Cooking with Essential Oils – Beyond Possibilities

Ever stared at your essential oil bottles and thought, “What now?” You’re not alone! That question is exactly what inspired our most recent class: 100 Uses for Essential Oils—and what a class it was!

Whether you’re brand new to essential oils or you’ve got a collection that rivals a small apothecary, this class was designed to take your oil use from hesitant to heck yes!

We laughed, we learned, we sniffed, we blended—and yes, we discovered dozens of ways to stop letting our oils gather dust and start letting them do the work they were made to do.

🌿 What We Covered: A Quick Recap

Our class was based on the super-handy guide 100 Uses for Essential Oils, and WOW—there’s a lot packed into that little booklet. Here’s how we broke it down in class:

✨ The Three Main Ways to Use Oils

Aromatic: Think diffusers, room sprays, and breathing in oils straight from your hands. We demoed some mood-boosting blends and even made a linen spray!
Topical: From head tension to bug bites to glowing skin—applying oils directly (with proper dilution) is a game-changer.
Internal: Yep, you can safely take some oils internally! Think Lemon in your water or DigestZen in a veggie cap for those tricky tummy days.

🌀 10 Everyday Categories That Covered It All:

We walked through 10 main areas where essential oils shine—and how YOU can put them to work in your everyday life:

Aromatic Use – Create uplifting or calming environments with just a few drops.
Topical Use – Rollers, massage blends, and tension-targeting tricks.
Internal Use – Gentle ways to support your immune and digestive systems.
Cooking – Elevate flavor and health with oils like Basil, Lemon, and Cinnamon.
Cleaning – Safe, non-toxic DIYs that leave your space sparkling and fresh.
Wellness – Think immunity, energy, and overall vitality.
Sleep – Because we all deserve better rest. Serenity, Lavender, and Roman Chamomile, anyone?
Hygiene + Personal Care – Ditch the chemicals and love your body with natural swaps.
Fitness – From pre-workout motivation to post-workout muscle love.
Mood Management – Oils that support emotional balance and mental clarity.

And yes—every single one of those had real-life, practical, doable tips. Plus, participants went home with their very own 100 Uses for Essential Oils handout to keep the inspiration going.

🎁 Missed It? You Still Have Options!

If you missed the class—don’t worry! You can still get your own copy of the 100 Uses for Essential Oils guide by scheduling a free 15-minute wellness consult with me. We’ll personalize your oils for your life, goals, and needs.

Want to host a version of this class with your friends or team? Let’s talk! I’d love to bring this oil adventure to your living room or Zoom screen.

🌈 Final Thoughts

Essential oils don’t have to be confusing. With a little guidance (and a lot of fun), they can become essential to how you care for your home, your body, and your emotions.

So go ahead—diffuse something uplifting. Roll something calming on your wrists. Drop some Lemon in your water. Because you’re more than capable of using your oils with confidence, purpose, and joy.

And remember… this is just the beginning. 🌿

Unwrap the Magic of the Holidays with Our DIY Essential Oils Crafts Class!

December 5, 2024 Beyond Possibilities

Discover festive DIY crafts using essential oils! Get inspired to add creativity and aroma to your holiday gifts. From upcycling the bottles to tasty treats we have ideas for everyone.

Let’s start off with some tasty treats to share with family and friends.

Chocolate SuperMint Christmas Crunch

Infused Stir Sticks

Easy Peppermint Bark

Sweet & Spicy

Citrus Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Peppermint Crispy Treats

Here are some great upcycling crafts prepared by Dana Marshall a member of the AromaVibe.

Potpourri Diffuser

Step 1: start with a mason jar that has air holes in it.

Step 2: gather your potpourri and decorations that you want to use inside your jar diffuser I used: • pinecones • evergreen sprigs • slice of wood • small balls

Step 3: Add essential oil to the pieces in your potpourri that will absorb essential oil (such as wood slices and pinecones)
Tip: The amount of essential oil you use will vary by the size of your jar. For the large jar in these photos, I use about 20-25 drops essential oil.
Tip: You can add more essential oils to refresh the potpourri when the essential oil scent dissipates. Depending on the strength of the oils, the size of the jar, and the size of the room that the diffuser is in, the scent can last from a day to a week or more.

Step 4: Layer the items into your jar diffuser. Continue to layer more items into your diffuser.

Step 5: Finish your diffuser by putting the lid on and tying a pretty ribbon around the neck of the jar. (Most of this information was found on Pinterest and I added my own twist.)

Twig Christmas Ornament

Step 1: gather your twigs… I found mine when I went for a walk in the park and pick them up off the ground.

Step 2: cut the twigs in various links from small to large. This will form the branches of the Christmas tree.

Step 3: hot glue, the twigs to a back by using a popsicle stick or another twig.

Step 4: you can put a star or a ball or a ribbon at the top of the tree, hot glue that along with a string to hang the ornament in your tree .

Step 5: Use 3 to 4 drops of your favorite oil on the twigs. You can add more oil as the scent fades.

doTerra Bottle Ornament

Step 1: Gather your empty bottles.

Step 2: Gather ribbons.

Step 3: Gather together, small decorative items . Hot glue, your ribbons, bows, decorative items to the top of the glass bottle. Leave the lid off the bottle so that it can diffuse the leftover oil that is in the bottle. Make sure to put a string to hang it in the tree.

doTERRA DIY Gifts

Decorative Bottle Display

Gingerbread Bath Bombs and Scrub

Need more ideas?

