How to Use Essential Oils: A Simple Guide
How to Use Essential Oils for Everyday Wellness
Essential oils have been used for centuries to support physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. From calming the mind to supporting healthy skin and hair, these powerful plant extracts offer a natural way to enhance your daily routine. But if you’re new to essential oils, you might be wondering: How do I actually use them?
In this guide, we’ll explore simple, effective ways to use essential oils, explain why organic essential oils matter, and help you discover which essential oil is right for you.
Why Choose Organic Essential Oils?
When it comes to essential oils, quality matters. Organic essential oils are derived from plants grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilisers. This means:
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Purity: No unwanted chemicals entering your body
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Potency: Higher therapeutic value due to healthier soil and plants
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Sustainability: Better for the environment and biodiversity
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Skin Safety: Especially important if you’re using oils on your skin or hair
At New Dawn Organic Skin and Hair Care, we believe what you put on your body is just as important as what you put in it. Choosing organic ensures you’re getting the full benefits of nature - without compromise.
How to Use Essential Oils
1. Simply Inhale from the Bottle
One of the easiest ways to use essential oils is direct inhalation. Open the bottle, hold it a few inches from your nose, and take a slow, deep breath.
Best for:
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Stress relief
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Mental clarity
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Emotional balance
This method is quick, effective, and perfect when you’re on the go.
2. Diffuse
Diffusing essential oils disperses aromatic molecules into the air, creating a calming or uplifting atmosphere in your home. Add a few drops of your chosen oil to a diffuser filled with water.
Best for:
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Relaxation
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Sleep support
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Purifying indoor air
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Creating a soothing environment
Lavender, Rose Geranium and Benchmark Thyme are popular diffuser choices.
3. Dry Evaporation
Place a few drops of essential oil on a cotton ball, tissue, or cloth and allow it to evaporate naturally into the air. You can keep it nearby on your desk or bedside table.
Best for:
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Subtle aromatherapy
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Workspaces
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Travel or small rooms
This is a gentle option if you prefer a lighter aromatherapy experience.
4. Apply to Skin
Essential oils can be absorbed through the skin when properly diluted with a carrier oil such as jojoba, coconut, or almond oil. Common application points include wrists, temples, and the soles of the feet.
Important: Always perform a patch test before topical use.
There are also some essential oils that are generally considered safe to apply directly to the skin in small amounts. For example:
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Lavender oil may be used on minor cuts, bites, or burns to help soothe and support skin healing.
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Tea Tree oil is often used as a targeted treatment for blemishes and acne due to its natural antibacterial properties.
At New Dawn, we make this step easy for you. Our organic skin and hair care products are infused with carefully selected essential oils, allowing you to enjoy all the benefits without the guesswork of blending or diluting. Each product is thoughtfully formulated to be effective, gentle, and safe for regular use - making it a simple, stress-free way to incorporate essential oils into your daily self-care routine.
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5. Aromatherapy Bath
Adding essential oils to a warm bath is a deeply relaxing experience. When your bath water is just the right temperature for you, put a few drops of organic essential oil onto the water, swish around and step in. I like nothing better than a lavender bath at the end of the day.
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Muscle relaxation
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Stress relief
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Skin nourishment
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Emotional wellbeing
This method combines aromatherapy with full-body relaxation.
What Essential Oil Is Good for Me?
Choosing the right essential oil depends on your needs. Here’s a helpful guide to some of the organic essential oils we offer and their benefits:
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Lavender: Calming, supports sleep, soothes skin
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Tea Tree: Antibacterial, supports clear skin and scalp health
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Peppermint: Energising, relieves headaches, improves focus
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Lemongrass: Uplifting, cleansing, boosts mood
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Ylang Ylang: Promotes positivity, reduces stress
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Patchouli: Grounding and balancing, supports dry or mature skin and emotional wellbeing
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Rose Geranium: Balancing for hormones and mood, supports healthy, glowing skin
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Benchmark Thyme: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, supports immunity and helps purify the skin
You can explore our full collection of organic essential oils here:
New Dawn Organic Essential Oils Collection
FAQs About Essential Oils
Are essential oils safe to use daily?
Yes, when used correctly and in moderation. Always follow dilution guidelines for topical use.
Can I apply essential oils directly to my skin?
Some oils may be used neat, but most should be diluted. Using products already formulated with essential oils removes this uncertainty.
Are essential oils safe for sensitive skin?
Organic oils are gentler, but sensitivity varies. Patch testing is always recommended.
Can essential oils be used for hair care?
Absolutely. Essential oils can support scalp health, hair growth, and strength - especially when blended into quality organic hair care products.
Bottom Line
Organic essential oils are a powerful yet simple way to support your wellbeing - physically, emotionally, and environmentally. Whether you choose to inhale, diffuse, bathe, or use them through expertly formulated skin and hair care, small daily rituals can make a lasting difference.
Ready to experience the benefits of essential oils for yourself?
Browse our organic essential oils and essential-oil-infused skin and hair care products and start making small, positive changes that feel good - for you and the planet.
Sources
https://www.nhc.com/essential-oils
https://www.theplantguru.com/page/pure-vs-organic-essential-oils-whats-the-difference/
https://upmovement.org.uk/live-well/aromatherapy/
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