Whether you’re at your local drugstore or your favorite national supermarket, in the last several years essential oils and blends have shown up everywhere. We’re excited that people are recognizing and promoting the wonderful benefits of essential oils, but it can all be a little overwhelming as to which blends and brands are best for you. First of all, it’s important to always start by meeting with a physician or a trained Aromatherapist to discuss a care plan that perfect for you! After that, check out this list of comparisons, as well as the rest of our This Blend or That Blend series, to find your perfect essential oil blend.
Deep Tissue
Do you lead an active life? Don’t lose a beat to tired and achy muscles. Use Deep Tissue blend to soothe sore muscles after major workouts, competitions, or physical activity. Made with Wintergreen, Camphor, Lavender, Ginger, Chamomile, and Helichrysum essential oils, this blend helps keep you up and running (literally). Available in 10mL Blend, Massage Spritz, and Bath Salt.
Compare to: DoTerra’s Deep Blue or Young Living’s Deep Relief
Kids Peace & Calm
Promote serenity throughout the land (or at least your home)! This blend of Mandarin, Lavender Bulgarian, Vetiver, and Sweet Orange pure essential oils can be used all day or before nighttime to help calm anxious youngsters. Apply to diluted oil to the bottoms of feet or diffuse into the air to help settle down kids before school or after activities. Available in 10mL Blend, Roll-On, Massage Spritz, and Bath Bomb.
Compare to: DoTerra’s Serenity or Young Living’s KidScents Sleepylze
Meno-Pause
Menopause doesn’t have to be such a dreaded word, at least not with this blend of essential oils in your arsenal. Made with Copiaba, Frankincense, Peppermint, Bergamot, and Clove essential oils and Wild Yam Root Powder, Meno-Pause Blend helps ease many of the effects of menopause. Add a few drops to homemade body wash, lotion, or bath bombs and experience relief from mood swings, hot flashes, and insomnia. Available in 10mL Blend or Roll-On.
Compare to: DoTerra’s Clary Calm or Young Living’s Progessence Plus
Rejuvenate
Supercharged and supple skin? Sign us up! Rejuvenate Blend is specially formulated with Grapefruit, Juniper, Cedarwood and Clary Sage essential oils to help minimize the appearance of stretch marks, cellulite, and other imperfections. Add to homemade body butter to promote healthier skin. Available in 10mL Blend.
Compare to: DoTerra’s Immortelle or Young Living’s Essential Beauty Serum
Skinny Mini
Losing weight and curbing cravings can be difficult. But Skinny Mini Blend is here to help. Formulated with Lemon, Grapefruit, Peppermint, Ginger and Cinnamon Bark essential oils, this blend helps boost metabolism and suppress appetite, so that you can stay on track with your healthy eating and exercise regimen. Available in 10mL Blend and Bath Salts.
Compare to: DoTerra’s Slim & Sassy or Young Living’s Slique Essence
Want to find out about more essential oil blends? Then be sure to check out our other editions of This Blend or That Blend.