Skin problems in dogs are no match for regular grooming with natural botanical healing and grooming products. Check out these seven tips and say hello to skin and coat health!
One of the most common challenges for dogs is skin and hair coat problems, like itching, hot spots, redness, dandruff, irritation, and hair coat loss. Allergies, infections, stress, nutrition, and other things can wreak havoc on a dog’s body. To address skin problems in dogs, you must treat the root cause and adopt a regular grooming routine. Today, we’ll cover seven tips that will help you nip these problems in the bud and tell you about essential oil-based healing and grooming products you should always keep on hand!
1. Adopt a Regular Grooming Schedule
Keeping your dog clean and well-groomed is one of the easiest ways to avoid skin problems. Regular brushing helps remove dirt, loose hair, and moisture that can lead to hot spots and fungal infections. For short-haired dogs, you can get away with brushing once or twice a week, but dogs with thick or long coats will likely require daily brushing.
2. Dry Their Coat After Swimming or Bathing
Moisture allows bacteria and fungi to grow, which can cause infections and irritation. Always dry your dog completely after baths, swimming, or rainy walks. And don’t forget to dry under the collar, behind the ears, between the toes, and under the legs.
3. Learn the Signs and Symptoms of Skin Problems
Itching, licking, redness, or a musty/yeasty odor are potential signs of an underlying skin issue. Catching these signs early can prevent them from developing into full-blown infections. If your dog is constantly scratching or licking one spot, inspect the area and talk to your veterinarian.
4. Use Products That Are Formulated for Dogs
Dogs have a different skin pH from other animals, which is why you generally shouldn’t use human shampoos or grooming products for them, unless your veterinarian recommends something specific. Instead, reach for Essential Canine’s naturally inspired grooming collection, crafted with gentle botanicals and pure essential oils that work in harmony with your dog’s skin and hair coat.
5. Clean Their Bedding and Bowls Regularly
Wash your dog’s bed/bedding every one to two weeks, clean food and water bowl daily, and vacuum often to reduce allergens, fungi, bacteria, and other irritants that can thrive in and around your dog’s stuff.
6. Feed a Healthy Diet
Good health starts with good nutrition. Feeding your dog a balanced diet rich in omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, vitamins A and E, zinc, and protein can help maintain healthy skin and coat.
7. Check in Regularly with Your Veterinarian
Take your dog for a check-up anytime they develop new symptoms. Skin issues can indicate allergies, parasites, or more serious health concerns, and it’s important to address the root cause as well as the symptoms.
Three Essential Products that Promote Skin and Coat Health Naturally!
Tea-Pro® wound spray, TZōN® hot spot and wound cream, and Private Reserve shampoo from Essential Canine are essential oil-based healing and grooming products that support skin and coat health. Formulated by a Veterinarian for dogs to help prevent and manage hot spots, fungal flare-ups, and irritated skin, the products are powered by nature’s best healing agents:
Peppermint oil
Comfrey oil
Goldenseal oil
Myrrh oil
Aloe vera oil
Australian tea tree oil
Jojoba oil
Calendula oil
These high-grade essential oils work in harmony to purify, soothe, and protect. They deliver powerful antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that calm irritation, relieve discomfort, support natural healing, and promote a healthy, vibrant hair coat. Visit Essential Canine to learn more about how these potent botanicals can help you manage skin problems in dogs!
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Whenever I feel a little under the weather or sense that I’m coming down with something, these essential oil roll-on remedies are the first thing I turn to. These essential oil roll-on recipes are super simple to put together and really work. I’ll show you my favourite recipes to help relieve symptoms from headache, insomnia, and cold and flu viruses naturally!
Roll-on remedies are a quick and natural first line of defense against common (yet super annoying) ailments: headaches, disrupted sleep, and cold and flu viruses. They are made with high concentrations of herbs and essential oils in a gentle dilution of carrier oil that is convenient to use.
Today, I’ll share the three essential oil roll-on recipes that I turn to so I can avoid popping pills.
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Herbs have many different healing properties, depending on which you choose.
Do Roll-On Remedies Work?
In a word…yes!
Somehow, I’m always surprised at the effectiveness of my homemade roll-on remedies. Even though I use a lot of essential oils and remedies on myself and with my family, I still have the tiniest jolt of awe every time they work.
And why shouldn’t they? Herbal healing has been around for longer than me, or you, or Western Medicine, for that matter. The power of plants is something that you can easily harness into a pocket-sized roll-on bottle to help with little ailments before they get out of control.
I include essential oils in many of my recipes both for their scent and herbal properties.
Selecting Essential Oil for Your Roll-On Recipes
Before I give you the recipes for my roll-on remedies, I want to share a little about essential oil brands. I’m not affiliated with any essential oil network marketing companies and, to be honest, I’ve only tried a few of the products they offer.
Over the years, I have tried a large number of brands from traditional stores, though, and I like to shop around for different brands to experiment with. I use my nose and other senses to evaluate how the oils work for me.
I have researched and even chatted with the makers of a number of brands and have learned two things:
There is no certification or industry standard for essential oil brands, meaning the quality of the products is all over the map.
More expensive oils are not necessarily better. Some brands that have high price points have far inferior products than those with lower price points. Yes, ingredients are one reason for the price of the bottle, but that number is also influenced by marketing, customer demand, and supply scale, among other things. I used to bypass the inexpensive essential oils brands, thinking that they were of poor quality, when in fact the price of some brands is low because they produce so much that they are able to gain more economies of scale.
Do your research to ensure your essential oils are of good quality.
Are Roll-On Essential Oils Safe?
Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants, meaning they are supercharged with the plant’s aromas and herbal benefits. They’re potent and strong, one of my favourite herbal ingredients, and completely safe for use when used right.
When using essential oil roll-ons, it’s important to get the dose right. Typically, you never want to place pure essential oil directly on the skin. That is why I dilute it with a high-quality carrier oil to make it completely safe for skin application. Certain essential oils should also be avoided for skin use, such as cinnamon bark and oregano.
And as mentioned above, you want to make sure you’re using high-quality essential oils. So do your research into any brand before buying, regardless of price point. This will make certain that you’re actually getting results from your roll-on oil!
Essential oils will need carrier oils to be safely applied to the skin.
How to Use an Essential Oil Roll-On
I made three of my favourite roll-on remedies from the essential oils, and I used grapeseed oil as the carrier oil to dilute them.
To apply your roll-on oil, make sure to perform a patch test beforehand to see how your skin will react. To do this, wash your forearm with soap and pat it dry. Roll on your essential oil remedy and wait 24 hours to see if there is any kind of reaction.
I apply every one of my roll-on essential oils differently. Some I like on my face, behind my ears, on my chest, and even on the bottom of my feet. I noted for each roll-on oil how I like to use it, but experiment for yourself. Just make sure to keep the oils far enough away from your eyes!
So let’s put these oils to good use, shall we?
Headache Relief Roll-on Remedy
Add the drops of essential oil into the roller bottle and fill with grapeseed oil, leaving a bit of headspace for the roller cap. Pop the roller into the bottle and add the cap.
How to Use
When I first feel a headache coming on, I use this roll-on for headaches by creating a halo around my head. Rolling it around my hairline from my forehead to temple, around the nape of my neck, and back up to the starting point. If I catch a headache before it gets momentum, this remedy will help take it away.
Sleep Well Roll-on Remedy
Add the drops of essential oil into the roller bottle and fill with grapeseed oil, leaving a bit of headspace for the roller cap. Pop the roller into the bottle and add the cap.
How to Use
I apply this remedy before bed to help promote restful sleep. To use, I roll it behind my ears, the back of my neck, and the soles of my feet. I also apply hand and foot lotion at night, so I roll the ball in the palm of my hand, mix it in with the lotion, and then rub it into my hands and feet.
Cold and Flu Roll-on Remedy
Add the drops of essential oil into the roller bottle and fill with grapeseed oil, leaving a bit of headspace for the roller cap. Pop the roller into the bottle and add the cap.
This one has a lot more ingredients, but every drop is worth its weight in gold! Having gone through every single virus the last few years that my son was in daycare, I stopped getting 80% of them when I started using this combination.
How to Use
I apply this remedy in cold and flu season and when there is a virus going around. Usually, I roll it on my chest and the soles of my feet. I also use it as a hand sanitizer when I’m out in public and can’t wash my hands.
Thanks to their small size, you can bring these remedies with you on the go.
For fun, I added some fresh herbs to my essential oil roll-ons to help me identify them. I added a tip of young rosemary to the cold and flu remedy, and a few small peppermint leaves to the roll-on for headaches.
I also added small lavender flowers on the stem, plus some purple Centaurea Classic Artist Mix petals (because lavender doesn’t hold its colour in oil, but Centaurea does) to the sleep remedy.
Add fresh or dried botanicals for appearance.
But…you can go a bit more traditional by using a label maker to identify the name of each of the essential oil roll-on recipes, too.
Add labels, especially if you plan on gifting these remedies.
Either way, you’ll be sure to love these fantastic essential oil roll-ons. I recommend mixing them up so they are ready for you the next time you feel symptoms coming on. You’ll be thankful you did!
More Ways to Use Essential Oils
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Support your dog or cat through the final stage of her life with safe, high-quality essential oils. Find out how they ease pain, reduce anxiety, and bring comfort to you both.
Caring for a dog or cat in her final phase of life can be emotionally challenging. It may also be physically overwhelming and full of “unknowns.” High-quality essential oils for dog and cat end-of-life care may help both you and your animal manage difficult symptoms and emotions.
Consider your own emotional well-being
Many people often overlook the animal parent’s well-being. You may be suffering from depression, extreme sadness, and a sense of guilt. Dog and cat parents often feel anticipatory grief weeks or even months before their animals pass. It’s a normal reaction and an unconscious form of coping that assists you to prepare for your upcoming loss.
