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JUNE 2019 | DOTERRA

A N E S S E N T I A L O I L E B O O K

BALANCE | PAST TENSE | AROMATOUCH

CONTENTS
02 Balance

08 Past Tense

14 AromaTouch
 B A L A N C E

grounding blend
This oil is stable, not in a hurry,
soft energy

BALANCE
IS THIS YOU?
#GOALS
ungrounded, unwilling to
take responsibility for self, stay focused on goal,
disconnected, unstable, persevere, patience,
scattered inner strength grounds, stay
present with a specific
plan/idea

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 A B O U T T H E B L E N D

KEY PLAYERS ⏤ LINALOOL + BORNYL ACETATE

BALANCE GOALS ⏤ IMPROVE RESPONSE TO STRESS

Frankincense promotes feelings of peace and contentment. Used in religious ceremonies around the
world, Frankincense promotes relaxation, a positive mood, and a strong mind-body connection.

Spruce is renowned for its grounding properties. It has a fresh woody aroma that can be used
aromatically to soothe away stress and help with blocked emotions. 
The gentle aroma of Asian-grown Ho Wood soothes the mind and body and introduces feelings of
peace. Ho Wood essential oil has powerful calming and grounding properties.

Blue Tansy is distilled from the Moroccan Tansy, a fragrant flowering plant in the Daisy family. It has a
soft, sweet, and fruity aroma that is used to uplift mood. 

Blue Chamomile (also known as German Chamomile) rounds out the blend. Calm and comforting, Blue
Chamomile essential oil is helpful in easing feelings of disappointment, worry, and discouragement. 
Osmanthus Flower eases feelings of stress.

These oils combine in doTERRA Balance to promote emotional balance and calm frustrations and
stress. This blend of rare and precious essential oils is pre-diluted in Fractionated Coconut Oil for ease
of use. Warm, sweet, and woody, it is a favorite oil to diffuse or wear topically to evoke feelings of
contentment.
 
Due to its concentration of Frankincense and other grounding and relaxing essential oils, doTERRA
Balance Grounding Blend is the perfect complement to an AromaTouch® or hand massage.
U S A G E T I P S

Apply 1-2 drops on the bottom of your

feet morning and/or evening to promote
feelings of calmness and tranquility.

Add a couple drops of Balance to your

Epsom salts before a bath to help relax
the body and encourage a restful night’s
sleep.

Add 3-4 drops to your car diffuser during

road trips to create a calming, soothing
environment.

Apply 1-2 drops to your wrists or neck to

help ease anxious feelings.

B A L A N C E H A C K S

2 drops on the bottom of feet to help

eliminate fear

2 drops over the heart for healing from

grief or loss

1 drop behind each ear for a woodsy perfume

Use to soothe diaper area with a DIY cream

or spray

After Shave + Beard Balm

1-2 drops on the back of the neck along with

1-2 drops into cupped hands and inhaled for
head tension
 D I Y S O L I D P E R F U M E

It is easy to enjoy the many benefits of essential oils with this long-lasting Solid Perfume DIY. Simply
add your favorite essential oil to the mixture and pour into a unique container for a personalized
perfume.

INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons beeswax
2 tablespoons Fractionated Coconut Oil
20 drops of Balance or your favorite doTERRA essential oil or blend

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Add beeswax and Fractionated Coconut Oil to glass jar.
2. Place jar in saucepan with one to one and a half inches of boiling water.
3. Stir ingredients until combined (about 5–10 minutes).
4. Once melted, remove from heat and let rest for three minutes.
5. Add essential oil and stir.
6. Pour into containers.
7. To use, apply small amount to skin. 

Note: Pour perfume into an empty locket or metal container for easy on-the-go access.
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D I Y S H O W E R T A B L E T S

These grounding shower tablets add a luxurious aromatic experience to your shower and are easy to
make. You can use any of your favorite topical oils in the shower, but for this DIY we recommend
Balance due to its unique blend of oils that work together to provide an emotionally stabilizing effect,
helping you relax and focus on re-centering your emotions.

Keep a stash of these tablets in your bathroom for easy access the next time you need some balance.

INGREDIENTS
1 ½ cups baking soda
15–20 drops doTERRA Balance®
½ cup water

INSTRUCTIONS
Combine baking soda and water in a bowl and mix well.
Add 15–20 drops of doTERRA Balance depending on your preferred potency and mix again.
Using a spoon, tightly pack mixture into small silicone molds and let dry overnight.
To use, place one or two tablets in the back of your shower. (For best results, find a spot away from
the direct flow of water).
Allow tablets to dissolve gradually and release the calming aroma of doTERRA Balance.
 D I Y B U B B L E B A T H

Including an essential oil in bath time is a wise choice when you want to create a specific atmosphere.
Adding essential oils to epsom salt, soap and the ingredients in our DIY bubble bath will help disperse
the oil throughout the water allowing you to enjoy their soothing and relaxing benefits more fully.
 
