# Essential Oils Guide + — user reviews > 50 indexed App Store user reviews of Essential Oils Guide + by Hugo Prione, rated 4.76/5 from 2,454 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essential-oils-guide-plus/id1234270865/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essential-oils-guide-plus/id1234270865.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 2,205 · 4★ 113 · 3★ 25 · 2★ 22 · 1★ 89 ## What do users think of Essential Oils Guide +? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🚀 Quick and informative - 📚 Helpful resource - 👍 User-friendly **Cons** - 🔍 Difficult to search - 🧠 Missing information - 💰 Not worth the price - 🐌 Slow and freezes - 🔍 Unable to find content **Commonly reported bugs** - Search function doesn't work - App crashes or freezes **Most requested features** - Bring back ailment/recipe section - Add more comprehensive information - Improve search functionality - Include KidScents oils ## Newest reviews (16 of 50) ### 3/5 — Missing oils *2020-05-19, version 1.5.0* This is a great app, and so handy to have and look up the oils and the blends, and what they are good for. I just looked up Jojoba, and it’s not included. It makes me wonder how many others oils are missing from the list. Including all oils will help oil users in their selections as they continue to use YL oils. Also, as another reviewer pointed out, it would be helpful to have a list of ailments and the recipes suggested for each. This, again, will help the consumer make the most out of their use of YL products. I recommend that that you keep updating and developing this up. Thank you! **Developer response:** Hello Bogdel, Thanks for the feedback. ### 2/5 — Search function doesn’t *2020-05-16, version 1.5.0* The search function within the app does not function. This app would benefit from a cross-referencing capable/key word search function, and definitely needs more specific info about the best uses for each oil. Needs improvement. ### 2/5 — Disappointed! *2019-10-18, version 1.5.0* I used to love this app, but for some reason the “Ailments” tab disappeared. That was my go-to tab when I needed to find which oils to use for a particular ailment. May have to uninstall and find a different app that is more user friendly and meets my needs. ### 1/5 — Sadly Unimpressed *2019-10-15, version 1.5.0* I used to really love this app, as it explained oil compositions, usage, etc. I particularly loved the ailment section, as it explained what oils to use and how for specific ailments. However, the ailment section has recently disappeared. As a result, I do not feel the app is worth the money. It is informative about oils, in general, but does not explain (as in detail) the practical uses of the oils. ### 1/5 — Oils app *2019-09-19, version 1.5.0* Are used to agree with others about this app. I paid for this app with the intent of using it to find quick answers to what works for what ailment. This option is no longer available.I wrote to the software people to find out why and they only stated that they were reformatting. I feel I was scammed into buying it. I previously recommended this app, but now find it to be pretty useless. Bait and switch **Developer response:** Hello qpwoty, Thanks for the feedback. Any questions or suggestions on how we can improve the app, please contact us at support@cauim.co Have a great day. ### 1/5 — Used to be a great App, not anymore. *2019-08-24, version 1.4.2* I bought this app to help me figure out what oils go with what ailments. This app used to give me a list of ailments and tell me what essential oils help. Although the past 3 months the app has taken away this feature. I emailed the App’s technical support and they didn’t help. I ended up calling the YoungLiving company and they said this isn’t an App from their company, this is a 3rd party app. I’m disappointed that they took away the ailments, but then to find out it’s not even YoungLiving is so disappointing. The $7 dollars isn’t worth it anymore **Developer response:** Hello GermanShepherdLover1, Thanks for the feedback. If you have any questions or suggestions please contact us at support@cauim.co Have a great day ### 2/5 — No Ailments? *2019-08-18, version 1.4.2* Someone recommended this app to me because you could search by oil singles, oil blends, and ailments. I mainly wanted the ailments feature, but once I purchased it, I don’t see it? Someone sent me screenshots where the ailments were, but it’s like that section is non-existent for my app. I’ve never paid for an app—ever—and I felt like this would be worth it, but it’s not. ### 1/5 — Why did this app change? *2019-08-12, version 1.4.2* I purchased this app a year and 8 months ago. I almost never pay for an app but a friend recommended