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It can be used in several ways, and is available both as a concentrated solution and as a topical balm. Sometime called Thieves' Blend or Bandit's Blend, Marseille's Remedy can either be used to the clear the air literally of various types of pathogens and to help stave off various types of respiratory infections with its vapors when emitted by an aromatherapy diffuser.
It can also help clear the skin of various types of inflammations such as acne or boils or infections when used in a diluted form whether in the pre-diluted balm or as part of a solution or do-it-yourself personal care product.
Thieves' Oil is also traditionally used to help relieve various aches and pains, including digestive discomforts; or even as a surface cleaner. To help fight sickness and clear the air of pathogens, use perhaps five to ten drops in an aromatherapy diffuser or nebulizer as you would with other essential oils, and breathe some of the vapors. To relieve inflammation and fight infections on such things as acne and boils, place a very small amount on a cotton swab and dab it onto the area.
Otherwise, to use the Thieve's Oil as a topical, it is also recommended that you dilute with a carrier oil, such as jojoba oil. Start by mixing one drop of Marseille's Traditional Oil with ten drops of carrier oil, then adjust to preference. To clean and remediate mold on regular surfaces, mix with soapy water. And to fight dry rot and eliminate mold on wood surfaces, mix it with a carrier oil rather than soapy water.
