Origin: a Latin derivative
meaning "Gift of the Earth."
dōTERRA[doh-teh-ruh]
Origin: a Latin derivative
meaning "Gift of the Earth."
Clary Sage, Geranium, Helichrysum, Lavender essential oil, Roman Chamomile, and Ylang Ylang are all considered the doTERRA floral oils. Frequently used in perfumes, these oils come from the flower of their plant of origin, whether it be an herb or tree. This is with the exception of Geranium that comes from the flower as well as the rest of the plant.
Floral oils are steam distilled due to the delicate nature of their compounds that would be damaged in higher heat. However, only Clary Sage and Lavender share a similar chemical makeup with their main constituents being linalool and linalyl acetate. Each of the other floral oils possess their own unique chemical makeup. All of these oils can also be used aromatically, topically, or internally.
The common properties that the floral oils share include emotional benefits as well as benefits to the skin and hair. Lavender, Ylang Ylang, and Clary Sage have calming properties when you need stress-relief. To smooth or improve the appearance of skin, all you need is Geranium, Helichrysum, or Roman Chamomile. Clary Sage, Geranium, Roman Chamomile, or Ylang Ylang can all be added shampoo or conditioner (or massaged directly onto your scalp) to give your hair and scalp a healthy appearance.
Read on for the unique uses of each of these oils.
Clary Sage
Main Constituents: Linalyl acetate, linalool
Geranium
Main Constituents: Citronellol, citronellyl formate, geraniol
Helichrysum
Main Constituents: Neryl acetate, alpha pinene, γ-curcumene
Lavender
Main Constituents: Linalool, linalyl acetate
Roman Chamomile
Main Constituents: 4-methylamyl angelate, isobutyl angelate, isoamyl tiglate
Ylang Ylang
Main Constituents: Germacrene, caryophyllene