it and it trust her. At first I loved it. It had an ailment section where I could look up a problem and find information and recipes. I felt that I had spent my money well. Just recently however, the ailment section has disappeared from the app. I feel a bit duped. I would never had paid for this app without the ailment section which I feel is the most beneficial part. I thought maybe it was because I needed to do an update either to the app, my phone or both. When I went into the App Store to check on the app, it no longer shows an ailment section in the description. I’m very disappointed and may just delete the app, if it doesn’t go back to what I originally purchased. Feel like a bait and switch that just took a long time to switch. **Developer response:** Hello Tgro04, Thanks for the feedback. Sorry for the inconvenience, we are reformulating the app’s experience. ### 3/5 — Where did the “ailments” topic go? *2019-07-27, version 1.4.2* Used to be able to search for oils to treat a specific ailment, now can’t find that search. Has it been removed or is it located somewhere else? That’s what I loved about this app...now, not finding it too helpful. ### 1/5 — Not very useful *2019-07-20, version 1.4.2* There’s only three options. The search bar always freezes and never finds anything. I tried typing “lavender” - it found nothing and I couldn’t go anywhere from there. I’ve deleted the app and installed it at least three times. Doesn’t work. Don’t spend your money. ### 1/5 — Slow and cumbersome *2019-04-02, version 1.4* I’m very disappointed. I thought with all the ratings that this app was out for a while and had the bugs fixed. This is even worse then the free app I downloaded. I’m about ready to give up on these oil apps. They all seem to be knock offs. I thought maybe this was the original one. I was skeptical of the PINK. Now I realize I should have trusted my hunch! Do you give refunds? ### 2/5 — Very disappointed *2019-01-27, version 1.4* I bought this last week and it won’t load 98% of the time. I click on different sections (“blends” for example) and it just does the spinning loading sign over the app page. I don’t understand how this got so many great reviews, I wish I’d bought another reference app. Feels like I wasted my money. ### 3/5 — Needs work, search not working and freezes *2019-01-22, version 1.4* I am new to EO and YL. Usually don’t spend money on apps but have a lot to learn so made the purchase for $6.99. Tried to search for specific EO on Oils page but not only did it not do anything when entering a partial name, but also did not work when typing in the full name and hittin search. Then it kind of froze and no longer had a full listing for me to scroll to find what I was looking for. Had to close out the app and reopen it. Not fun! Would love to be able to easily see recipes for diffuser, rather than having to scan through Ailments. Think the product is great, but really wish the app was better and worth the $. **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback. We are currently reviewing our content and we'll release an update soon, we'll also take in consideration your points. ### 2/5 — Not impressed *2018-11-01, version 1.4* This was a top pick when searching for an oil app. Unfortunately I disagree. I have tried to find some common ailments, such as pink eye or an ear infection and how to use oils to alleviate symptoms before going to a medical professional ... nothing there. There are also times when searching the app for an oil or ailment and it stops loading/freezes and I have to close it out and restart. I wouldn’t pay the $6.99 for it- i would like a refund. I’ve had more luck searching online or in a reference book. **Developer response:** Hi Daisy, Thanks for the feedback. We are currently reviewing our content and we'll release an update soon. Please contact us at support@cauim.co we will be happy to help you. ### 2/5 — Hard to use *2018-09-29, version 1.4* This app is hard to use. Not sure where the high ratings are coming from and the list of oils are. not up to date. When you did your search and its not finding it, there is no way to go back to menu. You have to close the app and reopen to see the bottom menu. Very dissapointed. **Developer response:** Hi einal, please contact us via support@cauim.co so we can better help you with your issues. Thank you! ### 1/5 — Where’s the info? *2018-08-09, version 1.4* I had hoped this would tell me the uses for each oil - both what it helps and which way is best to use (ie, topical, diffuse etc). Also, when I go into search there’s no way to back out if it I was just stuck and had to kill the app. My upline said to get a different app but I went with the one that was FOR Young Living thinking it would be the most complete - guess not. