My kitchen and office are lined up with Essential oils! In fact my husband found matches in the bathroom and wondered why they were there and I told him how I lit one of the candles while soaking in the tub with a couple of drops of lavender. He then replied, “I thought we didn’t believe in candles anymore” .
It’s quite skeptical how my husband was at first and is now promoting them not only from home but even at church. My office has a table there that contains a variety of oils.
Just last week I had a church member one week over due with her third child. She was miserable. I grabbed Clary Sage and Jasmine and put several drops around her ankles and on top of her feet. I told her also to add Lavender also since she had that at home. Within hours she went into labor and had her baby girl shortly after (two hours when she was scheduled to be induced) She got her natural help and planned delivery! 
It seems like there is one for any ailment or condition you might have. You can also use them for cleaning, there is one for practically everything!
I found this ABC “go to” list for newbies, and people like me, who want a quick reference to grab when you want to find the right essential oil. I tried to include some of the most common conditions and some essential oil lingo that is a must have if you want to be able to talk essential oils!
Note: For the conditions listed only one or two oils are suggested; however, there are many oils or blends that will work great too!
Here’s A To Z List Of The Many Uses For Essential Oils:
A is for Anxiety –Apply Valor to bottom of feet or neck. Also use *breathe in method (see below). Valor II is available if Valor is out of stock.
B is for Brain – Use Peppermint to boost memory and concentration. *Breathe in (see below) I know Brain Power is great too as well as Clarity blend.
C is for Colds – Use Thieves oil. Apply 1-3 drops neat or diluted 50:50 on throat (upper), chest and /or back. Some people apply it to the bottom of their feet, massage a few drops (neat which means undiluted). I add this with peppermint to my diffuser as well as Eucalyptus . Want to take it up another level, get the Thieves spray and spray in your mouth! Note: Be cautious using thieves oil on infants as it can be hot and/or irritate the baby’s skin.
D is for Diffuser – Diffusers help get the essential oil into the air in small particles (molecules) so you can inhale the essential oils effectively for the body to use. There are many types from attractive plug in ones that send a fine mist into the air or homemade reed diffusers. The oils will stay in the air for several hours promoting a more healthy environment even long after you may not smell them.
E is for Ears – If you have tinnitus (ringing in the ears) try Helichrysum oil and massage 1 drop diluted around the outside of the ear. The one place you don’t want to use oils is in the Eyes or Ear canal.
F is for Fatigue – I tried this one and it helped! Put 2-4 drops, diluted 50:50, of Peppermint on the thyroid area of the neck or temples and behind ears 2 to 3 times daily. I also made my own Peppermint and Lavender inhalers from Etsy .
G is for Gout – Use Juniper or Frankincense topically. Massage 1-3 drops (diluted) on joint.
H is for Headache – Put Peppermint oil (diluted with carrier oil) on temples. M-Grain is my favorite for tension of the neck!
I is for Insect Bite – Use the oil blend Purification, Lavender or Peppermint. Apply oil (diluted) to bite as soon as bitten.
J is for Joint Pain – Apply Wintergreen or Peppermint 3-5 drops diluted 50:50. The Blend PanAway is also great for this!
K is for Kidneys – Use Lemon essential oil. *Use breathe in method below. If you need support also for the bladder, Lemongrass is much stronger and is one of our Vitality oils to be used by adding a drop to your water and drinking from a glass container several times a day.
L is for Lymphatic system – To stimulate and detoxify use Lemongrass or Rosemary. Diffuse or use *breathe in method.
M is for Mosquito bites – Put 2 drops Tea tree oil or Lavender mixed with water or carrier oil on bite.
N is for Neat – This means when applying topically , the oil is not diluted and used straight from the bottle. Some people prefer to dilute, however when applying many essential oils to the bottom of feet it is usually fine to use neat.
O is for Oral Care – Peppermint and Spearmint, mix with water and use as mouthwash or brush teeth with, spit out. Helps bad breath and it is a great antiseptic. Orange will make your teeth whiter too.
P is for Pain – Use Peppermint for sore muscles. Take 4-6 drops and massage. We also offer a great massage oil for sore muscles such as Ortho Sport and Ortho Ease!
Q is for Quick – Essential oils work quickly. Studies have found that when essential oils are applied topically they were able to be used in the body by every cell in 20 minutes or less.
R is for Restless Legs – Use Chamomile or Lavender. Use *breathe in method (below), diffuse or apply topically 2-4 drops (I prefer diluted).
S is for Stretch Marks – Frankincense or Lavender 3 to 6 drops neat or diluted 50:50, 2 x day.
T is for Sore Throat – Eucalyptus oil, *breathe in method. Topical 50:50 to throat or steam in method: Add a few drops of oil to water, put towel over head and breathe in.
U is for Underarm – Mix approximately 10 drops Lavender oil with 1/4 cup baking soda for a natural deodorant.
V is for Varicose Veins – Use Lemon. Several drops mixed with carrier oil, rub on veins.
W is for Wrinkles – Use Lavender or Frankincense. Mix 3 to 4 drops 50:50 with carrier oil. Be careful not to get the oil in eyes.
X is for X-Ray – Melrose Essential oil blend for radiation therapy exposure (protection). Apply a few drops mixed with 50:50 with carrier oil.
Y is for Young – Look younger by applying Frankincense oil, which can help reduce and prevent wrinkles.
Z is for zzzzzz……Sleep – Put a few drops of Lavender on your pillow if you’re having trouble getting to sleep as well as a drop on your wrist and a couple of drops on the bottom of your feet
. I have a diffuser beside my bed with a couple of drops of lavender.
*Breathing In Essential Oils
Put 2 to 3 drops in your hand and after rubbing hands together, cup them around your nose and breathe in as the day goes on.
*Topical Applications
When applying topically you may want to dilute with a carrier oil such as coconut oil, almond oil or olive oil as some oils can be very strong if applied undiluted. It is recommended to do a skin patch test when using an essential oil for the first time.
Precautions:
For babies and small children use of essential oils should be done with caution in mind as they can be strong for them. For babies and children it is best to dilute them with a carrier oil such as olive oil or coconut oil.
Menthol containing oils, especially, should be used cautiously with children. These include oils such as; eucalyptus, camphor, and peppermint. They should not be used around the face and should be diluted for any small child.
Use all oils according to your discretion, oils are holistic care to support your body. If you need medical attention please keep this in mind and see also disclosure.
Country Girl 
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