Supporting your own emotions with essential oils can also benefit your dog or cat. Animals are often very sensitive to our thoughts and feelings.Some “hang on” longer than necessary because they sense their human isn’t ready to let go — even when they are very ill and suffering.
Essential oils to help you cope
The following essential oils can help you cope with the emotional turmoil of facing your dog or cat’s passing:
Cedarwood
Sandalwood
Patchouli
Vetiver
Ylang ylang
Myrrh
These oils contain a high level of “sesquiterpenes,” substances that act quickly to relax and calm the brain. Diffusing the oils or applying them to your skin can calm both you and your animal.
Essential oils to help ease your dog or cat
For animals in the final stages of life, essential oils can be a helpful tool for reducing pain. You can use them alongside medications to decrease overall discomfort and malaise.
Essential oils work very quickly once inhaled. The brain quickly processes and utilizes them once they move through the nasal cavity. This occurs within seconds to minutes. Essential oils for relieving pain and discomfort include:
Peppermint — natural source of menthol for soothing
Wintergreen — “nature’s aspirin”
Copaiba — high levels of anti-inflammatory components
Lavender — relaxing and helps with mild discomfort
Pine — anti-inflammatory action
As the end of life nears, many dogs and cats will experience loss of appetite, nausea, and possible diarrhea/vomiting. You can use essential oils to ease stomach or intestinal issues — even if your animal is already on medication.
Peppermint
Ginger
Tarragon
Patchouli
Fennel
Lemon
Bergamot
In summary, essential oils for dog and cat end-of-life care can provide comfort and emotional balance for you and your animal. They also help reduce feelings of guilt and despair during the final stages of your animal’s life. In addition, essential oils offer a more peaceful transition (see sidebar on page xx), whether from natural death or euthanasia.
Important note about essential oil use
Be sure to use only the highest-quality therapeutic grade essential oils. Cheap products can be harmful to dogs and cats.
Don’t give your dog or cat essential oils orally unless you’re working with a veterinarian experienced with their use. Use diluted oils topically, diffuse them, or let your pet sniff from the bottle. These methods are safer and more effective for dogs and cats.
When it’s time for transition
A variety of essential oils can help your dog or cat experience a smooth, non-stressful transition:
A proprietary blend of oils — ylang ylang, lavender, geranium, sandalwood, grapefruit, tangerine, spearmint, lemon, blue cypress, blue tansy, davana, rose
Frankincense — claimed to help with spiritual connection
Rose — supports the “emotional” heart; very relaxing to the brain
In my practice, I ask the dog or cat parent to place a few drops of oil in their palms, rub them together, then inhale the aroma. Next, they gently cup their hands near the animal’s nose so she can inhale the scents. This method tends to bring the energies of both human and animal together for a more peaceful transition.
Supporting your own emotions with essential oils can also benefit your dog or cat.
You can use essential oils alongside medications to decrease overall discomfort and malaise in your dog or cat.
This lavender oatmeal soap is soothing and calming for your skin. And any recipe that uses my garden-grown lavender rates especially high in my books! Using melt and pour, this recipe is super easy to make for beginner soap makers.
Lavender is my favourite ingredient, especially when it comes to natural beauty recipes, a slight addiction which can be seen in a simple search for lavender crafts. But along with being one of my favourite scents, dried lavender buds make this soap as beautiful to look at as it feels when you lather up.
To make this soap as a gift for holiday gift-giving or for someone special, make it in cupcake moulds and then wrap it in a cupcake wrapper.
Who wouldn’t want to get a lavender oatmeal soap cupcake as a gift? I can imagine even the burliest person out there would want to suds up with these!
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Dried lavender buds are used to decorate the soap.
How to Make Lavender Oatmeal Soap Cupcakes
Making these lavender oatmeal soap cupcakes can work with both cold process recipes and with melt and pour. If you choose to make cold process soap, please follow the recipes and the instructions in this article on how to make cold process soap. Cold-process soap is my go-to skincare bar, but it does take a long time and a lot of equipment to make.
Today, I’ll demonstrate a speedier soap-making project using melt and pour soap. Melt and pour soap kits are very easy to work with and simply require you to cut up the block into cubes, melt it, add your scents, and pour it into moulds.
Materials
I used melt and pour to create the soap pictured in this post.
Make It!
The melt and pour soap base should come as a block and have a list of the ingredients. You can choose from a number of different formulations, such as glycerin soap, milk soap, and fat and/or butter-based soaps.
I chose a natural soap base that had shea butter and oatmeal in it. If you would like to add oatmeal separately, then grind a few teaspoons of organic oats and add them to the melted mixture when you add the lavender buds.
Cut your soap into small chunks to make it easier to melt.
Use a sharp knife to cut your soap base into 1-inch cubes or smaller. Put the cubes in a heatproof container like a Pyrex measuring cup and put that in the microwave.
Stir your soap mixture every minute in the microwave until fully melted.
Melt the soap base on medium-high in the microwave for 3 to 4 minutes. Stop the microwave occasionally and check the soap base. It should be melting but not steaming. Take the soap base out of the microwave before it’s completely melted and use a metal spoon to stir it until it has no lumps.
Use dried, not fresh lavender buds.
Add one teaspoon of lavender essential oil and 1-2 tablespoons of dried lavender buds.
Pour your soap into 12 equal “cupcakes.”
Stir the ingredients well and pour the soap into silicone cupcake moulds. I chose a cupcake mould that was quite tall, but I only filled each cupcake section halfway so that the soap was a nice, manageable size when finished.
Use a sprig of lavender when wrapping your soap cupcakes for a little extra pizazz.
Add a few extra lavender buds on the top of the soap if you think it needs it, and allow the soap to dry undisturbed for at least an hour. When the soap is hard, you can unmold it and use it right away or wrap it up for gifts.
A simple parchment paper cupcake liner makes a great wrapper for these lavender oatmeal soap cupcakes. I like the natural look of parchment paper, but you can use any cupcake liner that you think would add to the presentation. Use a bit of garden twine to tie it up, and if you have a stem of lavender, add that as well.
Use a parchment paper cupcake liner and twine to wrap these soaps as a gift.
Lavender Soap FAQ
Should I use dried or fresh lavender buds for soap?
Use dried lavender buds only. Fresh lavender buds are more likely to spoil in the soap and may turn brown or mould.
What kind of lavender should I use?
English lavender is typically used for crafting since it holds its colour and scent well. Some of my favourite varieties for crafting include Purple Bouquet, Royal Purple, and Folgate lavender.
Won’t the lavender turn brown in the soap?
Yes, the lavender buds will eventually turn brown after a few months. To prevent this, you can add some purple dye to the soap so the brown discolouration doesn’t show as much. I like to use ratanjot as a natural deep purple colour, and if you add it as a swirl it will work with the brown and lavender buds. You can also try swapping the lavender buds for centaurea (cornflower) petals.
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Fleas and ticks are more than just a nuisance—they pose serious health risks to dogs, cats, and even humans, such as Lyme disease and flea allergy dermatitis. While many pet parents love the idea of natural solutions instead of harsh chemicals, it’s important to understand both the benefits and limitations of these methods for flea & tick prevention. Let’s look at what essential oils can repel pests and what else is needed for a comprehensive approach to eliminate the threat.
Essential Oils Repel Fleas and Ticks
Many natural remedies like essential oils work as natural insect repellants. In other words, they repel bugs, but they don’t kill them. These essential oils are often included in sprays, shampoos, and collars. Some of the most common essential oils used to combat fleas and ticks include:
Cedarwood
Lemongrass
Neem
Lavender
Rose geranium
Eucalyptus
Peppermint*
*See below for an important note about essential oil safety concerns for cats.
Limitations of Essential Oils
While essential oils have their place in flea and tick prevention, they are not foolproof because of their efficacy, how long they work, potential toxicity, and ability to repel – but not kill – fleas and ticks.
Inconsistent Treatment
Unlike pesticide treatments, essential oil products may not have standardized dosages or proven efficacy. This makes their results unpredictable. In fact, the effectiveness of natural remedies can vary widely based on:
Concentration
Formulation
Quality
Environmental conditions
Lifestyle (for example, a dog who swims a lot versus an indoor cat)
Short Duration of Protection
Essential oils tend to evaporate quickly and may require frequent reapplication—sometimes multiple times a day—to maintain their repellent effect. Not only is this impractical for many pet parents, but it can also mean inconsistent protection.
Safety Concerns
Some essential oils, including eucalyptus, peppermint, and rose geranium, can be toxic to animals, especially cats. Essential oils must always be diluted for use with animals and never applied directly to the skin. Always consult a veterinarian before using any essential oil product.
Why a Pesticide Is Still Necessary
Effective flea and tick protection requires a pesticide that kills fleas and ticks. Pesticides can be used in conjunction with essential oils and other botanicals. Pesticide-based flea and tick solutions are specifically designed to kill and repel pests reliably. They help protect dogs and cats from parasite-borne diseases and are:
Effective at targeting fleas and ticks as well as eggs and larvae
Long-lasting and reliable
Rigorously tested for safety and efficacy
Before using any flea and tick product on your pet, talk to a veterinarian to choose the right one. Always read the label carefully and follow all the instructions.
Try This Effective ADAMSTM Botanical Flea and Tick Spray
ADAMS™ Botanicals Flea & Tick Pet & Home Spray is the best of both worlds for pet parents who want to help protect dogs and cats from pests with a gentle yet effective solution. It uses a plant-based pesticide (derived from botanicals) that is EPA-approved, meaning it has been tested for efficacy and evaluated for safety, and providing effective protection. Just spray it on your dog, cat, and household pet areas to protect against unwanted pests. It’s powerful enough to kill fleas and ticks but gentle enough for daily use and leaves your pet smelling fresh.
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being.
As a loving companion to your canine friend, you may be looking for natural ways to support their respiratory health. Essential oils and aromatherapy can offer some benefits, but it’s crucial to approach their use with caution. Let’s explore how essential oils can help with respiratory issues in dogs, and outline important safety precautions.
