A – Z of Essential Oils

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Learn the A-Z of doTERRA’s Essential Oils

The A-Z of essential oils: your ultimate guide!

Did you know that dōTERRA offers both single oils and essential oil blends? In addition they constantly add new oils to their lineup. This is in part because every essential oil contains specific health-promoting properties designed for everyday use. Whether you prefer a low-tox lifestyle, natural beauty products, emotional support, or natural health alternatives, essential oils might be exactly what you need. But which one?

Keep reading to explore the wide world of essential oils and all they have to offer. You’ll find my A-Z list of essential oils, packed with information on each oil’s history, chemical makeup, benefits, and uses, including emotional health. Finally, I’ve compiled a list of dōTERRA’a absolute must-have oils for starting your essential oil journey.

A bottle of dōTERRA Bergamot Mint in front of a box of essential oils.

Single Oils From A-Z

Extracted from a single type of plant, single essential oils contain the unique chemical constituents of that particular plant. As a result, people often use these oils for their specific therapeutic properties. For instance, Lavender oil is known for its calming effects, while Peppermint oil can be invigorating and help with focus.
A photo of dōTERRA's Kids Collection of essential oils.

Oil Blends From A-Z

Combining two or more single essential oils, essential oil blends achieve a specific aromatic profile or therapeutic benefit. Designed to provide synergistic effects, these blends target particular needs such as stress relief, sleep support, or immune support. As a result the combined properties of the different oils enhance overall effectiveness.
My top 10 essential oil must haves!

Top 10 Must-Have Oils

Jumping into the world of essential oils can overwhelm you. For instance, with so many individual oils and blends to choose from how do you know where to start? Given that I have listed dōTERRA’s ten most popular essential oils, ranging from those that have a wide variety of uses to those with amazing aromas.