what are essential oils?
Nature's Medicine.
Essential oils are the aromatic volatile liquids found within shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, resins, and seeds. These oils contain unique, therapeutic-grade constituents*. Oils can be used by inhalation, topical application, or internal consumption.
Plants not only play a vital role in the ecological balance of our planet, but they have also been intimately linked to the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of mankind since the beginning of time. One of the factors that determine the purity and therapeutic value of an oil is its chemical constituents. These constituents can be affected by a vast number of variables including: the part(s) of the plant from which the oil was produced, soil condition, fertilizer (organic or chemical), geographical region, climate, altitude, harvest season and methods, and distillation process. For example, common thyme, or thyme vulgaris, produces several different chemotypes (biochemical specifics or simple species) depending on the conditions of its growth, climate, and altitude. One will produce high levels of thymol depending on the time of year it is distilled. If distilled during mid-summer or late fall, there can be higher levels of carvacrol which can cause the oil to be more caustic or irritating to the skin. Low pressure and low temperature are also keys to maintaining the purity, the ultimate fragrance, and the therapeutic value of the oil.
In addition to medicinal properties, essential oils provide exquisite fragrances to help balance mood, lift spirits, dispel negative emotions, and create desired atmospheres (energetic, romantic, creative, motivated, etc.). Primarily extracted through careful steam distillation but also through cold pressing, the purest essential oils are far more powerful than the botanicals from which they were extracted. Any time you hold a bottle of our powerful essential oils, you are holding nature's pure essence.
The Science of Smell
Essential oils are made up of a large array of chemical components that consist of the secondary metabolites found in various plant materials. The major chemical components of essential oils include terpenes, esters, aldehydes, ketones, alcohols, phenols, and oxides, which are volatile and may produce characteristic odors. Different types of oils contain varying amounts of each of these compounds, which are said to give each oil its particular fragrance and therapeuticcharacteristics. Different varieties of the same species may have different chemotypes (different chemical composition of the same plant species as a result of different harvesting methods or locations) and thus different types of effects.
A large body of literature has been published on the effects of odors on the human brain and emotions. Some studies have tested the effects of essential oils on mood, alertness, and mental stress in healthy subjects. Such studies have consistently shown that odors can produce specific effects on human neuropsychological and autonomic function and that odors can influence mood, perceived health, and arousal. These studies suggest that odors may have therapeutic applications in the context of stressful and adverse psychological conditions. Published articles have described the use of aromatherapy in specific hospital settings such as cancer wards, hospices, and other areas where patients are critically ill and require palliative care for pain, nausea, lymphedema, generalized stress, anxiety, and depression. These observational studies provide examples of the clinical uses of aromatherapy (and other CAM modalities), though they are generally not evidence-based. Subjects have included hospitalized children with HIV, homebound patients with terminal disease, and hospitalized patients with leukemia. Aromatherapy has also been used to reduce malodor of necrotic ulcers in cancer patients.*
Essential oils are the aromatic volatile liquids found within shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, resins, and seeds. These oils contain unique, therapeutic-grade constituents*. Oils can be used by inhalation, topical application, or internal consumption.
Plants not only play a vital role in the ecological balance of our planet, but they have also been intimately linked to the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of mankind since the beginning of time. One of the factors that determine the purity and therapeutic value of an oil is its chemical constituents. These constituents can be affected by a vast number of variables including: the part(s) of the plant from which the oil was produced, soil condition, fertilizer (organic or chemical), geographical region, climate, altitude, harvest season and methods, and distillation process. For example, common thyme, or thyme vulgaris, produces several different chemotypes (biochemical specifics or simple species) depending on the conditions of its growth, climate, and altitude. One will produce high levels of thymol depending on the time of year it is distilled. If distilled during mid-summer or late fall, there can be higher levels of carvacrol which can cause the oil to be more caustic or irritating to the skin. Low pressure and low temperature are also keys to maintaining the purity, the ultimate fragrance, and the therapeutic value of the oil.
