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Welcome to the wonderful world of essential oils!
There is so much NOISE and CHATTER in the natural living world these days about essential
oils. If you've gone looking for how to use a particular essential oil or wanted to find out what
essential oil you might use to combat your anxiety or wondered what brand is best - you've
probably stumbled on fifty different answers and still aren't quite sure...

This is exactly why I created this little book.

I wanted to put simple, smart recipes for how to use essential oils in one place so you can be
equipped and inspired to use your essential oils well - WITHOUT overwhelm.

And even more than that, I am over-the-top passionate about helping people - busy parents
especially - know how to use their essential oils SAFELY. There is so much conflicting
information, so many opinions, so many loud voices - I want to cut through it all to help you
understand how essential oils work and equip you to examine for yourself so that next time
you see random advice on the internet, you can actually know whether it's worth listening to
or not.

You have likely received this little e-book as part of the Essential Oil Safety Fundamentals
class I teach at NourishingJoy.com. If, somehow, this copy has come in to your hands some
other way, I'd love to have you join us. The Essential Oil Safety Fundamentals class is a
comprehensive, 10-day class that's totally free - if you're interested, you can sign up here.

May the joy in your home be nourished!

Kresha
RELIEF
1. Screen Strain Eye Serum
Mix 1 drop Helichrysum italicum, 1 drop Lavender, 1 drop Sandalwood, 1 drop Carrot Seed, and 1
tablespoon Jojoba Oil. Massage a drop or two of the mixture into your temples and under your eyes,
being careful to avoid the eyelids.
If pregnant or breastfeeding, omit the Carrot Seed.

2. Tension Headache Massage Oil

Place 2 drops Ravintsara, 2 drops Peppermint, and 4 drops Frankincense in a 10 mL roller ball and top
up the rest of the bottle with Jojoba oil. Roll the blend generously on the back of your neck, throat, and
shoulders and massage as desired whenever muscle tension creeps in.

3. Nausea Kicker
Drip 1 drop of Peppermint onto a cotton ball or add to a aromatherapy inhaler. Breathe deeply whenever
nausea threatens to overtake you.

4. Morning Sickness Relief

Drip 1 drop Lemon and 1 drop Peppermint onto a cotton ball or add to a aromatherapy inhaler for
combating morning sickness. Inhale the aromas regularly to keep morning sickness at bay.

5. After Sun Spray

In a 4 ounce spray bottle, shake together 20 drops Lavender, 20 drops Peppermint, 5 drops Frankincense,
3 drops Helichrysum, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel or juice. Top up
with water and shake again gently until homogenous. To apply, spray 6-8 inches from the skin, covering as
much or as little of the body as desired.

6. Mild Burn Relief

Mash 3 drops Lavender into 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Smear very gently over mild burns. If you have not
recently taken aspirin and have normal blood pressure, you may also add 3 drops Blue Cypress for extra
soothing care.
Do not apply to chemical burns or any weeping burns.

7. Stress Melter
Add 20 drops of Lavender to a 10mL roller ball and top up with Grapeseed or Jojoba oil. Roll onto your
temples and neck to help release stress.

8. Muscle Rub
Combine 5 drops of Wintergreen and 5 drops of Frankincense to 1 tablespoon of unscented lotion. Gently
but firmly apply to overworked muscles.
Do not use this muscle rub with children or teens under the age of 18.

9. Headache Roller
Place 3 drops Sweet Marjoram, 3 drops Roman Chamomile, and 2 drops Sweet Orange in a 10mL roll-on
bottle. Top up with Jojoba Oil and apply the mixture to the temples and behind the ears to help relieve
headaches.

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RELIEF
10. Long Day Foot Soak
Stir together 4 drops of Tea Tree, 3 drops of Lavender, 1 drop Ginger, and 2 drops of Peppermint
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus dives) in 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the olive oil to 1 cup of sea salt or epsom
salt, toss to combine, then add to 2 quarts of warm water in a large basin. Soak your feet for 20 minutes,
relax, and pat dry.

11. Neck and Shoulder Tension Blend

Combine 2 drops of Eucalyptus Radiata, 3 drops of Sandalwood, 3 drops of Black Pepper, and 1
tablespoon of Fractionated Coconut Oil in a 15ml glass dropper bottle. Apply mixture to the neck,
shoulders, and base of the skull to soothe tight and tense muscles.

12. Minor Aches and Pains Roller

Add 6 drops of Peppermint, 6 drops of Rosemary, and 2 drops of Lavender to a 10ml roll-on bottle and top
up with Jojoba oil. Apply as needed.
Do not use this blend with children under 10 years.

13. Aching Joint Relief

Combine 5 drops of Turmeric, 5 drops of Roman Chamomile, and 2 teaspoons of Almond Oil in a 15ml
dropper bottle. Rub into aching hands, wrists, hips, and knees as needed for relief.

14. That Special Time of Month

Combine 4 drops of Clary Sage, 2 drops of Roman Chamomile, and 1 drop of Ylang-Ylang in a 10ml roll-on
bottle, then top up with Almond Oil. Rub generously across the abdomen and lower back as needed to
bring relief.

