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Detox with Essential Oils: Say Hello to a Healthier You
Detox with Essential Oils: Say Hello to a Healthier You
Welcome to the world of essential oils where 100% natural solutions await you. Essential oils powerfully support your body’s natural detox processes allowing your body to naturally rid itself of impurities. Not sure where to start? No problem, we’ve got you covered.* Keep reading to discover the top essential oils for an effective, rejuvenating detox.
The Science of Detoxification*
What is Detoxification?
Detoxification is the process of removing harmful substances from the body. It’s an essential process for overall health and well being.*
The Benefits of Detoxification
Detoxing can help improve health and wellness by increasing energy levels, improving digestive health, and boosting immune function.*
How Essential Oils Work in Detoxification
Essential oils can help support the natural detoxification process of the body by promoting healthy digestion, flushing toxins from organs, and increasing lymphatic flow.*
How Often to Detox?
The frequency of detoxing depends on lifestyle choices and individual health concerns. Always consult a healthcare professional prior to starting a detox program.*
Top Essential Oils for Detoxification
Lemon Essential Oil is well known for its potent detoxifying capabilities as it supports digestion and liver function. It can be used topically or through aromatic diffusion.*
You will find lemon essential oil in our Arthritis Comfort Massage Oil which has a fresh scent and contains bay leaf, tea tree, lemon, cedarwood, frankincense, and myrrh essential oils plus sunflower seed oil, apricot kernel oil and sweet almond oil. These pure therapeutic essential oils help reduce arthritic inflammation and increase movement.*
Grapefuit Essential Oil is known to help reduce inflammation in the body while promoting optimal lymphatic flow. It can be used topically or through aromatic diffusion.
Cypress Essential Oil is known to support the lymphatic system, reducing inflammation, and promoting relaxation.* It can be used topically or diffused aromatically.
Peppermint Essential Oil is known to help support healthy bowel function and digestion. It can be used topically or diffused aromatically.*
Peppermint essential oil is also available in our Peppermint (Lickable, Kissable) Edible Massage Oil to help increase the ability to pay attention, while also increasing energy and focus.* Peppermint is used for many spiritual purposes as well. Peppermint essential oil revitalizes depleted energy and improves positive thinking.* Peppermint also helps the mind – it enhances focus and renews lost energy.*
Sweet Fennel Essential Oil is a lymphatic decongestant with a cleansing and stimulating action that tones the spleen, kidneys and liver.* This oil helps to detoxify cases of arthritis, cellulite, and drug and alcohol addiction.*
Lavender Essential Oil can be used to treat a variety of ailments, its primary focus is on enabling the body to achieve a state of balance or homeostasis.* It does this through enhancing the body’s ability to produce natural antioxidants and healing agents.*
Lavender essential oil is available in our Lavender (Lickable, Kissable) Edible Massage Oil which is relaxing, calming and balancing.* This oil promotes relaxation, calms emotional anxiety and depression.* Lavender (Lickable, Kissable) Edible Massage Oil can also be used for insomnia, eczema, nausea, and to relieve menstrual cramps.*
Oregano Essential Oil is a powerful antibacterial oil that can help fight off pathogens, parasites, and bacteria.* It is also high in antioxidants, which means it’s great to have on hand during cold and flu season.*
Lemongrass Essential Oil contains geraniol and citral, which have both been shown to have antibacterial and antifungal properties.* It also contains elemicin and citronellol, which are known for their ability to reduce inflammation and pain.*
Lemongrass essental oil is available in our Calming Massage Oil. Calming Massage Oil is made with the most relaxing and balancing essential oils we could find. This massage oil is not only soothing for the body but also for your mind. Using Calming Massage Oil is a great way to unwind after a stressful day or as you prepare for a relaxing sleep.*
Orange Essential Oil is known to be uplifting, refreshing and energizing.* With a fresh orange peel scent, this essential oil is great at providing energy and freeing of the mind.* Orange essential oil is also said to be a good mood enhancer, making it a great addition to your daily routine.
Orange essential oil is available in our Tropical Orange (Lickable, Kissable) Edible Massage Oil with a fresh orange peel scent, this massage oil is great at providing energy and freeing of the mind.*
Ginger Root Essential Oil is known for its digestive benefits, which makes it an excellent choice for those suffering from indigestion or bloating after eating too much food at once! Ginger root essential oil can also be used as an expectorant by inhaling its vapors directly from the bottle.
Juniper Berry Essential Oil is believed to help the body throw off toxic wastes and aid your health in a number of ways. It’s chemical profile is believed to be beneficial in supporting cognitive function and overall mental health. Juniper berry’s calming scent is also believed to produce sedative effects. Diffusing this oil during meditation or prior to sleep can help one feel calm and relaxed.
