Oregano Essential Oil is one of those oils that everyone presumes is just for eating – but that’s just not true!
Oregano oil is an amazing antiseptic oil that has been used since ancient times. In fact, the Greeks used it primarily in wound care! When combined with other antiseptic oils, Oregano Essential Oil can deliver a powerful blow to bacteria and microbes in an open wound, and aid in the healing process.* Try this recipe for minor scrapes and cuts!
What I Love About This Recipe
Keep this roll-on in your medicine cabinet and use this instead of over-the-counter medications that use ingredients like harmful chemicals, and you’re set! By making your own all-natural wound care treatment product, you are sure that what you are putting in your skin is chemical-free and is super safe.
What’s in the Wound Care Roll-On?
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender Essential Oil is one of the most common essential oils out there. It has a nice floral aroma that can help soothe a tense situation if your child got injured.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea Tree Essential Oil is an amazing cleaning essential oil.* It is safe on your skin and shows amazing results.
Oregano Essential Oil
Oregano Essential Oil has antiseptic properties that tie this whole recipe together!* Making sure the wound is clean is essential in the healing process.
Fractionated Coconut Oil
Fractionated coconut oil is the carrier oil used in this recipe. Essential oils need to be diluted in order for them to be safe on the skin, so that is the carrier oils job!
10 ml Roll-On Bottle
10ml roll-on bottle is the perfect size for an on-the-go wound ointment. You never know when a little bump or scrape will appear, so this little guy can be your secret weapon to quick healing.
Things to Remember When Using This Roll-On
If the recipe is followed correctly, this recipe is safe to use with sensitive skin. Check out this handy dilution chart we created for topical use.
This recipe is safe for children 10+.
It’s important to note that oregano essential oil is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding, so please use caution.
This roll-on is not recommended for use in close proximity to cats as its essential oils can cause irritation. For more information on using essential oils with cats, check out this blog post.
This roll-on is not recommended for use in close proximity to dogs as it’s essential oils may cause irritation. For more information on using essential oils with dogs, check out this blog post.
Never ingest any essential oil, even if it’s generally regarded as safe. For more information on why we don’t ingest essential oils, check out this blog post.
*“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.”
Wound Care Roll-On Recipe
Essential Oil Roll-On Recipe for Wound Care
Ingredients
3 drops Lavender Essential Oil
3 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
1 drop Oregano Essential Oil
Fractionated coconut oil (approx. 10 ml)
10ml roll-on bottle
Directions
- In 10ml roll-on bottle, combine drops of essential oils.
- Pour in fractionated coconut oil and press in roller ball, then twist cap tightly to close.
- Roll bottle in hands to gently mix ingredients.
- Store in cool, dark place, and use on minor cuts, scrapes, burns, and bites whenever necessary.
Enjoy Faster Healing!
With your wound care roll-on, you can enjoy faster healing with a swift rolling motion! Let us know what you think of this roll-on by commenting below or connecting with us on social media @fromsimplyearth!
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