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1 7 7 W ays to use Essential Oils For Beginners Olga Hermans

2 Introduction Smell is a potent wizard that transports us across thousands of miles and all the years we have lived. The odors of fruits waft me to my southern home, to my childhood frolics in the peach orchard. Other odors, instantaneous and fleeting, cause my heart to dilate joyously or contract with remembered grief. Even as I think of smells, my nose is full of scents that start to awake sweet memories of summers gone and ripening fields far way. - Helen Keller Lacking both sight and sound, Helen Keller possessed an acute sense of smell that recorded distinct moments of her life. She could revisit memories each time an identified aroma reached her nose. While most are not as adeptly aware of scent as she was, we actually smell each time we breathe. Tiny molecules of aroma elicit psychological, physiological, and spiritual reactions in our bodies and minds. All responses may happen subconsciously or intentionally. These are the effects of aromatherapy and the power of essential oils. The German model of essential oil use is largely based on inhalation to induce emotional and physiological responses. Scent elicits the quickest response from our brains, faster than sight or sound Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

3 Smells not only activate the release of stored emotions and memories, they also rouse the production of hormones and neurochemicals that affect physiology and behavior. Research shows that the sense of smell, though very complex, is a rapid acting, and a substantial reason to use essential oils. As early as 1949, J.E. Amoore, a British scientist, theorized an explanation of smell. He believed each odor was composed of an odorous molecule with a specific geometric shape that fit into a matching receptor neuron, lining the nasal cavity like a key. This connection was believed to trigger nerve impulses going to the brain that stimulated certain physical or psychological responses Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

4 My Introduction to YLO Last summer I was in a conference in Chicago where I met Angela Brooks among many others. I didn't really know a lot about essential oils. I had heard people talk about peppermint and because I love peppermint, I was all ears. They said that they put a few drops in a glass of water and drank it. That was like music in my ears. I love to drink water and the idea of bringing some flavor to my water sounded very good to me. So, that is how I started with the Young Living Essential Oils. And since I am drinking the peppermint water, I am totally caffeine free. Before I drank about 8 cups of coffee a day and now I have NO desire whatsoever to touch coffee other than decaffeinated coffee. That means a lot to me. I also learned that we can use peppermint essential oil if we have a headache by putting a drop on the temples, between the eyes and even on the back of the neck. This helps it to disappear. The Peppermint Oil helps in so many ways; I noticed that the drops in my water also helped with my digestive system! I met the person who introduced me to Young Living Essential Oils in Chicago. She is a vibrant and bold person who has worked for years as a psychiatric nurse, and is also an author and a blogger. She has taught me so many things already and I am still learning from her. The moment I signed up, she added me to this facebook group that has at this very moment 117 members and is steadily growing. You also can be in that group! 4 77 Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

5 How Do You Use an Essential Oil? It s Simple You Smell It No matter the method of application, you first notice the aromatic scent of essential oils; here are some things you need to know: When starting, it is best to mix them with Young Living's V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex or any other pure vegetable oil, we call that a "carrier oil." Normally you mix 3-6 drops of essential oil with 1-2 tablespoons of V-6. When you use it with a carrier oil, it helps the essential oils spread more evenly. The oil mixture can then be gently massaged into the skin. This chart provides a basic idea of the different areas of the body where some specific Young Living oils might be applied to the body Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

6 How Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils Work on the Human Body Essential oils work differently than any other natural substance on earth. Unique features of essential oils: They pass through the skin and cell membranes They are circulated/diffused through the body within 30 minutes They go directly to the brain through the olfactory bulb They affect our feelings and our thoughts as smell is our most emotional sense They perform multiple functions due to their structural complexity The simplest and most common way to use the essential oils is topical application. According to researcher Jean Valnet, M.D., an essential oil that is directly applied to the skin can pass into the bloodstream and diffuse throughout the tissues in 20 minutes or less Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

7 I need to make a very serious comment here though that this only counts for Young Living essential oils. You cannot expect to get the same results or quality if the essential oil is not Young Living. Please do not use other brands of essential oils the same way you would use Young Living oils. Quality is Very Important. Poor quality oils may possibly be harmful due to unknown additives and poor plant or distillation conditions. Many people think that essential oils are a New Age thing, when in fact their history dates back to over 4,000 years. Maybe we better say they are Ancient Age instead of New Age. Essential oils were commonly used during biblical times and are mentioned hundreds of times in the bible. Unlike chemical drugs, therapeutic-grade essential oils do not remain in the body and they leave no toxins behind. Essential oils make more sense as air fresheners than commercial products, since they cleanse the air by altering the structure of the molecules creating the smells rather than masking the unwanted odors Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