Does Your Dog Have Respiratory Issues?
Dogs can suffer from various respiratory problems, including allergies, asthma, and infections. Symptoms may include coughing, wheezing, nasal discharge, and difficulty breathing. While conventional treatments are often effective, some dog parents are turning to essential oils as a complementary way to support respiratory health.
Beneficial Essential Oils for Respiratory Issues in Dogs
Certain essential oils may help alleviate respiratory issues in dogs. Here are some common examples:
Lavender: Known for its calming properties, lavender can help reduce anxiety and promote relaxation, which may ease breathing difficulties.
Eucalyptus: This oil has expectorant properties that can help clear mucus and improve airflow. However, it should be used with caution, as it can be irritating in high concentrations.
Peppermint: The menthol in peppermint can provide a cooling effect and may help open airways, making it easier for dogs to breathe.
Tea Tree Oil: While it has antimicrobial properties, tea tree oil should be used very cautiously, as it can be toxic to dogs if ingested or applied in high concentrations.
Talk to Your Veterinarian: Before introducing any essential oils for respiratory issues in dogs, consult with a veterinarian who is knowledgeable about aromatherapy for canines. They can provide guidance on safe options and dosages.
Always Dilute Essential Oils. This is important. A general guideline is to mix one drop of essential oil with a carrier oil (like coconut or olive oil) before applying it to your dog’s skin.
Avoid Direct Inhalation: Instead of diffusing oils in a small space, consider placing a few drops on a cotton ball and allowing your dog to sniff it from a distance. This minimizes the risk of overwhelming their sensitive respiratory system.
Monitor for Reactions: Keep an eye on your dog for any signs of irritation or adverse reactions, such as coughing, sneezing, or lethargy. If any negative symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and consult your veterinarian.
Keep Oils Out of Reach: Store essential oils securely to prevent accidental ingestion. Dogs are curious creatures, and some oils can be toxic if consumed.
Conclusion
Essential oils and aromatherapy can offer natural support for dogs with respiratory issues, but they must be used with care. By consulting with a veterinarian and following safety precautions, you can help your furry friend breathe easier while ensuring their well-being. Always remember that each dog is unique, so what works for one may not work for another.
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Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being.
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts known for their therapeutic properties. When used correctly, they can help with canine anxiety. You can help your dog live a happier, more peaceful life by understanding their needs, selecting the right oils, and applying them safely. This article will explore how aromatherapy can help reduce anxiety in dogs, including what oils to use and how to use them safely.
Understanding Canine Anxiety and Its Triggers
Canine anxiety can manifest in many ways. It can cause excessive barking, destructive behavior, and even physical symptoms like trembling. Common triggers include:
Loud noises
Separation from their parents
Unfamiliar environments
Traditional treatments often use medications. But many pet parents want gentler, more natural alternatives like aromatherapy.
The Power of Essential Oils
Some of the best essential oils for dog anxiety are lavender, chamomile, frankincense, and cedarwood. Each oil offers unique benefits.
Lavender Oil
Lavender is the go-to essential oil for calming anxiety in both humans and animals. Its soothing aroma works wonders on the nervous system. It helps reduce stress, restlessness, and even aggressive behavior in dogs.
Chamomile Oil
Chamomile is a gentle and effective essential oil. It is known for its calming properties, helping to quiet the mind and body. This oil is useful for dogs who are anxious because of storms, fireworks, or loud noises.
Frankincense Oil
Frankincense is a soothing oil that can help stabilize a dog’s emotions. It is an excellent choice for anxious dogs or those struggling with new environments. Its warm, earthy scent fosters a sense of calm and security. It’s helpful during travel or when introducing your dog to new experiences.
Cedarwood Oil
Cedarwood essential oil has a comforting effect on dogs. It’s a great option for dogs suffering from separation anxiety. Its woody scent has sedative effects, helping dogs feel secure when alone.
Safe Application Methods
It’s essential to know how to use essential oils with dogs, as their sense of smell is much stronger than ours. Diffusing is one of the safest methods. This involves using a diffuser to spread the oil’s scent in the air, allowing your dog to enjoy the effects without direct contact. Make sure the area is well ventilated, and don’t run the diffuser for extended periods.
Alternatively, you can make a diluted spray to lightly mist your dog’s bedding or favorite area. Be cautious with topical applications, and don’t apply undiluted oils directly to your dog.
Consulting a Veterinarian
Before starting any aromatherapy for canine anxiety, consult with a holistic or integrative veterinarian. Some essential oils can be toxic to dogs. Getting professional advice is important to avoid any adverse effects. Experts can help you choose the right oils, ensure safe dilution, and suggest the best application for your dog’s needs.
Lorna is the founder of Furry Friends Advisor. She is a passionate and experienced long-time dog parent with a deep love for animals. Lorna’s commitment to understanding and caring for dogs led her to spend countless hours researching and learning about canine health, behavior, and care. When not immersed in writing for her site, she is pampering her French Bulldog, Lucy. Her mission is to make advice about dog care and nutrition accessible to everyone.
If you’re a perfume wearer, can I be the one to tell you that it doesn’t smell good. I know you may love it. It may feel like your safety blanket, a second skin, part of your brand or identity or maybe makes you feel fancy. To anyone who doesn’t wear a conventional, chemical-based perfume, what you actually smell like is a chemical shit storm. It’s gross. I am not just saying that to stir the pot. If you are a perfume wearer, there is a good chance that I cringe at the thought of you coming over, or giving me or my kid a hug. I don’t ever want to hug you because I don’t want to have your fragrance on my clothes and in my hair all day. I don’t want you to hang your coat next to mine, as mine will pick up the smell.
Those chemicals are potent and persistent.
Perfumes and fragrances are extremely popular. I know there are many people who can’t even think about leaving the house without a little spritz. By 2025, the global fragrance market, which includes perfume, deodorant and antiperspirant, is predicted to be worth over USD$92 billion. Perfumes tend to draw on essential oils in their formulations, but also include a number of chemicals (many known and probable carcinogens) that are outright health hazards.
Fragrance is referred to as the new second-hand smoke. And for very good reason. This isn’t just about you and your preferences. Your perfume habit affects everyone around you – including children who are at the highest risk health-wise.
What is Perfume Made Of?
You may have seen a number of names for products, including perfume, eau de parfum, eau de toilette (you know this means toilet water, right?) and eau de cologne. They get these names by the concentrations of essences or oils the product contains. Perfume has the highest concentration of oils/essences, while eau de cologne has the least. Cologne is also typically associated with men, and perfumes with women.
It gets a little confusing when perfumes are also called fragrances. Fragrance, as a term, is used interchangeably with perfume to refer to the entire bottle or product, and fragrance is also an ingredient found in products. But it doesn’t quite end there – fragrance, in and of itself, is an umbrella ingredient that can include thousands of chemicals that are untested and potentially unsafe. Fragrance is listed instead of each individual ingredient so companies can protect their trade secrets or signature scents.
The laws around perfumes and fragrances depend on where you live. The United States has a very relaxed approach to cosmetics, while Canadian and EU laws are more strident.
I’ve included some highlights below, but in general, the perfume industry is self-regulating. Countries like Canada and Europe, as well as the US, consult The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) and the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) for advice on safety standards. RIFM uses experts that aren’t affiliated commercially with perfume companies and publishes in peer-reviewed journals.
United States: Perfume Regulation Highlights
Cosmetic ingredients, except for colour additives, do not need FDA approval before going to market.
Fragrance, which can be a collection of natural and synthetic ingredients, is allowed to be listed only as ‘fragrance’ on the label in order to protect trade secrets.
According to the FDA: “Companies and individuals who manufacture or market cosmetics have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their products. Neither the law nor FDA regulations require specific tests to demonstrate the safety of individual products or ingredients. The law also does not require cosmetic companies to share their safety information with FDA.” (bolded emphasis mine)
The FDA doesn’t require allergen-friendly labelling for cosmetics. If citizens have a fragrance allergy or sensitivity, the government recommends choosing fragrance-free products, reading labels and calling companies for information. But if you have a fragrance allergy and the FDA doesn’t require all of the ingredients in fragrances to be listed to protect a company’s trade secrets, how can we know if a product is truly safe?
Basically, what we have going on is an honour system. If the government doesn’t require companies to show their products are safe or share their data, where is the accountability? If I gave you a math test without asking you to show the steps you used to get to the final answers and didn’t even ask you to hand in the test for review at all, how would I know you actually knew the math? Except, in this case, there is more at stake than numbers.
Canada: Perfume Regulation Highlights
Canada consults the IFRA and RIFM for safety data.
Cosmetic products sold in Canada must meet the requirements of the Food and Drugs Act and the Cosmetic Regulations. Ingredients must be disclosed and labelled.
Canada has a Cosmetics Ingredient Hotlist that lists all prohibited and restricted ingredients. Prohibited ingredients cannot be used at all, while restricted ingredients can only be used under certain conditions or concentrations.
If Health Canada finds a fragrance ingredient unsafe, it will prohibit use and put it on the hotlist. However, “components of a fragrance can be listed as individual ingredients or can be listed under the term ‘parfum’ “. You’ll still need to delve into labels and ask more questions if you see the word ‘parfum’, as parfum could be a compendium of more ingredients.
Health Canada regularly reviews ingredients and the scientific data around them to assess safety.
Aside from the health risks of common ingredients in perfumes and other scented personal care products (fragrance, parabens, etc.), there is evidence that fragrances can cause or aggravate certain health conditions. Remember, this isn’t just about you but affects everyone who can smell you – your partner, children, co-workers, friends, that little old lady beside you on the bus.
These include:
Headaches:A study of 200 migraine sufferers and 200 participants with tension headaches found that odours from perfume can trigger migraines within minutes.
