The Supreme 5 of Essential Oils You Must Have

1. Eucalyptus essential oil - Eucalyptus oil is made from leaves of selected eucalyptus tree species. The trees belong to the plant family Myrtaceae, which is native to Australia, Tasmania and nearby islands. There are more than 500 eucalypti species, but essential oils of Eucalyptus salicifolia and Eucalyptus globulus (which is also called fever tree or gum tree) are retrieved for their medicinal properties. Benefits are :

Improves Respiratory Conditions,

Relieves Cough

Improves Seasonal Allergies

Fights Infections

Reduces Pain and Inflammation

Alleviates Headaches

Aids Wound Care

2. Lavender essential oil - The Egyptians used lavender for mummification and as a perfume. When King Tut’s tomb was opened in 1923, there was said to be a faint scent of lavender that could still be detected after 3,000 years. The Romans used lavender oil for bathing, cooking and purifying the air. And in the Bible, lavender oil was among the aromatics used for anointing and healing. Benefits are:

Reduce anxiety and emotional stress

Protect against diabetes symptoms

Improve brain function

Help to heal burns and wounds

Improve sleep

Restore skin complexion and reduce acne

Slow aging with powerful antioxidants

Relieve pain

Alleviate headaches

3. Peppermint essential oil- Peppermint is a hybrid species of spearmint and water mint (Mentha aquatica). The essential oils are gathered by CO2 or cold extraction of the fresh aerial parts of the flowering plant. The most active ingredients include menthol (50–60 percent) and menthone (10–30 percent) .Peppermint oil one of the oldest European herbs used for medicinal purposes, other historical accounts date its use to ancient Japanese and Chinese medicine. Benefits are:

Relieve Muscle and Joint Pain

Sinus Care and other Respiratory Benefits

Seasonal Allergy Relief

Increase Energy and Improve Exercise Performance

Alleviate Headaches

Improve IBS Symptoms

Freshen Breath and Support Oral Health

Promote Hair Growth and Reduce Dandruff 

4. Tea Tree Essential oil- Tea tree is a volatile essential oil derived mainly from the Australian native plant Melaleuca alternifolia. It’s been widely used throughout Australia for at least the past 100 years. It’s been documented in numerous medical studies for its ability to kill many strains of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Benefits are:

Fight Acne and Other Skin Conditions

Improve Dry Scalp

Soothe Skin Irritations

Fight Bacterial, Fungal and Viral Infections

Relieve Congestion and Respiratory Tract Infections

Improve Bad Breath

Help Treat Head Lice

5. Grapefruit essential oil - grapefruit essential oil comes from the peel of the fruit, which holds a range of beneficial volatile compounds. The aroma of grapefruit oil is clean, fresh and a little bit bitter, just like the actual fruit itself. It has the signature taste and smell of citrus fruits, which is why many people like to use it in natural household cleaner products and homemade beauty lotions, soaps or cosmetics. Benefits are:

Disinfecting surfaces

Cleansing the body

Reducing depression

Stimulating the immune system

Decreasing fluid retention

Curbing sugar cravings

Helping with weight loss

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Dr. Axe," 101 Essential Oil Uses & Benefits",2018

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