In addition to medicinal properties, essential oils provide exquisite fragrances to help balance mood, lift spirits, dispel negative emotions, and create desired atmospheres (energetic, romantic, creative, motivated, etc.). Primarily extracted through careful steam distillation but also through cold pressing, the purest essential oils are far more powerful than the botanicals from which they were extracted. Any time you hold a bottle of our powerful essential oils, you are holding nature's pure essence.
The Science of Smell
Essential oils are made up of a large array of chemical components that consist of the secondary metabolites found in various plant materials. The major chemical components of essential oils include terpenes, esters, aldehydes, ketones, alcohols, phenols, and oxides, which are volatile and may produce characteristic odors. Different types of oils contain varying amounts of each of these compounds, which are said to give each oil its particular fragrance and therapeuticcharacteristics. Different varieties of the same species may have different chemotypes (different chemical composition of the same plant species as a result of different harvesting methods or locations) and thus different types of effects.
A large body of literature has been published on the effects of odors on the human brain and emotions. Some studies have tested the effects of essential oils on mood, alertness, and mental stress in healthy subjects. Such studies have consistently shown that odors can produce specific effects on human neuropsychological and autonomic function and that odors can influence mood, perceived health, and arousal. These studies suggest that odors may have therapeutic applications in the context of stressful and adverse psychological conditions. Published articles have described the use of aromatherapy in specific hospital settings such as cancer wards, hospices, and other areas where patients are critically ill and require palliative care for pain, nausea, lymphedema, generalized stress, anxiety, and depression. These observational studies provide examples of the clinical uses of aromatherapy (and other CAM modalities), though they are generally not evidence-based. Subjects have included hospitalized children with HIV, homebound patients with terminal disease, and hospitalized patients with leukemia. Aromatherapy has also been used to reduce malodor of necrotic ulcers in cancer patients.*
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What benefits do pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils provide?
Producing the purest of oils can be very costly because it may require several hundred pounds, or even several thousand pounds of plant material to extract one pound of pure essential oil. For example, one pound of pure melissa oil sells for $9,000-$15,000. Although this sounds quite expensive, one must realize that three tons of plant material are required to produce that single pound of oil. Because the vast majority of all oils produced in the world today are used by the perfume industry, the oils are being purchased for their aromatic qualities only. High pressure, high temperatures, rapid processing and the use of chemical solvents are often employed during the distillation process so that a greater quantity of oil can be produced at a faster rate. |
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While some of these 'cheaper' oils may smell pretty good, they will lack most, if not all, of the chemical constituents necessary to produce the expected therapeutic results.
Clinically Documented Actions of Essential Oils:
How long have essential oils been around?
Essential oil use dates back to the earliest recorded human history. It is a natural technology that had been nearly forgotten in our rush to adopt pharmaceutical companies and their products. Along with the reemergence of things such as the Paleo diet, the use of EO's is a renaissance of health & wellness that our ancestors instinctual understood, but were at the risk of becoming extinct in our modern world. Thankfully, they were forgotten but not lost.
Essential oils were mankind's first medicine. From Egyptian hieroglyphics and Chinese manuscripts, we know that priests and physicians have been using essential oils for thousands of years. In Egypt, essential oils were used in the embalming process and well preserved oils were found in alabaster jars in King Tut's tomb. Egyptian temples were dedicated to the production and blending of the oils and recipes were recorded on the walls in hieroglyphics. There is even a sacred room in the temple of Isis on the island of Philae where a ritual called "Cleansing the Flesh and Blood of Evil Deities" was practiced. This form of emotional clearing required three days of cleansing using particular essential oils and oil baths.
There are 188 references to essential oils in the Bible. Oils such as frankincense, myrrh, rosemary, hyssop, and spikenard were used for anointing and healing the sick. In Exodus, the Lord gave a recipe to Moses for "an holy anointing oil,' including cinnamon, myrrh, and cassia.
