I Have An Oil For That - First Aide

Below are oils for specific conditions. They can be used topically or diffused, unless otherwise specified. Experiment with blending a few to enhance the benefits; after a while you will find what combination works best for you.  

Insect bites:

Arborvitae, Basil, Cinnamon, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, dōTERRA Purify

Allergic reaction from bites or stings:

Basil, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Lavender, Lemon, TeaTree, Melissa, Peppermint, Thyme

Sunburn:

Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Lavender, Peppermint, Sandalwood, dōTERRA Immortelle

Infection:

Juniper Berry, TeaTree, Oregano, dōTERRA Purify, dōTERRA On Guard

Cuts/wounds: Cleaning

Cassia, Cedarwood, Cypress, Frankincense, Lemongrass, TeaTree, Myrrh

Cuts/wounds: Healing

Basil, Black Pepper, Cypress, Douglas Fir, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Helichrysum (Clean wound before using), TeaTree, Sandalwood

Active bleeding:

Cypress, Frankincense, Heilchrysum, Lavender, Geranium

Bruising:

Arborvitae, Cypress, Clove, Fennel, Geranium, Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Lavender, Oregano, Roman Chamomile

Itching: Excessive

Cilantro, Lavender, Lemon, TeaTree, Melissa, Patchouli, Vetiver, Wild Orange

Burns:

Clove, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Helichrysum, Lavender, Myrrh, Peppermint, dōTERRA Immortelle

Top picks for a First Aid kit

*my must have choices

Clove

Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, strong antiseptic, antiviral, disinfectant, antioxidant, and immune stimulant

*Frankincense

Anticatarrhal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant, immune support and sedative.

Geranium

Antibacterial, anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, and sedative

*Helichrysum

Antibacterial, anticatarrhal, anticoagulant, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antiviral,expectorant and mucolytic

*Lavender

Analgesic, anticoagulant, anticonvulsant, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic and sedative 

Marjoram

Antibacterial, anti-infectious, antiseptic, arterial vasodilator and sedative

Oregano (dilute)

Antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, antiseptic to the respiratory system, antiviral, and immune stimulant.

Peppermint

Analgesic, antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, and antiviral.

Rosemary

Analgesic, antibacterial anticatarrhal, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and expectorant.

*TeaTree

Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiparasitic, strong antiseptic, antiviral, decongestant, digestive, expectorant, insecticidal, neurotoxicity, stimulant and tissue regenerative.

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Sources: The Essential Life, Modern Essentials, Advanced Oil Magic