Methods of Using Essential Oils for Detox
Diffusing essential oils into the air is an easy way to reap the benefits of these potent plant compounds. You can also create your own blends by adding oils to water in a diffuser or through inhalation.*
Topical Application
Essential oils can be diluted with a carrier oil and applied topically on the skin for beneficial effects.* This method is often used for massage, skincare, and pain relief.*
Biosource Naturals massage oils contain therapeutic quality essential oils and premium grade fragrance oils, where noted, plus a harmonious blend of sunflower, apricot kernel and sweet almond oils to help boost the body’s natural detox process.* Their exquisite formulas allow hands to glide over the skin and achieve deep penetration.
You will find all 38 scents of our therapeutic massage oils here.
Internal Use
Our position on the ingestion of essential oils is that all of our oils are undiluted, pure and natural and suitable for therapeutic purposes. We do NOT recommend the ingestion of essential oils as they are highly concentrated and can cause damage internally if administered without expertise.* This is also the position of the International Federation of Aromatherapists.
GRAS is the Food and Drug Administration’s designation for food additives ‘Generally Recognized as Safe’. FA is the designation for ingredients approved as food additives. Essential oils are included on this list, as many of them are used for food flavorings and preservatives (due to their high anti-oxidant capacity and anti-microbial actions).*
Please be aware of any particular safety considerations of the essential oil variety and your specific health condition before ingesting any essential oil.* Read more on GRAS here and download the FREE Chart: Essential Oils on GRAS List.
Safety Precautions When Using Essential Oils for Detox
Always choose pure, high-quality essential oils that are free of synthetic additives and fillers. BioSource Naturals pure essential oils, absolutes and essential oil blends are pure, undiluted essential oils of therapeutic quality. This is often dubbed therapeutic grade. Our pure essential oils are not diluted with solvents or additives.
Skin Test First
Unless otherwise stated, never use essential oils on your skin without diluting the essential oil with a carrier oil. Before use, do a skin patch test to ensure there are no adverse reactions to the oil. Place a small amount of the blended oil on the inside of your elbow, cover with a bandage and check in 24 hours. If you experience any soreness, redness or irritation do not use.
Dilute Properly with Carrier Oil
Essential oils are highly concentrated and should always be diluted before use, especially when applying topically. We have many carrier oils to dilute pure essential oils and essential oil blend concentrates: Apricot Kernel Oil, Cucumber Seed Oil Carrier Oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil,Grape Seed Oil, Jojoba, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Prickly Pear Seed Oil, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Sunflower Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Tomato Seed Oil, and Watermelon Seed Oil.
All carrier oils can be purchased directly from this page.
Consult a Professional
Do not use essential oils if pregnant, nursing, diabetic if noted on the essential oil page or blend page. Consult your physician and other reference guides for complete information.
Be sure to read our blog on “Essential Oils & Ten Biggest Mistakes You Can Make“.
For further information, we recommend the following reference books. You may also read our article A Beginner’s Guide to Using Essential Oils.
Digestion Support Essential Oil Blend
Digestion issues like indigestion, constipation, chronic stomachaches, or other digestive problems, have many folks turning to essential oils for relief. Essential oils for digestion are safe and natural, and many professionals stand by their healing capabilities.* Adhering to a healthy lifestyle, with a well-balanced diet, exercise, and adding Digestion Support Essential Oil Blend to your daily routine can provide much needed relief from digestive issues.*
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Directions: Dilute 4-5 drops with a teaspoon of chosen carrier oil. Apply on stomach area.
Packaged: Concentrate 15 ml (0.5 oz) & 30 ml (1 oz).
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I detox with essential oils?
The frequency of detoxing depends on lifestyle choices and individual health concerns.* Always consult a healthcare professional prior to starting a detox program.
Are there any side effects to using essential oils during detox?
Some individuals may experience mild detox symptoms such as headaches and fatigue.* If symptoms persist, discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner.
Do I need to ingest essential oils for them to work?
Not necessarily. Essential oils can be used safely through aromatic diffusion and topical application.* Our position on the ingestion of essential oils is that all of our oils are undiluted, pure and natural and suitable for therapeutic purposes. We do NOT recommend the ingestion of essential oils as they are highly concentrated and can cause damage internally if administered without expertise.* This is also the position of the International Federation of Aromatherapists.
Can children use essential oils for detox?
Children should ONLY use essential oils under close supervision and with guidance from a healthcare practitioner.*
Conclusion
Essential oils are an effective tool for supporting your body’s natural detoxification process. By incorporating essential oils into your self-care routine, you can create a healthier and happier you.*
*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease.