See the Bright Mood Roller Recipe below
2. Antioxidant Protection
Citrus oils contain antioxidant properties that help neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are responsible for damage to cells and tissues. Antioxidants also help to relieve stress on the immune system.
3. Eliminates Germs
These oils are well known for killing germs and fighting against pathogens. Using essential oils in homemade cleaning products is a perfect way to enjoy the all-natural antibacterial actions that citrus offers. Try using in homemade cleaning recipes, here is one to try:
4. Immune System Support
Citrus essential oils are known to effectively boost the immune system. Diffuse these fruity essential oils to enjoy an immune boost during cold and flu season. Or use to recover from seasonal illnesses quicker.
Try the Citrus Bomb Diffuser Blend below.
5. Superb Air Freshener
Remove odors throughout the house and workplace with any of the listed oils. Just add to a spray bottle with water, shake and spritz into the air. Use as an air freshener, room spray or body spray. Also, use citrus oils in a diffuser to purify the air.
See the Citrus Mint Room Spray Recipe below.
6. Clean Sticky Surfaces and Produce
Keep the surfaces in your kitchen, bathroom & rest of home sticky free with citrus oils. Lemon is a classic addition to homemade cleaning recipes and useful for sticky messes on the counter. You can also clean produce by rinsing or soaking fruit and vegetables with them.
7. Ease Anxiety and Irritability
Several citrus oils can help reduce feelings of anxiety and irritability, as well as other mood disorders. Bergamot and orange essential oil are especially beloved for there ability to balance mood and emotions. Inhale these beautiful oils to uplift your mood.
Try the Citrus Inhaler Blend Recipe below.
8. Boost Energy
Citrus oils help to boost physical and mental energy levels. Especially great energizing oils to use in a diffuser in your home or workplace to help you get through the day. Grapefruit oil is a favorite for this! Add a few drops of oil to diffuser jewelry so you can enjoy the aroma throughout the day.
9. Remove Toxins
Some citrus oils many help to remove toxins and impurities from cells. Try in a soothing massage oil, just be sure to be aware of which essential oils are phototoxic and avoid before going in the sun.
10. Helpful to Skin
Applying citrus oils to skin issues like warts, bunions, corns or calluses may eliminate these bothersome problems. Be sure to dilute with a carrier oil before applying to the skin topically. Undiluted essential oils can cause skin irritation.
11. Support Respiratory Health
Lime essential oil can ease respiratory issues like coughs and congested sinuses. Diffuse oils into the air using an essential oil diffuser. It will make your home smell wonderful, eliminate germs in the air, mood support, and immune benefits.
Try a citrus diffuser recipe below, like Citrus Mint.
12. Versatility
Citrus oils are versatile as you can see, they are an important part of any essential oil collection. They can be used in many ways, including aromatically and topically. You can also substitute citrus oils for each other as needed in DIY recipes and still come away with a great blend.