doTerra Essential Oils
Products of doTERRA
Essential Oils (Single Oils)
These products are made up of a single oil.
Basil
Primary Benefits: Cooling Agent for the skin, Promotes mental alertness and lessens anxious feelings
Aroma: Warm, Spicy, Herbal
Description:
- Has a warm, spicy, yet herbal aroma known to reduce anxious feelings.
- Provides great benefits to both the mind and body due to its high linalool content, making it an ideal application to help reduce feelings of tension when applied to the temples and back of the neck.
Usages:
- Diffuse to promote a sense of focus while studying or reading.
- Massage with Wintergreen and carrier oil on the back of the neck for a stress-relieving and a relaxing experience.
- Apply a few drops to your skin after a day playing sports to relax your body. Basil oil acts as a powerful cooling agent for the skin and can bring a sense of relief when you need it most.
- Apply directly on your bug bites to soothe skin.
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Cinnamon Bark
Primary Benefits: Promotes a healthy immune system
Aroma: Spicy, Woody, Warm
Description:
- Derived from a tropical, evergreen tree that has highly fragrant bark, leaves, and flowers.
- Contains strong cleansing and immune support properties.
- Due to its high content of cinnamaldehyde, Cinnamon should be diluted with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil when applied to the skin.
- During cold weather, dilute Cinnamon Bark essential oil with Fractionated Coconut Oil and use during a massage to warm sore and tender areas.
- Contains powerful properties that can help create a warming sensation while also emitting its sweet and spicy aroma.
- Frequently used in mouth rinses, as it can help to maintain clean, healthy looking teeth.
Usages:
- Put 2–3 drops in a spray bottle for a quick and effective cleaning spray.
- Add one drop to two ounces of water and gargle for an effective mouth rinse.
- Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil and create a warming massage for cold, achy joints during cold weather.
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Coriander
Primary Benefits: Helps Maintain Clear Complexion, Promotes Relaxation
Aroma: Green, Floral, Herbaceous
Description:
- An annual herb that grows three feet high and is very aromatic.
- Has a high linalool content which helps the skin maintain a clear complexion.
- Sweet, herbaceous aroma is both relaxing and stimulating, making it a good rotation oil to use in blends to add a fresh, herbaceous note.
- Can be used as a surface cleanser
Usages:
- Apply to the back of the neck or bottom of feet to promote relaxation.
- After a short workout, apply to legs for a soothing massage.
- Add to facial cleanser to maintain a clear complexion, or to improve oily skin.
- Add three drops of Coriander with two drops of Peppermint (essential oil), and two drops of doTERRA Balance in a diffuser for a calming and uplifting aroma.
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Cypress
Primary Benefits: Promotes Vitality & Energy, Improve Appearance of oily skin, Invigorates the senses
Aroma: Clear, Fresh, Woody, Herbaceous
Description:
- Fresh, clean aroma that’s energizing and refreshing.
- Frequently used in spas and by massage therapists.
- Can be diffused or inhaled directly, but should not be swallowed or taken internally.
- Contains monoterpenes, making it beneficial for oily skin conditions.
- Grounding, yet stimulating effect on the emotions, making it a popular oil to diffuse during times of transition or loss.
Usages:
- Prior to a long run, apply to feet and legs for an energizing boost.
- Apply two to three drops to the chest to promote vitality and energy.
- Diffuse with Lime essential oil for an invigorating scent.
- Mix together Cypress and Grapefruit essential oil with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil for an invigorating massage.
- Add one to two drops to toner to help improve the appearance of oily skin.
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Eucalyptus
Primary Benefits: Helps clear the mind, Promotes feelings of relaxation, Promotes feelings of clear breathing, Freshen breath and promotes oral health, Cleansing and purifying properties for the skin and surfaces.
Aroma: Camphoraceous, Airy
Description:
- Tall, evergreen trees that grow up to 50 feet in height and are sometimes referred to as Gum Trees.
- Offers many topical and aromatic benefits as the main chemical. The main chemical components of Eucalyptus radiata are eucalyptol and alpha-terpineol, making it an ideal oil to promote feelings of clear breathing and open airways and for creating a soothing massage experience.
- Purifying properties that can be beneficial for the skin and for cleansing surfaces and the air.
- Effective in helping lessen tension.
