Basil is commonly used in cooking to add a fresh, herbal flavor to meats, pastas, and entrée dishes.  Besides the beautiful tastes in food, Basil has some amazing healing properties.

Rosemary has been loved and used throughout history.  It has long been revered by healers and considered sacred by the ancient Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Hebrew cultures.  Like most herbs, Rosemary has an amazing ability to boost the immune system and protect us against environmental threats.  Today,  Rosemary is used to support healthy digestion,* muscles, skin, hair and internal organ function.*

Douglas Fir has a unique chemical composition that’s particularly rich in beta-pinene, contributing to its ability to promote feelings of clear airways. Douglas Fir can also be used to purify the skin and promote a positive mood. Blending Douglas Fir with citrus oils will create an uplifting environment while freshening the air.

dōTERRA’s Clove oil is special.  Clove oil is steam distilled from the bud.  On this page, I’m going to refer to Clove Bud essential oil as just Clove oil.  I just want you to remember that it is different — the essential oil I’m talking about here comes from clove bud.

Derived from the branches of the tall evergreen tree, Cypress essential oil has a fresh, clean aroma that’s energizing and refreshing. Cypress is frequently used in spas and by massage therapists. Cypress can be diffused or inhaled directly, but should not be swallowed or taken internally.  Cypress contains monoterpenes, making it beneficial for oily skin conditions.

In the world of essential oil, Coriander isn’t Cilantro!  Many people use it interchangeably because it is the same plant.  Coriander oil is distilled from the coriander seed.  Cilantro is distilled from the leaves. Coriander is a circulatory stimulant and encourages the release of toxins from the body, thereby improving conditions such as inflammatory concerns in the muscles, bones, digestive, gut, or lymph systems.  Think of Coriander as a wonderful cleaner inside your body.  It clears junk and debris so your body functions properly.  Your cell receptors need to be clean so that the cells can communicate optimally.

Helichrysum oil is has a strong floral scent.  It comes for beautiful clusters of wild yellow flowers.  This oil is very sort after for its inflammation support and blood regulating abilities.  This oil is a must have for every family.  It is one of those oils that can support nearly every body system!  It is great for digestion, cleansing organs, protecting cellular functions, and assists with blood pressure and circulation.

dōTERRA Lime oil is lime colored because it is cold pressed from the peel to preserve the furocoumarins. Furocoumarins are organic chemical compounds produced by plants as a defense mechanism against various types of predators ranging from insects to mammals.

Melaleuca essential Oil is now named Tea Tree essential oil.

Melaleuca or ‘Tea Tree’ essential oil has been used for centuries among the Aborigines of Australia for all sorts of traditional medicinal needs.  Melaleuca essential oil has over 92 different compounds and limitless applications.

I use Juniper Berry oil nearly everyday.  I keep it on my bedside.  As humans, we naturally tend to worry and fear.  Think of all the many great things to worry about in this world!  LOL.  We don’t want to fear because it is not FAITH.  We can’t have fear and faith at the same time.  It will cancel out and you’ll be stuck in frustration.  Life doesn’t have to be this difficult, it can be a little bit easier when we learn to use the right tools to overcome our fears.   Juniper Berry is the Oil of the Night!

Clary Sage is a wonderful name for this plant and what it does for us.  It has been popular and used in many cultures to help with clarity and vision.  Clary Sage invites in wisdom of the ages.

Cedarwood is a very gentle yet powerful oil.  Its soft woody smell is pleasant and subtle.  Cedarwood oil is a thick oil.  It is best added to lotions and carrier oils and used as an all over moisturizer.  I use it on my face for the occasional blemishes.  I use also on my children for brain connections, learning and memory.  This is a great oil for everyone!

Patchouli is the body oil.  Experience more pleasure in the body with Patchouli.  When you are in your mind too much (when you are trenching), Patchouli oil helps balance your energy by helping you remember to give some attention back to your body.