Cold season is here!
As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s time to start thinking about how to keep your family healthy during cold season. One way to take care of our health and to boost our immunity is by using essential oils. Essential oils are concentrated liquids that are extracted from plants. They have a wide range of uses, including aromatherapy, massage, and natural cleaning products.
Essential oils used in aromatherapy requires a diffuser, which disperses the oil into the air and can help kill germs and bacteria. They can also be used topically, by diluting them with a carrier oil and applying them to the skin for massage to ease up tensed muscles. And as cleaning products, to ward off bacteria in surfaces. Essential oils have cleaning power effective for killing bacteria.
There are a few different essential oils that are particularly helpful during cold season. Some of these include eucalyptus, peppermint, rosemary, and tea tree oil. Each of these oils has different properties that can help relieve symptoms of colds and flu.
Here is a cold season essential oil blend that can help keep you healthy all winter long!
Introducing the Breathe Easy Essential Oil Blend
Breathe Easy Essential Oil Blend was created to help soothe and comfort during cold and flu season. This blend contains Lemongrass, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Sweet Orange, Peppermint and Tea Tree essential oils, which are all known for their ability to help clear congestion and promote easy breathing. Simply add a few drops of this oil blend to your diffuser or vaporizer, and breathe in the refreshing, invigorating scent. You can also add a few drops to a bowl of steaming water, place a towel over your head, and inhale the vapors for even deeper relief.
Breathe Easy Oil Blend
What's in the blend: Lemongrass, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Sweet Orange, Peppermint and Tea Tree
Each of these essential oils has unique properties that can help relieve symptoms of colds and flu.
- Tea Tree Oil is a powerful antibacterial and antifungal essential oil that can help to fight off infection and keep you healthy.
- Peppermint oil is an essential oil that has a number of benefits. It can be used to help relieve cold symptoms, improve mental clarity and focus, and even relieve pain. Peppermint oil is also relatively easy to find and relatively affordable, making it a great option for those looking for an essential oil to try.
- Eucalyptus oil is known for its ability to clear congestion and ease breathing.
- Lemongrass oil is an excellent essential oil to have on hand during cold season. This versatile oil can be used in a diffuser, in a massage blend, or even diluted and applied topically. It has a refreshing, citrusy scent that can help boost your mood and energy levels when diffused. When used in a massage blend, lemongrass oil can help relieve muscle aches and tension. It can also be diluted and applied topically to the chest or back to help clear congestion. So stock up on lemongrass oil before cold season hits, and rest assured knowing you have an excellent natural remedy at your fingertips!
- Lavender oil is an essential oil that has a wide variety of uses. It can be used to relax the body and mind, relieve pain, and improve sleep. Lavender oil is also effective in treating colds and coughs.
- Sweet orange oil is high in Vitamin C, which is essential for a strong immune system. It also has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. When used in a diffuser, sweet orange oil can help purify the air and prevent the spread of germs.
How to Use: Diffuser and Massage
You can use the same essential oil in multiple ways: topically (on the skin) and aromatically (inhaling). Here’s a guide on how to use each method:
This recommendation is not intended for use with babies or immune compromised person.
Diffuser:
Add 3-4 drops of essential oil per 100 mL of water to a diffuser. Place the diffuser in your desired location and let it run for 15 to 30 minutes.
This recommendation is not intended for use with babies or immune compromised person.
Massage:
Mix essential oil with a carrier oil such as jojoba or coconut oil. Apply the mixture to your chest, back, or bottom of feet and massage into the skin. Please follow our dilution recommendations:
Lemongrass: 0.7%
Lavender: 2-5%
Eucalyptus Globulus: 2-5%
Sweet Orange: 2-5%
Peppermint: maximum of 5%
Tea Tree: 2-5%
Benefits: Decongestant, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory
During cold season, it is essential to have a decongestant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory on hand. Eucalyptus oil is a powerful decongestant that can help clear the sinuses and relieve congestion. Tea tree oil is an effective antibacterial that can help fight off infection. Peppermint oil is an excellent anti-inflammatory that can help soothe sore throats and reduce inflammation.
Carry it with you Everywhere
One of our favorite ways to use essential oils is with roll on bottles. They are so convenient and easy to use, you can literally take them anywhere with you. They are perfect for traveling, if you have a little one at home, or if you just want to keep your oils with you at all times. We love these glass bottles with roller ball tops, but you can also find them in metal or plastic. We also like to carry a small bottle of our favorite spray in our purse for when we need it most.
The Takeaways: Try Breathe Easy blend and Be Cold season ready
When cold season hits, we all look for ways to ease our symptoms. One way to do that is with essential oils. This cold season, essential oil blend can help you feel better fast.
The blend includes eucalyptus, peppermint, and rosemary essential oils. All of these oils have properties that can help ease cold symptoms.
To use this blend, add a few drops of each oil to a diffuser or inhaler and breathe in the vapors. You can also add the oils to a carrier oil and apply them to your chest and back. The scent will help you breathe easier and the warmth will soothe your muscles.
If you’re someone who tends to get sick often during the winter months, try using Breathe Easy Essential Oil Blend as part of your wellness routine.