8 How to Use the Scent of the Oils Direct Inhalation Put several drops of oil into your hands, or on a tissue or cotton ball. Cup your hands over your nose and mouth. Breathe deeply. Direct Application Because essential oils are soluble with the lipid membranes of cells, they have an unmatched ability to penetrate and disperse within minutes throughout the body. You can apply the oils directly over an area of concern, but always be careful to NOT get the oils in your eyes. If this does happen, flush with vegetable oil if an essential oil accidentally gets in the eyes (NEVER use water to flush your eye or to dilute an essential oil). The spicy or hot essential oils such as Cinnamon, Clove, Thyme, Oregano and Peppermint can be warming to sensitive skin. Dilute your Essential oils with the Young Living vegetable oil, a pure Olive or Almond oil if skin sensitivity is a concern. Diffuse oils into the air Diffusing can help reduce bacteria, fungus and mold, help with weight management, help you to relax and relieve tension, improve concentration and mental clarity and much more! Use a Young Living diffuser that has been specially designed to disperse a fine mist into the room. Young Living diffusers will not heat the oils, ensuring the full therapeutic benefits Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

9 Place a bowl of hot water in a room. Sprinkle in a few drops of your favorite oil. The steam will carry oil molecules into the room. Fill a humidifier with water. Put a tissue with a few drops of oil in front of the escaping steam. Do not put the oil in the humidifier. It will float on top of the water instead of rising with the water vapor. Put a mixture of a few drops of oil and water into a spray bottle, shake vigorously, and spray on yourself or into the air. Shake before each use. Carefully pour boiling water into a bowl. Add a few drops of essential oils. Cover your head and the bowl in a tent-like fashion with a towel. Inhale the steam. REMEMBER: to begin slowly, more is NOT better when using pure and potent essential oils! More Is Not Always Better Respect must always be taken in regards to the power of an essential oil. In most cases, one or two drops are plenty! Consider this: one drop of Peppermint equals 28 cups of Peppermint tea! Young Living essential oils are not diluted or adulterated, nor are they processed in such a way that renders them useless therapeutically. They ARE potent and although one or two drops may not seem like much, I can assure you, it is far more than you might imagine! Have you ever used a high quality therapeutic-grade essential oil before? If not, you are in for a wonderful surprise! Young Living Essential Oils are the best I have ever found Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

10 My life and the methods I apply for healing and wellness have forever been changed by discovering Young Living oils I turn to them for absolutely everything! The basics that you ll need to know Discover uses for Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, and the popular Thieves Blend The 68 Ways to Use Young Living Essential Oils can help anyone immediately use and appreciate the benefits of Young Living s pure, organic, and unadulterated, therapeuticgrade essential oils. Whether diffusing, applying topically, ingested as a dietary supplement, as air fresheners to kill airborne bacteria, as part of a First Aid kit, using to flavor beverages, in cooking or baking Young Living s oils will help you step into a world of wellness. LAVENDER (Lavandula angustifolia) is the most versatile of all essential oils. Therapeuticgrade lavender has been highly regarded for the skin. Lavender has been clinically evaluated for its relaxing effects. It may be used to cleanse cuts, bruises and skin irritations. The fragrance is calming, relaxing and balancing physically and emotionally. 1. Rub a couple drops on the soles of feet for calming. 2. Rub a drop on your pillow to help you sleep. 3. Put a drop on a bee sting or insect bite to help stop itching and reduce swelling. 4. Put 2-3 drops on a minor burn to decrease pain Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

