1. Topical Use of Essential Oils
One of the greatest ways to enjoy essential oils is through topical use, or the use of essential oils on the skin and body. We use so many topical products every day—lotions, soaps, creams, skincare products, cleansers, the list goes on and on. It turns out, essential oils can accomplish many of the same tasks as these other topical products. Essential oils can cleanse, moisturize, soothe, nourish, and more, but the best part is that they offer a safe, natural way to do so. Because essential oils are taken from the earth, they provide a natural way to take care of our bodies. Once you learn about the many topical uses for essential oils, it is easy to see why they are such a helpful part of any daily routine or lifestyle.

2. Why use essential oils topically?
Significant benefits for the skin
Simultaneously provides aromatic benefits as the user inhales essential oils on the skin
Provides soothing, calming, warming, cooling, or energizing feelings for the body
Allows the user to target specific areas of the body
Whether you are new to essential oils, or just don’t have a lot of experience using oils topically, you might be wondering, “What are the benefits of topical use?” Just to name a few benefits, essential oils can be extremely useful for promoting healthy skin, they allow the user to experience aromatic benefits, they can soothe, calm, relax, or energize the body, and topical use makes it easy to target specific areas of the body for certain benefits. We will talk about each of these benefits in more detail, but these are just a few reasons why topical application is so useful and effective. Once you understand the benefits of topical use, and see how easy it is to use essential oils topically, you can immediately enhance your essential oil experience.
Share with the audience any reasons why you like to use essential oils topically. Talk about which topical benefits you enjoy the most, or any differences and improvements you have noticed since incorporating topical use into your lifestyle.

3. Benefits for the skin Reduce the appearance of skin imperfections
Cleanse the skin
Help reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Promote a glowing complexion
Soothe irritated skin
Possibly one of the greatest benefits of topical application is that it can help to promote healthy-looking skin. Whether you want to improve the occasional skin imperfection or blemish, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, cleanse an oily complexion, or just give your skin a glowing boost, topical use of essential oils provides a safe, natural way to care for the skin. If you ever worry about the toxins and synthetic fillers that might be lurking in your commercial skincare products, using pure essential oils provides a safe way to naturally care for your skin.
Share any personal experiences with the audience about using essential oils to improve the skin.

4. Benefits for the body Benefit for the body Relaxing, calming, soothing
Warming and cooling properties
Relieves tension, soothes muscles
Can benefit the body as a whole, or target specific areas
In addition to benefits for the skin, using essential oils topically can also provide the entire body with benefits. Many essential oils hold chemical components that make them useful for calming, soothing, or relaxing the body, muscles, or joints. Other essential oils can produce a warming or cooling sensation on the body. You can even use some essential oils to promote clear breathing by applying them to the chest and neck. When it comes to topical application, it is so easy to relieve tension, soothe or massage tense areas, promote feelings of clear breathing, and provide the body with other benefits by simply choosing an oil whose chemical components can help you achieve your desired effect. Whether you want overall benefits for the entire body, or need to target a certain area, topical use can benefit the body in many ways.
Share any personal experiences about using essential oils topically to benefit the body.

5. How does it work?
Each essential oil contains chemical components with unique benefits
After topical application, the oil is absorbed into the skin, and the user experiences these benefits
The user can simultaneously enjoy the aromatic benefits of the oil as they breathe in the aroma
You might be wondering, “How does it work? How do I experience benefits as I apply essential oils to my skin and body?” The answer to this question is very scientific, but I would like to explain the basics. Each essential oil contains a specific and unique set of chemical components. The chemical components determine how the essential oil will interact with the body. For example, some chemical components make an essential oil calming, soothing or renewing, while other oils contain components that make them warming, invigorating, or energizing. Because each essential oil has a unique set of chemical components, each oil offers different benefits.
Once an essential oil is applied topically, the oil absorbs into the skin, allowing the user to enjoy its benefits. For example, many oils contain cleansing or purifying properties, so as they are absorbed into the skin, they can help promote a clear, healthy-looking complexion. Other oils contain soothing or calming properties, so they can soothe affected areas after a long day or a hard workout, or even calm the body as a whole.
In addition to the topical benefits that each oil provides, the user will simultaneously experience any aromatic benefits that the oil has to offer. After applying an essential oil topically, the aroma will linger for as long as a few hours—allowing the user to breathe in the scent of the oil and enjoy its aromatic benefits.

