Essential Oils 101: Cilantro

Cilantro Coriandrum sativum

The fresh, herbal aroma of Cilantro essential oil makes it useful for cooking, while also providing powerful cleansing and detoxifying properties.

Popular Uses of Cilantro Essential Oil

• Take daily during a body cleansing regimen.
• Add to stir fries, salads, and dips to experience Cilantro’s distinct flavor and internal health benefits.
• Diffuse with citrus essential oils for a fresh, herbal aroma.
• Apply one to two drops to minor skin irritations.
• Dilute with fractionated coconut oil and apply to the bottoms of the feet to aid the body in detoxification.

Description

The culinary uses and additional benefits of Cilantro have been documented for centuries. Internal use of Cilantro promotes healthy digestion and supports healthy immune and nervous system functions. Applied topically, Cilantro is very soothing and cooling to the skin, and it adds a fresh, herbal aroma to any essential oil blend when diffused. Cilantro’s culinary uses are endless, adding a flavorful twist to meats, salads, dips, and guacamole.

Uses

• Place two drops in a doTERRA veggie cap to support healthy digestion and immune system function.*
• Add to stir fries, salads, and dips to experience Cilantro’s distinct flavor.
• Diffuse with citrus essential oils for a fresh, herbal aroma.

Directions for Use

Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.

Cautions

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

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