I think just about everyone loves the feeling of a cozy candle in the fall or the fresh, crisp scent of an air freshener in the spring. It makes us feel comfortable in our spaces and cleanses the air around us. Scent is also a huge part of feeling safe, calm, focused, and relaxed, and we are able to achieve both those things with diffusing!
Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! Not only does it give your entire space the feeling you desire, you get all the benefits of inhaling the pure essential oils you are diffusing – immune support, respiratory soothing, calming and relaxing, focus and attention – win win!
There is no shortage of options for creating delicious, supportive diffuser blends, but two of our favorite oils for diffusing are Lavender and Purification!
Lavender essential oil is the original when it comes to aromatherapy, and for good reason. Lavender is calming, relaxing, and tranquil. We reach for it at bedtime, when our temples are pounding with tension, when our airways need calming due to air quality issues, and honestly anytime something feels aggravated!
This oil has endless uses – it is truly our Swiss Army Knife! In addition to its tranquil aroma, Lavender provides many skin care benefits, from beauty routines to first aid needs! Some ways we use Lavender include:
- Diffuse Lavender at bedtime, with Lemon & Peppermint for air quality, with Eucalyptus for opening airways, and with Thieves for immune health.
- Apply Lavender topically following sun exposure or add it to your facial essence, serum, or moisturizer.
- Unwind in the evening with a calming Lavender-infused neck or back massage.
- Use Lavender to help cleanse and soothe minor skin irritations. Pair with Frankincense and coconut oil.
When it comes to diffusing, Purification will be your diffuser BFF! This oil is our favorite way to keep our homes smelling fresh and clean – even if they aren’t! It has a crisp, fresh aroma, and unlike many harsh chemical-based sprays it truly eliminates odors and doesn’t simply mask them. It’s a bright, cleansing blend of Citronella, Lavandin, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Myrtle, and Tea Tree that we use in so many different ways!
In addition to diffusing, try using Purification in these ways:
- Add Purification to wool dryer balls to give your laundry a bright-smelling boost.
- Drop Purification directly into areas that need some freshening – rain boots, forgotten laundry, diaper pails, etc.
- Use Purification to support healthy airways! Simply mix a few drops with coconut oil and rub onto the chest, neck and back. (This blend is full of wonderful purifying oils for the immune & respiratory systems!)
- Apply Purification topically to calm everyday skin irritations or use to spot-treat blemishes
The Essential Solutions kit also comes with a beautiful, exclusive diffuser – the Fresh Start Diffuser! This beautiful diffuser is streamlined and elegant and will be the perfect companion to any space. FIre it up and try one of these favorite diffuser blends:
- Lemon Cookies: 6 drops each Lemon, Peppermint
- Be Well: 5 drops Thieves, 4 drops Lavender, 3 doors Purification
- Spring Breeze: 5 drops Thieves, 3 drops each Lavender, Peppermint
- Fresh Linens: 6 drops Lavender, 4 drops Purification