Top 8 Hero Oils Every Home Needs

A Word Before We Begin

If you’ve ever wondered where to begin with essential oils, you’re not alone. There are hundreds to choose from, and while each has its own unique power, there’s a special group I like to call the hero oils — the ones that show up for your body, mind, and emotions no matter what the situation. These are truly eight special oils to never be without.

Our God designed our bodies to be in a state of balance. Each day, we work to maintain this state, whether it's by remaining hydrated, moving our bodies, or using a particular oil to encourage our cells to return to this homeostatic state.

These 8 essential oils are designed to help you realign with that perfect balance. This is truly the way He intended us to live: peaceful, whole, and full of vitality. Whether you’re diffusing for emotional balance, rolling them on for immune support, or adding them to your prayer time for deeper connection, these oils are the foundation of every home that desires wellness rooted in creation itself.

Below are the top eight oils every home should have ready — and one bonus oil that deserves a spot in your heart, too. 💛

1. Frankincense – The King of Oils

Frankincense is a timeless classic— it’s been used in worship and healing rituals since biblical days. Known as the oil of divine connection, it grounds the mind, opens the heart, and quiets anxious thoughts so you can hear that still, small voice again. We all know how much Frankincense rejuvenates our skin, but it is masterful at restoring balance and peace to our nervous system as well. Diffuse it throughout the day or apply it to your crown to settle uncertain matters in your heart.

Emotionally, Frankincense invites your spirit to rest. It reminds you that you’re safe, covered, and connected to something bigger than the chaos around you.

2. Lavender – Heaven’s Comforter

If peace had a scent, I believe it would smell like Lavender. This gentle oil calms the heart, soothes the skin, and quiets the mind. It’s the perfect companion for winding down at night or calming those “too much” emotions that bubble up in stressful moments.

For deeper emotional release, Lavender speaks directly to feelings of abandonment or tension. It wraps you up like a cozy blanket and whispers, “You’re safe. You’re loved. You can rest now.”

3. Lemon – Sunshine in a Bottle

Lemon is your little burst of joy — bright, cleansing, and full of life. It uplifts mood, detoxifies the body, and clears stagnant energy in your space. A few drops in your diffuser or cleaning water instantly refreshes everything it touches.

Emotionally, Lemon encourages you to release heaviness and walk back into joy. It’s the oil that says, “Don’t carry what isn’t yours anymore — let it go.”

4. Peppermint – The Breath of Fresh Air

There’s nothing like Peppermint for mental clarity and energy. It awakens your senses, cools physical tension, and helps the mind stay sharp. A deep inhale of Peppermint clears confusion and invites in fresh purpose — perfect for work, study, or prayer time when focus is needed.

Spiritually, it helps you breathe again when life feels heavy. It brings renewal and refreshing to both body and mind, reminding you that God’s breath still sustains you.

5. Thieves – The Defender

Thieves is the powerhouse blend every home needs. Made with Clove, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and Lemon — this one was crafted to defend and protect. It purifies the air, supports the immune system, and builds resilience.

Because of the Clove essential oil in Thieves, emotionally, it supports boundaries. It strengthens your sense of safety and protection, not just physically but emotionally & spiritually too. When the world feels chaotic, Thieves helps you stand in strength and confidence.

6. Valor – The Oil of Courage

Valor is pure bravery in a bottle. Known for balancing the body’s energy and bringing emotional steadiness, this oil helps you stand tall when fear or doubt creeps in. Before a big conversation, presentation, or even prayer, apply Valor to your heart or wrists and take a deep breath — it’s your reminder that courage and calm can coexist.

Emotionally, Valor aligns you with divine strength — that quiet confidence that comes from knowing Who walks beside you.

7. Stress Away – The Peace Maker

This blend feels like a beach vacation in a bottle. With Copaiba, Lime, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Lavender, and Ocotea, it melts away tension and ushers in calm. Life gets busy, and Stress Away helps your body remember how to exhale again.

Emotionally, this oil speaks to the weary soul. It softens anxiety and brings a quiet stillness back to a heart that’s been running too hard for too long.

8. Peace & Calming – The Sleep Whisperer

This gentle blend is a favorite for families and light sleepers alike. It settles both children and adults into deep, restful sleep, helping quiet overstimulated minds. Diffuse it before bed or massage onto feet for a bedtime ritual your body will crave.

Emotionally, Peace & Calming invites you to surrender — to let go of control, soften your edges, and rest in the peace that passes all understanding.

🌺 Bonus: Ylang Ylang – The Oil of Balance

Known as the “flower of flowers,” Ylang Ylang brings the heart back into harmony. It lifts mood, supports hormonal balance, and restores emotional intimacy. It’s the perfect oil for reconnecting — with yourself, your loved ones, and your God.

Emotionally, Ylang Ylang helps release frustration, anger, or shame and replaces them with compassion and tenderness. Think of it as the fragrance of restoration.

✨ And so...

These are your hero oils — the ones that cover body, mind, and spirit in a way only God’s creation can. But what’s even more beautiful? Each one also has emotional layers that go even further beyond the surface.

Interested in learning how to use these everyday oils in your emotional wellness journey? Reach out to Jen for more info on The Healing Sanctuary, opening November 28th — a sacred space designed to help you align your body, emotions, and spirit through God’s natural tools for healing. 💛

👉 Come discover what peace, purpose, and emotional freedom can feel like — one drop at a time.