How to Use essential oil in a Sentence

essential oil

noun
  • Place this shower steamer on the floor and wait for the essential oil blend to put you in a zen state.
    Monique Valeris, Good Housekeeping, 14 Feb. 2023
  • Give the gift of zen with an essential oil diffuser that can fill a home with any of their favorite scents.
    Monique Valeris, Good Housekeeping, 2 Aug. 2022
  • Think a satin eye mask, essential oil sprays, homemade herbal teas and, of course, midnight snacks.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2022
  • Twist lemon peel over top of drink to express essential oils, then discard peel.
    Kara Newman, WSJ, 27 July 2023
  • Don't hesitate to also stock her up with essential oil blends from the brand.
    Isis Briones, House Beautiful, 15 Apr. 2022
  • In a small bowl, mix together one or two drops of essential oil, water, and olive oil.
    Rachelle Doorley, Parents, 16 Aug. 2023
  • To use, simply open a bottle of essential oil and place the open bottle within the center of the candle.
    Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Nov. 2022
  • The study found the most effective essential oils to get rid stink bugs are pure clove oil, lemongrass oil, spearmint oil, and ylang-ylang.
    Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 7 July 2023
  • Lotus Garden: To shop for the most pure essential oils and perfume oil blends, go here.
    Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Aug. 2023
  • For the moments when dad needs to take a breather, load this essential oil diffuser for the ultimate chill vibe.
    Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 7 Nov. 2022
  • The hot water will release the essential oils and reviews say the aromas are so pleasing.
    Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2023
  • These soy candles that are infused with pine, cedar and birch tar essential oils are the next best thing to being outside.
    Megan Stein, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Just add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to the aroma box (avoid dropping directly in the tank) to wind down at night.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2023
  • In essential oil form, lemon balm’s sweet scent is refreshing and relaxing at the same time.
    Lisa Mulcahy, Good Housekeeping, 2 May 2022
  • Use this process to make a candle scented with any favorite essential oil.
    Averi Baudler, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Aug. 2022
  • The capsules are hypoallergenic and made from essential oils, which means they’re designed to be kid- and pet-safe.
    Sarah Grossbart, wsj.com, 14 Nov. 2023
  • The aroma is more perfumed; like smelling a rose and then smelling rose essential oil, they are cut from the same cloth but a very different pattern.
    Abra Berens, Bon Appétit, 24 July 2023
  • Tea tree oil, also known as Melaleuca oil, is an essential oil derived from the leaves of the tea tree, which is native to Australia.
    Iman Balagam, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Jan. 2023
  • Soaps and essential oil sprays handmade by Robert and Jeff and dish towels inscribed with sassy quotes were on display.
    Anna Braz, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Add products with essential oils, like rosemary oil or tea tree oil, to your hair health routine.
    Lily Moe, Health, 7 Feb. 2024
  • To make your own broom fragrance, dilute any essential oil with water and use a spray bottle to spritz the mixture over the entirety of the broom.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2023
  • All of the steamers are made from essential oils and are hypoallergenic.
    Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2023
  • Or, dilute your essential oils to spray on your clothes and belongings.
    Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 30 June 2023
  • Henson also launched Body by TPH in 2022, which includes shea butter, body oil and body scrubs with essential oils.
    Marissa Evans, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2023
  • After four years of high school, your grad has more than earned some serious R&R—and that’s why this essential oil diffuser is such a great gift.
    Lauren Gray, Popular Mechanics, 16 June 2022
  • They’re made with natural lemon and tea tree essential oils for a natural clean.
    Christopher Murray, Fox News, 1 Apr. 2024
  • Apply the salt to your bath for a mineral-rich seaweed and essential oil bathhouse classic.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 30 Aug. 2023
  • The base notes, also called dry-down notes, include cistus oil (a type of essential oil) and Madagascar vanilla beans.
    Lily Wohlner, Women's Health, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Ferlise says can enhance subconscious exploration and get you in the headspace to lucid dream, like an amethyst, calming tea, and an essential oil blend).
    Aliza Kelly, Allure, 23 Mar. 2022
  • Research shows that tea tree essential oil is an effective way to get rid of demodex mites.
    Ali Finney, SELF, 15 Mar. 2024

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