Today more than ever, households are turning to natural remedies for common ailments, and one of the most recent choices has been essential oils. You can find a wide variety of essential oils in most pharmacies today. Each of these oils are touted as being used to combat specific ailments or ailments, but it’s easy to get lost in all of the options available today. Here are the top five essential oils to keep in your household.
Lavender oil
As a versatile essential oil, the health benefits of lavender oil are immense. Most commonly used in aromatherapy, lavender oil is widely used for relieving menstrual cramps, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Lavender is also used as an anti-inflammatory agent, often dabbed on inflamed acne or mixed with eczema cream to soothe irritated areas. There are several types of lavender, but all of them are capable of producing the same results.
Tea tree oil
Tea tree oil is made from the leaves of native trees in Queensland, Australia. These leaves are mainly dried to make black and oolong teas. However, when the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree are made into essential oil, the oil becomes a powerful anti-inflammatory and antiseptic agent. Tea tree oil is a popular choice for those suffering from cystic acne as a swab of the oil can help soothe the irritated cyst and reduce the swelling in a short amount of time. Tea tree oil is also useful for treating scratches and cuts.
Eucalyptus oil
Often used in aromatherapy, eucalyptus oil helps ease breathing and relieve coughs for colds. When eucalyptus oil is used along with lemon essential oil, the powerful combination creates a natural insect repellant that can rival any of the chemically-heavy insect repellants you can find on your drug store shelves.
Peppermint oil
Most of us think of fresh breath when we think of peppermint, but peppermint essential oil is a phenomenal treatment for pain. Since peppermint oil is anti-inflammatory, rubbing the oil into sore spots will quickly relieve your sore muscles and even help soothe headaches. Peppermint essential oil is also effective for soothing itchiness caused by insect bites or eczema.
Rosemary oil
In addition to stimulating hair growth and soothing skin irritation, rosemary essential oil is often used to treat gastrointestinal complaints. Indigestion, cramps, gas, and constipation can all be treated with a few drops of this multipurpose essential oil. Rosemary essential oil is also said to help people who suffer from anxiety.
All five of these essential oils would meet the needs of any household, but there are dozens of other options. Before buying your essential oils, do some research on how to identify high quality essential oils. To be sure you are investing in pure, high quality essential oils, look for specialist retailers with reputable recommendations such as Australian Wholesale Oils, or check with your local naturopath.
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