The three wise men presented the Christ child with essential oils of frankincense and myrrh. There are also accounts in the New Testament of the Bible where Jesus was anointed with spikenard oil; "And being in Bethany in the house of Simon the leper, as he sat at meat, there came a woman having an alabaster box of ointment of spikenard very precious; and she brake the box and poured [it] on his head" (Mark 14:3). "Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair: and the house was filled with the odour of the ointment" (John 12:3).
Essential oils are a vital part of the history of mankind's search for wellness and healing in the natural world. Modern pharmaceuticals base many of their compositions on the base elements found in essential oils. The use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes was nearly all but lost with the advent and rise of Western medical practice. Thankfully we have seen a resurgence in the use of oils and a vast increase in the knowledge and scientific study of the efficacy of these natural wonders. Combined with proper use of allopathic medicine, essential oils may be the key to true wellness.
Read our BLOG post on Weird Science: Essential Oil Constituents to find out in detail what these amazing oils are really made of!
The EO "bible" - Detailed scientific descriptions of every oil, its chemical make-up, its uses, and any warnings. Search by oil name, or by specific ailment. Everything from breast cancer, depression, and hair loss is discussed and how oils may support your wellbeing: https://www.discoverlsp.com/7th-edition-essential-oil-pocket-reference.html
Clinically Documented Actions of Essential Oils:
- Essential oils are the regenerating, oxygenating, and immune defense properties of plants.
- Some essential oil constituents are so small in molecular size that they can quickly penetrate the tissues of the skin.
- Essential oils are lipid soluble and are capable of penetrating cell walls, even if they have hardened because of an oxygen deficiency. In fact, essential oils can affect every cell of the body within 20 minutes and are then metabolized like other nutrients.
- Essential oils contain oxygen molecules which help to transport nutrients to the starving human cells. Because a nutritional deficiency is an oxygen deficiency, disease begins when the cells lack the oxygen for proper nutrient assimilation. By providing the needed oxygen, essential oils also work to stimulate the immune system.
- Essential oils are very powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants create an unfriendly environment for free radicals. They prevent all mutations, work as free radical scavengers, prevent fungus, and prevent oxidation in the cells.
- Essential oils are anti-bacterial, anti-cancerous, anti-fungal, anti-infectious, anti-microbial, anti-tumoral, anti-parasitic, anti-viral, and antiseptic. Essential oils have been shown to destroy all tested bacteria and viruses while simultaneously restoring balance to the body.
- Essential oils may detoxify the cells and blood in the body
- Essential oils containing sesquiterpenes have the ability to pass the blood brain barrier, enabling them to be effective in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, Lou Gehrig's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis.
- Essential oils are aromatic. When diffused, they may provide air purification by:
- Removing metallic particles and toxins from the air.
- Increasing atmospheric oxygen
- Increasing ozone and negative ions in the area, which inhibits bacterial growth
- Destroying odors from mold, cigarettes, and animals
- Filling the air with a fresh aromatic scent
- Essential oils can help promote emotional, physical, and spiritual healing.
- Essential oils have a bio-electrical frequency that is several times greater than the frequency of herb, food, and even the human body. Clinical research has shown that essential oils can quickly raise the frequency of the human body, restoring it to its normal, healthy level.
How long have essential oils been around?
Essential oil use dates back to the earliest recorded human history. It is a natural technology that had been nearly forgotten in our rush to adopt pharmaceutical companies and their products. Along with the reemergence of things such as the Paleo diet, the use of EO's is a renaissance of health & wellness that our ancestors instinctual understood, but were at the risk of becoming extinct in our modern world. Thankfully, they were forgotten but not lost.
Essential oils were mankind's first medicine. From Egyptian hieroglyphics and Chinese manuscripts, we know that priests and physicians have been using essential oils for thousands of years. In Egypt, essential oils were used in the embalming process and well preserved oils were found in alabaster jars in King Tut's tomb. Egyptian temples were dedicated to the production and blending of the oils and recipes were recorded on the walls in hieroglyphics. There is even a sacred room in the temple of Isis on the island of Philae where a ritual called "Cleansing the Flesh and Blood of Evil Deities" was practiced. This form of emotional clearing required three days of cleansing using particular essential oils and oil baths.
