Lavender, mint, eucalyptus, and lemon are all my favorites. Lavender just calms me down. Mint is for when I want to stay awake. Eucalyptus is for when I'm tired. Lemon is for when I'm feeling good. :)
@@hasnaat8123 Mint contains menthol, which binds to your cold receptors and increases their sensitivity. This causes the affected area to feel as if it is colder, which triggers a response from you body suggesting the possibility of danger. Because your body suspects danger, it prepares for fight or flight by releasing epinephrine (or adrenalin) and cortisol. These hormones increase alertness, dilate the blood vessels, and raise the heart rate. This is what causes you to feel awake. It's similar to pinching yourself or listening to loud music to stay up, because it basically just coerces your body into releasing hormones that keep you alert.
Hi is your lavender oil sweet smelling? I just bought some and I does not smell as I expected. Also do you know anything about red lavender oil and is it safe for hair?
"Taking 3.5 mL of undiluted oil can be fatal. Signs of eucalyptus poisoning might include stomach pain and burning, dizziness, muscle weakness, small eye pupils, feelings of suffocation, and some others. Eucalyptus oil can also cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea."
Getting a certification or training on aromatherapy is a great idea. And, it needs to come from an institute that is NOT affiliated with a direct sales or MLM business. In fact, training out of Great Britain is the Yale school of aromatherapy.
Thanks so much. I clicked on this skeptically, thinking you were going to be against what's natural, but you really taught me something, and it makes perfect sense!!
Glad that you are no longer promoting one of the MLM brands of oils. Many of them promote things that are not correct, like you mentioned...ingesting certain oils. Thanks for stepping up your game!!
I can’t comment on that company specifically because I do not know their structure. But basically it is a company that gives commissions to various levels, rather than just having someone by wholesale and then sell at retail. Hopefully that clears it up. If not, you may need to do your own research.
I’v been using essential oils for several years. In my oil burner, hair and skin. I learned about the oils, how to use and their benefits. People need to learn about essential oils, and how to use them, which oils are good for what.
Thank you so much for the educational insight on essential oils. It never crossed my mind that it could effect little children and pregnant women in so many ways. I live in Hawaii and we normally use oils on skin for the sun and for stretch marks on belly. Thanks again Mahalo :)
I am an avid user of oils and diffusing so I was happy to see some honest information on the topic. As a Chef it is imperative to spread positive but also truthful information about foods, chemicals, and tools we use and share with others.
So well versed!! I love the way you don't skip a beat, you don't studder and you don't say "uumm". at all during your video. You kept me interested till the end. TY!!!
Thankyou dr axe, im a professional housekeeper. ..i use no chemicals, but essential oils in all my cleaning. ..i change them according to my clients needs...our favorites are, rosemary, orange, pine,peppermint and lavender. ..i have made a cream that i use on my face with coconut oil as carrier and few drops of frankincense and mhyrr. ..love it...at night i diffuse grapefruit or peppermint and orange as these are my hubby's favorites
I had surgery 2 mos ago and I'm using a rosehip/helichrysum blend. At night, I use a face moisturizer w/those oils, jojoba, frankincense and vitamin E. I use those same oils on my body, plus coconut. Plan to keep it going for a year, see what happens.
Yes I'm so addicted and I smell it all the time. If I don't I will go through withdrawal. I placed a drop of eucalyptus on a Newport cigarette 🚬 n it was the best taste n feeling I ever had in my life. Tea Tree and eucalyptus oil I'm totally addicted to n I can't stop abusing these oil smells but they don't last long n that's why I keep sniffing it or licking it or putting it on a cigarette.
You left peppermint oil of the list of oils dangerous to pets, and it can actually be fatal in some cases. I bought peppermint oil to smear around my windows as we were having a problem with wasps swarming our windows at night, and heard peppermint oil would deter them. Days later my cat got very sick and was convulsing, rushed to the vets and found out it was the peppermint oil. Please find out if the oil you want to use is pet friendly before you try it in your home
I love using essential oil. I use it mostly for diffusing, but I have used it at work for rejuvenation or with my crystal healing/grids. Many times I have used it for anxiety and relaxation. Tea Tree oil mixed with olive oil is excellent for furniture polish.
