Lavender

Fun Facts:

• Known as the “Swiss Army knife” of essential oils.
• Extracted from lavender flowers via steam distillation.
• One of the most studied essential oils for its calming effects.

Common Uses:

• Supports wound healing
• Promotes relaxation and sleep
• Soothes skin irritation and sunburn
• Calms anxiety and stress
• Helps relieve headaches

Bergamot

Fast Facts:

• Derived from the peel of the bergamot orange.
• Has a bright citrus scent with a slightly floral note.
• Often used in Earl Grey tea!

Common Uses:

• Natural deodorizer
• Uplifts mood and reduces anxiety
• Supports skin health (great for oily skin)
• Helps relieve stress-related tension
• Can aid digestion when used properly

Frankincense

Fast Facts:

• Sourced from the resin of Boswellia trees.
• Revered for centuries in spiritual rituals and traditional medicine.
• Anti-inflammatory and grounding.

Common Uses:

• Helps ease respiratory discomfort
• Enhances meditation and mindfulness
• Reduces inflammation and joint pain
• Promotes healthy skin and reduces scarring
• Supports immune system

Peppermint

Fast Facts:

• A cross between watermint and spearmint.
• Contains menthol, which creates a cooling sensation.
• Known for its energizing, stimulating properties.

Common Uses:

• Clears nasal congestion
• Relieves headaches and migraines
• Eases nausea and motion sickness
• Boosts energy and mental clarity
• Soothes sore muscles

Lemon

Fast Facts:

• Cold-pressed from lemon rinds.
• Refreshing, uplifting scent that doubles as a natural disinfectant.
• High in d-limonene, a powerful antioxidant.

Common Uses:

• Aids digestion and detox (when used appropriately)
• Brightens mood and boosts focus
• Cleans and purifies surfaces
• Freshens air
• Promotes healthy skin

Rosemary

Fast Facts:

• A fragrant herb often used in cooking, but its oil is a brain booster.
• Historically used to improve memory and concentration.
• High in cineole, which opens airways and improves clarity.

Common Uses:

• Clears respiratory passages
• Enhances focus and memory
• Promotes hair growth and scalp health
• Relieves muscle pain
• Boosts circulation

Chamomile (Roman or German)

Fast Facts:

• Comes from daisy-like flowers.
• Roman chamomile is known for its calming effects.
• Contains apigenin, which binds to brain receptors to reduce anxiety.

Common Uses:

• Eases teething pain in children
• Promotes deep sleep and relaxation
• Soothes irritated skin (eczema, rashes)
• Reduces menstrual cramps
• Calms digestive issues

Vetiver

Fast Facts:

• Earthy, grounding scent from the roots of a tropical grass.
• Often called “the oil of tranquility.”
• Used in high-end perfumes and colognes.

Common Uses:

• Soothes muscle aches
• Grounds and calms anxious thoughts
• Promotes deep, restful sleep
• Helps balance emotions and reduce anger
• Supports ADHD and focus in children

Eucalyptus

Fast Facts:

• Derived from eucalyptus leaves (especially Eucalyptus globulus).
• Strong, menthol-like aroma that clears sinuses fast.
• Has antimicrobial and antiviral properties.

Common Uses:

• Boosts respiratory health
• Opens sinuses and eases congestion
• Freshens breath and supports oral health
• Cleans and disinfects surfaces
• Soothes sore muscles

Tea Tree (Melaleuca)

Fast Facts:

• Native to Australia, this oil is antimicrobial and antifungal.
• Has a fresh, medicinal scent.
• A powerhouse for skin health.

Common Uses:

• Clears fungal infections (like athlete’s foot)
• Fights acne and skin infections
• Supports scalp health (dandruff be gone!)
• Acts as a natural disinfectant
• Relieves bug bites

Ylang Ylang

Fast Facts:

• Comes from the star-shaped flowers of the tropical ylang ylang tree.
• Rich, sweet, floral scent often used in perfumes.
• Balances oil production in skin and hair.

Common Uses:

• Nourishes hair and scalp
• Eases tension and anxiety
• Balances hormones
• Boosts mood and sensuality
• Supports heart health

Geranium

Fast Facts:

• Floral and slightly fruity aroma.
• Balances mind and body—especially useful for women.
• Derived from the leaves and stems of the geranium plant.

Common Uses:

• Promotes healthy circulation
• Balances hormones and mood swings
• Supports skin health (eczema, acne)
• Repels insects naturally
• Reduces anxiety and fatigue

Sweet Orange

Fast Facts:

• Cold-pressed from orange peels.
• Bright, sunny scent known for its cheerful vibe.
• Gentle and safe for most uses.

Common Uses:

• Promotes glowing skin
• Boosts mood and reduces stress
• Freshens air naturally
• Enhances cleaning products
• Eases indigestion

Patchouli

Fast Facts:

• Earthy, musky scent often associated with the ’70s, but don’t sleep on it!
• From the leaves of the patchouli plant (a type of mint).
• Deeply grounding and skin-friendly.

Common Uses:

• Enhances libido and sensuality
• Alleviates stress and anxiety
• Improves skin texture and tone
• Reduces inflammation
• Acts as a natural deodorant

Thieves Blend

(or its DIY version: Clove, Cinnamon, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Rosemary)

Fast Facts:

• Based on a legend of 15th-century thieves who stayed healthy during the plague.
• A spicy powerhouse that supports immunity and purifies air.

Common Uses:

• Creates a warm, cozy, clean-smelling home
• Boosts immune system
• Cleans household surfaces
• Diffused for germ protection
• Eases sore throats (used cautiously!)