Asthma:One study of perfume strips showed that inhaling perfume can exacerbate symptoms and cause airway obstruction in asthma patients, while another found that perfume can instigate asthma-like respiratory symptoms. In a 19-year surveillance of workplace asthma in California, researchers discovered that fragrance used at work was commonly associated with work-related asthma (WRA), and that 242 of the recorded cases of WRA were linked to perfume or cologne. Finally, in a self-reported national survey of just over 1,100 people, 46.2% of asthmatics reported adverse effects after being near someone wearing a fragrance product – and 35.4% said they missed out on work or lost jobs due to workplace fragrance exposure.
Respiratory Issues: In a study that compared healthy volunteers to people with perfume-induced respiratory issues, blood tests showed an increase in histamine production in the group with respiratory issues. Histamine is part of our immune response to pathogens in our bodies and can cause inflammation. People with respiratory and lung issues also report being affected by scents and perfumes.
Endocrine Disruption: Many of the chemicals used in perfumes can alter the endocrine system. A study that tested a range of 213 household and personal products found a number of endocrine-disrupting chemicals including BPA, phthalates, parabens and fragrances. In an analysis of 5 different types of phthalates in 47 brands of perfumes, researchers said they found ‘considerable amounts’ of phthalates in all brands, and a few had phthalate amounts that were above threshold limits.
DNA Damage:In a follow-up study by the researchers who tested phthalates in 47 perfumes, they discovered that all the perfumes they tested induced DNA damage.
Better Alternatives to Conventional Perfume
What do you do if you love perfume, but not the health risks?
Buy Non-Toxic Perfume. Read labels and source companies that use ingredients you trust. As you may already know, I am a huge fan of Living Libations*. Their perfumes and colognes use pure essential oils. They aren’t overpowering and don’t last forever after you apply them, and that’s OK.
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Why Are We Using Perfume?
Interestingly, the FDA says, “If a product is intended to be applied to a person’s body to make the person more attractive, it’s a cosmetic under the law.” Fragrance falls under this category of products.
And hey, I know that we want to feel good about ourselves and look great, and how we smell is a part of that. Yet painting over foul smells with perfumes and fragrances isn’t going to resolve the source of that smell – so what is the underlying issue here? Is there a bigger health problem that needs to be addressed? As I’ve written before when talking about hair, skin, and beauty products, much of our success relies on what we do internally from the inside out.
Resolving body odor may be as simple as taking a shower, or the solution may involve a deeper dive into diet and lifestyle practices.
Creating a Fragrance-Free Work Environment
Depending on where you live there may or may not be policies in place restricting fragrances in the workplace. In recent years there has been an increased awareness about fragrance sensitivities, and you’ve probably seen signs posted in doctors’ offices, community centres, gyms, yoga studios, and schools requesting scent-free environments. If this is something you’d like to implement at your workplace, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety has detailed tips about how to create a scent-free policy.
Further Reading on Fragrance and Personal Care Products
Adjusting our perfume habits can be challenging at first. Once you go unscented or use naturally scented options, it’s often hard to return to those conventional products! You’ll start to smell them for what they really are.
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If you’re a perfume wearer, can I be the one to tell you that it doesn’t smell good. I know you may love it. It may feel like your safety blanket, a second skin, part of your brand or identity or maybe makes you feel fancy. To anyone who doesn’t wear a conventional, chemical-based perfume, what you actually smell like is a chemical shit storm. It’s gross. I am not just saying that to stir the pot. If you are a perfume wearer, there is a good chance that I cringe at the thought of you coming over, or giving me or my kid a hug. I don’t ever want to hug you because I don’t want to have your fragrance on my clothes and in my hair all day. I don’t want you to hang your coat next to mine, as mine will pick up the smell.
Those chemicals are potent and persistent.
Perfumes and fragrances are extremely popular. I know there are many people who can’t even think about leaving the house without a little spritz. By 2025, the global fragrance market, which includes perfume, deodorant and antiperspirant, is predicted to be worth over USD$92 billion. Perfumes tend to draw on essential oils in their formulations, but also include a number of chemicals (many known and probable carcinogens) that are outright health hazards.
Fragrance is referred to as the new second-hand smoke. And for very good reason. This isn’t just about you and your preferences. Your perfume habit affects everyone around you – including children who are at the highest risk health-wise.
What is Perfume Made Of?
You may have seen a number of names for products, including perfume, eau de parfum, eau de toilette (you know this means toilet water, right?) and eau de cologne. They get these names by the concentrations of essences or oils the product contains. Perfume has the highest concentration of oils/essences, while eau de cologne has the least. Cologne is also typically associated with men, and perfumes with women.
It gets a little confusing when perfumes are also called fragrances. Fragrance, as a term, is used interchangeably with perfume to refer to the entire bottle or product, and fragrance is also an ingredient found in products. But it doesn’t quite end there – fragrance, in and of itself, is an umbrella ingredient that can include thousands of chemicals that are untested and potentially unsafe. Fragrance is listed instead of each individual ingredient so companies can protect their trade secrets or signature scents.
The laws around perfumes and fragrances depend on where you live. The United States has a very relaxed approach to cosmetics, while Canadian and EU laws are more strident.
I’ve included some highlights below, but in general, the perfume industry is self-regulating. Countries like Canada and Europe, as well as the US, consult The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) and the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) for advice on safety standards. RIFM uses experts that aren’t affiliated commercially with perfume companies and publishes in peer-reviewed journals.
United States: Perfume Regulation Highlights
Cosmetic ingredients, except for colour additives, do not need FDA approval before going to market.
Fragrance, which can be a collection of natural and synthetic ingredients, is allowed to be listed only as ‘fragrance’ on the label in order to protect trade secrets.
According to the FDA: “Companies and individuals who manufacture or market cosmetics have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their products. Neither the law nor FDA regulations require specific tests to demonstrate the safety of individual products or ingredients. The law also does not require cosmetic companies to share their safety information with FDA.” (bolded emphasis mine)
The FDA doesn’t require allergen-friendly labelling for cosmetics. If citizens have a fragrance allergy or sensitivity, the government recommends choosing fragrance-free products, reading labels and calling companies for information. But if you have a fragrance allergy and the FDA doesn’t require all of the ingredients in fragrances to be listed to protect a company’s trade secrets, how can we know if a product is truly safe?
Basically, what we have going on is an honour system. If the government doesn’t require companies to show their products are safe or share their data, where is the accountability? If I gave you a math test without asking you to show the steps you used to get to the final answers and didn’t even ask you to hand in the test for review at all, how would I know you actually knew the math? Except, in this case, there is more at stake than numbers.
Canada: Perfume Regulation Highlights
Canada consults the IFRA and RIFM for safety data.
Cosmetic products sold in Canada must meet the requirements of the Food and Drugs Act and the Cosmetic Regulations. Ingredients must be disclosed and labelled.
Canada has a Cosmetics Ingredient Hotlist that lists all prohibited and restricted ingredients. Prohibited ingredients cannot be used at all, while restricted ingredients can only be used under certain conditions or concentrations.
If Health Canada finds a fragrance ingredient unsafe, it will prohibit use and put it on the hotlist. However, “components of a fragrance can be listed as individual ingredients or can be listed under the term ‘parfum’ “. You’ll still need to delve into labels and ask more questions if you see the word ‘parfum’, as parfum could be a compendium of more ingredients.
Health Canada regularly reviews ingredients and the scientific data around them to assess safety.
Aside from the health risks of common ingredients in perfumes and other scented personal care products (fragrance, parabens, etc.), there is evidence that fragrances can cause or aggravate certain health conditions. Remember, this isn’t just about you but affects everyone who can smell you – your partner, children, co-workers, friends, that little old lady beside you on the bus.
These include:
Headaches:A study of 200 migraine sufferers and 200 participants with tension headaches found that odours from perfume can trigger migraines within minutes.
Asthma:One study of perfume strips showed that inhaling perfume can exacerbate symptoms and cause airway obstruction in asthma patients, while another found that perfume can instigate asthma-like respiratory symptoms. In a 19-year surveillance of workplace asthma in California, researchers discovered that fragrance used at work was commonly associated with work-related asthma (WRA), and that 242 of the recorded cases of WRA were linked to perfume or cologne. Finally, in a self-reported national survey of just over 1,100 people, 46.2% of asthmatics reported adverse effects after being near someone wearing a fragrance product – and 35.4% said they missed out on work or lost jobs due to workplace fragrance exposure.
Respiratory Issues: In a study that compared healthy volunteers to people with perfume-induced respiratory issues, blood tests showed an increase in histamine production in the group with respiratory issues. Histamine is part of our immune response to pathogens in our bodies and can cause inflammation. People with respiratory and lung issues also report being affected by scents and perfumes.
Endocrine Disruption: Many of the chemicals used in perfumes can alter the endocrine system. A study that tested a range of 213 household and personal products found a number of endocrine-disrupting chemicals including BPA, phthalates, parabens and fragrances. In an analysis of 5 different types of phthalates in 47 brands of perfumes, researchers said they found ‘considerable amounts’ of phthalates in all brands, and a few had phthalate amounts that were above threshold limits.
DNA Damage:In a follow-up study by the researchers who tested phthalates in 47 perfumes, they discovered that all the perfumes they tested induced DNA damage.
Better Alternatives to Conventional Perfume
What do you do if you love perfume, but not the health risks?
Buy Non-Toxic Perfume. Read labels and source companies that use ingredients you trust. As you may already know, I am a huge fan of Living Libations*. Their perfumes and colognes use pure essential oils. They aren’t overpowering and don’t last forever after you apply them, and that’s OK.
Free Resource Library
Enjoy more than 40 downloadable guides, recipes, and resources.
Why Are We Using Perfume?
Interestingly, the FDA says, “If a product is intended to be applied to a person’s body to make the person more attractive, it’s a cosmetic under the law.” Fragrance falls under this category of products.
And hey, I know that we want to feel good about ourselves and look great, and how we smell is a part of that. Yet painting over foul smells with perfumes and fragrances isn’t going to resolve the source of that smell – so what is the underlying issue here? Is there a bigger health problem that needs to be addressed? As I’ve written before when talking about hair, skin, and beauty products, much of our success relies on what we do internally from the inside out.