6. Safety Dilution Carrier oils Dosage Sensitivity
As with any essential oil application method, there are specific safety guidelines that will help you to safely enjoy using essential oils topically. While essential oils are natural and safe, you’ll want to follow these safety guidelines to avoid sensitivity or irritation. As you use safe application practices, you will be able to see how your body reacts to each individual essential oil, and will soon learn how to use essential oils topically to reap the benefits each oil offers. To provide an introduction to the safety guidelines for topical use, we will go over each of these topics in detail: dilution, carrier oils, dosage, and sensitivity.

7. Dilution Always dilute these oils before use: Cassia Cinnamon Clove
Cumin
Oregano
Thyme
Dilution is a very important part of safe topical use of essential oils. If you are worried that diluting an essential oil will detract from its efficacy or benefits, you should know that the opposite is true—dilution actually helps the oil to absorb into the skin, allowing the benefits to last even longer. Not only does dilution help to absorb the oil into the skin, but it can help protect sensitive or delicate skin from becoming irritated.
The essential oils on this slide (Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove, Cumin, Oregano, and Thyme) are very strong and naturally potent, and should always be diluted before you apply them topically.

8. Carrier oils Pure vegetable oil dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil
Recommended dilution ratio: 3 drops of carrier oil to 1 drop of essential oil
The best way to dilute an essential oil is with a carrier oil. A carrier oil refers to a base oil (typically a pure vegetable oil) that “carries” the essential oil to the desired area on the skin or body, and helps to increase absorption in the skin. Ideally, a carrier oil should be a pure vegetable oil that will easily dissolve the essential oil. You can use carrier oils like avocado oil, macadamia nut oil, linseed oil, sunflower oil, olive oil, and others. dōTERRA® has created their own carrier oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil to make it easy to dilute and apply your favorite essential oils. Unlike some other carrier oils, dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut oil has a light, non-greasy feel, and has a long shelf life.
Once you find a carrier oil that works for you, you can start diluting and applying essential oils topically. The recommended dilution ratio is three drops of carrier oil to one drop of essential oil. This will help you to reap the benefits that the essential oil has to offer, while ensuring safe absorption into the skin.
Consider doing a dilution demonstration for the audience. Dilute a few drops of an essential oil with dōTERRA® Fractionated Coconut Oil, and show how it absorbs into the skin. You can also talk about the dōTERRA products that come pre-diluted, like the dōTERRA Touch® Kit, or dōTERRA Emotional Aromatherapy® Touch Kit. You can explain that these products are perfect for those with sensitive skin, and take some of the mess out of diluting the oils yourself.

9. Dosage Topical dose Start with 1–2 drops and increase as necessary
Repeat dose every 4–6 hours as needed
Another important part of safely using essential oils topically is to follow recommended dosage amounts. Remember, when you are using essential oils topically, there is always a risk for sensitivity or irritation because each essential oil has a different chemical makeup, and each individual has varying skin sensitivity levels and skin conditions. While there are recommended dosage guidelines for topical use, the proper essential oil dose will depend on the size, age, personal skin sensitivity, and health status of the individual using the oils. For those who have specific skin conditions or concerns, it is wise to consult a healthcare professional before using essential oils topically.
When you first start using essential oils topically, it is a good idea to start with the smallest dose possible—that is one to two drops. After you’ve applied a small dose and can see how your body reacts, you can increase the dose. As we have discussed, essential oils are extremely potent and naturally strong, so it is better to apply topical doses periodically throughout the day instead of applying a single large dose all at one time. When using essential oils topically, a dose can be repeated every four to six hours as needed.

10. Sensitivity Sensitivity Test Sun Sensitivity
Like we talked about before, any time you apply a product topically to the skin, there is always a risk for irritation or sensitivity. We all have different sensitivity levels, skin conditions, and preferences, which means that it is possible for essential oils to cause a sensitivity response. Keep in mind that the risk for developing a sensitivity is higher for those who have particularly delicate skin, including children. If you do have sensitive or delicate skin, you will just need to take extra precautions to ensure safe topical use.
One way to protect yourself from irritation when using essential oils topically is to perform a sensitivity test when using an essential oil for the first time. Simply place a small dab of a diluted essential oil to an inconspicuous area on the skin. Then, check the area each hour for the next few hours to see how your skin responds to the oil. This will allow you to see how your skin reacts to each individual oil, so you know how to safely use it in the future.
Something else you’ll want to keep in mind when it comes to safe topical use is that some essential oils, especially citrus oils, can cause sensitivity or irritation when exposed to sunlight or UV light after application. If an essential oil poses a risk for sun sensitivity, it will come with a warning that urges the user to stay out of the sun (and away from sun lamps or ultraviolet light) for up to 12 hours after applying the oil. For this reason, it is important to always read the warnings and labels for each essential oils that you intend to use.