11 5. Drop Lavender oil on a cut to stop the bleeding. 6. Mix several drops with V-6 Mixing Oil and use topically on eczema and dermatitis. 7. For motion sickness, place a drop on the end of the tongue, around naval or behind the ears. 8. To stop a nosebleed, put a drop of oil on a tissue and wrap it around a small chip of ice. Push up under the middle of the top lip to the base of the nose and hold. 9. Rub a drop over the bridge of the nose to unblock tear ducts. (Keep away from eyes!) 10. Rub a couple drops of Lavender oil on dry or chapped skin. 11. Rub a drop of Lavender oil on chapped or sunburned lips. (Do not use during sun exposure.) 12. To minimize the formation of scar tissue, massage on and around the affected area. 13. Rub 2 4 drops over armpit area as a deodorant. 14. A drop between your palms, inhale deeply to help alleviate the symptoms of hay fever. 15. Rub several drops of Lavender oil into scalp to help eliminate dandruff. 16. Place a few drops on a cotton ball, put in your linen closet to scent the linens and repel moths and insects. 17. Place a drop of Lavender oil in your water fountain to scent the air, kill bacteria and prolong the time between cleanings. 18. Put a few drops on a damp washcloth and throw into the dryer in place of dryer sheets. 19. Put a drop of Lavender oil on a cold sore. 20. Diffuse Lavender to alleviate symptoms of allergies. 21. Mix 7-10 drops of Lavender oil in a 4oz. spray bottle filled with water, to spray on sunburn to cool and soothe (shake before use). 22. Drop Lavender oil on a cut to clean the wound and kill bacteria. 23. Apply 2-3 drops of Lavender to a rash to stop the itching and heal the skin Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

12 LEMON (Citrus lemon) has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. Lemon oil has also been shown to elevate mood tip: inhale lemon and lavender combined to uplift mood! CAUTION: Citrus oils should NOT be applied to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light within 72 hrs. 24. Use 1-3 drops of Lemon oil to add flavor to salad dressings, baked goods or beverages. 25. For homemade lemonade, in a blender, add 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 tablespoons of honey and two cups of pure water. Tip: add 1 cup of ice (in place of water) to make a slushy. 26. Use 1-2 drops to remove gum, oil, grease or crayon Rub a drop on a corn, callous or bunion morning and evening. 28. To clean and increase the shelf life of fresh fruit, fill a bowl with cool water and 2-3 drops of Lemon oil. Be sure all surfaces of the fruit contact the lemon water. 29. Add 2-3 drops to water (in a spray bottle) and spray counter tops to sterilize them. 30. Soak your dishrag in Lemon oil overnight in water to disinfect and kill germs. 31. Add a drop of Lemon oil to your dishwasher before the wash cycle. 32. Rub a drop of Lemon on your hands after using a public bathroom. 33. Place a drop of Lemon oil on cold sores or fever blisters to lessen pain and aid healing Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

13 34. Put a drop of Lemon oil on bleeding gums caused by gingivitis or tooth extraction. 35. Rub 2 drops of Lemon oil topically for athletes foot. 36. Rub 1 drop on a wart morning and night until it disappears. 37. Put drops of Lemon oil in a gallon of carpet cleaning solution to pull out stains and brighten the rug. Note: do a test area first. PEPPERMINT (Mentha piperita) is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D., studied peppermints effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermints ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy. Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied peppermints ability to directly affect the brains satiety center, which triggers a sense of fullness after meals. 38. Rub 2 drops over stomach/ around navel w/v-6 to relieve indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea. 39. Add 1 drop Peppermint oil to herbal tea to aid in digestion and relieve heartburn. 40. Massage 2-3 drops of Peppermint w/carrier oil (V-6) on an injury to reduce inflammation. 41. Apply Peppermint oil immediately to an injured area to relieve pain. If there is a cut or open wound, apply the Peppermint oil around, not on, the open wound. 42. Rub 2-5 drops of Peppermint oil on soles of the feet to reduce fever. 43. Apply Peppermint oil topically on unbroken skin to stop itching Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

14 44. Poison ivy or poison oak, apply Peppermint oil on location, dilute with V-6 (carrier oil). 45. Inhale Peppermint before and during a workout to boost your mood and reduce fatigue. 46. Massage 2 drops with V-6 on abdomen to relieve nausea. 47. To relieve a headache, rub on the temples, forehead, over the sinuses (keep away from eyes) and on the back of the neck. 48. Place one drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue to improve alertness and concentration. 49. Diffuse Peppermint in the room while studying to improve concentration and accuracy. Inhale Peppermint while taking a test to improve recall. 50. Place a drop of Peppermint on tongue and palms of your hands, inhale deeply into the nose and sinuses to relieve congestion from a cold. 51. To deter rats, mice, ants or cockroaches, place two drops on a cotton ball and place along the path or point of entry for these pests. 52. Mix one 15 ml. bottle of Peppermint into a 5 gals. of paint to dispel the fumes. 53. To kill aphids, add 4-5 drops to 4 ounces of water and spray the plants. 54. Put one drop in a glass of cold water to cool off on a hot day. 55. Rub Peppermint oil on joints to relieve arthritis or tendonitis pain. 56. Put one drop of diluted Peppermint oil on the tongue or (undiluted) into a glass of water to stop bad breath. 57. Inhale the fragrance to curb appetite and lessen the impulse to overeat. 58. Add 6 drops to a 4oz. spray bottle filled with water, keep in bathroom for air freshener. 59. Mix Peppermint oil in a footbath to relieve sore feet Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