There are 188 references to essential oils in the Bible. Oils such as frankincense, myrrh, rosemary, hyssop, and spikenard were used for anointing and healing the sick. In Exodus, the Lord gave a recipe to Moses for "an holy anointing oil,' including cinnamon, myrrh, and cassia.
The three wise men presented the Christ child with essential oils of frankincense and myrrh. There are also accounts in the New Testament of the Bible where Jesus was anointed with spikenard oil; "And being in Bethany in the house of Simon the leper, as he sat at meat, there came a woman having an alabaster box of ointment of spikenard very precious; and she brake the box and poured [it] on his head" (Mark 14:3). "Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair: and the house was filled with the odour of the ointment" (John 12:3).
Essential oils are a vital part of the history of mankind's search for wellness and healing in the natural world. Modern pharmaceuticals base many of their compositions on the base elements found in essential oils. The use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes was nearly all but lost with the advent and rise of Western medical practice. Thankfully we have seen a resurgence in the use of oils and a vast increase in the knowledge and scientific study of the efficacy of these natural wonders. Combined with proper use of allopathic medicine, essential oils may be the key to true wellness.
Read our BLOG post on Weird Science: Essential Oil Constituents to find out in detail what these amazing oils are really made of!
The EO "bible" - Detailed scientific descriptions of every oil, its chemical make-up, its uses, and any warnings. Search by oil name, or by specific ailment. Everything from breast cancer, depression, and hair loss is discussed and how oils may support your wellbeing: https://www.discoverlsp.com/7th-edition-essential-oil-pocket-reference.html
Why Young Living essential oils?
[aka. why can't i just get oils from the health food store?]
SIMPLY THE BEST ESSENTIAL OILS ON THE PLANET.
Young Living offers the purest therapeutic-grade essential oils by carefully controlling the entire Seed to Seal® process - from the time the seed is sourced until the oil is sealed in the bottle. YL's dedication to quality ensures that we provide pure, therapeutic-grade oils with the complete, optimal blend of plant chemicals to ensure maximum potency and results. Read more about the Seed to Seal® process HERE.
Our community of wellness started in 1993, when Gary Young developed his first organic herb farming & distillation operation. Today, Young Living has grown to become the world leader in essential oils and wellness. Headquartered in Lehi, Utah, with offices in Australia, Europe, Japan, Canada, and Singapore, as well as farms all over the world, YL stays true to the original vision of steadfast commitment to oil purity, and the abundance for lifelong physical and mental transformation.
At the intersection of cutting-edge research and traditional wisdom, Young Living formulates targeted, essential oil-based wellness solutions that empower you to dodge harmful chemicals, energize your life, ditch stress and negativity, and reclaim your natural radiance. Not all essential oils are created equal. Beware of store bought oils that most likely have synthetic additives and have been diluted. Not only does this process reduce the effectiveness of the oil, but it can be dangerous.
Young Living Essential Oils come in two categories, singles and blends. A single is a pure form of one plant essence, ie; Lavender, Idaho Spruce, that has multiple uses. These can be used alone or in combination with other singles. A blend is three or more different pure oils mixed for efficacy and harmony to produce the maximum therapeutic result, ie; Peace&Calming, Gentle Baby, Raven, Breath Again. Essential Oils are the foundation of everything Young Living does and are at the center of the mission to change lives for the better. From the world's best essential oils to life-changing supplements to bring true wellness into your life, Young Living is dedicated to you, families, and everyone experiencing true health naturally.
Young Living offers the purest therapeutic-grade essential oils by carefully controlling the entire Seed to Seal® process - from the time the seed is sourced until the oil is sealed in the bottle. YL's dedication to quality ensures that we provide pure, therapeutic-grade oils with the complete, optimal blend of plant chemicals to ensure maximum potency and results. Read more about the Seed to Seal® process HERE.