INGREDIENTS
1 cup unscented castile soap
½ cup vegetable glycerin
2 tablespoons water
15 drops preferred doTERRA essential oil
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Combine castile soap, glycerin, and water into glass bowl.
2. Add essential oils.
3. Stir until well combined.
4. Pour into glass container.
5. To use, add ¼–½ cup of the essential oil bubble bath mixture to warm, running bath water.

Note: These bubbles are not going to provide big fluffy bubbles that last a long time since it doesn't
contain the synthetic ingredients that create the high amounts of lather or foam. However, this
chemical-free bath will provide enough bubbles for a relaxing and therapeutic bath you will enjoy even
more.
 P A S T T E N S E

tension blend
This oil helps revive, strengthen,
relieve stress and bring clarity

PAST TENSE
IS THIS YOU?
#GOALS
tense and fearful in your
physical body, experiencing soothe stress & trauma,
trauma, overworked, regain energy & balance
burnout, fatigued, nervous, after periods of overwork,
overwhelmed? appreciate life & your
experiences

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KEY PLAYERS ⏤ LINALOOL + SALICYLATE + MENTHOL

BALANCE GOALS ⏤ RELEASE BOTTLED UP STRESS AND TENSION 
COOL THE INFLAMMATION
Wintergreen essential oil is primarily composed of methyl salicylate, which is widely known for its ability to provide a
cooling and soothing sensation when applied topically.

Peppermint is cooling and invigorating to the mind and body allowing us proper management of inflammatory tissues.
It clears negative emotions and increases alertness.

Basil is used to ease mental exhaustion, promote emotional balance and offer support to our Nervous and
Cardiovascular systems. Experimental research has shown that basil can ease feelings of stress when inhaled.

SOOTH THE BODY

Cilantro has a fresh, herbal aroma that helps calm anxious feelings, promote emotional balance, and detoxify our body
allowing it to perform optimally.

Marjoram is used extensively to provide relief from tense muscles and emotional discomfort, as well as relaxing our
Nervous system

Rosemary clears confusion and eases tension. It is often used with Basil to ease fatigue and support our Nervous,
Respiratory and Digestive systems.

CALM THE BODY

Lavender's calming and relaxing qualities in this blend allow the body to be soothed.

Roman Chamomile calms the nerves and is useful in soothing frustration, irritability, and anger.

Frankincense is used to promote feelings of peace and mental focus, rounding out the blend by bringing the nervous
system relaxation, and support to our cells.
U S A G E T I P S

Helps ground and balance emotions

and eases stressful feelings to
promote a sense of calm.

Massage into shoulders, neck, and

back for a cooling, soothing
sensation.

Apply to temples and back of neck

before taking a test or presenting in
public to lessen anxious feelings.

Apply behind the ears to quickly

reduce negative feelings that often
accompany change.

Carry in your handbag for quick easy

application when you feel the onset of
Tension

P A S T T E N S E H A C K S

Apply over bee stings, bruises and

burns for soothing relief

Apply over the wrists prior to

travel to calm anxious feelings

Roll behind ears and down the

jawline for jaw tension / TMJ

Roll on the back of the neck for

quick relief from hot flashes

Apply on location as needed

for nerve pain/discomfort

Apply on location as needed for

growing pains and muscle tension
 D I Y R E L E A S E R U B

Indulge your skin in doTERRA SPA Hand & Body Lotion—a light, non-greasy formula that absorbs
quickly to leave skin feeling silky soft and smooth. This lotion pairs perfectly with essential oils,
allowing you to create a personalized aromatic experience from head to toe, and when combined with
Past Tense provides a cooling, soothing, calming sensation to problem areas.

INGREDIENTS
30mL doTERRA fragrance-free Spa Hand & Body Lotion
6 drops Past Tense
4 drops Copaiba
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Combine essential oils and lotion in a small glass jar.
2. Rub onto those areas of tension whilst giving your skin a beautiful moisturizing boost
 H A P P Y T O B E H O M E S P R I T Z E R

There are many products available on the market that can help to produce a pleasant fragrance in the
home. However, most products contain chemicals and artificial scents. You can save money and
reduce the amount of chemicals in your home by making your own air freshener with essential oils.
This simple, natural air freshener will provide the perfect scent to keep your home feeling clean and
fresh. 

INGREDIENTS
3 drops of Past Tense
2 drops of Thyme
2 drops of Eucalyptus
Glass spray bottle or Continuous Mist Sprayer
Distilled Water
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a glass spray bottle, add essential oils and top with water. Depending on the size of your spray
bottle, you may wish to add more essential oils.
2. To refresh a room, just give the bottle a shake and spray liberally.
 O N T H E G O S T R E S S B U S T E R

Life can be unpredictable and unforeseen stressors can take a toll on us physically and emotionally.
Keeping essential oils handy is a great way to keep emotions in check and keep stress at bay.