15. Allergy Symptom Inhaler

Drip 6 drops Eucalyptus, 2 drops Laurel Leaf, 5 drops Spike Lavender, and 2 drops Cardamom onto the
wick of a aromatherapy inhaler. Whenever you feel allergy symptoms, such as sniffles or watery eyes, hold
the inhaler to your nose and inhale deeply.
Do not use this blend with children under 10 years or if you are prone to seizures.

16. Jet Lag Lotion

Place 1 tablespoon of your favorite lotion, preferably unscented, in a 1-ounce glass or plastic jar. Drip in 1
drop Ginger, 2 drops Cypress, 2 drops Norway Pine, 2 drops Black Spruce, and 2 drops Sweet Orange.
Stir well with a wooden skewer or glass rod. Apply to lower legs and lower back several times a day while
traveling.
This recipe is sized for 1 travel-size, airline-approved container. To make a larger batch, plan accordingly.

17. Bruise Relief Oil

Drip 4 drops Lavender, 2 drops German Chamomile, 2 drops Frankincense, 5 drops Balsam Poplar, and 6
drops Helichrysum italicum into a 10mL roller bottle. Top up with any Arnica-infused oil. Roll over bruises,
massaging the oil in if the tender spot will allow.
If you don't have all the essential oils for this recipe, use whichever ones you DO have - they're all beneficial by
themselves as well.

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COLD & FLU SEASON
18. 'Tis the (Cold & Flu) Season
Pour hot, steaming water into a medium bowl and drip in 1 drop Eucalyptus, 1 drop Fir Needle (or Spruce),
and 1 drop Sweet Orange. Create a tent over your head with a towel to catch the steam, then carefully
lean over the bowl and inhale the steam for several minutes.

19. Germ Fighter Linen Spray

Drip 5 drops each of Clove Bud, Cinnamon Bark, Sweet Orange, Oregano, Thyme, and Mandarin into
a 4 ounce spray bottle. Add 2 tablespoons of witch hazel or vodka and fill the rest with water. Shake to
combine well, then spritz on upholstered furniture, sheets, and pillows.
If skin irritation occurs, discontinue use in areas where the skin comes in contact with the spray.

20. Immune Boost Diffuser Blend

Place 3 drops Oregano, 3 drops Thyme, 3 drops Lemon, and 2 drops Cardamom in a diffuser. Diffuse for
30-minute cycles (10 minutes on, 20 minutes off).
Omit Cardamom if using with children under the age of 10.

21. Sani-Hand & Surface Spray

Drip 15 drops Tea Tree, 10 drops Sweet Orange, and 5 drops Vanilla into a 4 ounce spray bottle. Add 1/4
cup witch hazel and 1 tablespoon Almond Oil; shake well. Spray on hands or surfaces as needed.

22. Quick Chest Rub (for teens and adults only)

Drip 3 drops Eucalyptus, 3 drops Rosemary, and 3 drops Peppermint into 2 tablespoons of Almond or
Jojoba oil, then rub on the chest to relieve congestion.

23. Fever Relief

Drip 1-2 drops Peppermint into 1 teaspoon of Olive oil, then pour the oil onto a rag or washcloth. Soak the
cloth in cool water, wring gently, and place on the back or neck of someone feverish.
Skip the essential oil for patients under the age of six and simply allow the cool cloth to provide relief.

24. Lymph Mover

Stir 2 drops Lavender and 2 drops Juniper Berry into 1 tablespoon Jojoba oil, then massage over swollen
lymph glands to promote drainage, especially when a sore throat or ear pressure is present.

25. Ear Relief

Stir 2 drops Lavender, 1 drop Clove Bud, and 1 drop Geranium into 1 tablespoon Jojoba oil, then massage
behind the ears and around the lymph glands to help ease discomfort and promote drainage for ear
infections.
Do NOT drip essential oils into the ear!

26. Calm the Cough Aromatic Steam

Fill a bowl with just-boiled water and drip in 3 drops Sweet Orange, 3 drops Sandalwood, and 3 drops
Pine or Cypress. Drape a towel over your head to catch the steam, then carefully lean over the bowl and
inhale the steam for several minutes. Continue until the water is no longer steaming.

27. Shower the Sick Feeling Away

Drip 5 drops Eucalyptus, 7 drops Ravintsara, and 5 drops Cypress to a damp washcloth, and place the
cloth in the shower stall. Run a hot shower for 1-2 minutes to allow steam to build, then step in and
breathe the steam slowly and deeply for 2-3 minutes.

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WELLNESS & SLEEP
28. Sleep Tight Spray
Place 1/2 cup witch hazel or vodka in a dark glass spray bottle and add 8-10 drops Lavender. Shake well
and spray to refresh linens and create a bedtime ambiance.

29. Nighty-Night
Add 6-8 drops Lavender to a diffuser. Diffuse at your bedside for 1-2 hours while you settle into a quiet,
restorative sleep or intermittently during the night.