Which DIY Should I Try?

Deck the Halls with Essential Oils: A Holiday Scenting Guide

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Rosemary

September 6, 2019September 6, 2019 Beyond Possibilities

While it is frequently used for cooking, it also promotes healthy-looking hair, creates an energizing and refreshing atmosphere, and more.

Trying to relax? Let the renewing properties of Rosemary oil soothe your body and soul at the end of a long day by creating a relaxing essential oil bath. Adding essential oils to a warm bath can promote a calming, relaxing environment that allows you to take a break—both mentally and physically. Combine Rosemary, Frankincense, and Epsom salt into your bath for a rejuvenating experience when you are in need of a little “me time.

5 Ways to Use Rosemary Oil

Are you wondering how you can use Rosemary oil? While some think Rosemary is only useful for cooking, this herbal, energizing oil has uses that extend far beyond the kitchen. Keep reading to learn five easy ways to use Rosemary essential oil.

Use Rosemary oil for hair.
Cooking with Rosemary oil.
Diffuse Rosemary oil for an energizing midday pick-me-up.
Use Rosemary oil to refresh and rejuvenate.
Take Rosemary oil for internal benefits.*

Use Rosemary oil for hair.

If your hair is feeling lackluster, give it some shine with a little help from Rosemary oil. Known to promote a healthy-looking scalp and an abundant-looking head of hair, Rosemary oil might be what’s missing from your current hair care routine.So, how do you use Rosemary oil for hair? Consider adding a drop of Rosemary oil to your favorite everyday hair products to promote hair that looks full and shiny. Need more ideas? Try making this Scalp Buildup Cleanser with Rosemary essential oil to refresh the scalp without stripping your hair of its natural oils.

Scalp Buildup Cleanser

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
8 tablespoons water
8 drops Rosemary oil
6 drops Lemon oil
4 drops Grapefruit oil

Combine all ingredients in a small glass bowl and stir. Comb the mix through dry hair. The acids in the mix help to remove oil, dirt, or sulfate buildup naturally. Allow the mix to sit on your hair for about 20 minutes, then rinse the hair in the shower and continue with your normal shampoo and conditioner routine.

Cook with Rosemary oil.

Because it has such a rich, herbal flavor, people often use dry rosemary and rosemary seasoning when cooking meat, stuffing, baked goods, and so on. Rosemary oil can easily be substituted for dry rosemary to give any recipe a punch of refreshing herbal flavor.

Freshen up your cuisine with dōTERRA Rosemary. Simply add one to two drops of Rosemary oil to meats or traditional entrees in order to add flavor or to support healthy digestion.* Looking for a hearty Rosemary oil recipe? Try these Italian Summer Skewers with Rosemary Balsamic Reduction are the perfect sweet and savory addition to any outdoor get-together.

Learn more about cooking with Essential Oils

Ready to cook with Rosemary oil? Start with this easy Herb Bread recipe!

Herb Bread with Rosemary Oil

4 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup milk
1 cup butter, melted
2 drops Rosemary oil
Dried thyme herbs

Preheat the oven to 450 °F and grease a baking sheet. Stir together the flour, salt, baking powder, milk, melted butter, dried herbs, and Rosemary essential oil to create the dough. Knead the dough until smooth. Roll out the dough and cut it into six-inch triangles. Brush with melted butter. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Enjoy with an Italian dish, use as a snack or appetizer on game night, or simply enjoy it as a side dish!

Diffuse Rosemary oil for an energizing midday pick-me-up.

Looking for a super simple way to enjoy the benefits of Rosemary oil? Simply place a few drops of this herbaceous, energizing oil into your essential oil diffuser any time you could use a break from the craziness of everyday life. When you put a few drops of Rosemary in your diffuser, you can immediately revitalize the atmosphere of your kitchen, living room, desk, office, or bedroom.If you want to add some variety to your diffusing experience, combine Rosemary oil with Wild Orange or Lemon oil in your diffuser to create an uplifting atmosphere.

Use Rosemary oil to refresh and rejuvenate.

Whether you’re at the end of a long workday, needing to feel refreshed in the afternoon, or just wanting to create a more desirable environment at home, Rosemary oil can help. Use Rosemary oil to refresh and rejuvenate by adding a few drops to a warm bath, along with a soothing essential oil like Frankincense. The warm, essential oil–infused water will leave you feeling calm and rejuvenated.Want another way to take advantage of the rejuvenating benefits of Rosemary? Use it in a massage. Combine Rosemary oil with a carrier oil and massage the neck, shoulders, and back, or legs and feet. If you want an especially soothing massage, blend Rosemary oil with Wintergreen oil to help cool and refresh the skin. To reduce stress, combine Rosemary oil with Lavender oil and massage into the skin for a relaxed, refreshed feeling.*

Take Rosemary oil for internal benefits.*

Not only is Rosemary oil useful for cooking due to its potent, delicious flavor, but many people add Rosemary oil to their food to take advantage of the internal benefits of this oil. Whether you incorporate Rosemary oil into your favorite recipes or simply add the oil to a glass of water or a Veggie Cap, there are plenty of reasons to take Rosemary oil internally.For example, did you know that Rosemary oil may help reduce nervous tension and fatigue when taken internally? Using Rosemary internally can also help support healthy digestion and internal organ function.*Want to learn more about how to use Rosemary oil, the benefits of Rosemary oil, and where Rosemary oil comes from?

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For more information on dōTERRA Rosemary, please visit the education blog here.

_*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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