Essential Oils
Our essential oil articles discuss their scientific origin, health benefits, possible uses, potential side effects and drug interactions. Written by qualified journalists or Dr. Axe himself, each piece is based on studies and always fact-checked.
Rosemary is much more than an aromatic herb that tastes great on potatoes and roasted lamb. Rosemary oil is actually one of the most powerful herbs and essential oils on the planet!
Having an antioxidant ORAC ...
Sandalwood Essential Oil Benefits for the Brain & Body
Are you looking for an increase in a sense of calmness and greater mental clarity in your day-to-day life? Many of us are simply stressed out and overwhelmed with so many daily demands. To have ...
The 7 Best Essential Oils for Hair Growth & More
When it comes to using essential oils for hair, there are plenty of beneficial choices. Whether you are looking to thicken your hair, treat dandruff and dry scalp, give your hair strength and shine, or lighten ...
Top 15 Peppermint Oil Uses and Benefits for Gut Health, Headaches & More
Peppermint oil is one of the most versatile essential oils out there. It can be used aromatically, topically and internally to address a number of health concerns, from muscles aches and seasonal allergy symptoms to ...
Evening Primrose Oil Reduces PMS Pain & Increases Fertility
It wasn’t until recently that evening primrose oil was used for its amazing health benefits, so you may be surprised to learn about the impact it can have on your hormone health, skin, hair and bones.
Native Americans ...
Top Tea Tree Oil Uses and Benefits
Tea tree oil, also known as melaleuca, is well-known for its powerful antiseptic properties and ability to treat wounds, which is why it's one of the top antibacterial essential oils.
Tea tree is a volatile essential ...
Proven Myrrh Oil Benefits & Uses
Myrrh is most commonly known as one of the gifts (along with gold and frankincense) the three wise men brought to Jesus in the New Testament. In fact, it was actually mentioned in the Bible ...
Frankincense Essential Oil Uses and Benefits for Healing
Essential oils like frankincense oil have been used for thousands of years for their therapeutic and healing properties as part of the practice of aromatherapy. They're sourced from leaves, stems or roots of plants that ...
Oregano Oil Benefits for Infections, Fungus & Even the Common Cold
Designed specifically for fighting bacterial infections, antibiotics are one of medical doctors’ favorite tools for treating many health issues. There's another underutilized natural "medicine" that many doctors don't tell their patients about: oregano oil (also ...
10 Lavender Oil Benefits for Major Diseases and Minor Ailments
Lavender essential oil is the most used essential oil in the world today, but the benefits of lavender were actually discovered over 2,500 years ago. Because of its powerful antioxidant, antimicrobial, sedative, calming and antidepressive ...