A Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils

New to essential oils? You’re not alone. With so many oils and so many ways to use them, getting started can feel a little overwhelming. The good news is that you don’t need to be an expert to enjoy the benefits of essential oils. They’re a simple, natural way to add a little more intention to your everyday wellness routine.

What Are Essential Oils?

Essential oils are concentrated botanical extracts made from parts of plants such as flowers, leaves, peels, roots, and wood. Each oil contains naturally occurring plant compounds and has its own unique properties.

Essential oils have long been used in aromatherapy and personal care as a way to support everyday wellness and create more mindful self-care rituals.

How Can You Use Them?

One of the best things about essential oils is their versatility. Depending on the oil and the product, they can be incorporated into:

• Aromatherapy — Use in a diffuser to create a specific atmosphere in your space.
• Bath & body rituals — Enjoy them in any of our Blending Bar products
• Massage — Essential oils can be incorporated into massage oils and body care.
• Everyday self-care — Add botanical ingredients to routines designed around relaxation, refreshing, or simply taking a moment for yourself.

Popular oils to explore include Lavender, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Lemon, Sweet Orange, Bergamot, Rosemary, Geranium, Cedarwood, and Lemongrass.

Start Simple

You don't need a collection of dozens of oils to get started. Begin with a few that appeal to you and explore how they fit into your routine. You may find yourself reaching for different oils depending on the time of day or the kind of self-care you're looking for.

Most importantly, remember that essential oils are highly concentrated. For topical use it's important to dilute oils rather than applying essential oils directly to your skin.

Essential oils can be a simple and enjoyable introduction to botanical wellness. Start with what interests you, keep it simple, and let your self-care routine grow from there.