Essential Oils for Body Systems

Essential Oils can support various body systems through aromatherapy or topical application. Even showing promising effects in research and traditional practices.

Integumentary System: Myrrh and Tea Tree

Lymphatic System: Oregano and Citrus blends

Respiratory System: Breathe and Frankincense

Digestive System: Fennel, Peppermint and Ginger

Urinary System: Cypress, Cinnamon and Thyme

Reproductive System: Clary Sage and Geranium

Skeletal System: Wintergreen and Lemongrass

Muscular System: Marjoram or Rosemary

Nervous System: Lavender and Bergamot

Endocrine System: Jasmine and Magnolia

Cardiovascular System: Ylang Ylang and Copaiba

There are three primary ways to use essential oils. First there’s aromatically, when you inhale the oil’s aroma either from the bottle or via steam or a diffuser. You can also apply them topically—just be sure to dilute it with a carrier oil like olive oil before application. With most oils you can dispense a few diluted drops on your skin. With others you’ll want to add them to your favorite lotion, cream or bath gel. Finally, you can even ingest small amounts of a few select essential oils to enjoy their flavors as well as their benefits.

However you use your oils, we recommend you always check the label on how to best apply them. Essential oils are highly concentrated natural extracts located in a plant’s seeds, leaves, bark, flowers, roots, stems, rinds and other parts. Distillers of essential oils use various methods to extract these oils that render them even more potent than they were in their respective plants. In such a concentrated form, it’s important to know how to use oils safely and what precautions to take.