Haven't listened to it all the way through as of yet but I do want to say that some essential oils can be fatal to animals whether inhaled or ingested. So you should put a lot of thought and research Into it💔😢
I've heard of people who've lost their sense of smell getting it back after using peppermint oil 😍 My brother lost his sense of smell, I sent him some, but I have to keep on him 🙏 praying..
Lavender, helichrysm, bergamot, frankense, eucalyptus, (an extra: 3 drops grapefruit oil, 2 drops peppermint, and 2 drops rosemary on cotton balls kept in a ziplock make an effective ' awake and alert' synergy. I made a lot of money selling to Bay Area musicians back in the day. It would get them through that last set without caffeine.)
why would you mix eucalyptus and peppermint, that's like chewing spearmint, and peppermint gum at the same time, there's such little difference between the two, it's utterly pointless!
To Nika N: it’s in a diffuser n I think it’s like 2 cups of clean water , n I put 10 eucalyptus drops n five of the rosemary. But if I want it really strong I put a couple of drops of each oil until I get the smell I want. After that I sit next to it n inhale n relax 😌 n enjoy the moment.
Also adding these 2 oils to ur shampoo help ur hair grow 👍🏻 it’s amazing. Great smell nice sensation on the scalp n softens up the hair + hair growth. In a big Shampoo bottle 5 drops of eucalyptus oil n 10 of rosemary. In a regular shampoo bottle 5 rosemary n 3 eucalyptus drops.
I have a LEMON MYRTLE tree in Australia which I can use to naturally steam the leaves and dilute 🙂 grow your own lavender/peppermint/whatever! GROW it and it will be safe
Eucalyptus Citriodora is also an amazing tree. Someone had a huge tree in her front yard, and I used to walk past breathing deeply, wanting to jump her front fence and rake up all her leaves. And take them home ;-)
I made the mistake of putting a large amount of tea tree in the diffuser before going to bed while sick. I woke up later couching all the excess mucus up .
Hello Dr. Axe. I have been interested in essential oils for about a few years now. The few I know about have really helped me so much. I really learned a lot by your videos. Thanks again for everything you do!! :)
Kerry Kida you're not going to like my response but I'm going to tell you anyway ....i learned aromatherapy with a guy who in the 1970s went to France to study real perfume making with the experts. ... later he added the title aromatherapy to his business cards . .I got to smell what these real oils are like and the majority of the stuff in all those health food stores is synthetic and or inferior or water down with other oils . if you're really really serious your best bet is to get the money together or get student loans... it probably would cost a lot to go to the perfumery school in France. ... the only reason I say that is because even if you study with a so-called professional aromatherapist.. .. you don't know how much they do or do not really know . ....some of these people are crackpots and have never smelt all of the real oils ... . ..so some of them don't even know what it is that THEY don't know... if you understand what I'm saying. ...... just us too many people in America have never even had a real Pizza... they think going to Domino's, Papa John's ,Little Caesars , all those places have fake pizza ... .... they are loaded with chemicals, and preservatives and some even put high fructose corn syrup in the dough and the sauces. ... and don't even really use real cheese ...they use that stuff made from oil... cheese is a dairy product . .... the same applies the aromatherapy and essential oils Market. ... most people don't know what these real oils are supposed to smell like . ....so I'm telling you your best bet is to really learn it at the right place. .. go to France it'll change your life I'm sure once you smell a real Clary Sage or hundred-year-old rose oil or real kananga real Hyacinth you never forget what any of these smell like and right away you know when something doesn't smell right
Thank you Dr. Axe! You’ve inspired me to further my education in essential oils. I truly appreciate all the education you give. God bless you and your family. Much love!
