Description
Essential Oils: Uses & Usage Rates
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Bergamot: Fresh, citrusy scent; uplifts mood; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, bath products, perfumes (avoid sun exposure)
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Bayleaf: Warm, spicy aroma; soothing; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils, soaps
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Camphor: Cooling, refreshing; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils (avoid bath bombs, candles)
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Cassia: Warm, spicy scent; use 0.5–1%; soaps, balms, massage oils
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Cedarwood: Warm, woody aroma; calming; use 1–3%; lotions, soaps, balms, candles
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Clove: Warm, antiseptic; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils, soaps
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Citronella: Fresh, citrusy; natural insect repellent; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, sprays, candles
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Eucalyptus: Refreshing, respiratory support; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, balms, bath bombs, candles
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Fresh Spring: Crisp, clean scent like Irish Spring; use 1–3%; soaps, lotions, bath products, candles, sprays
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Jasmine: Rich floral, skin-nourishing; use 0.5–1%; soaps, lotions, perfumes, bath oils, candles
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Lemon: Bright, uplifting; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, bath bombs, sprays (avoid sun exposure)
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Lavender: Calming, floral; use 1–5%; soaps, lotions, bath bombs, candles, perfumes
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Lemongrass: Fresh, citrusy; insect repellent; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, bath bombs, sprays
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Lily of the Valley: Delicate floral; use 0.5–1%; soaps, lotions, perfumes, candles
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Marjoram: Warm, soothing; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils, lotions
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Mint (Wintergreen): Minty, pain relief; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils (avoid bath/lip products)
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Nutmeg: Warm, spicy; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils, soaps
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Patchouli: Earthy, grounding; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, perfumes, candles
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Rosemary: Fresh, herbal; circulation support; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, shampoos, balms
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Tea Tree: Antimicrobial; use 1–5%; soaps, lotions, balms, acne treatments
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Vanilla: Sweet, comforting; use 0.5–2%; soaps, lotions, perfumes, candles
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Wintergreen: Minty, natural pain relief; use 0.5–1%; balms, massage oils (use cautiously)
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Aniseed: Sweet, spicy; use 0.5–1%; soaps, lotions, perfumes
