50 drops doTERRA fractionated coconut oil

Instructions:

  1. Add ingredients to spray or roller bottle.
  2. Shake well to mix.
  3. Apply as needed.

What did you think of todays post? Be sure to let me know in the comments!

Kelsea

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Freshen Up Friday: Tea Tree

I am so excited for you guys to try these recipes! They are amazing!!!! And they work so well and leave everything with a really fresh smell. I have a few different recipes for you this week. So get those spray bottles ready and be ready for a super clean smelling home, that is all safe and natural!

First up we have a toilet bowl cleaner. Now I have really hard water and find the toilet can be a pain to clean but this worked really good!

Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 10 drops doTERRA tea tree oil

Instructions:

  1. Mix ingredients together to dissolve the baking soda.
  2. Add to toilet bowl.
  3. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Scrub with a toilet brush and flush.

Awesome right? Next up we have a spray if you have any pesky mould or mildew this will help get rid of it AND prevent it from coming back.

Mould and Mildew Spray

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups water
  • 30 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 10 drops doTERRA peppermint oil

Instructions:

  1. Add ingredients together to a spray bottle.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Spray directly onto mould or mildew.
  4. DO NOT RINSE.
  5. Repeat daily or weekly as needed.

I love the recipes for cleaning with essential oils because they are so easy to make and they are so much better for your household than store bought cleaners. This multipurpose spray is one that I use EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I am sure you are going to love this!

Multipurpose Cleaner

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 20 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 15 drops doTERRA lemon oil
  • Glass spray bottle

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients together into glass spray bottle.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Spray onto surface and wipe clean with a paper towel or cloth.
  4. Shake well before each use.

Finally we have a great smelling room purifier spray. This one is great to leave in the bathroom or mud room to help tackle pesky odours.

Purifying Room Spray

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
  • 10 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 8 drops doTERRA Purify oil
  • 4 drops doTERRA lemon oil
  • 3 drops doTERRA lime oil
  • Glass or steel spray bottle

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients together in spray bottle.
  2. Shake well to mix.
  3. Spray in air to remove odours.
  4. Shake before each use.

Wow! So how awesome and easy was this edition of “Freshen Up Friday”? I love making these cleaning products because you typically already have the ingredients you need at home.

Until tomorrow,

Kelsea

 

 

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Thirsty Thursday: Tea Tree

I did manage to find a recipe that includes Tea Tree. Now this is not a drink you would want to have any night, but it does work great if you are starting to feel a cold coming to to help kick it goodbye!

Cold and Flu Kicker

Ingredients:

  • 2 drops doTERRA lavender oil
  • 2 drops doTERRA lemon oil
  • 2 drops doTERRA peppermint oil
  • 2 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 1 cup hot water

Instructions:

  1. Mix oils into hot water.
  2. Stir well.
  3. Drink!

On a slightly related note, I have another great recipe for you using tea tree oil. Cold sores can often be passed through drink glasses. So this week we have a recipe for you to help get rid of those nasty little cold sores.

Cold Sore Roller Bottle

Ingredients:

  • 6 drops doTERRA peppermint oil
  • 6 drops doTERRA tea tree oil
  • 1 drop doTERRA helichrysum oil
  • 2 drops doTERRA clove bud oil
  • 3 drops doTERRA lavender oil
  • 2 drops doTERRA cinnamon bark oil
  • doTERRA fractionated coconut oil
  • 5ml roller bottle

Instructions:

  1. Add oils to 5ml roller bottle.
  2. Top off bottle with doTERRA fractionated coconut oil.
  3. Apply to area until healed, and apply for 1-2 additional days to help prevent further sores.

Well thats all for today, be sure to check by tomorrow for some amazing cleaning recipes!

Kelsea