An "Essential" First Aid Kit for Every Home

First Aid Essential Oils Kit

Spring is here and summer is soon to follow! If your children are anything like mine, they will spend the majority of these seasons outside! So how do I plan to face the foreseeable future of hopefully nothing more serious than bug bites, bumps,  scrapes, and sunburn? Essential oils to the rescue!

The following list is a helpful guideline to know what essential oils you can use for common ailments that we nurse-moms find ourselves treating our families. Though it is lacking in the details of administration (how much, where to apply, etc.), it shows some of the commonly-used essential oils that every home should have on hand. 

These nine oils are a part of Young Living's "Everyday Oils". 

Lavender

Burns, Sunburn, Trauma - calming/soothing, Cleans cuts/wounds (antiseptic, antimicrobial), Disinfectant, Bug repellent, Allergies, Poison Ivy, Cramping, Infection, Pink eye, Ear infections, slows bleeding

Lemon

Disinfectant, Heart burn, Gas, Cough, Colds, Flu, Chicken pox

Frankincense

Head injuries, Repairs DNA, Trauma, Cleans cuts/wounds, Disinfectant, Poison Ivy, Seizures

Peppermint

Reduces fever, Cooling, Vomiting, Nausea, Gas, Cough, Pain, Headaches, Sinus problems, Cramping, Congestion, Hot flashes, Seizures

"PanAway" (YL blend)

Pain, Discomfort, Bumps, Bruises, Broken bones, Head injuries, Trauma, Headaches, Cramping, Pulled muscles

"Peace & Calming" (YL blend)

Trauma – calming/soothing, Anxiety, Depression, Aggression

"Purification" (YL blend)

Bug repellent, Neutralizes toxins (mosquito, wasp, bee, spider, snake etc.), Disinfectant, Infection, Pink eye, Ear infections, Chicken pox, Bladder infections

"Thieves" (YL blend)

Colds, Cough, Sore Throat, Flu, Staph, Strep, Viruses, Infection, MRSA, Chicken pox, Headaches, Disinfectant

"Valor" (YL blend)

Trauma, Shock, Fear, Poison Ivy

IMPORTANT NOTE - This post contains information about living a natural and healthy life and has not been approved by the FDA. It is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Holy Week Meditations - The Good Shepherd

“When the hour had come...He said to them, 'With fervent desire I have desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.'”
-Luke 22:14-15

     O Jesus, how Your timing is perfect! On the night of the Passover, You looked back to the directives given to Moses so many years prior. These were to be more than mere ritualistic observances for Your people. Life and death hung in the balance before them that night, and You showed them the way to life. It was to be for the saving of their souls, their very lives. You made provision for life - the lamb's blood - a foreshadowing of another day, another Passover, another great Exodus from darkness to light, when You Yourself would be the provision.
     So "when the hour came" on that faithful night, You took the bread and cup and pointed back to that initial Passover and revealed how it actually pointed forward to its fulfillment in You! Your body, Your blood, and Your desire holding it all together, Your willingness to be the offering for our sakes - this was the good news! The time of the new covenant had come! The time for God to dwell with men was upon them - in front of them - and there was much more to the story that had yet to play out. The dawning of a new age was on the horizon, but first, blackest night precedes the dawn.

     It was all about one Man. And You said, "Remember Me." You told the children of Israel to observe the Passover before it happened, and in the same way, You told Your new covenant people to remember the Passover before it happened - when the scourge of Death swept over all of humanity and struck one single Lamb alone. 

     Jesus, what was on Your heart, and what was on Your mind when You said those words that tied You to an earlier time? What was on Your heart, and what was on Your mind when You said, "Remember Me?" 

     Passover - the great Exodus had begun - that which had long been on Your heart. Jesus, You were moments from leading Your people through the valley of the shadow of death and through the wilderness of this life - again. O great Shepherd of the sheep, You came to seek and to save that which was lost and bring them home - carrying them on Your shoulders.

 

     How similar are these positions? Your heart's motivations were the same. I move from gazing upon Your earnestly-desiring heart in the Upper Room to the ultimate place of shepherding grace, mercy, and love - the Passover - the Cross.

