The Top 10
This entry has been on my agenda for quite some time. An entire blog post dedicated to all the ways doTERRA’s top 10 oils can impact the health in your home. Our most popular oils combine to offer nature’s best toolkit. Plant powered solutions to support physical + emotional health with remedies for whatever life throws your way on the daily.
Within this top 10 you’ll find applications for the most common health concerns - immune support, mood management, sleep, digestion, lack of energy, skin, aches + pains, green cleaning, and more! Once you start reading, you’ll quickly realize why this collection of plant magic should be in EVERY home.
Get ready to learn how you can detoxify your lifestyle, customize your own natural farmacy, reconnect with your innate intuition, and take back complete ownership of your health + wellness.
Let me paint a little picture for you……
It’s 2016, I’m an overwhelmed, anxious mama of 2. Day in and day out I’m struggling to manage a high maintenance toddler, colicky baby, and my own emotional health. My wellness is a deadly combo of little sleep, poor eating habits, and practically zero exercise (a far cry from my pre-child days in the fitness industry). The boys were constantly sick, I was a hormonal mess, and my search for cleaner products to use in our home was frustrating to say the least! I knew we needed to make some serious changes to prioritize our family’s health, but I struggled to find answers and products that would really help us. Sound familiar?
I had been following a friend and her journey using essential oils online. For a whole year, I built trust in her and developed a major crush on the products she was sharing. I loved the idea of what oils had to offer us and felt they were exactly what I was looking for. So I finally did it ! I bit the bullet, ordered my kit, and never looked back. We’ve now been using oils for 6 years and I can’t imagine our lives without them. I often take for granted all the ways we use them and just how lucky we are to have them.
Let’s run through the benefits of each oil and some of my favourite uses!
Lemon
Our most affordable and popular oil, Lemon will be a game changer in your home. Known for it’s cleansing properties whether being used aromatically, topically or internally.
Add a drop to a large glass of water to help cleanse the body (glass or stainless steel containers only!)
Make an all purpose cleaner by adding 10 drops lemon + 20 drops On Guard to a 16oz glass bottle with water
Use as a natural goo gone to remove stickers, gum, sap etc
Add to recipes - salad dressing, marinades, baking etc
Diffuse or inhale from hands to instantly uplift mood
Neutralize odours by diffusing or placing a drop in garbage cans, toilet bowls, dishwashers, washing machines, car mats, etc
Clean your produce by filling a glass bowl/sink with water and add 2-3 drops of lemon oil and soak your produce to remove any dirt + residue
Combine with Lavender + Peppermint for seasonal support in diffuser, roller bottle or veggie cap
Add to warm water with honey to soothe throat + respiratory tract
Emotionally Lemon is the oil of focus, promoting presence, restoring energy, and encouraging confidence
*citrus oils are photosensitive so wait 24hrs before exposing your skin to the sun when applying topically
Lavender
Lavender is referred to as our ‘swiss army knife of oils’ because of it’s many uses. Known for it’s calming properties whether to support sleep, mood or even the skin.
Diffuse or apply to the bottoms on the feet for a restful night of sleep
Combine 5-8 drops with 1 cup epsom salts + 1 tsp FCO in a relaxing bath
Blend with Lemon + Peppermint for seasonal support
Apply to pulse points to calm anxious feelings
Carpet + mattress refresher - Sprinkle a mixture of 1 cup baking soda, 10 drops of lavender + Tea Tree oil over your mattress. Allow the mixture to sit for at least one hour then vacuum off
Apply to calm minor skin irritations - scrapes, rash, cuts, burns, bites etc (I like to combine 5 drops of each Lavender, Frank + Tea Tree in a 10ml roller bottle with FCO)
Soothe that sunburn by adding a couple drops of Lavender to aloe vera gel or unscented lotion
Add to baking + recipes for a soft floral flavour
Place a few drops on dryer balls to replace dryer sheets
Emotionally Lavender is the oil of communication + calm, supporting verbal expression, release of insecurities, and peace of mind
Peppermint
The ultimate energizer, Peppermint is known for it’s invigorating properties. This oil is also incredible for cooling the body and relieving tension.
Combine with Lemon + Lavender for seasonal support
Apply on back of the neck + down the spine to cool the body
Apply to temples + nape of the neck to relieve head tension + increase alertness
Diffuse or inhale for the palms to boost energy, increase focus, and open airways
Add to smoothies and baking for a burst of mint flavouring
Rub on the stomach or take internally for occasional digestive discomfort or to ease nausea
Place a drop of your toothbrush or swish with water to freshen breath
Emotionally Peppermint is the oil of buoyant heart, helping us to rediscover joy and invigorate the body, mind and spirit
Tea Tree
A hidden gem, Tea Tree (also known as Melaleuca) is a staple for green cleaning, immune support and skin health.