I had a migraine coming & right before it hit Me I grabbed the peppermint & lavender oil used it topically on my neck, forehead & it went away immediately!!!! Thank God I had it or it would of been a terrible day !
Spearmint Oil can too; it's milder, stimulates the appetite, and if used in a bowl of tepid/lukewarm water to bathe someone down, can help lower fevers.
Dr Axe, I've been looking for essential oils & find myself perplexed by the shear volume of choices. Not all state origins, production, nor quality value such as organic & third party testing seal. Are there companies making essential oils properly? If so, will you please clear the way by naming some?
With pets, you must use very little amounts compared to what you would use as a human being. Animals are MUCH more sensitive to oils that we are. YourConscience
Thanks for the advice about pets. My cat had an open wound that wouldn't heal on her throat. I applied helichrysum diluted in coconut oil twice a day for two months and it healed completely. Just make sure it is well diluted. Helichrysum has a mild smell but it is very strong. Always dilute properly.
This was a great video for learning some basics on essential oils. I’m trying to find useful information regarding essential oils because I am getting more into it to help with stress and anxiety. I struggle with severe anxiety daily and it’s nice being able to find something natural over seeing a doctor for everything. I’d really like to reduce the amount of visits to the dr office.
I agree with all of these points. However, I think all oils should be diluted unless it’s a rare, aggressive short-term treatment. I also think internal use can be dangerous unless you are under the care of a certified aromatherapist. But, your video is definitely a step in the right direction.
Sarah Ferguson I hear this over and over from Aromatherapists. Personally I think it's a super safe insurance driven approach. They might get into big trouble if they taught that you can use Lavender on the skin undiluted and one of their former students clients reacts to it. Not wrong exactly but not 100% true. It's a safer way to start and a good idea but not entirely necessary in most cases. when somthing is proven safe over and over and over again like Frankincense it proves that the blanket rule is not 100% accurate. it's a good guideline to start until you learn more (from credible sources like Robert Tisserland). Robert Tisserland is a recognized top authority on safe use of Essential oils. He literally wrote the book on it. I have read it. Have fun learning more! don't close your mind just because one authority says somthing. Science is all about trying to prove things right or wrong and accepting the results. If others didn't accept being proven wrong we would still believe the earth was flat and the sun revolved around the earth.
Dr Axe... What oils can be used to help in hormone replacement? If someone had a full hysterectomy and has no hormones and is suffering from menopausal symptoms.
I really enjoyed all the facts you have provided...is it possible to recommend a brand that has no pesticide and is organic??? I'm weary to trust labels that may not include complete information. Thank you!
Please be very careful with tea tree oil. I used to use it a lot for ringworm, athlete's foot, first aid, and for cleaning. I did so for many years with no issues, however all of a sudden I developed a very severe allergy to it. In other words, I became sensitized to it to the point that even a brief exposure to a tiny bit would result in huge water blisters, and a rash that would take over a month to clear. Perhaps if I had had some competent advice concerning its use, I would have only used it diluted and not ended up with the allergy. It was a very frightening experience.
Good vid. As for diffuses, though, I would add not to use peppermint with one. Those tiny droplets will find their way into your eyes and peppermint is caustic and can hurt your corneas.
Dr Josh, the video is very informative and a few days ago I was very interested to use essential oil. Now, I know its importance and to use with much care. Thanks for the preventive advice.
The most essential oil in my house will always be castor oil, for by taking regularly 1 tablespoon (15 ml) castor oil early in the morning on an empty stmach you will not only be able to excrete all the waste deposed in your bowels but all the toxins in your body (especially methymercury!) via the liver too, and for this one there will exist no dangers.
Thank you so much for this overview, hence I was weighing options between different companies and Doterra, which claim to have the purest and most ethical oils. It’s hard to discern what company truly provides scientifically pure oils. Still I am really grateful for your presentation.