     And it is here that I remember Luke 15. The grand stories of Luke 15 that You told months months prior to Your suffering now have even greater significance. In the Gospel of Luke, from the stories of Luke 15 to the actual display on the Cross, Luke draws attention to Your Shepherd's heart as Savior, Deliverer, and great Destroyer of all barriers. 

   
     Each Gospel writer gives a different perspective on the Cross based on the last words of Christ that he chooses to share. What did Luke select? "...today you will be with Me in Paradise" (Lk. 23:43). But to whom was He speaking? Of the other two men present, He spoke to the thief whose eyes had been opened to his lowly estate, his unworthiness, but yet his desire not to be forgotten in the kingdom of God. He humbly requests, "Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom" (Lk. 23:42). In other words, "Just don't forget me! I don't mind being on the back side of glory, but let me not be forgotten, cast out." 

     Sound familiar? To me it harkens back to Luke 15 - in the parable Jesus told about two other men - one repentant brother and the other who, in his pride, remained at a distance. I feel like Luke highlighted these last words of Jesus in his Gospel account to portray Jesus specifically as Deliverer, Savior, and even Everlasting Father (Is. 9). Here we have another prodigal who cried out for mercy with a repentant heart to be remembered as He looked upon the Just One. Like the prodigal son, he did not ask to be lavishly treated like a son (of the kingdom) or an heir. He just asked to be remembered, not thought of as one far away. 

     Paradise was not in his thinking, Jesus, but You, Good Shepherd of the sheep, You carried him from the valley of the shadow of death - imminent death - and brought him into the light of life, Paradise! He took "steps" to come to You, and in the spirit, You ran to him, fell on him, put Your arms around him, and kissed him. You gave him the robe of righteousness and Your signet ring and called him "son", "heir", "accepted", "forgiven". Oh, how You lavished Your love on him!

     So I remember You now, Jesus! I remember the fuller story - from the book of Exodus to the Gospel of Luke. You are the Lamb of God who takes away the sins, not only of Israel, but the whole world! To those who remember You, You cause the scourge of death to pass over them, and there You are seen carrying them home on Your shoulders. Lost become found in You. Death becomes life in You. The hardest hearts are softened in You. And all of my lesser-than requests find an upgrade in the One who "is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think” (Ephesians 3:20).

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Night - book review

I never read this book in high school or college, but I just finished it now! My husband is back in school and is in an intensely thought-provoking Holocaust class this semester, which I have vicariously been taking myself in terms of interacting with some of the assignments - Night being one of them.

Night was written by Elie Wiesel, who was a 15-year old survivor of the Nazi concentration camps and one who lost his entire family in its wake.

Though this 100-page memoir is brief, the gruesome subject of World War II's underworld as described in story form from eye level made my heart feel like it was trudging through thick mud. One reviewer said, "Night is a terrifyingly personal account of horrific events." Story draw you in; and this story does just that, even though, at times, your heart repulses from being drawn.

As a Christian, I found that many of Wiesel's statements  challenged my traditional, pat answers about God and His sovereignty, His mercy, His whereabouts in the midst of such horrific suffering. Though young, this boy was a devout and faithful Jew whose faith could not surmount all that unexpectedly came his way, but "Wiesel’s struggles with God are much more complex than a simple journey from complete faith to a belief that God no longer exists," says one reviewer. Wiesel reveals in Night that there are many shades of grey in reality. These are the struggles of the human heart when life is not black and white. I feel that seeing his struggle in the grey areas will only strengthen me in mine if I will choose to engage with the difficult questions that come from those who have suffered or are currently suffering.

I feel that I identify with Francois Mauriac, a devout Roman Catholic, writer, and proponent of Wiesel's work who wrote the Forward to Night. He had this to say after meeting the young Wiesel after the war's end:

"And I who believe that God is love, what answer was there to give my young interlocutor whose dark eyes still held the reflection of the angelic sadness that had appeared one day on the face of a hanged child? What did I say to him? Did I speak to him of that other Jew, this crucified brother who perhaps resembled him and whose cross conquered the world? Did I explain to him that what had been a stumbling block for his faith had become a cornerstone for mine? And that the connection between the cross and human suffering remains, in my view, the key to the unfathomable mystery in which the faith of his childhood was lost?...That is what I should have said to the Jewish child. But all I could do was embrace him and weep." 