Clean toothbrushes + makeup tools by soaking in water with 1 drop of Tea Tree
Apply to the skin for minor irritations - I like to combine 5 drops of each Tea Tree, Lavender + Frank in a 10ml roller bottle with FCO
Apply to the feet and toenails for anti-fungal properties
Keep flowers fresh by adding a drop to water to the vase
Make a flu bomb capsule or roller by combining with On Guard, Lemon, Frank and Oregano for immune support
Combine 10 drops Tea Tree with 5 drops Geranium in a 2oz spray bottle (spray hair, brushes, hats etc) or add 1 drop to the scalp when shampooing to keep hair critters away
Carpet + mattress refresher - Sprinkle a mixture of 1 cup baking soda, 10 drops of lavender + Tea Tree oil over your mattress. Allow the mixture to sit for at least one hour then vacuum off
Emotionally Tea Tree is the oil of energetic boundaries, helping us to create healthy + respectful connections and while avoiding toxic relationships
Frankincense
This “King of oils” has so many powerful benefits. You’ll often hear me say “if you aren’t sure what to use, try Frankincense”.
Diffuse or inhale from the palms to encourage focus and ground emotions
Combine with Lemon and apply to the chest or diffuse for respiratory support
Apply to temples, nape of the neck, and/or drop under the tongue to relieve head tension (especially migraines)
Place 1 drop under the tongue daily for optimal cellular + overall health
Add 1 drop of Frankincense when applying any other oil to help boost the benefits
Apply to the skin for minor irritations - I like to combine 5 drops of each Tea Tree, Lavender + Frank in a 10ml roller bottle with FCO
Add a drop to moisturizer to promote youthful, healthy looking skin
Support the immune system by making a veggie capsule or roller with Frank, On Guard, Lemon, and Oregano for immune support
Emotionally Frank is the oil of truth, inviting us feel enlightened, spiritually open, and connected
On Guard
The immune boosting super hero, On Guard Protective blend is a combo of cinnamon, wild orange, eucalyptus, rosemary, and clove.
Combine 20 drops On Guard with 10 drops Lemon in a 16oz glass spray bottle with water for an all purpose cleaner
Add a drop of On Guard + Lemon to warm water with a scoop of honey to support the immune system and/or soothe sore throat
Ensure a healthy immune system by applying (bottoms of the feet), ingesting (1 drop in a veggie cap or in a shot glass with water) or diffusing On Guard daily
Make a flu bomb roller bottle (5 drops each with FCO) capsule (1 drop each)for extra immune support by combining OG, Frank, Lemon, Tea Tree, and Oregano
Gargle with 1-2 drops in water to soothe a sore throat
Make a natural hand sanitizer by adding 10 drops On Guard, 5 drops Lemon, and 1 tsp FCO to a 2oz glass spray bottle with water
On Guard is the inspiration for a whole collection of green cleaning + immune supporting products. Check them out here
Emotionally On Guard is the oil of protection, shielding us from negative energies, strengthening the inner self, and encouraging us to create healthy boundaries
Easy Air
A breath of fresh air…..literally. Easy Air (aka Breathe) is doTERRA’s respiratory blend that includes Lemon, Laurel, Eucalyptus, Ravintsara, Peppermint, Cardamom, and Melaleuca, all oils that combine to promote clear breathing and open airways.
Diffuse at bed time (try combining with Lavender) for a restful night of sleep
Apply to chest, back, and/or feet to encourage clear breathing and reduce coughing and/or congestion
Place a drop in palms and inhale to reduce anxious feelings
Apply to chest or under the nose before exercising or during yoga/meditation to enhance concentration + breathing during your workout.
Apply, inhale, or diffuse to ease seasonal discomfort
Apply over the bridge of the nose and on the chest to reduce snoring
Place a drop on the floor of a hot shower to create your own respiratory steam
Make your own all natural chest rub
This blend has been infused onto some amazing household products + remedies! See them here
Emotionally, Easy Air is known as the oil of Breath, encouraging us to let go (breathe out) of grief and pain, and receive (breathe in) love and support
Balance
Known as doTERRA’s grounding blend, Balance is a beauitful combination of tree oils and roots including Frankincense, Spruce, Ho Wood, Blue Tansy, Blue Chamomile, and Osmanthus. Many of these oils have been used for thousands of years to balance emotions, ease anxious feelings, and harmonize the mind and body.