Just started making beard oil. This video is super informative, as I am trying to have the safest and best quality oils for my customers! Thanks a lot !
I'm sitting here with blown up, inflamed facial skin, after applying essential oils to my hair. Had a serious reaction!! This video came unnervingly timely!!
Load up on calcium and magnesium just before your period starts. That cured me of monthly cramps, and it makes sense as those are lost with the blood from the body, per Adele Davis.
NY MSK try taking it nightly, one drop on an area of thin skin, all month long. If you've tried diffusing it for cramps, that's nor the right method. It needs to go directly on your lower abdomen, 1-2 drops, for the immediate cramps. Long term nightly use of it should eliminate the cramps before they even come. Also, I agree with the other reply: magnesium and calcium are essential for health, and most of us are deficient.
Jerusha I did put several drops on lower abdomen in some coconut oil, but it didn't work. I don't want to use it nightly because I try to be careful and use the minimum effective amount when it comes to supplements, herbs or oils.
Peter Florentzou yes, Magnesium is wonderful. I took magnesium for most of my pregnancy and it helped tremendously. I have type one diabetes and tend to get a sore back or sore muscles or even problems with relaxing. The magnesium helps with all of those things.
Whether it be for myself or a friend, I do a bunch of research & reading before mixing & using specific oils in my rollers or sniffers. Always better to be safe, & hey I might learn something new along the way. Like using Castor Oil when making topical rubs. Castor beans have their own anti-inflammatory properties so when mixed with something like Lavender it makes for a great rub for sore muscles, joints, etc. About 3- 4 drops per tablespoon of Castor.
It would be practically useful if you could demonstrate the use - - topical, ingestion, aromatherapy - - for us novices who want to give essential oils a try
Ingestion a no no. Topical - always use a carrier oil before applying to skin. Diffusing is one of my fave. Diffusing lavender makes me sleep better and longer and feel well rested.
A client of mine just bought frankincense, peppermint and a bunch of others for 1700 dollars! He's a bit naive, and I think the "natural medicine woman" who sold all of this to him, plus a drink you mix it in (a name similar to sangria?") He made me a concoction of it and I went home with the worst headache ever.
I wish I would have found your channel sooner! I have been researching this information the difficult way; watching your videos is way more efficient & informative!
This is a quick response. A oil that might be right for you might not be right for everyone. I work theater seasonaly and essential oils are all over and are often shared. One night, someone gave me some oil topicly as i was working not telling me what it was. Soon after I had a asthma attack. What they used was a anti stress blend that had sandlewood in it. Sandlewood is one of my allergy triggers.
Thank you for this straight forward easy to take in knowledge! And thank you for addressing babies and pregnancy and not placing all this FEAR about it! Use with common sense and in the correct way.
🙋🏾♀️ Science Teacher here... you DO know that most, if not almost all organic compounds and molecules contain hydrocarbons. Can you please specify which hydrocarbon additives we should avoid in our essential oils? Thanks!
Smartest question I have ever seen. Notice nobody answered. That's because nobody knows. EO's are high hydrocarbons of themselves, which is why they are so flammable. You don't need additives because they come that way naturally. Some undesirable benzene compounds like Toluene occur naturally, but usually at levels below 1% so toluene is not really of concern. But some of the major constituents can be of concern. Of course toxicity is determined by the dose. EO's are so concentrated it can be easy to make a mistake and burn your skin, or kill a small pet. In the end, there is no substitute for clean air. Its the ultimate.
🤦🏻♀️ I was thinking that might’ve been the reason why I was allergic to Jojoba oil... I used to use gel for a little bit on my hands and then I would put oil on before and after... so now I believe even more so that it might have been that I used the oil and also used the UV lamp at the same time... thank you and I think I finally understand better why I got allergic to Jojoba oil.
I love essential oil , Especially Helichrysum and Frankenstein. First one is amazing property’s for healing.Oi put it on and sometime it’s gone in a day
