Essential oils have been used for healing and cosmetic use since very ancient times. The ancient Chinese and Egyptians in particular used oils in many ways. Oils from the Egyptian tombs of the pharaohs have been found to be as fresh and energetic as newly distilled oils. There are 188 references to the use of essential oils in the Bible. In biblical times essential oils were so highly valued that Frankincense and Myrrh (along with gold) were the gifts of the Magi for the newborn Christ child.

 I have been using essential oils since the late 60's or early 70's when I first discovered Patchouli oil. Before that I collected perfumes, but when I discovered oils, I quit using perfumes, and never looked back! The oils had such a lovely natural "presence" to them, that made perfumes smell like insecticide in comparison. I just used them for many years because I loved the smells, but I feel that I was led to those that were beneficial for me by which smell I was drawn to at any given time. I began to use them for healing of my own health challenges about 5 years ago, choosing which oil to use by dowsing.

 Essential oils are the only healing substance I have found which affects us on ALL levels of our being - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. The oils are literally the "life blood" of the plants - the ESSENCE of the healing spirits of the plant beings, who give us their "blood" for our healing and raising of consciousness.

Essential oils have been widely tested, especially in France, and have been found to have a long list of medicinal benefits.

 Many essential oils....

Are immune enhancing 
Support the body's natural defenses
Support the immune, circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, digestive,
nervous, and other body systems.
Aid in maintaining normal cellular regeneration
Are mood elevating
Are antiseptic (topical use only)
Are high in antioxidants
Are aromatic
Are oxygenating
Boost stamina and energy
Help you relax
Help manage stress and frustration
Help reduce the appearance of aging
Improve mental clarity
Promote overall health, vitality, and longevity