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Carrier Oils

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Many oils are safe to apply directly to the skin (example: 1 drop lavender) just make sure what you are using is not lavandin labeled as lavender or genetically-altered lavender. Quality oils are essential! However, most oils need to be diluted with a carrier oil to be used properly.

Carrier oils help extend and provide a more efficient way to use essential oils.

CARRIER OILS:
*A vegetable oil derived from from the fatty portion of the plant. Usually from the seeds, kernels or nuts.
*Carrier oils are used for diluting essential oils prior to use in order to prevent irritation and protect sensitive skin.
*Dilution of essential oil with a carrier oil does NOT dilute the effects of essential oil. And even prevents waste due to excessive application.

**If you ever get a “warm” sensation be sure to apply carrier oil and never water! This will help dilute the oil vs increasing the intensity. Oil and water do not mix.

Carrier Oil Types:
*YL V-6 oil: odorless, colorless, packed with antioxidants, absorbs quickly
(you can get 10-25% $ back by buying on your ER (essential rewards) order or even get it for FREE by using your ER rewards if you are a YL member – CLICK HERE to join)


*fractionated coconut oil is distilled from pure coconut oil. colorless, odorless, never goes rancid and is easily washed out of fabrics.


*almond oil is high in vitamin E and phytonutrients, nourishing to the skin, it protects cell membranes from oxidative damage.

*grapeseed oil: Commonly found at grocery stores, used for bath bombs, body products.

There are more oils you can dilute with but these are my main favorites.



Cleaning Your Diffuser

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One reason to buy a diffuser from Young Living or a reputable company is because of warranties. Young Living has a 1 year warranty on diffusers! When mine stopped working, they shipped me a totally new one for free!

To clean your diffuser follow directions on box or use this method. Take rubbing alcohol on a qtip and wipe inside on the metal part and around it. Sometimes the oils jam up the metal plate. Those are YL’s instructions to stay within warranty. I’ve also done and seen vinegar and water mix recommended – leaving it to soak for a few hours. Never get water into the air vents.

Essential Oil Safety

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  • Keep oils out reach of children. If they manage to open it and drink it call poison control.
  • Keep out of eyes, wash hands well. In case of contact with eye, wash eye with another oil such as olive oil (water and oil do not mix). Water will make it worse.
  • Follow label directions for diffusing, topical, and dietary oils. Over using certain oils may be dangerous. They are used a medicine, you wouldn’t overuse medications, so don’t overuse oils, a little goes a long way.
  • Dilute oils properly. Follow dilution recommendations, especially for use on kids.
  • Certain oils are called hot oils: such as lemon, oregano, thieves, exodus II, thyme, lemongrass, cinnamon bark, peppermint, and clove. They can burn if left on skin undiluted. Wash them off completely off hands with soap and water if you spilled any on your self and surfaces.
  • If any oils feels hot/burning on the body dilute with a carrier oil for relief or wash off.
  • If pregnant, look up the oils you should not use during pregnancy – there are certain ones that cause contractions or other issues. They are very potent if you are using high quality oils! Let your doctor know you are using essential oils.
  • Consult a Reference guide or get the phone app that I use “REF Guide 4EO”.
  • Citrus oils are photosensitive (except for grapefruit). Do not expose area oil was applied to, to sun for at least 12 hours.