11. Essential oil classification
Neat
Sensitive
Dilute
If you are just starting out with essential oils, it can be overwhelming to remember which oils to dilute, which ones can be applied directly, and which ones come with special warnings or application instructions. To make it easier, dōTERRA has given each essential oil a sensitivity descriptor that will help users avoid skin sensitivity and know how to apply the oil. Each dōTERRA essential oil includes one of three classification labels—“N” for Neat, “D” for Dilute, or “S” for Sensitive.
Essential oils labeled as “Neat” can be applied without diluting the oil first. These oils tend to have a mild chemistry, which gives them a low risk for sensitivity.
Oils with the “Dilute” label should always be diluted before topical application. The oils in this category have a stronger, more potent chemistry, and are safe to use after dilution.
Any oils with the “Sensitive” label should always be diluted before they are applied to young or delicate skin. This is especially important if you know that you have sensitive skin, or plan to use essential oils with your children.

12. Areas to avoid Eyes and the skin around the eyes
The inner ears, inner nose
Genitals
Injured, broken, or damaged skin
Another part of essential oil safety during topical application is avoiding potentially sensitive areas. Like other topical products, essential oils should not be applied to certain areas because they can cause irritation and sensitivity reactions—this is true no matter what kind of oil you are using. The areas listed on this slide (eyes and skin around the eyes, inner ears and nose, genitals, and injured, broken, or damaged skin) should be avoided when applying essential oils topically.

13. Best areas for topical application
Face
Temples, forehead, base of the skull, neck
Abdomen
Arms, legs, back
Chest
Bottoms of the feet
Now that we’ve gone over the some of the areas to avoid when applying essential oils topically, let’s talk about the best places to apply essential oils to reap the benefits they have to offer. Face: Using essential oils on the face can help to improve the skin and promote a clear, glowing complexion. To use essential oils on the face, add a few drops of an oil to your facial cleanser, moisturizer, or facial lotion. You can also dilute an oil with Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply it directly to the face.
Temples, forehead, base of the skull, neck: You can promote relaxation and target tense feelings by applying essential oils to any of these areas. Try applying oils to these areas if you typically hold a lot of tension in your neck, work long days at a desk, or just need to relax after a tense day.
Abdomen: You can harness the soothing, calming power of essential oils by applying them to the abdomen. By applying oils to the abdomen (particularly over major digestive organs), you can massage the oil to help alleviate occasional digestive discomfort.
Arms, legs, back: After a workout or physical activity, try massaging essential oils into the arms, wrists, legs, feet, and back. Many essential oils contain warming and cooling properties, which can help to relax and soothe the body after exertion.
Chest: Applying essential oils with cooling and invigorating properties to the chest can help to promote feelings of clear breathing. As essential oils are applied to the chest, you’ll simultaneously experience the benefits of the oil’s aroma.
Bottoms of the feet: Because the feet have large pores that can easily absorb essential oils, this is one of the best areas for application. If you are trying an essential oil for the first time, or using oils on children, the bottoms of the feet are a good place for application because the skin is thicker and typically less sensitive.
You can share with the audience any of your favorite oils to use in these specific areas. If the audience asks, here are some of the best essential oils to use in the areas above:
Face - best essential oils for skin: Frankincense, Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Lavender, Melaleuca (Tea Tree), Sandalwood
Temples, forehead, neck - best topical essential oils for relaxation: Basil, Cardamom, Lavender, Myrrh, Marjoram, Spikenard
Abdomen - best essential oils for abdomen application: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Ginger
Arms, legs, back - best oils for soothing the body: Coriander, Lemongrass, Melaleuca (Tea Tree), Wintergreen, Ylang Ylang
Chest - best oils for promoting feelings of clear breathing: Cardamom, Douglas Fir, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Melaleuca (Tea Tree), Peppermint

