How to Use essential oil in a Sentence
essential oil
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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 -
Include white vinegar and essential oils in the mix to kick it up a notch (and enhance the smell).
— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2024 -
Next add a bunch of drops of your favorite essential oil.
— Kristin Hostetter, Outside Online, 17 July 2024 -
Bisabolol comes from the essential oils found in chamomile plants.
— Rosanna Sutherby, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2024 -
Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the aroma tank and let the fragrance fill your room.
— Malia Griggs, SELF, 14 Jan. 2022 -
Simply apply a few drops of the essential oil of your choice to its surface and take a deep breath.
— Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2021 -
Below, a look at the 17 best essential oil diffusers to shop now.
— Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2021 -
Check out our guides to the best skincare fridges and the best essential oil diffusers for your money.
— Shanon Maglente, Good Housekeeping, 17 Nov. 2021 -
Valles adds that the sulfate-free milk, which is infused with a blend of 16 essential oils, gives the hair a soft and shiny texture.
— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2024 -
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 -
Make your own candles by melting down the wax and adding essential oils.
— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2024 -
Alo’s essential oils also have the same feel—all white and classic.
— Essence, 10 Sep. 2024 -
Think a satin eye mask, essential oil sprays, homemade herbal teas and, of course, midnight snacks.
— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2022 -
Combine 10 to 15 drops of lavender essential oil with water and spot clean the area where ants have been.
— Angela Watson, chicagotribune.com, 3 Apr. 2021 -
Flowers or essential oils are a nice touch, too, Adan says.
— Erica Sweeney, TIME, 12 June 2024 -
The essential oils in this bottle of lavender massage oil from The Body Shop get their lovely smell from the south of France.
— Katey Clifford, oregonlive, 23 Apr. 2020 -
Embrace your free time with a mountain of bubbles and a few drops of essential oil.
— Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 2 Dec. 2020 -
This cream is made with essential oils and the fragrance might not be for everyone.
— L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024 -
Pick the leaves off a couple sprigs of mint and clap them firmly between your hands once (this is to release the essential oils).
— Al Culliton, Bon Appétit, 15 May 2020 -
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 -
Not to be confused with the essential oil of the same name, OLE is derived from the gum eucalyptus tree.
— Outdoor Life, 25 Feb. 2021 -
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 -
Pour the baking soda and essential oil mix into the water and stir.
— Jorie Nicole McDonald, Southern Living, 29 June 2020 -
Basil’s essential oils live in microscopic sacs on parts of the plant.
— Betty Cahill, The Denver Post, 11 June 2024 -
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 essential oil tray provides a place to put your favorite essential oil on a cotton pad.
— Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 14 Oct. 2024
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