Essential oils can be applied to skin, inhaled, or ingested. How you want to use the oils depends on which oils you’re using and for what purpose. Here are some general guidelines:

  • To treat a wound, apply the essential oils topically (on the skin)
  • To change mood, you an apply oils to the skin or inhale them. Some people find inhalation to be faster acting.
  • Using essential oils in the bath will help you inhale them, and is considered a topical application.