14. Examples of topical usage
Bergamot: Apply to the skin while showering to experience a calming aroma and skin-purifying benefits
Eucalyptus: Apply topically to the chest and breathe deeply for an invigorating vapor
Frankincense: Add to daily moisturizer to reduce the appearance of blemishes and rejuvenate the skin
Lavender: Add Lavender to bath water to soak away stress, or apply it to the temples or back of the neck
Discuss the specific uses on this slide with the audience, or give them examples of your favorite topical uses. If you need more ideas, share any of the specific topical oil uses below:
Arborvitae: Apply to wrists and ankles while hiking to help naturally repel insects
Basil: Apply to the temples and back of the neck to reduce feelings of tension
Black Pepper: After an afternoon nap or when you’re dragging at work, apply Black Pepper to the bottoms of your feet for a stimulating wake up
Cardamom: Apply to the chest while planting flowers or cutting grass to promote clear breathing
Cilantro: Apply Cilantro to fingernails and toenails to keep them looking clean and healthy
Clary Sage: During your menstrual cycle, apply Clary Sage to the abdomen for a soothing massage
Coriander: Apply topically to oily skin to maintain a clear complexion and help reduce the appearance of blemishes
Geranium: Apply this oil directly to the skin or enjoy an aromatherapy facial to beautify the skin
Marjoram: Apply to the muscles before and after exercising to help target tired, stressed areas
Melaleuca: For occasional skin irritations, apply one to two drops onto the affected areas
Peppermint: Rub on temples after you wake up for a morning energy boost
Rosemary: Apply to the scalp and massage for an abundant looking head of hair
Sandalwood: After a long day, add one to two drops to a hot bath to promote relaxation and reduce stress
Wild Orange: Dispense one to two drops in the palm along with Peppermint and Frankincense, rub palms together and inhale, then rub on the back of neck for an energizing boost
Ylang Ylang: Apply to the back of the neck for a calming, uplifting effect

15. dōTERRA products infused with essential oils
Skincare product lines: Verage®, HD Clear®, Essential Skin Care,
Deep Blue® Rub
dōTERRA® SPA Products
Natural Deodorant
Correct-X®
dōTERRA has made it extremely easy to enjoy the benefits of topical application by providing high quality products that are infused with essential oils. Whether you want to use essential oils topically to improve your skin, to cleanse the body, or to soothe the affected areas, dōTERRA has created several products that make topical use easy and enjoyable. Here are a few of the best topical products that dōTERRA has to offer.
Skincare product lines: Because essential oils are so beneficial for skin, dōTERRA has created several skincare lines that promote clear, healthy-looking skin. These three product lines— Veráge™, HD Clear®, and the Essential Skin Care line all contain the best essential oils for skin, and make it easy to incorporate essential oils into your daily skincare routine.
Deep Blue® Rub: One of the top-selling dōTERRA products, Deep Blue Rub is a topical cream that uses cooling and soothing essential oils to provide comfort to the body in problem areas. Whether you frequently work out, spend a lot of time on your feet, or experience the occasional tired problem areas, Deep Blue Rub is a very handy product to have in your collection.
dōTERRA SPA: When you want to pamper your skin and body without leaving the house, the dōTERRA SPA line provides the perfect products to rejuvenate the skin, relax the body, and gives you a luxurious essential oil experience every time. Complete with soaps, lotions, moisturizers, exfoliators, body butter, and even lip balm, this line takes topical usage to the next level.
Natural Deodorant: One of the greatest benefits of topical use is that it allows the lovely aroma of essential oils to stay with you throughout the day. You can harness the power of essential oils to help you smell fresh and clean by using dōTERRA’s Natural Deodorant. The dōTERRA Natural Deodorant helps fight body odor and can be used by both men and women.
Correct-X®: Perfect for occasional skin irritations, imperfections, and blemishes, Correct-X is a gentle ointment that helps improve the skin. This is a great product to keep in your purse or car so that you can tackle skin irritations anytime, anywhere.
Share with the audience any of your favorite dōTERRA products that can be used topically. You can also give them any ideas about how to use the products listed above.

16. Questions?
Now is a good time to ask the audience if they have any questions. You will also want to give them your contact information, and any important information about ordering dōTERRA products from you, or joining your dōTERRA team.