How to use essential oils aromatically
............................................... Pairing: When creating a diffuser blend, you can start out by pairing essential oils of the same type or category together.
............................................... For example, citrus oils like Lemon, Grapefruit, and Bergamot fall within the same category, so you know they will pair well
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.............................................................................................. Variety: When you want to add variety to your diffuser blend, you can pair essential oils from different categories together.
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As you blend different types of oils from different categories, you will enjoy a unique blend that highlights the best
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Blending oils from different categories:- Mint essential oils blend well with woody, herbaceous, earthy, and citrus oils
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- Floral essential oils blend well with woody, spicy, and citrus oils
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- Herbaceous essential oils blend well with woody and mint oils
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- Spicy essential oils blend well with woody, floral, and citrus oils
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- Citrus oils blend well with woody, spicy, floral, and mint oils
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How to use essential oils aromatically
Although diffusers offer a simple, safe way to use essential oils, there are countless other methods that will allow you to experience the aromatic benefits of essential oils through the air. As you become more familiar with essential oils, it will be easy to add variety to your options for aromatic use. Take a look at some of the ideas below for simple suggestions that will broaden your horizons when it comes to using essential oils aromatically.
• Diffuse essential oils during yoga practice to promote relaxing, focusing, grounding, or energizing feelings
• Spray essential oils on clothing for a pleasant scent throughout the day
• Add a drop of oil to a dryer sheet and place in the dryer with a batch of laundry for a clean scent
• Add one to two drops of essential oils to a homemade surface cleaner
• Diffuse essential oils during a bubble bath to create a spa-like environment
• Apply oil to a cotton ball and place in the air vents of your car
• Diffuse essential oils in the car during road trips to create a calming environment
• Diffuse essential oils to help promote a relaxing environment that will promote restful sleep
• Diffuse essential oils when studying for a test to help promote focus and motivation