30. Sleepy-Time Lotion

Stir 3 drops Mandarin, 2 drops May Chang, 2 drops Roman Chamomile, and 2 drops Lavender into 1
tablespoon of your favorite unscented lotion. Rub onto forearms, lower legs, shoulders, and neck before
bed.

31. Sleep The Night Away Spray

Combine 10 drops Vetiver, 10 drops Sandalwood, 10 drops Lavender, and 10 drops Jasmine with 2
tablespoons of witch hazel in a 4 ounce spray bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with water. Shake well, then
spray around the bedroom and on linens before bed.

32. It's Time to Sleep Massage Oil

Combine 10 drops Roman Chamomile, 5 drops Frankincense, and 5 drops Lavender in 1 tablespoon
Almond or Jojoba oil. Gently massage into tired muscles to relax the body and mind before bed.

33. The Land of Nod Diffuser Blend

Add 5 drops Roman Chamomile, 3 drops Cedarwood Atlas, and 2 drops Patchouli to a diffuser. Diffuse
before bed to promote deep sleep.

34. Sweet Dreams Are Made of This Diffuser Blend

Add 4 drops Clary Sage, 2 drops Black Spruce, 2 drops Spikenard, and 2 drops Ylang-Ylang (Complete) to
your diffuser. Diffuse the blend intermittently during the night to promote restful sleep.

35. Nighttime Calm Leg Cream

Mix 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Clary Sage, and 2 drops Roman Chamomile into 1 tablespoon of your
favorite lotion. Gently rub the lotion in circular movements around your legs until all of it is well-absorbed.

36. Relax and Get Rooted Roll-On

Place 2 teaspoons of Almond oil in a 10 mL roller bottle, then add 5 drops Frankincense, 5 drops Vetiver,
3 drops Copaiba Balsam, and 3 drops Sandalwood. Roll on the back of the neck, behind the ears, on the
forehead, and on the temples to promote deep grounding and relaxation of the mind.

37. Bath Salts for Focus & Mental Preparation

Mix 15 drops Geranium, 10 drops Sandalwood, 10 drops Lemon, and 10 drops Roman Chamomile with 2
tablespoons Sunflower oil, then stir the oil blend into a mixture of 2 cups Epsom salt and ½ cup baking
soda. Stir well and store in a glass, air-tight container. To use, add 1/2 cup of the salts to the bath the night
before an exam, interview, or big presentation.

38. No Snacking Diffuser Blend

Add 5 drops Grapefruit and 5 drops Cinnamon Bark to a diffuser. Diffuse before, during, and after a meal
to help stave off the munchies and to prevent overeating.

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CLEANING & FRESHENING UP
39. #2 Spray
Combine 3/4 cup water, 1/4 cup vodka or isopropyl alcohol, 1 teaspoon dish soap, 20 drops Bergamot, and
20 drops Grapefruit in a dark glass spray bottle. Shake and spray generously into the toilet bowl before
you sit to stop odors before they start.

40. Bathroom Spray

Fill an 8-ounce glass spray bottle with water just to the shoulder of the jar. Drip in 10 drops Pine, 10 drops
Fir Needle, 10 drops Cypress, 5 drops Clove Bud, and 5 drops Tea Tree. Shake well and spray into the air
to eliminate odors.

41. Stale Away

Drip 2-3 drops Lavender on a cloth or cotton ball and place in a closet to remove stale odors.

42. Fabric & Upholstery Spray

Place 2 tablespoons of baking soda in an 8-ounce glass spray bottle and fill with water just to the shoulder
of the jar. Swirl gently to dissolve the baking soda, then drip in 40 drops Lavender. Shake well before each
use. Spray on fabric to refresh as needed. A patch test before first use is recommended.

43. Eucalyptus Lemon Shower Spray

Place 5 drops Eucalyptus, 3 drops Lemon and 1 teaspoon white vinegar in a travel-size spray bottle, then
top up with water. After a show, shake well, spray all over the walls of the shower stall (including any
shower curtains), then wipe dry with a towel or microfiber rag.

44. O, Happy Day Cleaning Spray

Place 5 drops Peppermint, 15 drops Lemon, 15 drops Sweet Orange or Grapefruit, and 2 teaspoons castile
soap in a 4 ounce spray bottle. Top up with water, then shake well and use as a multi-purpose cleaning
spray.

45. Tile & Grout Scrub

Place 30 drops White Pine, 10 drops Lemon, and 1 tablespoon white vinegar in the handle of a soap-
dispensing scrub brush. Top up with castile soap and screw the cap on. To use, simply press and scrub.

46. Air Freshener

Fill an 8-ounce glass spray bottle with water just to the shoulder of the jar. Drip in 10 drops Pine, 10 drops
Fir Needle, 10 drops Cypress, 5 drops Lemongrass, 5 drops Sweet Orange, and 5 drops Tea Tree. Shake
well before each use.

47. Dusting Spray & Wood Polish

Place 3/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar in a large spray bottle and shake vigorously. Drip
in 40 drops Lemon OR 20 drops Clove Bud and 20 drops Sweet Orange and shake again. Spray directly
on furniture (being careful of overspray) and buff with a clean, dry cloth. Shake well before each use.
For a thicker dusting spray, follow this recipe for Homemade Dusting Spray.