Practical Guides to Using Essential Oils

I wanted to share a resource that I recently came across via a friend of mine. It's a short booklet that is worth its weight in gold! It's called Gentle Babies: Essential Oils and Natural Remedies for Pregnancy, Childbirth, Infants, and Young Children. (I bought my copy on amazon.com.)
I wish I had known about this little book (and accompanying the knowledge of essential oils) during my first pregnancy! Oh well - better late than never!
For any of you who already use essential oils, you know that it can be a bit frustrating at times to know what oils you can use on infants and small children or during pregnancy and the amounts. In comes this little manual to the rescue! I recently used its suggestions for some serious sickness that my almost two year old was suffering, and I am grateful because we completely averted the doctor's office or the use of Rx altogether! The oils (and garlic and onions!) were enough!





I look forward in the future to going into detail about the wonders of essential oils, but for tonight, I want to tweak your interest with the following list that shows 101 uses of some of the most day-to-day essential oils because I want you to see how practical they are.
Until then I will leave you with this little personal disclaimer. I have so appreciated being able to use essential oils, but at the same time, for many illnesses, please know that they are not magic pills! They do work wonders, but I believe that the less toxic your body is, the better they work. So we must do our part in partnership with the Lord by striving for a healthy lifestyle to see maximum results in using essential oils. That being said, these oils in themselves can help speed up the detoxification process, so you can't go wrong!

LAVENDER (Lavandula angustifolia) is the most versatile of all essential oils. Therapeutic-grade 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. This plant is organically grown and distilled at the Young Living Farms.


1. Calming. Rub Lavender oil on the feet for a calming effect on the body.

2. Sleep Aid. Rub a drop of Lavender oil on your palms and smooth on your pillow to help you sleep.

3. Bee Sting / Insect Bite. Put a drop of Lavender oil on a bee sting or insect bite to stop itching and reduce swelling.
4. Minor Burn. Put 2-3 drops Lavender oil on a minor burn to decrease pain.

5. Cuts. Drop Lavender oil on cut to stop bleeding, clean wound, and eliminate bacteria.

6. Eczema / Dermatitis. Mix several drops of Lavender oil with V-6 Vegetable Mixing Oil and use topically on skin conditions.

7. Motion Sickness. To alleviate the symptoms
of motion sickness, place a drop of Lavender oil on end of tongue, behind the ears or around the navel.
8. Nosebleed. To stop a nosebleed, put a drop of Lavender oil on a tissue and wrap it around a small chip of ice. Push the tissue covered ice chip up under the middle of the top lip to the base of the nose and hold as long as comfortable or until the bleeding stops (do not freeze the lip or gum).

9. Unblock Tear Ducts. Rub a drop of Lavender oil over the bridge of the nose to unblock tear ducts.

10. Dry / Chapped Skin. Rub Lavender oil undilute or dilute with organic vegetable or olive oil on dry or chapped skin.

11. Chapped / Sunburned Lips. Rub a drop of Lavender oil on chapped or sunburned lips.

12. Scar Tissue. To reduce or minimize the formation of scar tissue, massage Lavender oil on and around the affected area.

13. Deodorant. Rub 2-4 drops Lavender oil over armpit area to act as a deodorant.

14. Hay Fever. Rub a drop of Lavender oil between your palms and inhale deeply to help alleviate the symptoms of hay fever. Lavender is a natural antihistamine.

15. Dandruff. Rub several drops of Lavender oil into the scalp to help eliminate dandruff.

16. Moths & Insects. Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a cotton ball and place in your linen closet to scent linens and repel moths and insects.

17. Water Fountains. Place a drop of Lavender oil in your water fountain to scent the air, eliminate bacteria and prolong the time between cleanings.
18. Sweeten Laundry. Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a wet cloth and throw into the dryer to deodorize and freshen your laundry.

19. Cold Sores. Put a drop of Lavender oil on a cold sore.

20. Allergies. Diffuse Lavender oil to alleviate the symptoms of allergies; lavender is a natural antihistamine.

21. Sunburn. Spritz several drops of Lavender oil mixed with distilled water on a sunburn to decrease pain.

22. Rashes. Apply 2-3 drops of Lavender oil to a rash to stop the itching and restore the skin.



FRANKINCENSE (Boswellia carteri) was considered more valuable than gold in ancient times and used to treat every known ill to man. Frankincense is known for it's ability to support the immune system, aids in maintaining normal cellular regeneration, is oxygenating to the cells, has muscle relaxing benefits, is stimulating to the limbic system of the brain and the hypothalamus, pineal, and pituitary glands. Frankincense promotes longevity and vitality.


