Essential Oils and Incense

By Amber Tiara ♥

Essential oils are concentrated oils that have been extracted from plants. They are called essential because they contain the “essence” of the plant. On average, these oils are 75 times more powerful than the plant. Essential oils have been used throughout history as medicine and as tools of relaxation. They are now used in aromatherapy, massage oils, perfumes, bath oils, and even edible items like toothpaste (make sure to use food safe oils). Essential oils can even be used as a more natural form of pesticide.

Note: 90% of the time, you need to dilute the essential oil with a carrier oil (coconut oil, hemp oil, etc.).

Here’s a list of common essential oils and some of their benefits.

Frankincense - Aids in meditation, supports respiratory system, relieves nightmares, balances skin, supports immune system, fights cavities and gingivitis, aids in grounding, encourages enlightenment, helps with grief, provides protection, increases luck

Lavender - Calming, relieves stress, encourages sleep, stops bug bite irritation, soothes burns, promotes concentration, encourages hair growth, aids in meditation, balances chakras, provides protection, promotes peace and love, balances emotions

Clove - Relieves toothaches, anti-fungal, relieves cold sores, relieves joint pain, anti-bacterial, brings inspiration, attracts abundance, provides protection, calls in Angelic assistance

Grapefruit - Boosts metabolism, encourages weight loss, boosts immune system, stimulates gallbladder, eases hangover, relieves stress and anxiety, curbs sugar cravings, calls Angels in, helps to shed ego

Orange - Prevents illnesses, disinfects wounds, softens feet, anti-aging, encourages happiness, helps with divination, attracts luck and wealth, releases fears, helps to overcome obsessions, encourages creativity

Peppermint - Helps cool down the body, calming, encourages alertness, relaxes muscles and joints, relieves allergies, relieves indigestion, alleviates nausea, relieves headaches, improves bile flow, clears negativity, encourages healing

Eucalyptus - Insect repellent, reduces fevers, improves blood flow, relieves asthma, pesticide, antimicrobial, balances emotions, encourages healing, aids in concentration, helps with centering

Tea Tree - Relieves inflammatory skin conditions, antibacterial, insect repellent, relieves razor burns, relieves bug bites, encourages strength, eases stress, helps to heal emotional wounds, clears negativity, calls in Angels, astringent (tightens skin)

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Incense

Incense is an object burned to create fragrant smoke. The word incense comes from the Latin word “incendere” meaning “to burn”. Incense comes in different forms like sticks, cones, and powder.

Incense has been used as air freshener and for more spiritual of purposes since before Ancient Egyptian times. Nowadays, people use it for a variety of reasons such as to: meditate, practice yoga, release emotions, relax, and deepen their spirituality.

Here’s a list of different incense and what you can use them for.

Dragon’s Blood - Protection, dispels negativity, aids love magic, amplifies any intentions or other incense properties

Frankincense - Purification, dispels negativity, aids in meditation, helps with astral travel, increases good luck, encourages psychic abilities

Myrrh - Very healing, dispels negativity, aids in meditation, purification, protection, encourages relaxation

Patchouli - Increases abundance, aids love magic, promotes good dreams, connects with the Angels, dispels negativity

Sandalwood - Healing, dispels negativity, encourages peace, draws in positive spirits, protection, helps with astral travel, aids wish granting

Cinnamon - Protection, increases abundance, encourages successful business, enhances psychic abilities, healing

Dittany of Crete - Conjures spirits, aids divination, helps with astral travel

Lotus - Elevates mood, protection, aids in meditation, healing

Sage - Protection, dispels negativity, increases abundance, healing, encourages mental clarity

Sweetgrass - Conjures benevolent spirits, purifies auras, dispels negativity, encourages peace and love