What are the top 5 essential oils?

1.  Rosemary Oil

Rosemary oil is a very popular essential oil because of its versatility as it has a wide range of uses.It has analgesic , antiarthritic, antibacterial , antifungal, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic , antispasmodic, aphrodisiac properties, among others.

Some of its popular uses are:

• reduction of arthritis and rheumatic pain
• muscle cramp relief
• dandruff treatment
• hairloss control
• relief of respiratory discomfort.

Rosemary essential oil should be diluted 50:50 with a carrier oil before use. It can be inhaled directly, ingested or applied topically.

2. Peppermint oil

Is commonly used in a wide range of commercial products and is one of the least expensive essential oils out there.It has analgesic , antibacterial , anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties among others.

Peppermint oil is commonly used for:

• aches and pains
• headaches
• respiratory infections
• cold sores
• itchy skin, eczema and psoriasis.

It should be diluted 50:50 with a carrier oil before use. It can be inhaled directly, ingested and applied topically.

3. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil has antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic and antiviral properties among others.

• It is commonly used to:
• relieve colds, sinusitis , and bronchitis.
• stimulate the immune system.
• Treat skin conditions like acne and calms skin irritation.

Tea tree oils should be diluted before use.

4. Lavender Oil

Lavender oil is a popular essential oil found in many household products, lotions, massage oils, and bath products.This essential oil has analgesic , antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antifungal , antiseptic, antispasmodic properties among others.

It has a wide range of therapeutic uses like:

• Soothing insomnia
• Relieving nervous tension
• Relieving premenstrual symptoms
• Relieving skin conditions like acne and controls excessive oil production
• Reducing blood pressure and cholesterol
• Treating allergies and asthma
• Aiding the healing of bruises and burns
• Relieving headaches
• Fighting mild bacterial and fungal infections like athletes foot and swimmer’s ear.
• Repellinginsects.

Lavender oil can be ingested, inhaled directly, applied topically on the skin or by diffusion.

5. Jasmine Oil

Jasmine oil is known for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory , aphrodisiac and expectorant properties among others.Jasmines are originally from Egypt, France, India, and Italy.

Some popular therapeutic uses of Jasmine essential oil:

• Reduces anxiety
• Relieves respiratory illnesses like congestion
• Alleviates premenstrual symptoms
• Promotes hormonal balance
• Treats skin conditions like acne and eczema
• It is an aphrodisiac

Jasmine essential oil can be directly inhaled, used topically or by diffusion.