Where to Begin

Introduction to Essential Oils Kit

LAVENDER

• Apply to the bottom of feet or on a pillow before sleeping
• Use to calm reaction to a bee sting or bug bite
• Use with bath salts for a relaxing spa bathing experience
• Apply to wrists or inhale when traveling to ease motion upset
• Lightly apply to soothe sunburned or scalded skin
• Apply to back, hands, or feet of a restless or agitated child
• Use to calm and soothe diaper rash
• Calm sensitive skin and soothe pores after hair removal
• Apply to dry, chapped lips before applying lip balm
• Use with peppermint for a healthy scalp massage
• Add to lotion for a stress-relieving hand massage

LEMON

• Add a drop to a water glass bottle or glass or to water served at a restaurant
• Diffuse aromatically or apply topically for mood elevation
• Add to drop of honey to soothe a cough or throat discomfort, ache, or soreness
• Dilute with coconut oil for a daily fingernail conditioning massage
• Apply directly to unwanted mouth sores for soothing relief
• Add a drop of lemon and peppermint to your toothbrush after use
• Diffuse in a room to neutralize odors
• Remove gum, label adhesives, and greasy substances from fabric
• Use to clean kitchen counters and stainless steel appliances
• Add to olive oil for a non-toxic furniture polish

PEPPERMINT

• Rub on stomach or feet, or take one drop internally to calm indigestion or upset stomach
• Use with lemon in water for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse
• Diffuse aromatically or apply topically to open sinuses and airways
• Apply with lavender to sore, tired muscles and joints
• Breathe during a meal to help you feel full
• Add to a cold water compress or foot bath to cool off when overheated
• Inhale as a non-stimulant, invigorating pick-me-up on long drives
• Add to shampoo and conditioner for a stimulating hair and scalp massage
• Use with lavender and lemon during allergy season
• Spritz on child’s shirt before study time for alertness

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