Y’all know how I love my essential oils and natural living products. 
I’m a big believer in saving money, but I’m also a big believer in getting quality products. Buying a cheap essential oil isn’t going to be worth the money that buying pharmaceutical-grade is, in some cases. I try to buy high quality essential oils from trusted resources. If I’m going to spend money, I want to know it’s going toward something worth the money!!
That being said, I realize that money is tight for many. The idea of spending $20 – $90 or more on a small bottle of essential oil is intimidating. I mean, holy cow, do you know how many groceries I can buy for that much money? It’s actually a lot like the grocery dilemma: the higher quality, non GMO, organic foods cost more, and it can be hard to justify spending the extra $$$, even when we believe it’s better for us.
When is it okay to use a more affordable essential oil? I would never recommend doing so when you are using it for health purposes. If you are ingesting or applying topically, I think it’s worth using the good stuff. Our bodies are worth it. I do feel, however, that at times, it’s okay to go for the more affordable option.
For example, I have a big bottle of lemon essential oil. It’s labeled “Pure”, but not food-grade or pharmaceutical-grade. It is 4 oz (114 ml), so much bigger than the standard 5-15 ml bottles. Yet it costs less than the typical $15 (for 15 ml) or so price. I love it and use it all the time. Wanna know when? I use it in my bathroom. I usually deposit a drop or two in my toilet bowl to keep it fresh. I do it each day, as well as in between big restroom breaks. It’s cheaper than Poo-Pourri, and works just as well, ha ha. I also use a bigger tea tree oil bottle and put a few drops or so in my garbages every once in awhile. It really helps to deodorize.
What are situations that you feel a more affordable EO option is worth it?