48. Microbe-Fighter Surface Cleaner

Pour 2 teaspoons castile soap into an 8-ounce glass spray bottle and drip in 10 drops Oregano, 5 drops
Lemon, and 5 drops Tea Tree. Top up with water and shake gently. To use, spray on hard surfaces. Wipe
with a lint-free cloth if desired.

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CLEANING & FRESHENING UP
49. Grave Robber Ick-Fighting Surface Cleaner
Pour 2 teaspoons castile soap into an 8-ounce glass spray bottle, then drip in 5 drops Clove Bud, 5 drops
Lemon, 4 drops Cinnamon Bark, 4 drops Eucalyptus, 4 drops Rosemary, and 3 drops Lavender. Top up
with vodka, rubbing alcohol, or water. Shake well and spray on hard surfaces.

50. Daily All-Purpose Surface Cleaner

Pour 1 teaspoon castile soap into an 8-ounce glass spray bottle and drip in 10 drops Clary Sage and 10
drops Vanilla. Top up with water and shake gently. To use, spray on hard surfaces. Wipe with a lint-free
cloth if desired.

51. Stainless Steel Cleaner

Pour 1/2 cup white vinegar into a glass spray bottle and add in 10 drops of either Lemon or Grapefruit.
Shake well, then spray directly on the stainless steel surface. Wipe off in the direction of the grain. Then,
drip 5 drops Lemon or Grapefruit into 2 tablespoons of olive oil and dab the olive oil onto the stainless
steel - again, with the grain. Wipe extra olive oil residue away with a clean, lint-free cloth.

52. Sap Zapper

To remove sticky sap from skin, drip several drops of Grapefruit, Orange, or Lemon directly on the sap,
then rub the mixture until all the sap has been loosened or dissolved. Wash the oil residue off with dish
soap.

53. Mattress Refresh

In a 4-ounce spray bottle, combine 10 drops Lavender and 10 drop Peppermint with 2 tablespoons vodka
or witch hazel. Top with water, shake well, and spray over mattresses every few months.

54. Stale Towel Stopper

Add 10 drops Lemon with the detergent in your next laundry load of towels to kick the stale towel smell to
the curb. (Moving them to the dryer or clothesline as soon as the wash is done helps too...)

55. Sport Clothes Stink-Be-Gone

When washing clothes heavy with sweat and funky odors, add 5 drops Citronella, 3 drops Rosemary,
3 drops Lemon, 3 drops Tea Tree, 2 drops Lavander, and 2 drops Green Myrtle along with your regular
detergent.

56. Cigarette Smoke Remover

To remove cigarette smoke odor from clothing, use the Sport Clothes Stink-Be-Gone treatment when
laundering.

For a quick treatment or to neutralize the odor on drapes, fabrics, and furniture, mix 1 1/2 cups water and
1 1/2 cups white vinegar in a large glass spray bottle, then add in 10 drops Citronella, 10 drops Tea Tree,
10 drops Rosemary, 5 drops Lemongrass, 5 drops Lavander, and 5 drops Green Myrtle. Spritz generously
over affected areas. (Spray on an inconspicuous area first to make sure the fabric won't stain.)

57. Pet Stain Remover

Stir together 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon castile soap, and 5 drops Lemon. Dab up whatever remains of the
stain with paper towels, then scrub the area with the Lemon-soap mixture using an old toothbrush. Pour
over a heavy layer of salt at least 1/2-inch thick. Let sit for 12-24 hours, if possible, so that the salt wicks all
moisture out of the fabric, then vacuum salt.

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58. Restaurant Kitchen Remedy
After dinner, set a pan of water to simmer with 2 drops each of Lemon and Clove Bud to cut through any
lingering cooking smells, especially after frying or roasting.

59. Carpet Deodorizer

Drip 40 drops Tangerine into 1 cup baking soda. Place in a container with holes in the lid, such as a
recycled Parmesan cheese shaker, and shake over the carpet before vacuuming.

60. Cut-the-Chemicals Paint Dispersant

Add 2-3 Lemon to a gallon of paint before painting to help disperse the VOC's (Volatile Organic
Compounds).

61. Dishwasher Refresh

Drip 1-2 drops Lemon or Peppermint onto sponges or dishcloths and include them in the next dishwashing
cycle in the dishwasher to refresh and dispel odors in both the dishwasher and the sponges.

62. Bathroom Bouquet

Drip 1 drop Lavender on the inside of the toilet paper roll for a boost of scent every time the roll turns.

63. Diaper Pail Freshener

Combine 1 cup baking soda, 10 drops Lemon, 10 drops Grapefruit, and 5 drops Lime in a jar with a tight
lid. Shake to combine well, then sprinkle a bit at the bottom of the diaper pail. If you use cloth diapers, you
may sprinkle it over the diapers as they accumulate in the pail as well.

64. Cloth Diaper Laundry Booster

Stir 4 drops Lavender and 4 drops Tea Tree into 1/4 cup washing soda. Add to your wash cycle for an extra
boost.