INGREDIENTS
4 drops Past Tense
4 drops Tangerine
4 drops Grapefruit
4 drops Lime
Fractionated Coconut Oil
5mL glass bottle
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Add essential oils to 5mL glass bottle.
2. Top off with fractionated coconut oil and shake.
3. When you need to destress just put a couple of drops into the palms of your hand, rub together &
inhale for 30 seconds. Then rub your palms over the back of your neck and finish with your hands
over your heart.
 A R O M A T O U C H

massage blend
The oil of relaxation, offering
comfort to both body and mind

IS THIS YOU?

tense, experiencing stiffness

in the body or mind,
stressed, unable to relax

AROMATOUCH

#GOALS

reopen heart to life, move

through life & let things
flow, harmony with
oneself & existence

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AROMATOUCH GOALS ⏤ COMFORTING & RELAXING EFFECTS TO THE MIND & BODY

AromaTouch Massage Blend offers many benefits: it calms anxious feelings, relaxes muscles, soothes
irritated tissue, and comforts upset emotions. Recently, extensive research has been conducted to help
substantiate the soothing effect of the oils contained in this blend:

One study examining Cypress, Marjoram, and Lavender showed the ability of these oils to reduce
anxious feelings when combined with a massage. Additionally, it was found that massage with these
oils not only helped with feelings of relaxation, but also promoted healthy circulation.

Another study looking at the effects of Lavender and Marjoram showed that by simply inhaling the oils
participants were able to ease anxious feelings.

Basil has been known to provide profound benefits to the mind and body due, and when used along with
Peppermint essential oil, has the ability to reduce stress and feelings of mental fatigue.

Lavender essential oil is able to reduce cortisol, a known stress hormone, and when combined with
massage and music, has been shown to help reduce anxious feelings.

Lastly, the aroma of citrus essential oil is a great way to uplift the mood due to the high levels of
limonene. Grapefruit oil has the highest content of all the citrus oils containing up to 98% limonene, and
possesses the ability to calm and promote a peaceful state.

As you can see, each of the oils in this blend have the innate capacity to promote feelings of comfort
and relaxation. The synergistic effect of these oils blended together when diffused or used in a massage
will help enhance your mood and aromatherapy experience.
U S A G E T I P S

Provides comforting and relaxing

effects by combining essential oils that
add important benefits to a massage.

Apply 1-2 drops to neck and shoulders

to promote feelings of relaxation and
lessen tension.

Dilute with Fractionated Coconut Oil

and give your loved one a hand
massage using the AromaTouch Hand
Technique {found at doterra.com}.

Add 3-4 drops to Epsom salts and

enjoy soaking in a hot bath.

In addition to its topical massage

benefits, Aromatouch adds an aromatic
experience that assists in elevating the
traditional massage experience to one
of whole-body wellness.

A R O M A T O U C H H A C K S

Use for lymphatic support and fluid

circulation

Apply behind ears and down the jaw line

during flights to combat clogged ears

Apply 1-2 drops to feet or over the heart to

tame temper tantrums

Dilute with Fractionated Coconut Oil and

massage into legs to support restless
legs or nerve pain

Add 3-4 drops to Epsom salts before a

bath to encourage relaxation and support
balanced emotions
 D I Y A R O M A T H E R A P Y P L A Y D O U G H

Turn play time into learning time by making aromatherapy play dough! This activity is a great way for
children to learn about aromatherapy and essential oils. Use a variety of oils and colors to help kids
learn new scents. Some fun essential oils could include: Wild Orange, Peppermint, Lemon, Rosemary,
AromaTouch, or Lavender.
 
INGREDIENTS
2 cups flour
2 cups colored water
1 cup salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
5 drops of AromaTouch

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Combine all ingredients, except for essential oils, in a large saucepan and stir until combined.
2. Once combined, put over medium heat. Using a spatula, continue to stir ingredients together until
it forms a ball. Note: Don’t overcook as it will lead to dry play dough.
3. Remove from heat and cool on parchment paper.
4. Once cool, add five drops of your favorite essential oil and knead until thoroughly combined.
5. You’re done! Just store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for months of fun.
 D I Y F I Z Z I N G B A T H B O M B

Creating a spa-like environment in your home can easily be done using simple household ingredients
and essential oils. Bath bombs are a fun way to add excitement to your senses while enjoying the
benefits of essential oils. For relaxation, try Lavender or doTERRA Serenity®; for a mood boost, try Wild
Orange, Citrus Bliss®, or Peppermint.
  
INGREDIENTS
1 cup citric acid {Found at most major supermarkets in the canning section}
1 cup baking soda
½ cup cornstarch
½ cup doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil
8–10 drops favorite essential oil {AromaTouch}
 
Note: You can also use almond oil or olive oil in the place of Fractionated Coconut Oil.
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place citric acid, baking soda, cornstarch, and oil in a bowl.
2. Add eight to 10 drops of the essential oil or blend of choice.
3. Mix well with spoon until soft dough is formed. It should have the consistency of damp sand. If
the mixture is too wet, add a little more baking soda and cornstarch until consistency is correct. 
4. At this point, you may add food coloring, dried herbs, or flower petals to mixture. 
5. Place mixture in silicone molds. Let sit 24 hours before removing from mold.
6. To use, drop in tub or shower and allow to dissolve.
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Thank you for joining us!

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