Resolving body odor may be as simple as taking a shower, or the solution may involve a deeper dive into diet and lifestyle practices.
Creating a Fragrance-Free Work Environment
Depending on where you live there may or may not be policies in place restricting fragrances in the workplace. In recent years there has been an increased awareness about fragrance sensitivities, and you’ve probably seen signs posted in doctors’ offices, community centres, gyms, yoga studios, and schools requesting scent-free environments. If this is something you’d like to implement at your workplace, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety has detailed tips about how to create a scent-free policy.
Further Reading on Fragrance and Personal Care Products
Adjusting our perfume habits can be challenging at first. Once you go unscented or use naturally scented options, it’s often hard to return to those conventional products! You’ll start to smell them for what they really are.
*This post contains affiliate links
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If you’re a perfume wearer, can I be the one to tell you that it doesn’t smell good. I know you may love it. It may feel like your safety blanket, a second skin, part of your brand or identity or maybe makes you feel fancy. To anyone who doesn’t wear a conventional, chemical-based perfume, what you actually smell like is a chemical shit storm. It’s gross. I am not just saying that to stir the pot. If you are a perfume wearer, there is a good chance that I cringe at the thought of you coming over, or giving me or my kid a hug. I don’t ever want to hug you because I don’t want to have your fragrance on my clothes and in my hair all day. I don’t want you to hang your coat next to mine, as mine will pick up the smell.
Those chemicals are potent and persistent.
Perfumes and fragrances are extremely popular. I know there are many people who can’t even think about leaving the house without a little spritz. By 2025, the global fragrance market, which includes perfume, deodorant and antiperspirant, is predicted to be worth over USD$92 billion. Perfumes tend to draw on essential oils in their formulations, but also include a number of chemicals (many known and probable carcinogens) that are outright health hazards.
Fragrance is referred to as the new second-hand smoke. And for very good reason. This isn’t just about you and your preferences. Your perfume habit affects everyone around you – including children who are at the highest risk health-wise.
What is Perfume Made Of?
You may have seen a number of names for products, including perfume, eau de parfum, eau de toilette (you know this means toilet water, right?) and eau de cologne. They get these names by the concentrations of essences or oils the product contains. Perfume has the highest concentration of oils/essences, while eau de cologne has the least. Cologne is also typically associated with men, and perfumes with women.
It gets a little confusing when perfumes are also called fragrances. Fragrance, as a term, is used interchangeably with perfume to refer to the entire bottle or product, and fragrance is also an ingredient found in products. But it doesn’t quite end there – fragrance, in and of itself, is an umbrella ingredient that can include thousands of chemicals that are untested and potentially unsafe. Fragrance is listed instead of each individual ingredient so companies can protect their trade secrets or signature scents.
The laws around perfumes and fragrances depend on where you live. The United States has a very relaxed approach to cosmetics, while Canadian and EU laws are more strident.
I’ve included some highlights below, but in general, the perfume industry is self-regulating. Countries like Canada and Europe, as well as the US, consult The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) and the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) for advice on safety standards. RIFM uses experts that aren’t affiliated commercially with perfume companies and publishes in peer-reviewed journals.
United States: Perfume Regulation Highlights
Cosmetic ingredients, except for colour additives, do not need FDA approval before going to market.
Fragrance, which can be a collection of natural and synthetic ingredients, is allowed to be listed only as ‘fragrance’ on the label in order to protect trade secrets.
According to the FDA: “Companies and individuals who manufacture or market cosmetics have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their products. Neither the law nor FDA regulations require specific tests to demonstrate the safety of individual products or ingredients. The law also does not require cosmetic companies to share their safety information with FDA.” (bolded emphasis mine)
The FDA doesn’t require allergen-friendly labelling for cosmetics. If citizens have a fragrance allergy or sensitivity, the government recommends choosing fragrance-free products, reading labels and calling companies for information. But if you have a fragrance allergy and the FDA doesn’t require all of the ingredients in fragrances to be listed to protect a company’s trade secrets, how can we know if a product is truly safe?
Basically, what we have going on is an honour system. If the government doesn’t require companies to show their products are safe or share their data, where is the accountability? If I gave you a math test without asking you to show the steps you used to get to the final answers and didn’t even ask you to hand in the test for review at all, how would I know you actually knew the math? Except, in this case, there is more at stake than numbers.
Canada: Perfume Regulation Highlights
Canada consults the IFRA and RIFM for safety data.
Cosmetic products sold in Canada must meet the requirements of the Food and Drugs Act and the Cosmetic Regulations. Ingredients must be disclosed and labelled.
Canada has a Cosmetics Ingredient Hotlist that lists all prohibited and restricted ingredients. Prohibited ingredients cannot be used at all, while restricted ingredients can only be used under certain conditions or concentrations.
If Health Canada finds a fragrance ingredient unsafe, it will prohibit use and put it on the hotlist. However, “components of a fragrance can be listed as individual ingredients or can be listed under the term ‘parfum’ “. You’ll still need to delve into labels and ask more questions if you see the word ‘parfum’, as parfum could be a compendium of more ingredients.
Health Canada regularly reviews ingredients and the scientific data around them to assess safety.
Aside from the health risks of common ingredients in perfumes and other scented personal care products (fragrance, parabens, etc.), there is evidence that fragrances can cause or aggravate certain health conditions. Remember, this isn’t just about you but affects everyone who can smell you – your partner, children, co-workers, friends, that little old lady beside you on the bus.
These include:
Headaches:A study of 200 migraine sufferers and 200 participants with tension headaches found that odours from perfume can trigger migraines within minutes.
Asthma:One study of perfume strips showed that inhaling perfume can exacerbate symptoms and cause airway obstruction in asthma patients, while another found that perfume can instigate asthma-like respiratory symptoms. In a 19-year surveillance of workplace asthma in California, researchers discovered that fragrance used at work was commonly associated with work-related asthma (WRA), and that 242 of the recorded cases of WRA were linked to perfume or cologne. Finally, in a self-reported national survey of just over 1,100 people, 46.2% of asthmatics reported adverse effects after being near someone wearing a fragrance product – and 35.4% said they missed out on work or lost jobs due to workplace fragrance exposure.
Respiratory Issues: In a study that compared healthy volunteers to people with perfume-induced respiratory issues, blood tests showed an increase in histamine production in the group with respiratory issues. Histamine is part of our immune response to pathogens in our bodies and can cause inflammation. People with respiratory and lung issues also report being affected by scents and perfumes.
Endocrine Disruption: Many of the chemicals used in perfumes can alter the endocrine system. A study that tested a range of 213 household and personal products found a number of endocrine-disrupting chemicals including BPA, phthalates, parabens and fragrances. In an analysis of 5 different types of phthalates in 47 brands of perfumes, researchers said they found ‘considerable amounts’ of phthalates in all brands, and a few had phthalate amounts that were above threshold limits.
DNA Damage:In a follow-up study by the researchers who tested phthalates in 47 perfumes, they discovered that all the perfumes they tested induced DNA damage.
Better Alternatives to Conventional Perfume
What do you do if you love perfume, but not the health risks?
Buy Non-Toxic Perfume. Read labels and source companies that use ingredients you trust. As you may already know, I am a huge fan of Living Libations*. Their perfumes and colognes use pure essential oils. They aren’t overpowering and don’t last forever after you apply them, and that’s OK.
Free Resource Library
Enjoy more than 40 downloadable guides, recipes, and resources.
Why Are We Using Perfume?
Interestingly, the FDA says, “If a product is intended to be applied to a person’s body to make the person more attractive, it’s a cosmetic under the law.” Fragrance falls under this category of products.
And hey, I know that we want to feel good about ourselves and look great, and how we smell is a part of that. Yet painting over foul smells with perfumes and fragrances isn’t going to resolve the source of that smell – so what is the underlying issue here? Is there a bigger health problem that needs to be addressed? As I’ve written before when talking about hair, skin, and beauty products, much of our success relies on what we do internally from the inside out.
Resolving body odor may be as simple as taking a shower, or the solution may involve a deeper dive into diet and lifestyle practices.
Creating a Fragrance-Free Work Environment
Depending on where you live there may or may not be policies in place restricting fragrances in the workplace. In recent years there has been an increased awareness about fragrance sensitivities, and you’ve probably seen signs posted in doctors’ offices, community centres, gyms, yoga studios, and schools requesting scent-free environments. If this is something you’d like to implement at your workplace, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety has detailed tips about how to create a scent-free policy.
Further Reading on Fragrance and Personal Care Products
Adjusting our perfume habits can be challenging at first. Once you go unscented or use naturally scented options, it’s often hard to return to those conventional products! You’ll start to smell them for what they really are.
*This post contains affiliate links
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If you have been paying attention to the general health of our country, you are well aware that high blood pressure is a common health issue among Americans.
While there is not one exact cause of high blood pressure, there are many contributing factors.
Some of these include smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, poor diet, stress, and genetics.
High blood pressure is dangerous because it requires the heart to work harder to pump blood through the body, and it contributes to atherosclerosis, stroke, kidney disease, and heart failure.
There are medications on the market to help control blood pressure, but many people prefer to take a more holistic and natural approach to either treat or prevent high blood pressure. Like many other health conditions, essential oils can be used for this purpose.
Here, we will look at some of the best essential oils on the market today to help people who suffer from high blood pressure.
Quick Look at Our Top Picks for Essential Oils for High Blood Pressure
Don’t have time to read the entire post? Here’s a quick summary of our favorite essential oils for high blood pressure. Simply click on the essential oil name to take you to it’s Amazon page.
How to Choose an Essential Oil for High Blood Pressure
Trying to determine which is the best essential oil for your high blood pressure management will require you to evaluate your individual health issues.
