Top-6 Essential Oils to Keep in Your To-Go Kit
If you have begun to integrate pure essential oils into your life, then you probably already aware of the vast list of benefits that they have to offer your health. Essential oils are quickly becoming a good alternative to products containing synthetic chemicals, including creams and lotions and even some over the counter medications.
So, you have armed yourself with an arsenal of your favorite essential oils to use while at home, but are you prepared for traveling? Do you want to take the beneficial properties of your essential oils with you wherever you go? We have prepared this handy guide on the top-six oils to put in your to-go kit that will leave you ready for most situations.
Lavender
Lavender essential oil can be used in a number of different applications and is one of the most commonly used essential oils. Not only can it help heal the effects of sunburn, clean wounds, and soothe other skin irritations, it can also help improve your sleeping patterns. Have an over-excited child traveling with you? Lavender can help them stay calm and relaxed.
A few drops of lavender essential oil can be placed on a pillow or blanket while you sleep so you can breathe in its beneficial aroma. You can also use it in a hot bath or a diffuser to help relieve stress. You can use it like this to alleviate headaches too!
Additionally, lavender can be used as an alternative to perfume, – make your own personal fragrance by mixing it with citrus oil or frankincense, or whatever oils you like best.
Mint
Mint essential oil is very aromatic and it commonly referred to as the herb of hospitality. One of the very first uses of this essential oil was as an air deodorizer. Some common oils you can find in the mint category include peppermint and spearmint.
Mint is good for the nervous system because it acts as both a regulator and sedative. It is also useful as a cleanser due to its many antiseptic and antibacterial properties. If you find yourself away from home with a toothache, then mint is definitely something you want to have in your to-go kit because it also acts as an analgesic and anesthetic, helping to relieve toothache and swelling.
Citronella
Citronella essential oil is packed full of antibacterial, antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It can also be used as a deodorant, a diuretic, an insect repellent, and a stimulant among others.
It has a very lemony aroma that is both fresh and crisp. The methyl isoeugenol present in citronella is effective at inhibiting bacterial growth, which also makes it effective for cleaning wounds.
It has also been found that its sedative properties can help with inflammation – especially when the inflammation is directly related to the liver, stomach, intestines, and the rest of the digestive system.
One of the more commonly used applications for citronella, however, is to keep insects away. It is highly effective against mosquitoes as well as lice and fleas. This makes it the perfect addition to any essential oil to-go kit you are putting together.
Rosemary
Rosemary has a very woody aroma. Throughout history it has been known to help strengthen memory and concentration. It has also been found to help stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss.
Rosemary also benefits physical health by providing some much-needed pain relief making it an alternative to over the counter pain relief options such as acetaminophen.
In addition, rosemary also makes a good insect repellent, can help ease stress, increase circulation, and boost mood. Simply applying diluted rosemary to you skin can help you feel more alert, energetic and more focused.
Tea Tree
Tea tree oil has been used throughout the years to help fight infections and inflammation. It can also help relieve respiratory problems. It contains alpha pinene, beta pinene, Linalool, and terpineol, to name a few constituents. It can be used as a treatment for many infections and diseases because of its disinfectant properties. It also boosts your immune system.
Its antioxidant properties can help improve the appearance of scars or blemishes including age spots. Leaving the skin looking smooth and fresh. If you suffer from acne, psoriasis, eczema, or other similar skin conditions, then its antimicrobial properties may prove to be beneficial for you.
It also contains antiviral properties, can help speed up the healing process, is an antiseptic, and can be used as an expectorant. With all its uses, it will make the perfect addition to your essential oil to-go kit.
Clove
Clove essential oil can help with a number of different conditions including, but not limited to:
- Toothaches
- Indigestion
- Cough
- Asthma
- Headaches
- Stress
- Blood impurities
Its attributes include anesthetic, antimicrobial, anti-fungal, antiseptic, antiviral, and stimulant. It is often used as a treatment for dental problems. It is included in several kinds of toothpaste, mouthwashes, and oral care medications.
Its antimicrobial properties are useful at controlling and preventing acne by stopping the bacteria that commonly cause acne breakouts or other skin conditions. It has a high antioxidant content as well to help increase blood circulation, aid in digestion, prevent ulcers, and reduce nausea.
Final Thoughts
So, as you put together your ideal essential oil to-go kit, start by including these six essential oils as they can accomplish so much on their own. These six essential oils will leave you ready to tackle many of the health conditions that may arise while you are away from home.
When packing your kit, you should also remember to include a carrier oil such as coconut oil or jojoba oil so you can properly dilute your essential oils for topical use. These essential oils are among some of the most versatile and can easily be incorporated into your to-go kit, so you are never left without.
I totally agree that these 6 are important and beneficiary!
I’ve used lavender and clove oil for some time, now I’m ready to expand my essential oils use, thanks for this great info !
I’ll leave mint out of mine seeing as it makes me feel sick, but definitely gonna invest in some clove
This is great information, thank you for putting it so concisely and cohesively in one place!
excellent list for starters
mmmm I love rosemary. I will definitely try rosemary oil
I have never had the citronella oil.
I like the lavender and the rosemary oils!
Sounds like a great plan, good to have some oils near by.
Lavender is always a top choice
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This is great information for us beginners. Thanks so much for sharing.
I love lavender!
I love all the information you gave me.
I have fresh herbs all around my deck and they keep the bugs away so great. Rosemary is the best just grab the bush and rub on your skin works great and smells great too.
Rosemary, clove, tea tree I make my own kit
J’Utilise la lavande pour me relaxer j’aime beaucoup son odeur.
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I always take lavender, tea tree and peppermint. Sometimes ginger if I’ll be in a boat or in a long car ride to help with nausea.
Never leave home without them
This is a very helpful article.
Wow! This is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing!!
I can never have enough Tea Tree oil! The multitude of its uses is insane!
I’ve used clove for toothaches and it worked well.
I never would’ve thought of Cintronella.
I use tea tree to relieve respiratory ailments,,,,it’s brilliant