Essential Oils for Allergy Symptoms

If you listen very closely during certain times of year, you can practically hear the sighs 
of frustration coming from those who suffer from seasonal allergy symptoms. Some 
people have become so used to living on medications aimed at limiting the reactions 
they have to these allergies that they've begun to look for other more natural solutions 
to their needs. Natural methods tend to have less inconvenient or damaging side 
effects, so they’ve become a popular choice for people who are in the know. This article 
will have a short list of essential oils for allergy symptoms. 


Lemon 

There are schools of thought who have always associated the smells of citrus fruits to 
being awake and alert, so it’s fairly common for people to add lemon scents to other 
citrus oils like orange. One of the most prominent attributes of lemon oil is that it can 
help to open your sinuses and help get rid of congestion in your chest. If you want to 
use it topically however, it would be a good idea to dilute it into some kind of carrier oil 
like jojoba oil. That way you can reduce the risk of having a negative reaction if you 
happen to be sensitive. 


Peppermint

Peppermint oil can bring a beautiful and festive smelling environment in minutes, but the 
real treasure behind peppermint is its ability to bring down inflammation in the body. 
Peppermint is also highly recognized for its ability to help respiration by calming the 
sensitive tissues in your lungs and breathing passages. It’s a great oil to pair with other 
strong smelling oils if you need more strength of relief. One of the best can be a pairing 
with lavender, but it should be notes that if you haven’t used these kinds of oil in 
tandem, that it might be a good idea to be conservative with the amounts so you can 
avoid having any adverse effects. 


Frankincense 

This essential oil has a long history of use and has often been linked to respiratory 
issues.  
Most of this action is due to the anti-inflammatory effects of the oils. Oils of this type can 
be used in diffusers for maximum coverage in your home. 


Chamomile Oils
 
Chamomile has a reputation for being a calming, relaxing sort of effect when ingested, 
so it should be no surprise to see it included in a list of oils that are intended to soothe 
and calm part of the body. This oils is all about anti-inflammatory benefits, and can be 
used topically with a carrier oil. 