Think about which risk factors for high blood pressure you have. While there are a wide variety of options for natural blood pressure reducers, figuring out which essential oil is right for you depends on your specific risk factors.
Stress reduction and weight loss are the main benefits of a lot of essential oils, making high blood pressure reduction a secondary effect. Try to get to the root cause of your high blood pressure to help you pinpoint the way to best treat it.
How to Use Essential Oils for High Blood Pressure
Essential oils are safe to use for high blood pressure when they are used appropriately.
The three methods of doing this are aromatically, topically, and internally. Oils can be used either one at a time or mixed together to make a blend.
Aromatic
The olfactory sense, otherwise known as the sense of smell, can generate powerful responses in the body.
When essential oils are used aromatically, they are quickly absorbed by the smell receptors, which then have an effect on the limbic system.
This system of the brain supports several functions, such as smell, memory, emotions, and even behavior. Because of this, essential oils have a powerful effect when they are administered through an aromatic application.
Diffusion is one of the easiest methods to use essential oils aromatically. The best diffusers are those that use cold air or water, but you can also use essential oils aromatically by simply smelling them. You can just place a few drops of the oil in your hand and breathe deeply.
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If you don’t have an essential oil diffuser (or want to grab a new one), then here are favorite three options. Just find the diffuser that looks interesting and then click the yellow button to get more information:
Topical
Topical application is also an effective method for using essential oils. Essential oils are lipid-soluble, allowing them to easily penetrate the skin. Once essential oils are absorbed, they are able to remain in the applied area to maintain a localized benefit.
Essential oils are easily absorbed on their own, but there are also ways to increase absorption.
Using oils during a light massage will help increase the circulation to the area of application, which will improve the distribution of the oil throughout the body.
Diluting an essential oil with a carrier oil such as coconut oil can also increase its absorption, especially in places where you have dry skin.
It is best to use a carrier oil when applying essential oils topically to help decrease the likelihood of having a skin reaction, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Diluting more potent oils is a good idea, as well as oils that you are trying for the first time. Typically, you can just add one drop of essential oil to every three drops of your diluting oil.
When using essential oils topically, apply several small doses throughout the day instead of one single large dose. Start with just one or two drops and repeat this application every four hours or so. Because everyone is different, the necessary dose may be different based on one’s size, age, and general health.
Essential oils can be safely applied to the neck, forehead, temples, chest, arms, legs, stomach, and bottoms of the feet.
1You should avoid applying essential oils to delicate facial areas such as the skin near the eyes, the inner ears, and broken, damaged, or injured skin.
In addition to adding oils to a carrier oil, they can also be added to a warm bath, or a hot or cold compress by soaking a towel in water that has a few drops of oil in it and then applying it to the affected area. You can also add oils to your favorite non-scented lotion before applying it to your skin.
Internal
Some essential oils can be used as a dietary supplement, supporting several health conditions. You already consume the compounds that are found in essential oils when you use cinnamon on your toast, drink peppermint tea, or add rosemary to your chicken.
Essential oils are a great way to add flavor to foods while also adding health benefits. One of the great things about using essential oils internally is that they can be used as a targeted application for specific and potent health benefits when they are in their concentrated form. Because the human body is physiologically sophisticated, the internal use of essential oils is a safe and effective method of application.
When oils are ingested, they enter the bloodstream directly through the gastrointestinal tract. Here, they are readily distributed through the rest of the body due to the fact that they are lipid-soluble. Oils are then metabolized by the liver and other organs before being excreted.
Some essential oils can be used as a dietary supplement
Essential oils have a complex composition, with each component having its own set of biochemical properties that react with the body differently. It is important to remember, however, that our bodies can only handle certain doses of essential oils when taken internally, so you should speak with a professional before consuming essential oils.
Some people like to use essential oils while cooking. This is a great idea, but it is important to remember that essential oils are very potent, so you only need to use a little bit and it will go a long way. In places where you would use a lot of dried or fresh herbs or spices, you would only need a small amount of essential oil.
For oils that are more potent, it may be best to use them by dipping the end of a toothpick into the oil before adding it to the food. You can also add oils to your drinks, such as water, milk, smoothies, or tea. Some people even choose to add their oils to an empty veggie capsule to take as a pill.
Common Questions About Essential Oils
Are they safe for children?
Some oils are great for kids, while others should be avoided. It is best to review product labels for complete information on the appropriate age for using an oil, along with any cautions.
Because every child is different, it is best to test a small amount of the oil before using it in a large area to make sure that no irritation or reaction occurs. This should also be done when diffusing essential oils near babies.
Make sure to thoroughly dilute the oil, and use fewer drops than you would for an adult.
Make sure to review the product labels of essential oils you ‘re using
Are they safe to use during pregnancy?
Just like with children, some oils are safe for pregnant women, and some are not. The smell of some essential oils may improve pregnancy nausea, but others should be avoided, such as clary sage, hyssop, fennel, and sage.
Pregnant women should talk to health professionals who have experience using essential oils before using them.
Do essential oils expire?
Most essential oils do not use preservatives or synthetic fillers, so they do expire. The good thing is that they are relatively stable and can last for many years without breaking down or changing their smell or chemical composition.
Every oil has a different shelf life, and some are more prone to oxidation than others. It is best to store oils in amber glass bottles so they are protected from sun exposure, and their shelf life can also be extended by storing them in a cool, dry place that is away from the sun.
18 Best Essential Oils for High Blood Pressure (Our Selection for 2024)
Now we will go over the 18 best essential oils that are on the market right now for high blood pressure. These oils have many other uses as well, but they are all beneficial for people suffering from high blood pressure.
Bergamot Essential Oil has a crisp and refreshing smell. Studies have shown that bergamot can reduce high blood pressure if it is diffused and inhaled for 15 minutes to one hour. People who diffuse bergamot essential oil show a significant reduction in their blood pressure and their heart rate.
Studies have also shown that this essential oil can improve people’s mood and reduce anxiety. When it is inhaled, the brain releases neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin to create a feeling of well-being. This increase in dopamine can also help users of bergamot essential oil reduce their cravings for comfort foods.
PROS
CONS
Has skin purifying benefits
The oils are cold-pressed from the peel
Versatile oil
Expensive
Some people find the smell is not refreshing
The oil is a bit diluted, so you have to use a lot
Studies have shown that Clary Sage Essential Oil is able to reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. It also helps to reduce the respiratory rates of people who use this oil during aromatherapy. Clary sage is a popular oil to use among people who do not need to be relaxed but have to lower their blood pressure.
Clary sage decreases both stress and symptoms of depression. Many people suffer from depression due to alcohol abuse, which is one of the risk factors for hypertension, and clary sage is effective to use as an anti-depressant.
Frankincense Essential Oil is able to calm the body and the mind. This helps reduce stress levels and regulates the heart. The body often requires an increased dose of prescription medications over time for hypertension, but the benefits of this tonic substance increase over time without having to increase the amount that is used.
Frankincense essential oil has been used for centuries to reduce stress levels and increase mental clarity, as well as encourage peace of mind and stillness.
PROS
CONS
This oil is therapeutic grade
Great to mix with other oils
Pleasant fragrance
Oil is thin, so you have to use a lot
Oil evaporates quickly
Some people find this oil to smell more like tea tree oil
When you have high blood pressure, your mind may be overactive, which can trigger stress and anxiety. Geranium Essential Oil is great to use to deal with stress because it improves blood circulation and balances out emotions.
Geranium essential oil also improves the quality of sleep and digestion and increases the body’s ability to detoxify itself. This is a great essential oil to use before going to sleep to help get a full night’s rest.
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CONS
Helps improve skin complexion
Gently harmonizing and uplifting
Great to blend with other floral fragrances
Has to be diluted a lot because the smell is strong
Some people have received bottles that are unsealed
Studies have found that Helichrysum Essential Oil is an effective natural remedy to help reduce blood pressure.
Once this oil is absorbed into the bloodstream, it acts as a natural vasorelaxant and is able to encourage smooth muscle function, resulting in a decrease in blood pressure.
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CONS
Users have found that this oil helps heal the skin
Budget-friendly
Users find that this oil smells great and is soothing in baths
Due to its consistency, it must be used with a carrier oil
Lavender Essential Oil is one of the most versatile and well-known essential oils on the market today. It has many health benefits, including reducing high blood pressure.
This general-purpose healing oil comes with a wide variety of therapeutic uses and is often used to encourage sleep by reducing nervous tension and stress. Lavender also has analgesic properties that make it helpful for curing headaches.
Studies performed on the electrical impulses of patients’ brains have shown the positive effects of lavender oil. Pulses were measured before and after inhaling this essential oil with an EEG machine and revealed that lavender oil has many health benefits, including reducing one’s blood pressure and increasing relaxation.
Patients who use this oil in aromatherapy report feeling more alert and refreshed after doing so.
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CONS
Great to use for children
Perfect for decompressing after a long day
Very fragrant and not watered down
Some people think this oil has a slightly chemical scent
Mandarin Essential Oil can relieve muscle cramps and stiffness, quiet the nervous system, and even improve liver function. With these positive effects, your mind will become relaxed and your stress and anxiety can disappear.
Mandarin oil is an effective way to cool your mind so that your blood vessels will not become constricted and your blood pressure remains healthy.
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CONS
This oil encourages blood flow and promotes healthy and vibrant skin
Melissa Essential Oil, also known as lemon balm, has an uplifting effect on the body. It can lift one’s mood with its antidepressant properties, and restore balance to the emotions. It also promotes healthy digestion by increasing the production of bile in the stomach.
For the heart, this essential oil acts as a tonic by reducing high blood pressure and preventing heart palpitations and heart attacks.
Neroli Essential Oil has an anti-hypertension property. In a 2012 study, this essential oil was mixed with ylang-ylang, lavender, and marjoram essential oil, and was found to have both immediate and long-term positive effects on blood pressure in patients.
The results of this month-long study were significant when they were compared with people taking a placebo.
