Essential Oil Recipes for Babies
Essential Oil Recipes for Babies
Recommended oils for Baby:
Breathe Respiratory Blend—Apply with a carrier oil onto the chest to open airways (for babies, use 1 drop per 1 Tbsp carrier Oil; for adults 1 drop per 1 tsp carrier oil)
Basil—Gently apply on the outside of the ear (NEVER inside the ear), to help relieve earaches.
DigestZen Digestive Blend—Massage clockwise onto an upset tummy or rub on the bottoms of feet.
Roman Chamomile—Soothes irritated skin
Lavender—Calming, relaxing, and soothes irritated skin
Melaleuca—Soothes irritated skin and has strong anti-fungal properties.
Baby Wipes
What You Need:
1 roll premium paper towels
2 cups warm water
2 tablespoons Fractionated Coconut Oil
3 drops Lavender essential oil
3 drops Melaleuca essential oil
An airtight storage container/empty wipe container/wet bag
Note: Use cloth for reusable wipes.
Directions:
1- Cut paper towel roll in half with a serrated or electric knife. Use half the roll now, and half later.
2- Combine water, Fractionated Coconut Oil, and essential oils in a small bowl.
3- Pour the mixture over the paper towels and then cover with the airtight lid letting the mixture absorb for 10 minutes.
4- Turn the container over and let sit for another 10 minutes.
5- Remove and discard the cardboard middle. Just pull the wipes from the center when you are ready to use. Store in container of your choice.
Tip: For on-the-go wipes, insert 15-20 wipes into travel size wipe container.
Submitted by Heather Gunnerson, Independent Product Consultant
Baby Butt Cream
What You Need:
¼ cup virgin coconut oil
15 drops dōTERRA Lavender essential oil
Glass measuring cup
Saucepan
Glass storage container
Directions:
1. Pour coconut oil into glass jar
2. Put 1-1.5 inches of water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Once boiling, put the glass jar with coconut oil into the saucepan until completely melted (3-5 minutes).
3. Once melted, remove from saucepan and let rest for 5 minutes. Add essential oils and stir until combined.
4. Pour into glass storage container and allow to cool.
5. Once solid, you’re done! Just apply a small amount when needed.
Note: Make sure to store the baby cream in a cool place to make sure the coconut oil will remain solid. If it melts, put it in refrigerator until solid.
Baby Powder
What You Need:
1/2 cup corn starch
1/2 cup Arrowroot powder
1 drop Roman Chamomile essential oil
1-2 drops Lavender essential oil
1/4 cup finely ground oats
Note: You can find Arrowroot powder at most health food stores.
Directions:
Mix well and put in a shaker style bottle.
Tip: Use an empty spice jar with a sifter lid.
If you don’t have finely ground oats, combine ingredients in a blender and pulse until finely ground.
