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DISCLAIMER: the information within this site is ONLY in reference to Young Living products as a result of my personal experience with their Seed to Seal promise. The information provided should never substitute advice given by licensed health care professionals.
So, what do oils do?
So, what do oils do?
To put it simply, they function at the cellular level to support your body's natural functionality. They provide support for every system in your body including nervous (limbic), endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, and integumentary. Bonus: they're even great for cleaning and purifying your home due to certain oils' antimicrobial properties.
To put it simply, they function at the cellular level to support your body's natural functionality. They provide support for every system in your body including nervous (limbic), endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, and integumentary. Bonus: they're even great for cleaning and purifying your home due to certain oils' antimicrobial properties.
How fast do they work?
How fast do they work?
It only takes 22 seconds for molecules to reach your brain, 2 minutes to be found in your bloodstream, and 20 minutes to affect every cell in your body!
It only takes 22 seconds for molecules to reach your brain, 2 minutes to be found in your bloodstream, and 20 minutes to affect every cell in your body!
Essential oils are extremely concentrated and are created through steam distillation of various parts of plants. They are known for their potent scents but are also used for emotional and physiological support.
Essential oils are extremely concentrated and are created through steam distillation of various parts of plants. They are known for their potent scents but are also used for emotional and physiological support.
Dilution for topical use: Many oils should be diluted with a carrier oil prior to application. A carrier oil will not dilute the effects of an oil but will reduce the risk of skin irritation and prevent waste.
Photosensitivity: Some essential oils (like citrus oils) are considered photosensitive due to the potential reaction with sunlight. You should spot test an oil to see how/if your body reacts. In addition, YL recommends avoiding sunlight for 12-24 hours following topical application of photosensitive oils (labels will have a warning).
Safety Information:
Safety Information:
Read the label: each bottle will have information on how the particular oil can be used - aromatically, topically, and/or ingestion. Every oil's use will be different and not all oils are recommended for all types of use, so be sure to read the label!
Using essential oils while pregnant or nursing: it is always recommended to consult your physician for more information prior to use. Personally, I have used oils during pregnancy and have many friends that continued their use of oils during pregnancy and nursing. I avoid oils containing camphor and YL suggests avoiding Clary Sage, Sage, Tansy, Hyssop, Fennel, and Wintergreen (including blends and supplements which contain these).
Using essential oils on children: again, it is always recommended to consult your physician for more information prior to use. The most important thing to remember is DILUTE, DILUTE, DILUTE! Use caution on children under the age of 2. YoungLiving actually has a line of pre-diluted oils called KidScents.
Using essential oils on animals: consult your vet for safety information prior to use. The key with animals is observation as they cannot tell us when they are uncomfortable. When used properly, eo's can provide support for allergies, anxiety, paws, ears, skin, coat, joint and muscles. The "no" list for dogs includes but is not limited to: Cinnamon, Citrus, Peppermint, Pine, Tea tree, Wintergreen, Ylang ylang, Clove, Thyme and Juniper. The "no" list for cats includes but is not limited to: Wintergreen, Citrus, Pine, Ylang ylang, Peppermint, Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus, Tea tree, Thyme, Oregano, and Lavender. YoungLiving has a line of pre-diluted products called AnimalScents.
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