65. Trash Can Odor Remover

Drip 3 drops Thyme and 2 drops Lavender onto a cotton ball and place it at the bottom of the garbage
can before a new bag is added to quell all those unpleasant trash odors.

66. DIY Car Freshener

Glue mini craft pom-poms onto mini clothes pins, then drip essential oil onto the pom-poms and clip onto
the air vents in your car. To reduce stress in traffic, use 2 drops each Lavender and Bergamot. To help with
car sickness, use 2 drops each of Peppermint and Ginger. For general freshness, use 2 drops of Clary
Sage and Vanilla.

67. Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Place 1/2 cup baking soda, 2 tablespoons hydrogen peroxide, and 10 drops Lemon in a squeeze-top
bottle, such as a leftover ketchup bottle or peri-rinse hospital bottle. Shake gently to combine into a paste
- if the mixture is too thick, add water 1 teaspoon at a time. Squeeze under the rim of the toilet and scrub
well.

68. Scrub-a-Dub-Dub Soft Scrub

Stir together 1/2 cup baking soda, 2 tablespoons water, 3 drops Cypress, 3 drops Cedarwood Atlas, and 3
drops Black Spruce until a thick paste forms. Use it on sinks, tubs, grout, and anywhere a bit of scrubbing
action is needed.

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69. Floor Cleaner
Combine 1 gallon of hot water with 1/4 cup castile soap, 20 drops Cypress, 20 drops Cedarwood Atlas,
and 20 drops Pine. Use as a spray or mopping solution.

70. Silverware Polish

Drip 1-2 drops Lemon onto a dry rag and use to polish silverware.

71. Fridge Cleaner

Combine 8 cups of warm water with 2 tablespoons castile soap, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and 10 drops
Lemon and use it to wipe down shelves and surfaces in the refrigerator.

72. Burned Pan Rescue

Add enough water to a pan with burned-on food to cover the bottom by 3/4 inch. Add 5 drops Lemon,
bring to a boil, then simmer to loosen burnt residue. Remove from the heat and scrape out loosened
food before the pan boils dry.

73. Ants and Spiders and Creepy Crawlies, Oh My!

Combine 1 cup baking soda and 30 drops Peppermint in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well, then
sprinkle along baseboards and wherever insects or small rodents are entering the home.

74. Cutting Board Cleaner

Set out two 4 ounce dark colored glass spray bottles - fill one with hydrogen peroxide and one with
white vinegar. Add 10 drops Lemon and 5 drops Lavender to the bottle with vinegar, then generously
spray cutting boards using both bottles. Let air dry or set in the sun, then put away when completely dry.

75. Fridge Freshener

Combine 1 cup baking soda and 15 drops Lemon and 15 drops Peppermint in a mason jar with holes in
the lid. Set in the refrigerator and shake periodically to reboot its air freshening power.

76. Juicy Fruit Sink Scrub

Stir together 2 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of salt, then dip in 4 drops Lime, 3 drops
Lemon, and 2 drops Grapefruit. Add just enough water to create a paste (start with 1 teaspoon) and mix
well. Use the mixture to scrub all around the sink, faucet, and drain area, then rinse well. (You can also
use dried eggshells and old citrus rinds in place of the salt.)

77. Wood Floor Wash

Add 1 1/2 cups water, 1 1/2 cups white vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large glass spray bottle.
Add 20 drops Black Spruce, 20 drops Rosemary, 10 drops Cedarwood, and 10 drops Lemon. Shake to
combine, and then spray the entire area of flooring. Dry mop or wipe the floor dry.

78. Zen Yoga Mat Spritz

Combine 3 drops Tea Tree, 3 drops Thyme, 3 drops Ravintsara, 2 drops Patchouli, 1/4 cup witch hazel,
and 3/4 cup water in a 4-ounce spray bottle. Shake, spray, and wipe your yoga mat after every use.

79. Bite the Dust (Mites) Linen Spray

In a 4-ounce glass bottle, pour in 1/3 cup Lavender hydrosol or water, then add 20 drops Geranium, 6
drops Palmarosa, 3 drops Ravintsara, 4 drops Tea Tree, and 5 drops Lemongrass. Wash all linens and
blankets in hot water and dry well. While linens are drying, vacuum and spray mattress, then remake bed,
spraying the linen spray as each sheet and blanket is added back to the bed. Spray bedding several
times a day until you're sure no dust mites remain.

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JUST FOR KIDS
80. Monsters Away
Add 1/3 cup Lavender hydrosol or water to a 4-ounce glass spray bottle and add 5 drops Lavender and 5
drops Roman Chamomile. Spritz this calming blend around the child's bedroom, particularly under the bed
and in dark spaces, to scare away the “monsters” at bedtime.

81. Time for Bed, Kiddos! Diffuser Blend

Add 3 drops Patchouli, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Sandalwood, and 2 drops Ylang-Ylang (Complete) to a
diffuser. Diffuse before bedtime and intermittently as the children are going to sleep.

