Top 4 Essential Oils for SUMMER!
It's officially summertime! Here in Colorado, it's definitely warming up and we are spending more time outside. I thought it would be fun to share my top four oils for summer. Feel free to comment with your favorites!
LAVENDER
Lavender is one oil that I always have on me. I find it to be the most versatile and gentle essential oil for kids. It's also a great oil for moms! It's calming to for the mind making it ideal for stress or sleep, but it is also calming for the body. Some ways that I love to use it during the summer are:
Mix a couple drops with unscented body lotion and apply to your skin after spending too much time in the sun.
Apply directly to occasional skin irritations.
Diffuse to ease feelings of tension.
Add a couple drops of Lavender to pillows, bedding, or the bottoms of feet to prepare for a restful night’s sleep.
Apply around the ear for any pain associated with swimming.
Use on tired muscles after hiking.
LEMON
Have you ever smelled Lemon essential oil? It's amazing!! It's also another favorite of mine for summer. Here are some ways to use it:
Add a drop to your water to add some flavor and help stay hydrated. Just remember to always use glass or stainless steel instead of plastic.
Cook with it!!! Add it to your favorite veggie recipe. You will love it!
Use it to make a Beach Wave Salt Spray. Find the instructions here.
Diffuse Lemon to promote a positive mood.
Add Lemon essential oil to a spray bottle with water to clean tables, counter tops, and other surfaces.
Use it with water for a natural fruit and veggie wash!
PEPPERMINT
If you have ever used Peppermint in the summer, you will know exactly why I LOVE it! It's cooling to the body making it a must have oil for the summertime! Here are some of my favorite uses for this oil:
Rub on temples after you wake up for a morning energy boost.
Diffuse when feeling fatigued or low on energy.
Keep on hand in case you need to freshen your breath. Just place one drop in your mouth.
Use to reduce bloating, gas, and occasional indigestion from all those fun summer parties.
Breathe in to promote clear breathing before a long hike.
Add to a cold water compress or foot bath to cool off when overheated.
Inhale for a non-stimulant, invigorating pick-me up on long drives.
Add with water in a spray bottle and use to repel bugs naturally.
Apply topically on temples to relieve feelings of tension.
Add a couple drops to your palms, rub together, and breathe in when dealing with jet lag.
When feeling warm, rub peppermint on your neck or mix in a spray bottle and spray your body.
POWER COMBO - LAVENDER, LEMON, & PEPPERMINT
One reason I choose the first three oils as my top oils for summer is because when they are combined together they are very powerful. Together, they promote feelings of clear breathing and help to open the airways. They also help to support healthy immune function and response during times of seasonal threats. They can be diffused together (two drops of each), applied topically on the shoulders or feet, or even taken internally with water or in an empty capsule. These three oils are literally the reason that I can enjoy my time outside without being a hot mess!
TERRASHIELD
My fourth favorite essential oil for summer is the "Outdoor Blend" called TerraShield. When it comes to outdoor protection, no defense is better than Mother Nature’s offerings. This blend contains powerful essential oils and other plant oils known to provide outdoor protection in a natural, safe way. It has Ylang Ylang, Cedarwood, Catnip, Lemon Eucalyptus, Litsea, Arborvitae, Nootka, and Vanilla Bean Absolute. These oils smell great together and they all possess specific chemical compounds known to protect against environmental annoyances. It comes in either a 15ml bottle or a spray version. Both are great! Here are some tips on using it:
Take TerraShield on camping trips or to outdoor events.
Spray TerraShield around your door, window seals, and tent.
Apply to arms and legs before heading outside.
Apply topically or place on aromatherapy jewelry while camping or on a fishing trip.
Spray your garden with it.
Can be used safely by everyone in the family (even pets)!
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XOXO
Jamie