It still amazes me that 3 years ago I didn’t use essential oils, and now, I’m not sure I could go a day without them. Especially when I travel, my essential oils are my foundation of wellness and happiness– just a few bottles cover so many things! Here’s some tricks to traveling with oils, plus my inside scoop on which ones you should never leave home without whether you’re camping down the street or flying miles away!
1. Invest in a carrying case! They aren’t very expensive and make great gifts too. I carry on all my oils when flying, so it tucks right into my carry-on or purse. I also have a keychain pouch that’s perfect for using and sharing the oils on-the-go, and it has saved me more than once.
2. Yes, they can go through the x-ray at the airport. I simply send them through the scanner in my little keychain pouch and they’re just fine. Or I open up my keychain pouch so they are visible and place them in a clear ziplock bag next to my toiletries. Rules are always changing, so double check before you take my word for it:)
3. Road trips and oils go hand in hand. Ever get sleepy on the road? Peppermint and wild orange is my go-to road trip oil! I put a drop in my hands or in my car diffuser and I’m back on track.
4. To diffuse or not to diffuse? If I’m taking a road trip (particularly an extended one) I’ll usually pack my home diffuser because it works so well. However, that’s not very practical for flying or when space is tight. They do have waterless portable or travel diffusers but when I’m packing light I may skip it and use my hands to inhale the oils.
5. Don’t be caught without a carrier oil. Some oils need to be diluted before using (like immune blend, cinnamon, oregano, cassia) so I filled an empty oil bottle from an oil. You can also use olive oil, sweet almond oil, or other carrier but you’ll definitely want a little bit on hand, even if it’s in a tiny sized sample bottle. Fractionated coconut oil is my favorite because it's not greasy, non-staining and has a multitude of other uses!
My Must-Have Essential Oils for Traveling
Repellant blend oil– If we’re staying in a hotel, I spray this around the base of the beds. When we’re outside, it’s our outdoor spray. Ditch the chemical sprays and go with all natural repellent blend!
Immune blend oil- If I could only take one oil, it would be this one! I take it diluted with a carrier oil and that has a roller ball on top. I use that on the bottom of our feet each morning and night to support your natural immunity.
Purification blend oil- Improve the hotel, bathroom or car smell by taking out the odors and germs in the air!
Peppermint oil- I mix with ginger to avoid motion sickness. I mix with wild orange to improve mood and focus. Great behind the ears if a little head tension is coming on!
Cedarwood oil- I put a few drops on my feet, cover them with socks, and zzzzz….
Lavender oil- Calming and soothing. Perfect for airplane takeoffs, landings, turbulence, and pretty much any point while flying if you’re at all like me! Also use if the kids are having a hard time relaxing before bed! It's great for your skin so use on those little cuts, scraps and bites that can occur out and about too! Mix with peppermint and carrier oil for an after-sun spray!
Grounding blend oil- I use it when I’m feeling anxious about taking off in the airplane or trying some new adventure on our trip. It also is great to ease the tension of sibling rivalry. Keeps the mood balanced:)
Muscle Soothing Blend rub- This blend is formulated for using after activity or when you overdo things a bit. Great for those tired feet after a long day of walking!
Digestion blend oil- Use on your tummy if you’ve ingested too much of that fast food and on the go gas station snacks! Or if you’ve had too much to eat at the buffet!
Lemon essential oil in my water. It’s incredibly refreshing and helps my body flush out the toxins gently and keeps me hydrated! Also great for getting sticky residue off things:) Drink it from a glass or stainless steel cup when possible.
Immune Waterless Hand Sanitizer- I LOVE THIS STUFF. It’s soft on my hands and smells terrific! I feel good using this on my kids because it’s not drying on their skin and non toxic! I have a recipe that I shared on my Facebook page Your Vibrant Essence! Come check it out along with several other tips, recipes and great essential oil ideas!
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