82. Mr. Sandman Diffuser Blend

Add 5 drops Bergamot, 2 drops Roman Chamomile, 1 drop Ylang-Ylang (Complete), and 1 drop Cedarwood
Atlas to a diffuser. Diffuse before bed or intermittently during the night.

83. Mama's Kisses Bumps & Bruises Spray

Drip 5 drops Lavender into a 1-ounce spray bottle and top up with water or Lavender hydrosol. Whenever
someone comes crying from a bump or bruise, shake the bottle well and spritz the area to place their
mind at ease.

84. Growing Pains Massage Oil Blend

Pour 2 teaspoons fractionated coconut oil into an empty 15mL essential oil bottle or empty roller bottle
and add 2 drops Frankincense carterii, 2 drops Roman Chamomile, 1 drop Juniper Berry, 1 drop Sweet
Marjoram, and 1 drop Lavender. Massage into the legs whenever growing pains present.

85. Breathe Deep for Kids

Add 2 drops Cedarwood Atlas, 2 drops Fir Needle OR Black Spruce, and 2 drops Sweet Orange to a
diffuser. Diffuse intermittently through the night to help kids breathe freely when coughs and sniffles
threaten to take over.

86. Quick Chest Rub (for kids of all ages)

Drip 2 drops Lavender, 2 drops Cedarwood Atlas, and 2 drops Sweet Orange into 2 tablespoons of
Almond or Jojoba oil, then rub on the chest to relieve congestion.

87. Bugs Be Gone!

Pour 2 tablespoons witch hazel into a 4-ounce glass spray bottle, then add 25 drops Geranium, 15 drops
Lemon Eucalyptus, and 5 drops Patchouli. Top up with your choice of Catnip hydrosol (preferable),
Peppermint hydrosol, or water.

88. Bug Itch

Dab 1 drop Lavender directly on bug bites to soothe itching. For kids under two, use lavender hydrosol.

89. Kid-Friendly Muscle Rub

Combine 1 drop Spearmint and 3 drops Frankincense to 1 tablespoon of unscented lotion. Gently rub on
overworked muscles.

90. Paint the Dots Rash Remedy

Place 1 tablespoon bentonite clay into a small bowl and add 1 teaspoon of water. Mash with a fork until a
smooth paste forms, adding more water a bit at a time as necessary. Stir in 1 drop Lavender. Give the bowl
along with a cotton-tipped swab to a child with chicken pox or other itchy, bumpy rashes and let them
paint each dot with the clay. The clay will dry and flake off or can be washed off in a tepid bath.

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MOOD + AMBIENCE
91. Brain Fog Relief Blend
Drip 6 drops Ravintsara, 6 drops Black Spruce, and 3 drops Peppermint onto the wick of an aromatherapy
inhaler. Use as often as necessary to feel the cobwebs lift.

92. Focus Inhaler

Drip 5 drops Vetiver, 3 drops Frankincense, 2 drops Lavender, 2 drops Cedarwood, and 1 drop Ylang-
Ylang (Complete) onto the wick of a aromatherapy inhaler. Inhale as often as needed while studying or
working on projects to improve focus and calm an anxious mind.

93. Carpe Diem Diffuser Blend

Add 5 drops Lemon, 2 drops Lime, 2 drops Tangerine, and 2 drops Black Pepper to a diffuser as you
begin your day to boost your energy and promote alertness.

94. On the Road Again

Drip 10 drops Peppermint, 5 drops Lemon, 3 drops Fennel Seed, 2 drops Ginger Root, and 2 drops
Lavender to the wick of an aromatherapy inhaler. Use as often as need to keep drowsiness and
carsickness at bay.

95. When Life Gets Tough, the Tough Get Massaging

Place 1 tablespoon Almond oil in a small bowl and drip in 10 drops Clary Sage, 4 drops Roman Chamomile,
and 4 drops Frankincense. Firmly massage it into your legs, arms, shoulders, and neck to promote deep
relaxation.

96. Whistle While You Work Diffuser Blend

Add 5 drops Tangerine, 5 drops Peppermint, 3 drops Spruce, and 2 drops Juniper Berry to a diffuser.
Diffuse at any time of day to uplift your thinking, your mood, and your attitude.

97. Lighten Up, Buttercup!

Add 5 drops Blood Orange, 5 drops Tangerine, and 5 drops of Rosewood to the wick of an aromatherapy
inhaler. Use as often as desired to lighten your mood when you're feeling cranky.

98. Memory Boost Inhaler

Drip 10 drops Rosemary, 5 drops Vetiver, and 5 drops Bergamot onto the wick of an aromatherapy inhaler.
Use whenever needing extra focus or memory.
This blend is not suitable for children under 10.

99. Love Potion Massage Oil

Drip 15 drops Sandalwood, 12 drops Ylang-Ylang (Complete), 8 drops Jasmine Absolute, 6 drops
Geranium, and 4 drops Patchouli into a 4-ounce dark-colored pump bottle. Top up with Almond oil or
fractionated coconut oil.

