{"id":18760,"date":"2019-08-23T08:00:13","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T14:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/?p=18760"},"modified":"2022-07-08T09:52:02","modified_gmt":"2022-07-08T15:52:02","slug":"36-ways-to-use-a-bottle-of-essential-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/36-ways-to-use-a-bottle-of-essential-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"36 ways to use a bottle of essential oil"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are so many<\/span> creative ways to use all the drops of essential oil in each amber glass oil bottle.<\/strong><\/span> In this post, we want to show you how to use essential oils in ways that benefit your daily routine and hopefully help you discover something new. Check out the essential oil benefits and uses below to see how you can live your best oily life!<\/p>\n

\"Lemon<\/a>1<\/strong>.<\/span> Make your own<\/strong><\/span> perfume roller bottle<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2.<\/strong><\/span> Put 2 drops of Lemon<\/a> or Peppermint<\/a> on a cotton ball and stash it in the bottom of your trash can.<\/p>\n

3.<\/span> Use your favorite aromas<\/span><\/strong>\u2014like Sandalwood<\/a> or Lavender<\/a>\u2014to make a natural lotion bar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4.<\/strong> <\/span>Add Grapefruit to a DIY salt scrub<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5<\/span>.<\/strong> Freshen your laundry by adding 2 drops of Purification\u00ae<\/a> to your liquid or powder detergent before washing a load.<\/p>\n

6.<\/span> Create a cleaning scrub <\/span><\/strong>with 3 drops Lemon<\/a>, \u00bd cup baking soda, and enough water to make a thick paste.<\/p>\n

7.<\/strong><\/span> Make a DIY room refresher by combining 8-10 drops of your favorite essential oil and 1 cup water in a glass spray bottle.<\/p>\n

8.<\/strong><\/span> Create a custom beard oil<\/a> with essential oils such as Bergamot<\/a> and Cedarwood<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Thieves<\/a>9.<\/span> Freshen carpet<\/span><\/strong> by mixing 5 drops of Thieves\u00ae<\/a> with \u00bd cup baking soda. Sprinkle the mixture on your carpets, let sit for 10 minutes, and vacuum.<\/p>\n

10.<\/strong><\/span> Use Copaiba<\/a> and PanAway\u00ae<\/a> with warm water and Epsom salt for a relaxing foot soak<\/a>.<\/p>\n

11.<\/strong><\/span> Get mermaid hair with a homemade spray or serum<\/a> infused with essential oils.<\/p>\n

12.<\/strong><\/span> Remove the residue left over from sticky labels.<\/strong><\/span>Simply rub a few drops of Lemon<\/a> into the residue until it dissolves and then wipe with a rag.<\/p>\n

13.<\/strong><\/span> Add 4 drops of Cedarwood<\/a> to your shampoo or conditioner bottle for shinier-looking hair.<\/p>\n

14.<\/strong><\/span> Make Thieves\u00ae cleaning fizzies<\/a> to easily clean the tub, sink, or toilet.<\/p>\n

15.<\/strong><\/span> Add a fun, fresh scent to your homemade playdough<\/strong><\/span> or slime with essential oils such as Tangerine<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Ylang<\/a>16.<\/strong><\/span> Draw a steamy bath and add 2 drops of Eucalyptus Radiata<\/a> and 4 drops of Ylang Ylang<\/a> for a relaxing reward after a long day.<\/p>\n

17.<\/strong><\/span> Combine \u00bd cup water, \u00bd cup vinegar, and 5 drops Lemon in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture for 3-5 minutes and wipe away any stuck-on grime.<\/p>\n

18.<\/strong><\/span> Craft DIY bath crayons<\/a> to add extra fun to the kids\u2019 tub time<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

19.<\/strong><\/span> Add a dash of instant flavor with a drop of Oregano Vitality\u2122<\/a> or Basil Vitality\u2122<\/a> in your homemade pasta sauce.<\/p>\n

20.<\/strong><\/span> Stay fresh by mixing Tea Tree<\/a> and Lemongrass<\/a> and applying as necessary for a natural deodorant.<\/p>\n

21.<\/span> Keep bad dreams at bay <\/span><\/strong>with a magical monster spray<\/a> that kids can use to be brave before bed.<\/p>\n

22.<\/strong> <\/span>Rub 1 drop Manuka<\/a> and 1 drop carrier oil into your cuticles.<\/p>\n

\"Lavender<\/a>23.<\/strong><\/span> Include 5 drops of Lavender<\/a> during the rinse cycle when you wash your sheets. The calming aroma of this favorite essential oil is perfect for drifting off to dreamland.<\/p>\n

24.<\/strong> <\/span>Add a few drops of a clean, fresh essential oil\u2014such as Lemon<\/a> or Purification\u00ae<\/a>\u2014to your toilet paper roll. Whenever someone uses it, the aroma will naturally disperse.<\/p>\n

25.<\/strong><\/span> Enjoy a soothing massage<\/strong><\/span> with 3 drops of Northern Lights Black Spruce<\/a> or Palo Santo<\/a> combined with a palmful of V-6\u2122 Vegetable Oil Complex<\/a>.<\/p>\n

26.<\/strong><\/span> Use 2 drops of Jasmine<\/a> when you apply your daytime moisturizer for the appearance of healthier-looking skin.<\/p>\n

27.<\/strong><\/span> Include 3 drops of Lemon<\/a> with your dishwasher detergent for an aromatic citrus boost.<\/p>\n

28.<\/strong><\/span> Add Geranium<\/a> to your body lotion for an added peaceful, calming aroma.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"Copaiba<\/a>29.<\/strong><\/span> Combine 6 drops essential oil\u2014such as Lavender<\/a> or Copaiba<\/a>\u2014with 1 cup Epsom salt for a soothing bath.<\/p>\n

30.<\/strong><\/span> Make a DIY face mask<\/a> for a night of pampering, relaxation, and fun.<\/p>\n

31.<\/strong><\/span> Get rid of tough stains<\/strong><\/span> with a homemade stain remover stick<\/a>.<\/p>\n

32.<\/strong><\/span> Use a portable diffuser<\/a> with an invigorating scent like Peppermint<\/a> or Citrus Fresh\u2122<\/a> to boost your morning commute or everyday errands.<\/p>\n

33.<\/strong><\/span> Create a natural dry shampoo<\/a> for the moments you\u2019re too rushed\u2014or too tired\u2014to wash your hair.<\/p>\n

34.<\/strong><\/span> Support your weight-management <\/strong><\/span>program by pairing a healthy diet and exercise with 2 drops of Grapefruit Vitality\u2122<\/a> in your water.*<\/p>\n

35.<\/strong><\/span> Treat yourself and your locks to an essential oil-infused DIY hair mask<\/a>.<\/p>\n

36<\/strong>.<\/span> Soak in a relaxing oatmeal-lavender bath<\/a> for a moment of quiet calm.<\/p>\n

\n

Get more insider tips and info with our handy infographic What can you do with a 15-ml bottle of EO?<\/a> and our post Young Living Essential Oils: Value in every drop<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Did we miss one of your essential oil life hacks? <\/span><\/h3>\n

Share your secrets in the comments!<\/span><\/h3>\n

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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