23. Concentration. Use 1-2 drops Frankincense oil on temples and back of neck to improve concentration.

24. Immune System. Apply 1-3 drops Frankincense oil on each foot to support and strengthen the immune system.

25. Blisters. Dilute Frankincense oil 50/50 with V-6 mixing oil and apply to a blistered area 3-5 times daily.

26. Insect Bites. Put a drop of Frankincense oil on an insect bite to help reduce swelling and increase the body's natural defenses.
27. Depression. Diffuse or inhale from the bottle to help with mood elevation.

28. Brittle Nails. Apply 1-3 drops Frankincense on nails and at base of nails, 3 times per week.

29. Stretch Marks. Rub a few drops on stretch marks 2 times a day.

30. Cysts. Apply 1-2 drops on cyst 2 times a day until it disappears.

31. Skin Health. Apply 1-2 drops Frankincense oil on sun damaged skin spots 2 times a day until it disappears.

32. Warts. Put 2 drops on wart 2 times a day until disappears completely.

33. Breast Health. Rub 2-3 drops on breasts and lower abdomen everyday.

34. Healthy Maintenance. Dilute 1 drop Frankincense oil in 1 tsp. honey or 4 oz. rice milk and ingest daily for health maintenance.



 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 supports the body's electrical and nervous system bringing alignment and balance throughout the entire system.


35. 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.

36. Back Pain/Injury. Apply Valor to bottoms of feet and spine to help alignment.
37. Joint Pain/Injury. Add a few drops of Valor to V-6 mixing oil and apply to the joints.

38. TMJ. Rub Valor on the jaw before bed and in the morning until pain is relieved.

39. Sciatica. Apply 2 drops of Valor to the heels of feet using pressure (see Vita Flex chart).

40. Anxiety. Rub a few drops on feet, neck and chest. Breathe deeply.
41. Sleep Apnea. Apply Valor to the bottoms of feet before bed.

42. Stiff Neck. Use 2 drops of Valor on neck and massage.

43. Spinal Adjustment. Rub a few drops of Valor up and down the spine and the bottom arches of the feet.



 PEPPERMINT (Mentha piperita) is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Scientists have researched it's effect on the liver and respiratory system, improving concentration and mental accuracy. This plant is grown and distilled at the Young Living Farms.


44. Indigestion / Flatulence / Diarrhea. Rub 4-6 drops if Peppermint oil in the palm and rub over the stomach and around the naval to relieve indigestion, flatulence and diarrhea.

45. Heartburn. Add a drop of Peppermint oil to herbal tea to aid in digestion and relieve heartburn.

46. Inflammation (unbroken skin). Massage several drops of Peppermint oil on an area of injury or chronic inflammation.

47. Injury Bruise (unbroken skin). Apply Peppermint oil immediately to an injured area (not broken skin) — bruised shin, hit on the foot or hand — to relieve pain. If there is a cut, apply the Peppermint oil around but not on the open wound.

48. Fever. Rub several drops of Peppermint oil on the bottoms of the feet to reduce fever.

49. Itching. Apply a drop of Peppermint oil topically on unbroken skin to stop itching.

50. Poison Ivy / Poison Oak. For poison ivy or poison oak, apply Peppermint oil on location neat or dilute with V-6 vegetable mixing oil.

51. Working Out. Inhale Peppermint oil before and during a workout to boost your energy and reduce fatigue.

52. Nausea. Massage several drops of Peppermint oil on the abdomen to relieve nausea.

53. Headache. To relieve a headache, rub a drop of Peppermint oil on the temples, forehead, over the sinuses (stay away from the eyes) and on the back of the neck. A very effective tip is to put a small amount on the thumb, place thumb on the roof of your mouth and suck on your thumb for several minutes.

54. Hiccups. To stop hiccups, apply a drop of Peppermint oil on each side of the fifth cervical vertebra (up three notches from the large vertebra at the base of the neck).

55. Alertness/Concentration. Place 2 drops of Peppermint oil on the tongue and rub another drop under the nose to improve alertness and concentration.