Our community of wellness started in 1993, when Gary Young developed his first organic herb farming & distillation operation. Today, Young Living has grown to become the world leader in essential oils and wellness. Headquartered in Lehi, Utah, with offices in Australia, Europe, Japan, Canada, and Singapore, as well as farms all over the world, YL stays true to the original vision of steadfast commitment to oil purity, and the abundance for lifelong physical and mental transformation.
At the intersection of cutting-edge research and traditional wisdom, Young Living formulates targeted, essential oil-based wellness solutions that empower you to dodge harmful chemicals, energize your life, ditch stress and negativity, and reclaim your natural radiance. Not all essential oils are created equal. Beware of store bought oils that most likely have synthetic additives and have been diluted. Not only does this process reduce the effectiveness of the oil, but it can be dangerous.
Young Living Essential Oils come in two categories, singles and blends. A single is a pure form of one plant essence, ie; Lavender, Idaho Spruce, that has multiple uses. These can be used alone or in combination with other singles. A blend is three or more different pure oils mixed for efficacy and harmony to produce the maximum therapeutic result, ie; Peace&Calming, Gentle Baby, Raven, Breath Again. Essential Oils are the foundation of everything Young Living does and are at the center of the mission to change lives for the better. From the world's best essential oils to life-changing supplements to bring true wellness into your life, Young Living is dedicated to you, families, and everyone experiencing true health naturally.
C'mon? Aren't all essential oils basically the same?
Rose oil for $20? Oils on Amazon or from the grocery store? Finding essential oils is easy, finding true therapeutic grade essential oils that have healing properties instead of just being an expensive air freshener takes a little bit of knowledge and research.
The use of essential oils is on the rise, and that IS a good thing. The most natural, non-invasive, side effect free option should ALWAYS be tried before synthetic chemicals with major side effects (little things, like, you know, death).
However, the rise in popularity has brought about companies that imitate the world leader in therapeutic oils, low quality companies that do 2nd/3rd distillations and cut their oils (many times with synthetic additives to save money and/or make the oil smell better, which can make the oils toxic); to online resellers that claim to be selling oils cheaper than directly through a legitimate health & wellness coach, and oil reps making wild curing claims they have no business making.
For the safety of your family, you should ONLY ever purchase therapeutic essential oils through a trained, registered distributor & educator. We can show you how to safely get the most of the planet's most powerful natural medicine.
Our government is even starting to pay more attention to oils and is looking to crack down on all natural remedies because large drug manufacturers are starting to lose money!
The use of essential oils is on the rise, and that IS a good thing. The most natural, non-invasive, side effect free option should ALWAYS be tried before synthetic chemicals with major side effects (little things, like, you know, death).
However, the rise in popularity has brought about companies that imitate the world leader in therapeutic oils, low quality companies that do 2nd/3rd distillations and cut their oils (many times with synthetic additives to save money and/or make the oil smell better, which can make the oils toxic); to online resellers that claim to be selling oils cheaper than directly through a legitimate health & wellness coach, and oil reps making wild curing claims they have no business making.
For the safety of your family, you should ONLY ever purchase therapeutic essential oils through a trained, registered distributor & educator. We can show you how to safely get the most of the planet's most powerful natural medicine.
Our government is even starting to pay more attention to oils and is looking to crack down on all natural remedies because large drug manufacturers are starting to lose money!
Staying healthy in the age of toxic chemicals.
With our bodies being bombarded on a daily basis from toxins in our environment to GMO's in our food, it is more important than ever for our health & well-being to keep our bodies free from toxic influences as much as possible. Consider giving your medicine cabinet a make-over with time tested natural remedies.
Modern lifestyles don’t always create optimal conditions for physical wellness. Poor diet, lack of exercise, and an overabundance of environmental toxins can leave the body unbalanced and diminish energy levels. From cleansing and weight management to supporting every system of the body, essential oils can provide the targeted solutions you need to restore balance and feel your best. Boosting the immune system natural allows it to grow stronger and fight off major illness.