Petitgrain helps support healthy blood pressure and heart function. Petitgrain Essential Oil can lower high blood pressure due to its ability to dilate arteries and blood vessels.
It also acts as an antioxidant and reduces oxidative and emotional stress, which can both lead to high blood pressure. The balancing benefits of petitgrain essential oil also improve breathing and calm nervous anxiety, which can bring a sense of ease to a stressed nervous system.
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CONS
This oil acts as a calming and refreshing mood enhancer
Increases motivation and clear thinking
Improves digestion
Some people find that this oil has a grassy scent
When combined with other oils, this scent tends to overpower them
Chamomile is one of the oldest known medicinal herbs, and Roman Chamomile Essential Oil, in particular, is effective and easy to use.
People can get all of the benefits of chamomile from this essential oil by diffusing it or applying it topically to the skin. It can help calm the mind, decrease digestive issues, treat skin ailments, and reduce inflammation.
Roman chamomile gives the user cardiovascular protection due to its high levels of flavonoids, which significantly reduce mortality from heart disease when they are ingested. Because Roman chamomile essential oil has flavonoids, it can help lower blood pressure and also relax the heart.
PROS
CONS
This product is just as potent as pricier oils
A little goes a long way
Good price for a high-quality oil
Bottle tends to leak
Some people think this oil smells musky
Not 100% chamomile—this oil also contains jojoba oil
The energizing and refreshing scent of rose is able to calm the mind, among other things. Rose has anti-inflammatory properties and produces a relaxing effect throughout the entire body.
Rose balances both hormonal and emotional disturbances, and its cooling properties leave one feeling more refreshed. It also increases blood circulation, making it suitable for people with high blood pressure.
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CONS
One drop goes a long way
Great for skincare
Affordable
Some people think this oil smells more like geranium than rose
Tea Tree Essential Oil is extracted from a plant that is native to Australia. This oil is able to calm the nervous system, and also has antidepressant, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties to enable the body to relax.
Studies have shown that using this oil for high blood pressure can help reduce heart rate and stress, and increase blood circulation. During one study, a group was instructed to use tea tree essential oil three times per week, while the other group did not.
After one month, those who used the tea tree oil on a regular basis had higher levels of oxytocin, which is a hormone that is responsible for reducing stress. They also had a lower blood pressure than the people who did not use the oil.
Sandalwood Essential Oil can be helpful when it comes to lowering blood pressure. It can be added to a glass of water and consumed to help bring down numbers quickly.
One may also consider making a paste of sandalwood oil to apply to various parts of the body for the same effect. Studies have shown the positive effects of sandalwood essential oil on blood pressure.
PROS
CONS
Contains no synthetic additives
Great, strong scent
Great for both men and women
Diluted and weak scent
Bottle is used quickly because you have to use a lot at one time
Marjoram is the most popular oil out of all essential oils that are known to be able to dilate the arteries to reduce high blood pressure. Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil has a calming and soothing effect on the mind and eases the symptoms of hypertension.
Marjoram oil can also be used to help support the digestive system, improve mental health, balance hormones, and reduce muscle pain. Marjoram oil helps lower blood pressure without decreasing your heart rate, meaning that your vascular wall will relax without putting pressure on your heart.
Valerian root has sedative effects and acts as a nerve relaxer. This allows your tense nervous system to be soothed with the application of this oil.
Hyperactivity, muscle tension, insomnia, shock, and fast heart rate can be reduced with the help of Valerian Essential Oil. It is a great oil to use if you are not able to sleep due to your high blood pressure.
Studies have shown that Ylang Ylang Essential Oil has beneficial properties for high blood pressure, especially when it is blended with a mixture of essential oils specific for hypertension reduction.
Cortisol, a hormone released by the adrenal glands, can lead to high blood pressure. Studies show a reduced level of cortisol and blood pressure after inhaling a ylang-ylang mixture, suggesting it is effective for blood pressure management.
PROS
CONS
Certified pure therapeutic grade
Comes in careful packaging
Beautiful fragrance
This oil gives some people a headache
Some users find that this oil is diluted
Conclusion
In conclusion, the clear winner of this roundup is the Roman Chamomile Essential Oil. With the most studies to back it up and the high number of positive reviews, this oil seems to be an all-time favorite.
It can be used in many ways, depending on how the user prefers to administer their essential oils. It can also be mixed with other favorite oils to create a proprietary blend.
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You might resort to caffeine as a first aid to clear up your mind, but it can do very little to improve your cognition. And the caffeine “pick-me-up” is often followed by an energy crash.
Other stimulants (legal and illegal) have even worse side effects.
If you are like me, you may wonder if there is a natural solution that will help you focus, improve memory and help you get through those long study sessions.
This is where the essential oils for studying can give some help.
For centuries, essential oils have been used as a natural aid that boosts overall cognitive abilities. This has even got its own name – aromatherapy. The soothing scent of essential oil refreshes your mind and improves mental acuity and memory.
Scent has proven to be a strong mental stimulant. Essential oils can help you focus. They can improve memory. They can improve cognition. They can help wake you up when you are fading.
Admittedly, the effect of smelling an essential oil may not be as powerful as a double shot of Espresso, but it is 100% natural and has no side effects. The same thing cannot be said for our “double shot of Espresso” pick-me-up.
This post will show you 5 of the essential oils that can actually be a useful aid in helping you study, focus, learn and stay awake for those long night’s of study.
Check out the list of the best essential oils for studying to get the upper hand in your exams.
Don’t have the time read the entire review?
Here’s a quick look at our top choices for the best essential oils for studying.
1,8-cineole is a compound found in rosemary and this is a 100% natural essential oil made from the aerial parts of Rosmarinus officinalis. It’s worth noting that Plant Therapy went the extra distance to ensure the highest quality standards and put each bottle through proper testing.
In addition, the Plant Therapy Rosemary 1,8-Cineole is certified USDA organic, non-GMO, and completely safe for children.
As for cognition-boosting properties, rosemary 1,8-cineole is hard to rival. A recent study shows that rosemary contains active compounds that affect and improve pathways of the brain that are responsible for focus, memory, and retention. The same study found the aromatic 1,8-cineole improves math skills and long-term memory.
Given these properties, you can count on the Plant Therapy Rosemary 1,8-Cineole for studying, but there are more benefits. This oil is a great natural remedy for hair and scalp health. It helps you deal with scalp itch and dandruff and promotes hair growth at the same time.
Have problems with cramps or upset stomach? Rosemary 1,8-Cineole can help. Mix a few drops with a carrier oil of your choice and gently rub it over your stomach.
When you want to stay sharp for your exams, mix equal parts lemon juice and rosemary 1,8-cineole oil and put it in your inhaler. When you’re studying, you can sniff directly from the bottle once in a while.
PROS
100% natural and organic
Safe for children
Improves scalp and hair health
Helps with an upset stomach
CONS
The scent might be too potent
2. Mental Acuity and Memory: Edens Garden Peppermint Essential Oil
Looking for a refreshing scent with just a touch of sweetness to keep your mind sharp? The Edens Garden Peppermint essential oil could be what you are searching for. Put a few drops in your diffuser and allow the soothing scent to do its magic.
The Edens Garden Peppermint is 100% pure without any additives, bases, or fillers. The oil also has a GC/MS certificate. In addition, Edens Garden stores the oils in a temperature-controlled room under minimal light to retain the oil’s therapeutic characteristics.
Tests and certificates give you peace of mind about the quality, but how effective is peppermint oil for studying? The cognitive-boosting properties of peppermint have been well researched.
For example, the International Journal of Neuroscience conducted a study that shows peppermint oil increases mental acuity and memory. In addition, the same study found that it may improve the speed of information processing.
On top of that, peppermint oil is a potent natural remedy for some common ailments. It is known to help with clogged sinuses, cramps, and migraine and headache symptoms. More importantly, this oil may lessen daytime fatigue and boost your energy levels, just what you need for your studies.
As for the product itself, the Edens Garden Peppermint essential oil is available in 5, 10, and 30ml dropper bottles. There is also a value pack and a 10ml roll-on for easier application.
Plant Therapy’s Orange Sweet Organic features a fresh juicy scent with a distinct citrus aroma. As such, this essential oil is perfect for invigorating aromatherapy that soothes your nerves and improves focus.
The main active ingredients are the oils that come from the peel of Citrus x Sinensis, which is a sweet orange species cultivated in Italy and Mexico. Plant Therapy uses the best fruits and the cold-pressed method to get top-quality citrus extracts for this 100% pure natural therapeutic-grade oil.
And if you are looking for quality standards and certification, the Plant Therapy Orange Sweet Essential Oil has plenty to offer. Like most of the company’s products, this essential oil features non-GMO and USDA Organic labels.
Plus, it’s safe for children to use and the leaping bunny certificate signifies a natural cruelty-free product. But what about the beneficial properties?
First of all, this oil is a must-have for those who suffer from exam blues. A few whiffs of the Orange Sweet and your mood is bound to receive an instant boost.
In addition, several studies found that the fragrance of orange essential oil lowers anxiety levels, which might be a real lifesaver during the exam season.
When it comes to application, this oil can be used on its own but it might be too potent for some people. So it’s best to dilute it or combine with carrier oils like lemon, frankincense, or vanilla. For example, add three drops of the Orange Sweet to two tablespoons of carrier oil to get a 1% dilution.
Cananga odorata or ylang-ylang is a plant with curly yellow flowers that grows in the Philippines, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The oil is derived from the flowers and the Plant Therapy Ylang Ylang Complete has 100% pure extract and a rich aromatic profile.
If you are wondering about the scent, this essential oil has a potent floral fragrance with just a touch of sweetness.
As an essential oil for studying, ylang-ylang should help you cope with anxiety, it relieves muscle tension and reduces stress levels. It’s important to note that this essential oil relaxes your body and mind without making you drowsy or sleepy.