Place a drop in the palms and inhale to ease anxious feelings + support the emotions
Diffuse to create a calm environment or promote a restful night of sleep (try combining with Lavender or Frankincense)
Apply to pulse points, down the spine, or on the bottoms of feet to ground emotions, calm frustrations and reduce stress
Combine 10 drops Balance with 10 drops Serenity in a 10ml roller bottle topped with FCO for the ultimate liquid calm roller bottle
Add 5-8 drops to 1 cup epsom salts + 1tsp FCO to the bath for a relaxing soak
Place a drop on your yoga mat, inhale from hands, and/or apply to the feet to ground down during your practice
Emotionally, Balance is known as the oil of grounding, encouraging presence, connection to the earth, and inner strength
Zengest
Zengest (Also known as DigestZen), is doTERRA’s digestive blend including Peppermint, Ginger, Cardamom, Caraway, Anise, Coriander, and Fennel. Ease occasional digestive discomfort in a flash through topical, aromatic and internal use.
Tame tummy troubles including nausea, indigestion, bloating, gas, cramping by applying to the stomach
Take internally to easy digestive discomfort from heartburn to bloating to stomach upset
Use topically or internally following a large meal to aid digestion
Apply to chest for relief from heart burn and/or acid reflux
Calm colicky babies by diluting and massing the abdomen
Apply to the stomach to ease nervous butterflies
Inhale or diffuse to relieve nauseous feelings caused by motion, sickness, pregancy etc
Apply over the bridge of the nose and/or sinuses to ease congestion and sinus pain
See the other products in the DigestZen collection here
Deep Blue
Known as doTERRA’s soothing blend, Deep Blue is an amazing combo of Blue (German) Chamomile, Wintergreen, Camphor, Peppermint, Ylang Ylang, Helichrysum, Blue Tansy, and Osmanthus. Get instant relief for the occasional discomfort of tired, sore, and/or achy muscles and joints.
Whether you’re suffering with sore muscles/joints from overuse, a labour intensive work, or injury, apply to the area of concern for immediate relief
Treat your body to a relaxing massage whether at home or by bringing it to your next appointment
Apply to muscles before and/or after exercise to reduce soreness
Massage into neck + shoulders to ease muscle tension after long bouts at a desk or computer
Combine 5-8 drops, 1 cup epsom salts and 1tsp FCO in the bath for a deep muscle soak
‘Get relief from menstrual cramps by apply to the abdomen and lower back
Apply to legs of your little ones to soothe growing pains
Check out some of the other Deep Blue products here
Now to answer your biggest question! How can you get this natural toolkit into your home? I’m so glad you asked!
This collection comes in 2 different kits. One that is a little more budget friendly that I like to refer to as our sampler collection, and one that is a bit more substantial for those of you who mean business! The Family Care is the kit I got started with so I’m partial to that one, only because it literally changed our lives!
If you’re lucky enough to already have these on hand, skip ahead to some great recipes for putting these oils to work for you in your home + lifestyle.
Kit includes:
Top 10 oils in 5ml bottles (approx 85 drops/bottle)
Pebble Diffuser
doTERRA membership (25% off for the year)
Kit includes:
Top 10 oils in 15ml bottles (approx 250 drops/bottle)
Petal Diffuser
doTERRA membership (25% off for the year)
See monthly promos for extra freebies!
Ready to put your oils to work?
It’s completely normal to feel a bit overwhelmed when your oils arrive and not remember what the heck you’re even supposed to do with them. The best thing you can do is just start!! Take the caps off, experience them, and let the incredible journey begin!
Here are some great ideas for using your top 10 aromatically, topically, internally, and in green cleaning solutions, to support your overall wellness.
Don’t forget!
Safely is important! Look over the suggestions below so you can feel more capable + confident in your oil use.
Now, let me guess…...you had absolutely no idea that essential oils had so many uses?! Ain’t that the truth. I hope you can see now that these plant powered solutions are more than just pretty smells!
If you’re just tapping into the wondrous world of essential oils, I’m sure you’ve got loads of questions. Feel free to visit my page on the basics of oiling to learn more about what they are, how to use them, and and why doTERRA is my ride or die company of choice.
If you’re ready to step into this supernatural lifestyle feel free to contact me or click here to grab your kit + get started!
Thanks for reading! Until next time,
