Essential oils and human blood share several common properties: fight infection, contain hormone-like compounds, and initiate regeneration. Working as the chemical defense mechanism of the plant, essential oils possess potent antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. Essential oils have been used medicinally to kill bacteria, fungi, and viruses. They provide exquisite fragrances to balance moods, lift spirits, and dispel negative emotions. They can stimulate the regeneration of tissue or stimulate nerves. They can even carry nutrients to and oxygenate the cells.

This similarity goes even deeper. Essential oils have a chemical structure similar to human cells and tissues. This makes essential oils compatible with human protein and enables them to be readily identified and accepted by the body.

Essential oils have a unique ability to penetrate cell membranes and diffuse throughout the blood and tissues. The unique, lipid-soluble structure of essential oils is very similar to the makeup of our cell’s membranes. The molecules of essential oils are relatively small, which enhances their ability to penetrate the cells. When topically applied to the feet or elsewhere, essential oils can travel throughout the body in a matter of minutes.