For a more potent effect, feel free to mix the Ylang Ylang Complete with other Plant Therapy essential oils. A few drops of this and the Rosemary 1,8-Cineole would create a powerful mix that can help you endure hours of studying.
Unlike other essential oils, ylang-ylang is also a powerful aphrodisiac and has long been used for romantic massage. That said, you need to be careful with topical applications because some skin irritation may occur.
It’s best to dilute it to less than 0.8%, which means three drops of the Ylang Ylang Complete with three or four tablespoons of carrier oil.
You should know that the Ylang Ylang has all the quality certificates you might be looking for, USDA Organic, non-GMO, 100% pure, etc. But according to the Plant Therapy website this oil is not suitable for children.
The sharp and refreshing eucalyptus oil fragrance cuts right through the fog in your mind. It delivers just the punch you need for studying for hours on end.
But you don’t want just any eucalyptus oil. 100% natural oil provides the best results and that’s exactly what you get with the Plant Therapy Organic Eucalyptus.
To ensure premium healing powers, Plant Therapy carefully picks eucalyptus leaves and steam distills them to obtain the purest extract.
The final result is an undiluted colorless essential oil that gets right into the dropper bottle. Needless to say, Organic Eucalyptus doesn’t contain any fillers or synthetic additives.
As indicated, eucalyptus essential oil can be a powerful stimulant that removes the clutter from your mind and invigorates the senses. In some ways, this oil is similar to peppermint because it improves mental acuity and allows for better memory.
Furthermore, Organic Eucalyptus can help you fight headaches and migraines that may come from too many hours in front of a computer. It also gives your immune system a boost and helps you ward off seasonal viruses.
You should know that this oil has a strong aroma with distinct herbaceous fragrance and subtle woody tones.
PROS
Steam distilled extract
Potent mental stimulant
Improves memory
Helps with headaches | migraines
Boosts immunity
Helps your immune system fight off a virus
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Essential Oil Buyer’s Guide
Before you make the final decision, there are a few things you should know. about essential oils and how to apply them.
(Side bar: If you’re having trouble remembering the material you’re trying to learn, then The Feynman Technique can help you solve this issue.)
Essential Oils You Should Look For
In general, there are five essential oils that can be beneficial for studying. They are peppermint, rosemary, orange sweet, ylang-ylang, and eucalyptus. Each has its own set of characteristics but they all allow for better focus, memory, and cognitive performance.
There is not really a best choice among these 5 choices. They are all useful in their own unique ways and many of the essential oils have some overlapping benefits.
As for specific features, pungent types like peppermint and eucalyptus have a particularly reinvigorating scent.
Used in a diffuser, these oils can provide a continuous stream of refreshing fragrance that’s perfect for long studying sessions.
On the other hand, orange sweet and ylang-ylang have a somewhat milder aroma and act as soothing agents as well. Of course, the actual potency and aroma strength may vary from one manufacturer to another.
How to Use Essential Oils
There are three ways to apply/use essential oils — you can inhale them, apply the oil to your skin, or drink them. Mind you, essential oils in this list are not suitable for direct consumption. (This goes for other essential oils as well.)
For example, eucalyptus oil should never be eaten, but it’s perfectly safe to inhale and apply topically.
With this in mind, you should know that essential oils for studying work best when inhaled. There are several ways to do it. Here’s a quick rundown of the popular methods.
Direct Sniffing
Open the dropper bottle and take a whiff directly from it. The results may come fast but it’s not possible with every oil depending on the potency.
Diffuser
This is probably the best method for students. A few drops go into the device and it projects soothing aromas into the air while you study. You can also insert diffuser sticks into the bottle and leave the whole thing in your study room.
Need an Essential Oil Diffuser?
If you don’t have an essential oil diffuser (or want to grab a new one), then here are favorite three options. Just find the diffuser that looks interesting and then click the yellow button to get more information:
Dry Evaporation
If you don’t want to spend money on a diffuser, dry evaporation is the next best thing. Put a few drops of the oil on cotton balls, place them in a bowl, and let natural evaporation do the trick.
What are Carrier Oils?
As suggested by the name, these are oils that act as a base for other oils, in this case, essential oils. That’s because they’re not soluble in water so you’ll need something else to dilute them.
Carrier oils are usually vegetable-based like avocado and coconut, or they come from kernels and nuts like black cumin seed oil. Primarily carrier oils are mixed with essential oils to dilute them for topical application. But these carrier oils can also be mixed with the essential oils to make a custom blend for your diffuser.
Quality Concerns
Most of the products claim to pure, organic, and 100% additive-free. However, you can never be completely certain unless you look at the fine print. As a rule, FDA-approved essential oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
In addition, it doesn’t hurt if the oil has undergone third-party testing and sports certain certificates. For example, GC-MS tests are a good indicator that you are getting what you pay for.
Final Thoughts on the Best Essential Oils for Studying
Recommending one essential oil over another is not an easy task because the final choice boils down to your personal preference.
All five oils have their place and are useful in their own way. However, there is an oil that stands out as one of the best essential oils for studying.
What’s more, it may speed up and sharpen your brain, allowing for more productive studying. And there are several medical studies that attest to the nootropic characteristics of this oil.
Now, if you’re looking for more ways to improve your study habits, be sure to check out these articles:
Lavender essential oil is recommended for relaxation. Research has shown it to be a helpful treatment for stress and exhaustion. By diffusing lavender oil, you’ll help put your nervous system in a parasympathetic rest-and-digest state.
Peppermint, on the other hand, is a popular essential oil to stimulate the mind. Diffusing this oil has mental and cognitive benefits (i.e., improved memory, focus, and concentration).
Lemongrass is one of Butner’s favorites, specifically for its uplifting and centering effects. “I love using lemongrass oil as an air purifier,” she says. “I like to diffuse this for my acupuncture patients, as well as in my home.” And, according to a clinical study, it can also help mitigate test anxiety.
You may recognize the scent of eucalyptus oil, as it’s often used in spas, saunas, gym locker rooms, and wellness clinics. This oil is invigorating, stimulating, and can be fairly potent—which is why it’s best used in a diffuser. “Medicinally, [eucalyptus oil is] great to diffuse when dealing with respiratory issues such as coughs, colds, and excess mucus,” Butner adds.
Dr. Chen is a medical doctor with 15 years of clinical experience. She is board certified in the UK in both internal medicine and family practice, and now lives in California with her family.
Her world turned upside down when her daughter was hospitalized soon after being born with symptoms no doctor could figure out. Through doing her own research, she was able to help her daughter recover. She also realized that the many years of chronic fatigue, acne, and brain fog she had was due to environmental toxicity. This opened the world of root causes she had never considered before as a conventional medical doctor.
When she moved to San Francisco, she decided to make it her mission to help people reduce their toxin load because she believes environmental toxins to be one important root cause not enough doctors are talking about.
MOJO, an aromatherapy slap bracelet, has already reached its funding goal on Kickstarter, with 24 days still left in the campaign.
Press Release –
updated: Nov 8, 2017
SAN DIEGO, November 8, 2017 (Newswire.com)
– Aravinda successfully launched their crowdfunding campaign for the MOJO bracelet on Kickstarter, on Nov. 1, 2017. The campaign, which is set to run for 30 days, surpassed its funding goal within the first 34 hours but will continue to take pre-orders until the end of the month.
The MOJO is a stainless-steel slap bracelet that combines principles of aromatherapy and color therapy. Users can add two drops of essential oil to the outer layer of absorbent microfiber material, allowing the smell to diffuse as they go about their day, while the inner waterproof neoprene layer protects them from having the essential oil come in contact with their skin. An additional microfiber layer provides comfort. The MOJO is available in four colors: orange, green, blue, and violet. Campaign supporters can also receive one or more of Aravinda’s signature essential oil blends as part of their package.
MOJO is finally released after a whole lot of planning, testing, and tweaking. We’ve taken our design abilities to the next level to bring a completely unique and dual-functioning product to market.
Hamzeh Ramadan, Ph.D., CEO
Hamzeh Ramadan, Ph.D., CEO of Aravinda, said, “MOJO is finally released after a whole lot of planning, testing, and tweaking. We’ve taken our design abilities to the next level to bring a completely unique and dual-functioning product to market.”
For more information on the MOJO bracelet, visit www.aravinda.us, or the Kickstarter campaign at http://kck.st/2A21QGU, where you can make a donation to be one of the first to receive a MOJO bracelet and Aravinda Essential Oil.
Aravinda is an aromatherapy and essential oils company in the U.S. that seeks to incorporate principles of color therapy and aromatherapy in practical ways to help balance the body’s energy centers and encourage well-being.
Officially launched on January 1 2016, eoChain is an innovative search engine tailored to the essential oils community. The website is designed to be a place where people can discover and share new essential oil blends, tips and tricks for free.
Press Release –
Jan 12, 2016
Burleson, Tx, January 12, 2016 (Newswire.com)
– Officially launched on January 1 2016, eoChain is an innovative search engine tailored to the essential oils community. The website is designed to be a place where people can discover and share new essential oil blends, tips and tricks for free.
Like Google — anybody can use eoChain but *registered* members of are able to contribute their own essential oil blends directly to the search engine, as well as access other features such as obtaining their own profile and bookmarking their favorite blends. Members who are exceptionally familiar with essential oils and compliance chosen by eoChain to become *Gold Members* who have access to even more tools and features.
“I was looking for a blend that would help my toddler sleep better.” explains Jennifer Wilkins, a mother from Orlando, Florida. “Within seconds of typing in my essential oil keywords, I found exactly what I needed on eoChain.”
Jennifer Wilkins, Orlando, FL
Good oil blends can be hard time find. eoChain.com brings them to one centralized place for everybody to quickly search, discover and share.
The eoChain search engine is actively recruiting new members who wish to contribute their favorite essential oil blends. To checkout the new eoChain search engine go to http://www.eochain.com. To learn more about what eoChain can do for you go to http://www.eochain.com/marketing/
