Huge List Of Essential Oils And Their Uses (You Will Want To Print This!)

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Are you ready? Check out our amazing list of essential oils and their basic uses.

Arborvitae – Grounding, cleansing, insect repellent
Basil – Menstruation problems, sore muscles, mental alertness
Bergamot – Emotional support, skin problems, skin purifying
Black Pepper – Circulation, antioxidant, improved absorption
Cardamom – Respiratory problems, improves digestion
Cassia – Sexual stimulant, improves digestion
Cedarwood – Emotional support, insect repellent, skin support
Chamomile – Calming, soothing, improves immune function
Cilantro – Purifying, improves digestion, supports healthy skin, antioxidant
Cinnamon Bark – Oral health, cleansing, supports metabolic function
Clary Sage – Hormone balancing, tension, emotional support, PMS
Clove – Oral health, immune health, heart health
Coriander – Clear skin, sore joints, improves digestion
Cumin – Purifying, improves digestion
Cypress- Energy, skin health, muscle tension
Dill – Calming, improves digestion
Eucalyptus – Cleansing, respiratory problems, skin
Fennel – Circulation, metabolism, improves digestion
Fir (White) – Respiratory, empowering, muscles, joints
Frankincense – Emotional support, skin health
Geranium – Insect repellent, calming, improved skin and hair health
Ginger – Grounding, antioxidant, digestive support
Grapefruit – Stimulating, alertness, cleansing, skin health, appetite suppressant
Hawaiian Sandalwood – Improves concentration, healthy skin
Helichrysum – Improves metabolism, healthy skin
Jasmine – Balances the mood, healthy skin
Juniper Berry – Stress relief, cleansing, skin toner, kidney/urinary support
Lavender – Universal oil, calming, stress relief, skin health, headache relief
Lemon – Energy, stimulating, respiratory support, improved digestion
Lemongrass – Calming, improved digestion, complexion, insect repellent
Lemon Balm – Calming, stress, tension, immune support
Lime – Stimulating, energy, detoxifying, improved immune function
Marjoram – Heart health, muscle support, emotional support
Myrrh – Emotional balance, cleansing, skin health
Orange – Emotional balance, cleansing, purifying, stimulating
Oregano – Heathy digestion, respiratory problems, powerful cleansing agent
Patchouli – Healthy skin, complexion, tension, stress, grounding
Peppermint – Cooling, energy, digestive and respiratory support
Roman Chamomile – Immune system support, calming, stress relief
Rose – Emotional balance, clear skin, complexion
Rosemary – Respiratory support, memory, digestion, healthy hair/scalp
Sandalwood – Calming, grounding, skin health
Spearmint – Oral health, improved breath, digestive health
Tangerine – Energy, cleansing, supports immune system
Tea Tree – Super cleansing, skin health, improves immune function
Thyme – Insect repellent, cleansing, purifying, immune system support
Vetiver – Calming, grounding, supports immune system function
Wild Orange – Antioxidant, energy, emotional balance, overall health
Wintergreen – Emotional support, sore muscles or joints, skin health
Ylang Ylang – Healthy hair and skin, calming

Of course, this is not a complete list of all essential oils, only the most commonly used ones. Please use essential oils with caution and consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

References:

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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