doTERRA WOODS OILS
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There are 8 classifications you can divide essential oils into - Citrus, Florals, Woods, Leaves, Herbs, Spices, Roots and Resins. Understanding these classifications can help you identify general attributes and characteristics of the oils. Within classifications oils can have common characteristics, although each oil individually has far more specific and unique properties.
Let's focus on the woods category in this post. Woods typically grow high off the ground and are characterized by a single trunk. Oils are distilled from the leaves, twigs, branches, berries, bark and wood.
In this grouping of oils, most can only be used aromatically or topically. The woods oils are also great for emotional purposes. Some of the common characteristics of woods oils are that they are grounding, centering and stabilizing. Below are a few of the woods oils and their properties.
Midnight Forest
A new doTERRA blend made of Siberian Fir, Cypress, Juniper Berry, Black Spruce, Wild Orange, Frankincense, Pimento Leaf, Pimento Fruit, Cistus, Caraway, and Labdanum.
Even on days when you can’t get outside and enjoy the benefits of nature, the aroma of Midnight Forest can remind you of the majestic experience of living on this earth.
Creates a stable and grounding environment
Creates a peaceful, reflective atmosphere
Brings the strength of the forest into your home
Black Spruce
One of my favorite oils to diffuse, Black Spruce Black Spruce is slightly sweeter in scent than some of the other fir oils. Its harmonizing aroma is perfect for your next diffuser blend or evening massage. I love it combined with a citrus like Wild Orange or Bergamot. Marry that with a couple drops of Frankincense and you have an incredibly grounding yet uplifting diffuser blend.
Provides soothing relief to the skin
Relaxing and calming to the emotions
Helps reduce and manage stress
Promotes feelings of clear and easy breathing
Soothes minor skin irritations
Balance
Balance is one of my deserted island oils. I start each day with this oil in my diffuser and pop a drop in the palm of my hand for a nice deep breath. It starts the day grounded and focused.
It has a fresh and woody aroma. Balance is a perfect go-to-oil during times of stress. This blend evokes feelings of tranquility, relaxation, and well-being.
Add to a relaxing massage
Creates a calming atmosphere
When diffused, provides a tranquil aroma
Cedarwood
Cedarwood essential oils is very earthy and grounding. It helps create tranquility and relaxation at the end of the day. Popularly used in perfume and skincare products, Cedarwood soothes the skin and calms the mind.
Cedarwood is incredible in sleepy time diffuser and rollerball blends. Paired with oils such as Vetiver, Lavender and Bergamot it can create a calm and relaxing atmosphere for a good nights sleep.
Cedarwood oil naturally repels insects
Creates a comforting and relaxing environment
Helps to keep skin looking healthy
Siberian Fir
Siberian Fir essential oil promotes relaxation and eases the symptoms of stress. Siberian Fir is a good oil to use during times of change or upheaval.
The scent of this oil helps calm the nerves and soothe anxious feelings. Siberian Fir is gorgeous in the diffuser with Adaptiv, Citrus Bliss or any other citrus oils.
Creates a tranquil, positive space
Diffuse for a relaxing aroma
Use to help enhance a soothing massage
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