100. Anxiety Relief Inhaler

Drip 5 drops Spikenard, 5 drops Spearmint, 5 drops Bergamot Mint, and 2 drops Patchouli onto the wick
of an aromatherapy inhaler. Breathe deeply from the inhaler as often as needed throughout the day to feel
supported and at peace.

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101. Scented Pine Cones
Drip 1 drop Cinnamon Bark and 1 drop Sweet Orange OR 2 drops Spruce, Fir Needle, or Cedarwood on
a pine cone. Repeat with 2-3 other pine cones, then place with several unscented pine cones in a large,
glass vase and use as cheery decor.

102. After the Feast Digestive Diffuser

Place 6 drops Ginger, 4 drops Roman Chamomile, and 2 drops Lemongrass in a diffuser. Diffuse
intermittently for 2-3 hours to help take the edge off, post-feasting.

103. Gingerbread Room Spray

Make the house smell like you've been baking for days! Mix 5 drops Ginger, 4 drops Clove Bud, 2 drops
Nutmeg, and 2 drops Cinnamon in 1 tablespoon of baking soda, then spoon the baking soda mixture into
a dark glass spray bottle and add 1/2 cup water. Shake well and spray generously. Throw out any unused
portion after 3-4 weeks.

104. Orange Clove Room Spray

Place two tablespoons of water and 1 teaspoon baking soda in a 1 ounce glass spray bottle. Drip in 3
drops Clove Bud and 8 drops Sweet Orange. Shake well and spray generously. Shake well before each
use and throw out any unused portion after 3-4 weeks.

105. Oh, Christmas Tree Diffuser Blend

Add 3 drops Scotch Pine, 2 drops Black Spruce, 3 drops Cedarwood Atlas, and 3 drops Fir Needle to
a diffuser. Diffuse intermittently through the day to enjoy the scent of a Christmas tree freshly brought
inside.

106. Pine & Peppermint Glass & Window Cleaner

In a large spray bottle, combine 1 cup vodka, 1 cup white vinegar, 20 drops Pine, and 10 drops Peppermint.
Top up with water, shake well, and spray on glass, mirrors, and countertops. Wipe glass clean with a
microfiber or lint-free cloth for a streak-free shine.

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107. Exotic Floral Garden Perfume Roller
Place 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 drops Cedarwood, 2 drops Patchouli, 1 drop Ylang-Ylang, 3 drops
Sweet Orange, 2 drops Lavender, and 1 drop Bergamot into a roller ball, then top-up with Almond oil or
fractionated coconut oil.

108. Woodsy Cologne

Place 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a decorative 1-ounce glass spray bottle and drip in 5 drops Fir Needle
and 5 drops Cedarwood Atlas. Top with witch hazel.

109. Peppermint Mocha Skin-So-Soft Scrub

In a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup organic ground coffee, 1/4 cup Almond or Olive oil, 1 tablespoon
cane sugar, and 5 drops Peppermint until homogenous. Scoop into a decorative 8-ounce jar and label as
desired. To use, scoop 1-2 tablespoons from the jar and rub in circular motions around the body.

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110. Sweet Feet Stinky Shoe Freshener
Pour 2 cups vodka into a glass spray bottle and drip in 10 drops Tea Tree, 10 drops Sweet Orange, and 5
drops Vanilla. . Shake well and spray the inside of stinky shoes to remove the smell. Use after each time
the shoes are used.

111. Make-It-Now Mouthwash

Pour 2 tablespoons witch hazel into a small glass and drip in 1 drop Peppermint, 1 drop Clove, and 1 drop
Myrrh. Swish the entire mixture in your mouth for 30 seconds and spit into the sink.

112. DIY Dandruff-Fighting Shampoo

Each time you wash your hair with your favorite shampoo, add 2 drops Tea Tree and 2 drops Lavender
into what you squirt into your hand to fight dandruff and promote a healthy scalp.

113. Acne Blaster

Dab lavender oil neat (undiluted) over acne affected areas. Apply daily, but don't continue for longer than
two consecutive weeks.

114. Sweet Facial Mask

Stir 2 drops Lavender into 1/4 cup honey and wipe over your entire face, avoiding the eyes. Leave for 10
minutes (being careful not to drip on any surface that can't be wiped off), then rinse well and pat your skin
dry.

115. Swooning Facial Toner

Make a deeply floral facial toner to rebalance your skin's pH by pouring 1/3 cup Geranium hydrosol, 1/4
cup Lavender hydrosol, and 2 tablespoons Lemon Verbena hydrosol into a 4-ounce spray bottle. Drip in 5
drops of Frankincense and shake well before using.

116. Sunshine, Lollipops, and Rainbows

For an energizing start to the day, drip a few drops of Peppermint and Blood Orange onto a washcloth and
place in the bottom of the shower.

117. DIY Perfume Roller

Place 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 drops Ylang-Ylang, 4 drops Cedarwood, 10 drops Lavender, 3 drops
Geranium, and 6 drops Neroli into a roller ball, then top-up with Almond oil or fractionated coconut oil.