Research shows that the pure constituents in these oils stimulate olfactory receptors and activate regions in the brain’s limbic system associated with memory, emotion, and state of mind. To enhance your spiritual practice, dilute and apply meditative, empowering essential oils directly to wrists, feet, and behind the ears, or diffuse in a quiet space. An ancient skin care secret, essential oils can help promote a clear-looking complexion, soften the appearance of signs of aging, and nurture healthy-looking hair. Incense and essential oils from plants have always played an important part in religious and spiritual ceremonies, helping participants to transcend the trivial and connect with something larger than themselves.
Using Essential Oils in Daily Life
Inhaling certain essential oils heightens the senses and can have many positive effects on the body. You can inhale directly from the bottle, diffuse with any Young Living premium diffusers, or carefully pour hot water in to a bowl and add a few drops of essential oil. Cover your head and bowl in a tent-like fashion with a towel. Breathe deeply and slowly. Many essential oils are safe to use directly on the skin*. Take care to read the bottle label and follow dilution instructions. Place 2-3 drops of oil on the palm of your hand, with carrier oil if recommended, massage the oil in a circular motion onto the skin.
Use targeted application on bottom of feet to target entire body, behind ears, wrists, temples, or specific body part needing attention. Some essential oils make excellent dietary supplements or food flavorings. To take essential oils internally try these tips: place several drops into a gelatin capsule and swallow with water, ADD 1-2 drops into a glass of water, almond milk, or natural juice and drink, or ADD 1-2 drops to meal when cooking (Lemon, Basil, Ginger, Lavender, etc).
These are just a a few examples of what we will teach you about using your therapeutic essential oils to bring natural wellness into your daily life!
Modern lifestyles don’t always create optimal conditions for physical wellness. Poor diet, lack of exercise, and an overabundance of environmental toxins can leave the body unbalanced and diminish energy levels. From cleansing and weight management to supporting every system of the body, essential oils can provide the targeted solutions you need to restore balance and feel your best. Boosting the immune system natural allows it to grow stronger and fight off major illness.
Research shows that the pure constituents in these oils stimulate olfactory receptors and activate regions in the brain’s limbic system associated with memory, emotion, and state of mind. To enhance your spiritual practice, dilute and apply meditative, empowering essential oils directly to wrists, feet, and behind the ears, or diffuse in a quiet space. An ancient skin care secret, essential oils can help promote a clear-looking complexion, soften the appearance of signs of aging, and nurture healthy-looking hair. Incense and essential oils from plants have always played an important part in religious and spiritual ceremonies, helping participants to transcend the trivial and connect with something larger than themselves.
Using Essential Oils in Daily Life
Inhaling certain essential oils heightens the senses and can have many positive effects on the body. You can inhale directly from the bottle, diffuse with any Young Living premium diffusers, or carefully pour hot water in to a bowl and add a few drops of essential oil. Cover your head and bowl in a tent-like fashion with a towel. Breathe deeply and slowly. Many essential oils are safe to use directly on the skin*. Take care to read the bottle label and follow dilution instructions. Place 2-3 drops of oil on the palm of your hand, with carrier oil if recommended, massage the oil in a circular motion onto the skin.
Use targeted application on bottom of feet to target entire body, behind ears, wrists, temples, or specific body part needing attention. Some essential oils make excellent dietary supplements or food flavorings. To take essential oils internally try these tips: place several drops into a gelatin capsule and swallow with water, ADD 1-2 drops into a glass of water, almond milk, or natural juice and drink, or ADD 1-2 drops to meal when cooking (Lemon, Basil, Ginger, Lavender, etc).
These are just a a few examples of what we will teach you about using your therapeutic essential oils to bring natural wellness into your daily life!
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*Please refer to DISCLAIMER on "Connect" page. We are not doctors and nothing on here may be used as, or is intended to be, a replacement for consultation with your trusted medical provider. And of course, never stop taking medications prescribed with talking to your doctor first. But you know all that right?
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