56. Concentration / Recall. Diffuse Peppermint oil in the room while studying to improve concentration and accuracy. Inhale Peppermint oil while taking a test to improve recall.

57. Travel Sickness. Rub 4 drops of Peppermint oil on the chest and stomach to alleviate travel sickness.

58. Congestion. Place a drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue and inhale into the nose and sinuses to relieve congestion from a cold.

59. Flavoring / Preservative. Add Peppermint oil to food as a flavoring and preservative.

60. Rodents / Ants / Cockroaches. To deter rodents, ants or cockroaches, place two drops of Peppermint oil on a cotton ball and place along the path or point of entry for these pests. You can also put a few drops in a spray bottle of water and spray around the baseboards and other areas to repel bugs.

61. Paint Fumes. Mix a 15 ml. bottle of Peppermint oil into a 5 gallon can of paint to dispel the fumes.

62. Tea as Coffee Substitute. Place a drop of Peppermint oil in a cup of hot water and enjoy in place of coffee.
63. Aphids. Add 4-5 drops of Peppermint oil to 4 oz. of water and spray plants to eliminate aphids on plants.

64. Summer Cooler. Drink a drop of Peppermint oil mixed in a glass of cold water to cool off on a hot day.

65. Arthritis / Tendonitis. Rub Peppermint oil on joints to relieve arthritis or tendonitis pain.

66. Bad Breath. Place a drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue to stop bad breath.
67. Curb Appetite. Inhale the fragrance of Peppermint oil to curb the appetite and lessen the impulse to overeat.
68. Ticks. Remove tick by applying a drop of Peppermint oil on a cotton swab and swabbing the tick. Wait for it to withdraw its head from the skin and remove it.

69. Sore Feet. Mix Peppermint oil in a footbath to relieve sore feet. Keep water agitated while soaking feet.



THIEVES™ is a blend of Clove (Syzygium aromaticum), Lemon (Citrus limon), Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum), Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Radiata), and Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis CT cineol) which is highly effective in enhancing the immune system. With the threat of strange viruses and antibiotic-resistant germs, you can feel safe with Thieves Oil. Named after 15th century thieves who rubbed these oils on themselves during the plague so as not to contract the disease while robbing the dead. Thieves has a 99.96% kill rate against airborne microorganisms.


70. Cold & Flu. Diffuse Thieves Oil (in 1/2 hour increments) in room. Rub a drop on the bottom of feet. Put 1 drop of Thieves in a glass of water and drink.

71. Strep Throat. Drop 2-4 drops in water and gargle as needed. Dilute 50/50 with V-6 oil and apply to throat and back of neck and apply a warm compress.
72. Household Germs. 2-6 drops of Thieves oil in a small spray bottle and fill with water. Spray and clean counter tops, bathtubs, toilets, sinks, and door knobs etc.

73. Gingivitis/Bleeding gums. Rub a drop or two of Thieves oil all over gums 2 times a day until gone.

74. Mold. Diffuse Thieves (in half hour increments) in basement to eliminate mold and spores or wherever mold is present.

75. Bronchitis. Dilute 50/50 2-6 drops of Thieves with V-6 mixing oil and rub on chest and upper back and apply a warm compress. Diffuse in the room.

76. Cold Sores & Fever Blisters. 1 Drop on cold sore or blister 3 times a day or as needed until gone.

77. Fungal Skin & Toe Infections. 1 drop of Thieves on the infection 2 to 3 times a day until gone.



PANAWAY™ is a highly effective blend of Wintergreen (Gaultheria proumbens), Clove (Syzygium aromaticum), Peppermint (Mentha piperita) and Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum) This blend will ease discomforts from an active lifestyle or those everyday twinges with a warming and soothing effect.


78. Inflammation / Bruising. Apply PanAway oil topically on an injured area to reduce inflammation and bruising.

79. Sore Muscles. Apply PanAway oil topically to soothe sore muscles after exercising.

80. Headache. Rub a drop of PanAway oil on the temples, forehead and back of the neck to relieve a headache.

81. Growing Pains. Mix PanAway oil with massage oil and massage on locations to ease growing pains.

82. Arthritis Pain. Rub 1-2 drops of PanAway oil on arthritic hands to lessen pain and restore mobility.

83. Sciatic Pain. Rub 2-3 drops of PanAway oil at the base of the spine to relieve sciatic pain and support the circulatory and nervous system.