- Can be found in mouth rinses to freshen breath and promote oral health.
Uses:
- Combine with Lemon and Peppermint (essential oils) in a spray bottle and use it to wipe down surfaces in your kitchen or bathroom.
- Add one drop to moisturizer and apply to skin for revitalizing benefits.
- While showering, place a few drops in the hands, over the nose, and inhale deeply to invigorate and promote vitality.
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Fennel
Primary Benefits: Promotes healthy digestion (when consumed), Calming and Invigorating, May help promote healthy metabolic function circulation (when taken internally)
Aroma: Licorice, Sweet, Honey
Description:
- Can grow up to six feet in height and has delicate, feathery leaves.
- Best known for its distinct licorice aroma and taste, yet its ability to promote healthy digestion is equally noteworthy.
- Can be added to water as a satisfying alternative to sweets.
- May also promote healthy metabolic function, and circulation.
Uses:
- Add a drop in water or tea when craving sweets.
- Add one to two drops in a veggie capsule to promote digestion.
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Frankincense
Primary Benefits: Promotes feelings of relaxation, Reduces the appearance of skin imperfections, Supports a healthy immune system, Helps dispel negative feelings, Helps hydrate and rejuvenate the skin.
Aroma: Warm, Spicy, Clean
Description:
- Soothing and beautifying properties are used to rejuvenate skin and reduce the appearance of imperfections.
- Promotes feelings of peace, relaxation, satisfaction, and overall wellness when inhaled or diffused.
Uses:
- Rub on your hands after a long day of gardening for a warming and soothing effect.
- Reduces the appearance of skin imperfections.
- Can be applied to the bottoms of feet to promote feelings of relaxation and to balance mood.
- Inhale or diffuse to promote satisfaction, peace, relaxation and even feelings of overall wellness to your morning routine.
- Renewing effects when applied topically.
- Rejuvenates and hydrates the skin when added to skincare routine.
- Maintains healthy looking fingernails when applied to nails.
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Grapefruit
Primary Benefits: Improves the appearance of blemishes for clearer, healthy-looking skin, Promotes sense of focus and increases motivation while studying or reading, Uplifts and energizes
Aroma: Citrus, Floral, Fruity
Description:
- Helps uplift mood and provides a clarifying effect to the mind.
- Renowned for its cleansing and purifying properties and is frequently used in skin care for its ability to promote the appearance of clear, healthy-looking skin.
Uses:
- Add to your teenager’s facial routine to improve the appearance of blemishes (avoid sun exposure).
- Diffuse while dieting or trying to lose weight to increase motivation.
- Known for its energizing and invigorating aroma, Grapefruit helps uplift mood.
- Massage with Grapefruit essential oil to promote feelings of vitality and uplift mood.
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Lavender
Primary Benefits: Soothes occasional skin irritations, Promotes relaxation and peaceful sleep (when taken internally), Relaxing Aroma
Aroma: Powdery, Floral, Light
Description:
- Calming and relaxing qualities when taken internally
- Reduce the appearance of skin imperfections when applied topically
Uses:
- Add a few drops to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet at bedtime to feel relaxed and prepare for a restful night’s sleep.
- Soothes occasional skin irritations.
- Freshen your linen closet, mattress, car, or the air by combining Lavender with water in a spray bottle.
- Take it internally to promote relaxation.
- Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods, and desserts.
- Add to bath water to soak away stress or apply to the temples and the back of the neck.
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Lemon
Primary Benefits: Cleanses and purifies the air and surfaces, Cleanses the body and aids in digestion (when used internally), Supports healthy respiratory function (when used internally), Uplifting, positive aroma.
Aroma: Clean, Fresh, Citrus, Bright
Description:
- Powerful cleansing agent that purifies the air and surfaces, and can be used as a non-toxic cleaner throughout the home.
- Provides a refreshing and healthy boost throughout the day when added to water
- Frequently added to food to enhance the flavor of desserts and main dishes.
- Provides cleansing and digestive benefits and supports healthy respiratory function when taken internally
- Very uplifting and energizing and has been shown to help improve mood when diffused
Uses:
- Take internally to assist with seasonal respiratory discomfort.
- Add Lemon oil to a spray bottle of water to clean tables, counter tops, and other surfaces. Lemon oil also makes a great furniture polish; simply add a few drops to olive oil to clean, protect, and shine wood finishes.
