Christmas is upon us and there isn’t a better way to welcome and enjoy the season than with essential oils. Spicy cinnamon, fresh evergreen, juicy citrus … these smells evoke so many warm memories associated with this favorite time of year. And, as an added bonus, essential oils not only smell incredible, but they are packed with health benefits. Here are five of our very favorite oils to use this holiday season. We hope you enjoy them!
Holiday Joy – Created by dōTERRA, especially for the holidays, this festive blend of wild orange, nutmeg, pine needle, cassia, cinnamon bark, and vanilla will help all who enter your home embrace the holiday spirit.
White Fir – The fir tree is the classic Christmas tree (grown with the perfect pyramidal shape and silvery white bark)! This oil, derived from the soft needles of tree, is especially effective at treating respiratory issues, fever and muscular aches. Plus, it smells absolutely amazing. TIP: For those who have artificial trees, drop 10-12 drops of white fir on a pinecone and place inside your tree before guests arrive. It will give it that amazing, fresh Christmas tree scent.
Citrus Bliss – A favorite to use year-round, this beautiful blend of citrus oils combines the powerful essences of wild orange, lemon, grapefruit, mandarin, bergamot, tangerine and clementine with a hint of vanilla. With benefits that extend beyond elevating mood and reducing stress, Citrus Bliss has natural, potent compounds with cleansing properties.
Cinnamon Bark – Widely known as a spice for flavoring food, the essential oil form of cinnamon goes far beyond culinary and aromatic use. Ancient Chinese medicine relied heavily on this oil for use as a tranquilizer, tonic and stomachic. It is also effective for depression and a weak heart. Cinnamon’s cleansing properties, as well as its usefulness with aches and pains, makes it a very versatile oil.
Peppermint – Reminiscent of that red-and-white striped Christmas candy, this essential oil is one of our top sellers. Used for centuries to sooth digestive difficulties, freshen breath and to relieve colic, gas, headaches, heartburn and indigestion, peppermint is invigorating smells delightful.