118. DIY Cologne Spritz

Place 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a 1-ounce glass spray bottle and drip in 2 drops Ylang-Ylang, 5 drops
Cedarwood, 5 drops Vetiver, and 5 drops Cypress. Top with witch hazel and spritz as desired for a woodsy
body spray.

119. Hair Perfume

Place 1 teaspoon Jojoba oil in a 2-ounce glass spray bottle, then add 5 drops Lemongrass, 6 drops Clary
Sage, and 4 drops Vetiver. Top up with water. To use, shake well and spritz over hair for lingering scent.

120. Kiss Me Breath Spray

Drip 5 drops Spearmint into a 1 ounce spray bottle and top with witch hazel or Peppermint hydrosol for a
quick and easy breath spray.

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121. Strengthening Hair Serum
Place 1 tablespoon Jojoba oil in a small bowl and drip in 5 drops Tea Tree and 5 drops Rosemary. Rub
onto the scalp and along with hair shaft from root to tip. Wrap head with plastic wrap or a warm, moist
towel and let sit for 1-2 hours, then shampoo, rinse, and condition.

122. Don't Be Nice to Nits Lice Remover

Place 2 tablespoons Olive or Avocado oil in a small bowl and drip in 10 drops Tea Tree, 5 drops Geranium,
5 drops Lemon Eucalyptus, 5 drops Rosemary, and 5 drops Thyme. Stir well, then massage the entire
mixture into the scalp and through the dry, combed hair from root to tip. Cover the hair with a plastic
shower cap, then wrap a towel around the head. Let sit for 1 hour, then shampoo and rinse, repeating if
necessary.

123. Cedarwood Mustache Wax

Melt 1 ounce of beeswax over very low heat. (If your beeswax is in a solid block, grate it first.) Just before
it's fully melted, add 1/3 cup Jojoba or Almond oil. When the beeswax is fully melted, drip in 45 drops
Cedarwood, then stir with a wooden skewer or glass rod to ensure all the essential oils are dispersed.
Pour into a 4-ounce glass jar or metal tin and allow to cool fully. Style mustache as desired.

124. Leather Gloves Be Gone Hand Moisturizer

Place 1 teaspoon of Avocado oil in a small bowl and drip in 2 drops Sandalwood, 1 drop Sweet Orange,
and 1 drop Carrot Seed. Before going to bed, massage the entire mixture into hands as much as possible,
then cover with 100% cotton gloves and wear overnight.
If pregnant or breastfeeding, omit the Carrot Seed.

125. Blemish Blaster Spot Treatment

Mix 1 drop Tea Tree and 1 drop Sweet Orange with your fingers. Apply directly to blemishes once a day to
assist in cleansing and drying.

126. Acne Relief

Drip 5 drops of Myrrh, 3 drops of Lavender, and 4 drops of Frankincense into a 1-ounce bottle with a flip-
cap. Fill the bottle HALFWAY with aloe vera gel, then close the cap and shake vigorously to disperse the
oils in the aloe vera. Once the oils are well-mixed, fill the remainder of the bottle with the rest of the aloe
vera and shake again. Apply once to face to verify your facial skin won't react to the oils, then apply to
problem areas as needed.

127. DIY Tattoo Oil

In a 1-ounce glass bottle with a coned cap, pour in 1 tablespoon of Red Raspberry Seed oil and 1
tablespoon of Moringa oil OR Argan oil. Drip in 5 drops Frankincense, 5 drops Myrrh, 5 drops Helichrysum
italicum, and 5 drops German Chamomile. Cap the bottle and roll gently to blend. Apply to tattooed areas
regularly.

128. Mature Skin Moisturizer

Pour 1 teaspoon Rosehip seed oil into an empty essential oil bottle and drip in 1 drop Helichrysum Italicum,
1 drop Frankincense Sacra, and 1 drop Damask Rose Otto. Apply 3-5 drops of the mixture to the face and
neck once a day to smooth and nourish maturing skin.

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At Nourishing Joy, our mission is to equip and inspire busy parents to #choosejoy and
live with purpose, even in the midst of hard (and often messy) daily life. We focus on
natural and joy-filled living - and thus essential oils tend to play a very important part,
from helping our kids focus while doing homework to cleaning our homes in eco-friendly,
non-toxic ways.

Thus, we talk about essential oils a lot and are absolutely passionate about helping
families know how to use them both SAFELY and EFFECTIVELY. Using essential oils
SAFELY is absolutely paramount for the health and safety of your family!

If, after looking through the recipes in this book, you're wondering where you might
find the essential oils and supplies you need, we can help! There are several brands we
recommend - brands that consistently produce gorgeous essential oils and
help their customers use them safely.

Essential oils are wonderfully powerful and effective and no

one brand holds the market on being *the* best or *the*
purest. There are many brands producing cheap,
inferior essential oils, but there are also a multitude
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See our other essential oil resources:

• Interactive essential oil database

• GUIDE: How to use essential oils safely with babies and children

• The Printable Essential Oil Safety Cheatsheet

• Essential Oil Safety Fundamentals class

• Essential Oil Safety Cards

• Essential Oil Binder: An Organizer & Reference Guide