84. Arthritis in Pets. For arthritic pets, massage PanAway oil diluted with V-6 vegetable oil on location or add a drop in the food.



PEACE & CALMING™ is a gentle, fragrant blend of Tangerine (Citrus noblis), Orange (Citrus sinensis), Ylang Ylang (canaga odorata), Patchouly (Pogostemon cablin), and Blue Tansy (Tanacetum annuum). Originally designed for diffusing, its uses have expanded. It promotes relaxation and a deep sense of peace, helping to calm tensions and uplift spirits.


85. Sleep. Rub 1-2 drops of Peace & Calming oil on the bottom of the feet and on the shoulders before bedtime to get good quality sleep.

86. Overactive Children. Diffuse Peace & Calming oil in the room to calm overactive or hard to manage children.

87. Relaxing Massage. Mix Peace & Calming oil with massage oil for a relaxing massage.

88. Relaxing Bath. Put Peace & Calming oil mixed with Bath Gel Base in warm water for a relaxing bath.

89. Teeth Grinding. Diffuse Peace & Calming while sleeping to help stop nocturnal teeth grinding.



PURIFICATION™ is an antiseptic blend of Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus), Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis), Melaleuca (Melalueca alternifolia), Lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida) and Myrtle (Myrtus communis) formulated for diffusing to purify and cleanse the air and neutralize mildew, cigarette smoke and disagreeable odors.


90. Air Purifier / Freshener. Diffuse Purification oil to clean the air and neutralize foul or stale odors.

91. Air Purifier / Freshener. Put several drops of Purification oil on a cotton ball and place in the air vents in the home, office, car, hotel room or enclosed areas.

92. Air Purifier / Freshener. While traveling, inhale Purification oil during flights to protect yourself from pathogens found in recirculated air.

93. Insect Bites. Put a drop of Purification oil on insect bites to stop the itching and neutralize venom.

94. Skin Blemishes. Apply a drop of Purification oil on blemishes to clear skin.
95. Sore Throat. Rub a drop of Purification oil on the outside of a sore throat when it is first beginning.

96. Blisters. Rub a drop of Purification oil on a blister to cleanse and disinfect.

97. Sneaker Odors. Put 2 drops of Purification oil on 2 cotton balls and place in the toes of smelly sneakers to combat odors.

98. Humidifier. Place a drop of Purification oil on each end of a cotton swab and place on top of your cold water humidifier to clean the air.

99. Flu. Dilute Purification oil with V-6 vegetable mixing oil and swab the nasal cavity to ward off the flu.

100. Insect Repellant. Spritz several drops of Purification oil mixed with water to repel insects.

101. Cat / Dog Ear Mites. Apply Purification oil and Peppermint or Lavender oil diluted with V-6 vegetable mixing oil to a cotton swab and rub just inside the ear to eliminate ear mites in cats and dogs.



LEMON (Citrus limon) has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. CAUTION: Citrus oils should NOT be applied to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light within 72 hours.


102. Air Freshener. Put 6 drops of Lemon oil and 6 drops of Purification oil in a squirt bottle mixed with distilled water to use in bathroom as an air freshener.

103. Gum, Oil, Grease Spots and Crayons. Use 1-2 drops of Lemon oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots or crayon.

104. Varicose Veins. Rub several drops of Lemon oil on varicose veins to improve circulation and relieve pressure on the veins.

105. Lemonade. For homemade lemonade, in a blender mix 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 Tbls. of honey or Agave and 2 cups of pure water. Adjust to suite your own taste.
 (or just add 1 drop to your bottle of water! That's what I do daily to get enough H2O!)
106. Callouses / Bunions / Warts. Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a corn, callous, bunion or wart mornings and evenings until it disappears.

107. Prolong Life of Fresh Fruit. To clean and increase shelf life of fresh fruit, fill a bowl with cool water and 2-3 drops of Lemon oil. Drop cleaned fruit into the water and stir. Be sure all surfaces of the fruit contact the lemon.

108. Counter Tops. Add 2-3 drops of Lemon oil to water and spray counter to sterilize.

109. Dishcloths. Soak your dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water and a drop of Lemon oil to disinfect and kill germs.

110. Public Bathrooms. Rub a drop of Lemon oil on your hands after using a public bathroom.