As we go through seasons of weather changes or busyness in our lives, it’s important to make sure we keep our immune systems strong. Run-down and tired is no way to live life!
In this blog post, we’ll discuss our Defender Essential Oil Blend. This blend is designed to support your immune system and help keep you and your family going strong! We’ll discuss what’s in it, ways to use it, and some key safety information.
What’s in Defender Essential Oil Blend?
Clove Essential Oil
Clove Essential Oil has many great properties that can help the support immune system by being an effective cleaning agent shown to have antimicrobial benefits1.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus (Globulus) Essential Oil is a powerhouse for cleaning. According to a study, it has shown the potential to counteract some bacteria2 to help prevent illnesses from coming your way. This oil can also support you as you soothe your cold symptoms,3 which is why we list it in our Top 9 Essential Oils for Cold And Flu Season.
Cinnamon Essential Oil
Cinnamon (Leaf) Essential Oil shows considerable antioxidant activities that respond to free radicals that can damage our bodies. Some antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory actions have been found that can be used to naturally treat or help prevent respiratory infections.4
Lemon Essential Oil
Emotional wellness is also important to keep our overall health at its peak. Lemon Essential Oil has a calming and refreshing aroma that helps create a positive and uplifting environment, especially when diffused.
Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary Essential Oil is a great oil to support healthy respiration and perk you up. Like Lemon, it helps support focus and mental alertness.
How to Use Defender Essential Oil Blend
Defender Essential Oil Blend is made up of the best essential oils for a natural immunity boost. It is designed to help support your natural immune system and also act as a great cleaner. Try it in a diffuser, a DIY cleaning recipe, or in one of these great recipes:
- Pick-Me-Up Shower Disk
- DIY All-Natural Germ Cleaner
- Defender Steam Inhalation
- Smell Fresh Body Spray
- Deep Breath Chest Salve
- Autumn Zest Diffuser Blend
What Earthies Are Saying About This Blend
Take a look at these Defender Essential Oil Blend testimonials from our Earthies!
Things to Remember When Using This Blend
Always dilute an essential oil when using it on the skin. This essential oil blend is unlikely to cause skin irritation when diluted properly. If the oil has been oxidized (left with the cap off for long periods of time) it is more likely to cause skin irritation. Check out this dilution chart for diluting this essential oil properly.
There is a small risk of phototoxicity due to the Lemon Essential Oil content of this blend.
This blend is not generally safe to use if you are pregnant. Consult your doctor prior to use.
This essential oil blend is safe to use with kids age 10+.
Cats may find the oils in this blend irritating. However, we do not expect your cat to be disturbed if you use this blend on yourself. Just be mindful of your pet’s behavior. For more information on using essential oils with cats, check out this blog post.
Dogs may find the oils in this blend irritating. However, we do not expect your dog to be disturbed if you use this blend on yourself. Just be mindful of your pet’s behavior. For more information on using essential oils with dogs, check out this blog post.
- More Safety Info:
- Do not use this blend if you have epilepsy or high blood pressure.
- Avoid this blend if you are on anticoagulant and/or antidepressant medication.
- This blend may be irritating to mucous membranes so use caution when diffusing it.
We don’t recommend ingesting essential oils unless under the direction of a doctor certified in aromatherapy. For more information on why we don’t ingest essential oils check out this blog post.
Please note: This post is a compilation of suggestions made by those that have extensively used essential oils and has not been verified scientifically with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. It is anecdotal information and should be treated as such. For serious medical concerns, please consult your doctor.
References:
- Nuñez L, Aquino MD. Microbicide activity of clove essential oil (Eugenia caryophyllata). 2012 Oct
- Sadlon AE, Lamson DW. Immune-modifying and antimicrobial effects of Eucalyptus oil and simple inhalation devices. 2010 Apr
- Fischer J, Dethlefsen U. Efficacy of cineole in patients suffering from acute bronchitis: a placebo-controlled double-blind trial. 2013 Nov
- Horváth G, Ács K. Essential oils in the treatment of respiratory tract diseases highlighting their role in bacterial infections and their anti-inflammatory action: a review. 2015