- Use a cloth soaked in Lemon oil to preserve and protect your leather furniture and other leather surfaces or garments.
- Lemon oil is a great remedy for the early stages of tarnish on silver and other metals.
- Diffuse to create an uplifting environment.
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Lemongrass
Primary Benefits: Combine with a carrier oil for soothing massage, Promotes positive outlook and heightens awareness, Useful for naturally repelling insects.
Aroma: Citrus, Herbaceous, Smoky
Description:
- Purifying and toning to the skin, and is frequently used in skin care products for these benefits.
- An ideal oil to use in massage therapy. Lemongrass has a pungent, herbaceous aroma that can heighten awareness and promote a positive outlook.
Uses:
- Add a few drops to your daily cleanser or moisturizer to help tone and purify skin.
- Combine with Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply for a massage after a hard workout.
- Rub or spritz on skin before going outside for a natural bug repellent.
- Diffuse to keep away mosquitoes and bugs.
- Diffuse to overpower feelings of nervousness and eliminate mental fatigue.
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Lime
Primary Benefits: Positively affects mood with stimulating and refreshing properties, Used as an aromatic and topical cleanser, Promotes emotional balance and well-being, Helps to purify the skin and hair.
Aroma: Citrus, Tart, Sweet
Description:
- Refreshing and energizing in aroma.
- Frequently used in entrées and beverages for their fresh, citrus flavor.
- Can be diffused to help purify the air due to its high limonene content
- Effective and natural surface cleaner.
- Able to uplift, balance, and energize.
- Frequently used in facial and body cleansers for its purifying properties and uplifting scent.
Uses:
- Diffuse to cleanse the air and lift your mood.
- Put some on a cotton pad and use it to help remove grease spots and sticker residue.
- Add 1 drop to your facial cleanser or shampoo for added cleansing properties.
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Litsea
Primary Benefits: Refreshing and uplifting aroma (when diffused), Gives a fresh aroma when added to your homemade surface cleanser, Used in aromatherapy and meditation for balance and inspiration, Diffuse while working or exercising to bring fresh energy and stimulation.
Aroma: Clean, Fresh, Sweet
Description:
- Has many surface cleansing properties, due to its high content of geranial and neral.
- Can promote feelings of fresh energy to your day when diffused.
Uses:
- Diffuse or apply one to two drops to a scarf or shawl to promote feelings of balance throughout the day.
- Create your own blend by combining with complimentary oils such as Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Rose, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Geranium, Vetiver, or Fennel.
- Diffuse during meditation to help clear your mind and rejuvenate energy
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Oregano
Primary Benefits: Powerful cleansing and purifying agent (when used on surface),
Supports a healthy immune system, healthy digestion, and respiratory function (when used internally)
Aroma: Herbaceous, Sharp, Green, Camphoraceous
Description:
- One of the most potent and powerful essential oils and has been used for centuries in traditional practices.
- Due to its high phenol content, caution should be taken when inhaling or diffusing; only one to two drops is needed.
- Should be diluted with a carrier oil when applied to the skin.
- Helps support healthy digestion and respiratory function when taken internally.
- Aroma acts as an enhancer and equalizer in essential oil blends.
Uses:
- Take one drop in a veggie cap or 120ml of liquid daily to maintain healthy immune function.
- Add one to two drops to a veggie capsule to support healthy respiratory function.
- Put one drop in place of dried oregano in spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, or on a roast.
- Put 10 drops in a 16-ounce spray bottle with water for a surface cleaner.
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Peppermint
Primary Benefits: Promotes healthy respiratory function and clear breathing (when ingested), Promotes digestive health (when taken internally), Repels bugs naturally.
Aroma: Minty, Fresh, Herbaceous
Description:
- Frequently used in toothpaste and chewing gum for oral hygiene
- Also helps alleviate occasional stomach upset and promotes healthy respiratory function when taken internally.
- Continues to be one of the bestselling favorites among doTERRA essential oils.
Uses:
- Use a drop of Peppermint with Lemon in water for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse.
- Take one to two drops in a Veggie Capsule to help alleviate occasional stomach upset.
- Add a drop to your favorite smoothie recipe for a refreshing twist.
- Place one drop in the palm of hand with one drop Wild Orange and one drop Frankincense and inhale for a midday pick-me-up.
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Petitgrain
Primary Benefits: Delivers calming and relaxing benefits to ease feelings of tension and stress, May support healthy immune function, May help promote a restful sleep.
Aroma: Fresh, Floral, Slightly Herbaceous
Description:
- Derived from the bitter orange tree, which has a long history of use in traditional health practices.
- Used for cleaning purposes historically.
- Widely used in the perfume industry, giving body sprays, fragrances, lotions, and colognes a fresh, herbaceous note that is popular among both women and men.
Uses:
- Diffuse for a calming and relaxing aroma. Blends well with other citrus oils, Cassia, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Geranium, and Lemongrass.
- Before going to bed, add a few drops of Petitgrain along with Lavender or Bergamot (essential oils) to pillows and bedding for an incredibly restful night's sleep.
- For a relaxing foot massage, combine a few drops with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil and rub on the bottom of your feet.
- Add a few drops to Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply to help reduce the appearance of skin imperfections.
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Rosemary
Primary Benefits: Soothe skin and scalp, Naturally repels insects, May help to improve memory, Helps reduce nervous tension and occasional fatigue.
Aroma: Camphoraceous, Herbaceous
Description:
- An aromatic, evergreen shrub whose leaves are frequently used to flavor foods such as stuffings, pork, roast lamb, chicken, and turkey.
- Has many benefits, along with its culinary applications.
- Herbaceous and energizing scent is frequently used in aromatherapy.
Uses:
- Diffuse while studying to maintain concentration.
- Combine with Epsom salts and Frankincense (essential oil) for a rejuvenating bath experience.
- Blend with Wintergreen and doTERRA lotion for a soothing massage experience.
- Apply to the scalp and massage for an abundant looking head of hair.
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Tea Tree
Primary Benefits: Cleansing and rejuvenating effect on the skin, Promotes healthy immune function, Protects against environmental and seasonal threats.
Aroma: Herbaceous, green, leathery
Description:
- Best known for its purifying properties.
- Can be used to cleanse and purify the skin and nails and to support a healthy complexion.
- Can be used on surfaces throughout the home to protect against environmental threats.
- Frequently used on occasional skin irritations to soothe the skin.
- Will help purify and freshen the air when diffused.
Uses:
- For occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops onto the affected area.
- Combine 1–2 drops with your facial cleanser for added cleansing properties, or apply to skin after shaving.
- Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy.
- Add a few drops to a spray bottle with water and use it on surfaces to protect against environmental threats.
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Wild Orange
Primary Benefits: Powerful cleanser and purifying agent, Internal use supports healthy immune function, Creates an uplifting environment.
Aroma: Sweet, Fresh, Citrus
Description:
- One of doTERRA’s top selling essential oils due to its energizing aroma and multiple health benefits.
- Possesses stimulating and purifying qualities, making it ideal to support healthy immune system function when used internally.
- Can be taken daily to cleanse the body or used on surfaces as a natural cleaner.
- Will energize and uplift the mind and body while purifying the air. (when diffused)
- Enhances any essential oil blend with a fresh, sweet, refreshing aroma.
Uses:
- Use in an all-purpose spray to cleanse and purify surfaces.
- Add a drop to your water every day for a burst of flavor and to promote overall health.
- Diffuse to uplift mood and energy levels and to freshen the air.
For an energizing boost, dispense one to two drops in the palm of your hand along with equal parts Peppermint and Frankincense. Rub palms together and inhale deeply from palms, then rub on the back of neck.
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Wintergreen
Primary Benefits: Great for a warming soothing massage after exercise, Refreshing aroma that’s uplifting and stimulating, Frequently used in gum, candy, and toothpaste for flavoring
Aroma: Sweet, Minty, Refreshing
Description:
- Derived from the leaves of a creeping shrub found in coniferous areas.
- Its main component, methyl salicylate, is used in topical creams and massage blends because of its soothing properties.
- Small amounts are used in candies, toothpaste, and chewing gum as a flavouring.
- Has a refreshing aroma that’s uplifting and stimulating when diffused.
Uses:
- Wintergreen oil has a warming effect when applied to skin and is excellent to use as a soothing massage. Use sparingly and dilute with Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
For a soothing bath, add 1–2 drops of Wintergreen essential oil to warm bath water.
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