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Essential Oils For Clean Air

Date
Jun, 17, 2020
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We all face risks every day — especially in today’s climate. But it’s easy to forget that some of the risk you are facing is within your own home. As adults we spend roughly 90% of our time indoors; in stagnant air that can be dense with pollution, bacteria, and possibly viruses. It might not seem like something as simple as air could cause too much damage at first, put for those most ill, air quality and cleanliness can be a huge factor in recovery (or lack of).

I’ve been using essential oils for several years now and it never ceases to amaze me how helpful they can be for so many different problems. It’s common to diffuse essential oils for the scent alone — but one of my favorite ways to use them is to purify the air in my home. Depending on the oil, they can be antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, and/or antimicrobial. It’s such a small act to implement into your daily routine that can make a really big difference.

My favorite combination might have to be eucalyptus and lemon essential oils together. Together they are incredibly fresh and energizing! And since each oil has its own different properties and benefits, I’m covering all my bases for what I’m trying to achieve (extra cleaner air).

My favorite essential oils to diffuse for clean air:

EUCALYPTUS

It’s biggest defense: Antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral 

Additional benefits: Promotes clear breathing and a sense of relaxation 

Shop for eucalyptus essential oil

LAVENDER

It’s biggest defense: Antibacterial 

Additional benefits: It is moisturizing for dry or irritated skin and promote deep relaxation and sleep 

Shop for lavender essential oil

THYME

It’s biggest defense: Antibacterial, anti-fungal

Additional benefits: Supports a healthy immune system and can ward off nightmares 

Shop for thyme essential oil

TEA TREE

It’s biggest defense: Antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral

Additional benefits: Soothes irritated skin, acne, and works as a deodorizer 

Shop for tea tree essential oil

LEMON

It’s biggest defense: Antibacterial, anti-fungal, antimicrobial

Additional benefits: Supports respiratory function and can aid digestion 

Shop for lemon essential oil

GERANIUM

It’s biggest defense: antibacterial, antimicrobial,

Additional benefits: Promotes clear skin and is a natural insect repellent

Shop for geranium essential oil

Make sure when choosing an essential oil brand that you research their sourcing and quality. Look closely at the ingredients for hidden synthetic fragrances or processed carrier oils that can be found in cheaper department store brands. Ensuring that the brand is reputable and ethically sourced will also increase your essential oil potency.

There are several clean brands out there, but my go-to is doTERRA. For more information about the company and why I love and trust them visit Why doTERRA.

Author

  • Alyssa McDowell

    Founder of Kind Publishing Co. Reiki Master, and Spiritual Guide ​Alyssa is the founder of Kind Publishing Co. and the force behind Of the Ether. She is dedicated to helping you acknowledge and transform your shadows, while tapping into your personal power, inner strength, and higher self. She is a Reiki Master (and teacher) in Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki III, which has enabled her to work with energy and develop her intuition and psychic abilities. Alyssa is a Taurus Sun, Enneagram 5, and Manifesting Generator who enjoys cashew milk matcha lattés and reading (and collecting) books of various genres.

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