Winter is coming! Last week we wrote about some of our favorite winter blends. Today, we write about another important aspect that essential oils can help with – boosting immunity. Here are some of the top oils that will help you keep your family feeling warm, cozy and healthy. Not only will they warm you gently on the inside but also help boost your immune system during the cooler months.
This is one of their most popular and best selling blends that can be used internally and externally. It contains warm oils such as clove bud and cinnamon bark, both of which are rich in antioxidants that will boost the immune system to combat free radicals. The blend also consists of other oils that are natural decongestants to freshen up the air, eliminate airborne bacteria and energize you.
- Certification: Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade (CPTG), Kosher
- Aroma Description: Warm, spicy, camphoraceous, woody
- Extraction Method: –
- Uses (according to official website):
- Add 2 – 3 drops in a veggie capsule to boost immunity
- Add to spray bottle filled with water to create a homemade surface cleaner
- Add a few drops when soaking apples to support the immune system further
- Add a few drops to fractionated coconut oil as a natural hand cleanser
- Add 3 – 4 drops in diffuser of your choice
- Add 1 drop in a glass of water for ingestion
- Dilute 1 – 2 drops with carrier oil for topical usage
- Product Size: 15ml
- Price: $45.33 USD (*as of August 2021)
- Additional Info:
- Consult with doctor/physician if pregnant or nursing
- Avoid direct sunlight and UV rays for a minimum of 12 hours after topical application
- Keep out of direct access from children
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product increases immunity, helps combat against colds, and has a wonderful scent
Young Living – R.C. Essential Oil Blend
This proprietary blend is formulated by Young Living’s founder himself, Donald Gary Young. The initials of the product actually stand for “Respiratory Care” as it comprises of multiple essential oils such as eucalyptus, myrtle, marjoram and others, all which will provide a revitalising environment that facilitates cleaner and easier breathing. Most, if not all the ingredients are enriched with antioxidants and other beneficial properties that will assist with more than just respiratory related issues.
- Certification: Cruelty free, kosher, vegan, Seed To Seal
- Aroma Description: –
- Extraction Method: –
- Uses (according to official website):
- Combine 1 – 3 drops with Young Living’s V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex, rub onto chest or back of the neck before or after workout, during the morning, or during the evening to stimulate deeper and easier breathing
- Apply topically with Young Living’s V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex to wrists in the morning to freshen up yourself
- Diffuse 8 – 20 drops in diffuser of your choice up to 30 minutes for 3 times daily
- Product Size: 5ml, 15ml
- Price: $14.47 USD (5ml), $31.91 USD (15ml) (*as of August 2021)
- Additional Info:
- Consult with doctor/physician if pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition
- Keep out of direct access from children
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product is effective with multiple respiratory related issues, ideal to use during cooler seasons and they adore the smell
Rocky Mountain Oils – Immune Strength Essential Oil Blend
As the name suggests, this blend will purify your living space and build up your immunity. Rest assured Immune Strength will allow you to live and breathe in a comfortable environment with the combinations of warm and herbal oils such as clove bud, cinnamon bark, oregano, thyme and rosemary along with a few other natural antioxidants and decongestants. Also check out Rocky Mountain’s child friendly version.
- Certification: S.A.A.F.E Promise
- Aroma Description: Very strong, deep, herbal aroma with spicy overtones and a hint of citrus
- Extraction Method: –
- Uses (according to official website):
- Dilute with carrier oil for topical usage
- DIY Carpet Cleaner:
- Combine 40-50 drops of Immune Strength + ½ cup baking soda in a zip-lock bag
- Lightly sprinkle the mixture over carpet/rug, leave for 10-15 minutes before vacuuming
- Store mixture in a glass jar with a secure lid
- DIY Cleaning Spray:
- 4oz/120ml glass spray bottle – 2 tablespoons witch hazel + 30-40 drops Immune Strength + 1 teaspoon fractionated coconut oil (shake well before use)
- DIY Foot Massage Oil:
- Combine 5 drops Immune Strength + 5 drops peppermint + 5 drops lemon + 1 tablespoon carrier oil of choice in 15ml glass bottle
- Massage each foot for 2 minutes with 5 – 10 drops of mixture and put on socks right after for absorption
- Wash hands thoroughly after massage
- Product Size: 5ml, 15ml
- Price: $13.95 USD (5ml), $26.95 USD (15ml) (*as of August 2021)
- Additional Info:
- Safe for kids above 10 years old (keep them away from direct mist)
- Child friendly version of this product is available
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product boosts the immune system, fantastic to increase defence against the current pandemic virus, and works well to relieve colds
Plant Therapy – Germ Fighter Essential Oil Blend
Although it only has 5 ingredients (significantly fewer ingredients than the above products mentioned) which are cinnamon cassia, lemon, eucalyptus, clove and rosemary, all these oils have powerful anti-bacterial properties that will offer you extra protection against harmful bacteria and seasonal infections. If you do happen to fall ill, Germ Fighter will nurse you back to health quicker than if you were to wait for the infection to go away on its own.
- Certification: GC/MS batch-tested
- Aroma Description: –
- Extraction Method: –
- Uses (according to official website):
- Combine 1 drop Germ Fighter with 1 tablespoon carrier oil, massage onto feet in the morning and during bedtime for health maintenance
- Dilution of 0.5% – 2% for topical usage
- Diffuse for 30 minutes increments during cold or allergy season
- Product Size: 10ml, 30ml, 100ml
- Price: $9.95 USD (10ml), $14.95 USD (30ml), $34.95 USD (100ml) (*as of August 2021)
- Additional Info:
- SDS (Safety Data Sheet) report disclosed on official website
- NOT to use during pregnancy, breastfeeding and on children
- Child friendly version of this product available
- Dog friendly version of this product available
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product works well to increase the body’s resistance against falling ill, assisting in quicker recovery when under the weather and doubles as an effective disinfectant
Edens Garden – Immunity Essential Oil Blend
Jam packed with natural anti-oxidants and anti-microbial ingredients such as sweet orange, lemon, eucalyptus, and accompanied other anti-septic oils. This blend strengthens your body’s natural defences against fever, coughs, colds and other nasty viruses and threats. It’s perfect to be used all year round, not just during winter.
- Certification: GC/MS batch-tested, E.D.E.N.S Pledge
- Aroma Description: Soothing
- Extraction Method: –
- Uses (according to official website):
- Wellness
- Dilute with carrier oil for topical usage
- Immunity boosting bath: 5-7 drops immunity + 1 oz/30 ml carrier oil into a cool bath (during summer time)
- Product Size: 5ml, 10ml, 30ml, 118ml
- Price: $6.95 USD (5ml), $8.95 USD (10ml), $20.95 USD (30ml), $71.95 USD (118ml) (*as of August 2021)
- Additional Info:
- Avoid direct sunlight and UV rays for a minimum of 12 hours after topical application
- Consult with doctor/physician if pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition
- Keep out of direct access from children
- 2 years shelf life
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product is a must have during the pandemic, seasons with seasonal threats, and when about to or starting to feel under the weather