15 Thieves (essential oil blend) The blend of essential oils in Thieves is well known for enhancing health and wellbeing. Each of the single essential oils in this blend makes Thieves one of Young Living s most effective and favorite essential oils. The single oils in the blend Thieves are: Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is nature s richest source of eugenol, known for its immuneenhancing properties. Clove oil is the highest-scoring single natural substance tested for its antioxidant capacity on the ORAC (ORAC of 1,078,700 ute/100g). Clove oil contains compounds that inhibit the growth of oral pathogens Streptococcus mutans, Actinomyces viscosus, P. gingivalis, and P. intermedia.* Lemon (Citrus limon) with 68 percent d-limonene, Lemon oil is a powerful antioxidant known for its ability to act as a natural solvent and cleanser. Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum verum) Young Living s Cinnamon comes from the bark, not the leaves this provides us with huge benefits, unlike the leaf which smells the same but does not carry any wellness benefits. Cinnamon Bark has a long held reputation for relieving discomfort during the winter season and supporting the digestive system. Eucalyptus radiata is one of the most versatile of the Eucalyptus oils and has many healthpromoting properties. This powerful essential oil contains eucalyptol, which in lab studies has been reported as being effective against bacteria in topical applications.* Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis CT 1,8 cineol) is naturally energizing and may be helpful in restoring mental alertness during fatigue.* Many studies have been done on Rosemary s ability as an anti-fungal, infections, and antimicrobical benefits Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

16 60. Apply 1-2 drops to cuts or open wounds to help prevent infection and promote healing. 61. Mix 1 drop in a tablespoons of water, gargle and swallow for a sore throat. 62. Morning and evening, apply 2 drops on the soles of feet to protect from colds and flu. 63. Apply one drop to a bee or wasp sting to neutralize the toxin and relieve the pain. 64. Once or twice a week, add enough drops (3-4) to a Q-Tip and rub on gums and teeth to help kill oral pathogens, and promote healthy gums and teeth. 65. Diffuse at home or office to kill airborne germs of colds and flu. 66. Put 3-5 drops on a dampened washcloth in place of toxic dryer sheets. 67. Mix 3-4 drops of Thieves with ½ cup Baking Soda for an effective tub and tile cleaner. 68. Mix 1 drop with a teaspoon of honey for cough relief. VALOR Valor is an energy balancing blend of Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora), Blue Tansy (Tanacetum annuum), Frankincense (Boswellia carteri), and Spruce (Picea mariana) in a base of pure Almond Oil. Valor works with the bodies electrical and nervous system bringing alignment and balance throughout the whole body sys tem. 69. Emotional Strength. Rub a few drops of Valor oil over the heart, neck, wrists and on the bottom of each foot to relieve feelings of fear and anxiety Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved

17 70. Back Pain/Injury. Apply Valor to bottoms of feet and spine to help alignment. 71. Joint Pain/Injury. Add a few drops of Valor to V-6 mixing oil and apply to the joints. 72. TMJ. Rub Valor on the jaw before bed and in the morning until pain is relieved. 73. Sciatica. Apply 2 drops of Valor to the heels of feet using pressure. 74. Anxiety. Rub a few drops on feet, neck and chest. Breathe deeply. 75. Sleep Apnea. Apply Valor to the bottoms of feet before bed. 76. Stiff Neck. Use 2 drops of Valor on neck and massage. 77. Spinal Adjustment. Rub a few drops of Valor up and down the spine and the bottom arches of the feet. For more information, or to place an order, please contact: Olga Hermans Young Living Independent Distributor # youngliving@thechoicedrivenlife.com Order Online: Essential Oil Blog: Disclaimer: This information is intended for educational purposes only and is referring only to the Young Living Essential Oil. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Anyone suffering from a serious disease, illness or injury should consult with a health care professional Ways to Use Essential Oils for Beginners Olga Hermans All Rights Reserved