SELF-CARE WITH DOTERRA

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HOW TO USE YOUR DOTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS TO LOOK AFTER YOURSELF IN A NATURAL WAY, USING ONLY A FEW NATURAL INGREDIENTS.

I HAVE CREATED AN EBOOK WITH ALL RECIPES LISTED HERE, SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT AT shemamswithoils@gmail.com IF YOU WANT THE FREE DOWNLOADABLE VERSION OF IT.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED, A NOTE ON SAFETY. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.

All recipes, unless otherwise specified, are for adults use only.

Please refer to the dilution chart by age to make up recipes for children or older people.

Safe dilution chart by age (per 10ml rollers):

• Newborn-6 months: 1-2 drops of EO
• 6 months- 2 years: 1-3 drops of EO
• 2-5 years: 2-5 drops of EO
• 5-12 years: 5-10 drops of EO
• 12 years and up: 15-20 drops of EO
• Adults: up to 40-50 drops of EO

INTERNAL USE

Not all Doterra Essential oils can be ingested, so please ALWAYS refer to the specific Oil’s label for that (if an Oil can be ingested, the label will contain info called “Supplements Facts”). If using hot oils internally (only in a veggie cap), take them on a 10 days on/10 days off basis.  

When making DIY products and remedies using EO, always use dark glass bottles, never clear containers, and never plastic. Make sure to thoroughly wash and dry your jars and containers before using them.

Shelf life of DIY products containing water is very short, due to the possibility of contamination. Always use distilled or cooled, boiled water. Always discard those products after 2 weeks max.

If the DIY products don’t contain water, then discard after 6 months max.

Always avoid getting Essential Oils and DIY products in your eyes and mouth.

EO that come from Citrus fruits and Berries are photosensitive and therefore you should avoid exposing your skin to direct sunlight for at least 12 hours after applying them.

Oils that are photosensitive:

• SINGLE OILS: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Wild Orange, Tangerine, Cumin.
• OIL BLENDS: Aromatouch, Breathe (Air), Cheer, Motivate, Forgive, Citrus Bliss, Elevation, In Tune, On Guard, Purify, Smart and Sassy, Zendocrine.
• (NB: Despite the name, Lemongrass EO is NOT photosensitive).

ABBREVIATIONS:

• EO: Essential Oils;
• FCO: Fractionated Coconut Oil;
• ACV: Apple Cider Vinegar;
• Tbsp: Tablespoon;
• Tsp: Teaspoon.

Looking after ourselves is something that unfortunately more often than not is synonym with pre-packaged, pricey “beauty products”, bought in a drugstore and made with a long list of unintelligible ingredients.

Well, if you thought that the alternative, making your own personal-care products, was too time consuming and difficult, think again.

With the FREE EBOOK I’ve created, I’m going to provide you with a comprehensive list of DIY products that are easily made on any evening or weekend. 

And best of all: they only call for a few natural ingredients that are very easy to get and inexpensive. Most of them you will probably already have at home.  

Doterra Essential Oils provide a pure, non-toxic way to care for the body, and are easy to incorporate into your daily routine, so I hope you give these recipes a try.

And if you want a more comprehensive list of DIY recipes and ideas, drop me a message and I’ll send you the downloadable version of my FREE EBOOK.

Enjoy!

HOMEMADE HAND SALVE

You will need:

• 5 drops of Lavender;
• 5 drops of Geranium;
• 2 Tbsp of Olive Oil (Almond Oil);
• 2 Tbsp of Beeswax Pellets;
• 1 Tsp Vitamin E oil;
• 60 ml (2oz) glass jar.

Add the beeswax and oil of your choice to a double boiler and slowly heat till melted (stir occasionally). Once melted, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Add EO and Vitamin E oil and mix well. Pour mixture into jar and let cool down completely before use. To use, rub a small amount onto hands when needed.

STRETCH MARK BLEND

In a 10 ml roller, add:

• 1 Tsp of Vitamin E oil
• 50 drops in total (max) of EO from the below list: Wild Orange, Yarrow Pom, Frankincense, Lavender, Geranium, Myrr, Helichrysum, Cypress, Citrus Bliss, Green Mandarin, Immortelle (Salubelle).
• Top with FCO.

Apply daily, AM and PM.

BODY BUTTER

You will need: 

• 1/4 cup of Coconut Oil;
• 1/4 cup of Olive Oil; 
• 1/4 cup of Shea Butter;
• 1/4 cup Cocoa Butter;
• 1 Tsp of Vitamin E Oil;
• 20 drops of EO of your choice.

On a double boiler, slowly melt together the coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter and cocoa butter. Once melted, remove from the heat and let it cool slightly. Add Vitamin E Oil and EO.

Let it sit till firm (but not solid).

Using a hand mixer, whip it up till fluffy and soft.

Store in an airtight jar.

FOAMING BODY WASH

In a 300ml (10 oz) foaming pump dispenser add:

• 1/3 cup of Pure Castile Soap;
• 10 drops of Wild Orange;
• 10 drops of Ylang Ylang;
• 2 Tsp of FCO.

Top with distilled (or cooled, boiled) water.  Shake well to mix and before each use. You can use different EO to suit your taste.

BATH BOMBS

You will need:

• 2/3 cup of Baking Soda;
• 1/3 cup of Epsom Salts;
• 1/2 cup of Cornstarch;
• 2 Tsp of Coconut Oil;
• 2 Tsp of Water;
• 15 drops of your favourite EO.

Combine dry ingredients in one bowl, and the wet ones in another. Slowly, and while stirring, add the wet mix to the dry one. Knead the mixture till it resembles wet sand and till it can be pressed into a shape. Form into balls or press into moulds. Allow to dry for at least 2 hours. Store in an airtight jar.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR MORE INSPIRATION ON HOW TO USE ONLY NATURAL PRODUCTS IN YOUR SKINCARE, MAKE SURE TO CHECK ALSO MY BLOG POST ON THE MANY USES OF CASTILE SOAP, AND GET A FREE EBOOK, FILLED WITH RECIPES!

LEARN HOW TO USE CASTILE SOAP IN YOUR HOME

YES PLEASE!

As always, if you need any help to get started on your Doterra journey, please feel free to message me and I’ll be happy to help you.

Till next time,

IMPORTANT: when using Essential Oils, make sure to use only CPTG Certified, Pure, Therapeutic Grade ones, like Doterra Essential Oils. The content of this blog post and any information provided here has not been evaluated by any government entity or medical practitioner. It is NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, illness or condition. It is NOT intended to be a substitute for medical counselling. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any medical condition or illness or injury, you SHOULD consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any product.