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Nothing more than an e-book could provide. *2023-02-21, version 1.5.1* With all the great reviews I thought this would be better. I have enough reference books, both hard copy as well as electronic, so this did not impress me at all. I wish I had seen when the last update had been made before I purchased (hint: It has been quite a while) as it would have saved me the $6.99. Lesson learned. ### 1/5 — Unable to see content *2021-12-27, version 1.5.1* I just purchased this app yesterday as reviews looked great and engagement seemed high. However after opening/loading the app, I did not see any content. When I switch tabs (from oils to blends) I eventually get content for ONE of the categories. This makes me wonder if a) the whooping prize of $6.99 is justified and b) if this app is still being improved on. At this point I would not recommend this app. ### 1/5 — Misleading app *2021-01-10, version 1.5.1* This app is worthless. I bought it with the intent of knowing what oil to use for what issue. This has been taken away and is no longer available on this app. Waste of money!! Company just keeps saying they are reformatting the app. Well, they have been reformatting for over a year and this option is still not available. Do not waste your money! There are better apps out there!! **Developer response:** Hello TinyTotsEmbroidery, Thanks for the feedback. Any questions or suggestions please contact us at support@cauim.co ### 1/5 — I used to love it, now not at all! *2020-08-30, version 1.5.1* This app used to be my go-to for help with ailments. Now the whole ailment section is gone. Please fix! I paid for this when it was the best essential oil app. I hope it will be fixed soon and not a total waste of money. I think I sent this review when I first realized the ailments/recipes were deleted. I was hoping after the revamp that it would bring those back. But it hasn’t so here’s another 1 star rating. PLEASE BRING BACK THE AILMENT RECIPES!! THAT’S WHY I PAID FOR THE APP!! **Developer response:** Hello Sagriff, Thank you for the feedback. Sorry for the inconvenience, we are reformulating the app’s experience. ### 1/5 — This app use to be so much better *2020-02-06, version 1.5.0* I bought this app when it had some of the greatest resources for ailments and much more guidance and information than they do now. Why did you take the best part of your app away? I wish I could get a refund to buy an app that I can actually use. ### 1/5 — Disappointing *2020-01-28, version 1.5.0* How long until the app is reformatted/reformulated? I read reviews and then later realized I read reviews from a year ago or more. Had I searched for reviews from the last few months I would not have purchased this app. How do I go about getting a refund? ### 1/5 — Disappointing *2019-12-17, version 1.5.0* Not what I expected from YL. Sadly this was $6.99😳 wasted. This feels like an app from 10 years ago. Not easy to search ailments, oil descriptions are very technical and they're are no suggested uses or recipes. I see most responses for over the past year are "...we are reformulating the app"🤷‍♀️ ### 1/5 — Ailment section *2019-10-30, version 1.5.0* I bought this app just now under the impression you void search various ailments to find an appropriate oil for. I get the app downloaded and there aren’t any search options for an ailment. I wouldn’t have paid the money for the app if I had have know your couldn’t search! ### 1/5 — Disappointed *2019-10-28, version 1.5.0* Purchased this app b/c it was supposed to have a ailment tab. Complete waste of money as it no longer has it and the it is slow as molasses to even open. I’d like my money back. If your thinking about getting this, read the recent reviews, wish I would have.... ### 1/5 — Would have been 5 star until they changed the app *2019-10-26, version 1.5.0* I liked the app so much better when it had an ailments section. I don’t find this app as beneficial or as useful as it once was. If ailments section returns I would gladly change my review. Until then can I get a refund this app does nothing that it is supposed to and is quite useless and a waste of money. Don’t purchase this app unless you want to throw your money away. **Developer response:** Hello Bessie_14, Thanks for the feedback. Sorry for the inconvenience, we are reshaping the app experience. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Thank you *2019-07-03, version 1.4* Having this resource on me is a game changer!! Can take care of myself and family while traveling ### 5/5 — A Great Resource! *2019-04-29, version 1.4* Thank you for creating this app; it’s a great help, and very easy to use. Highly recommend. 👍🏼 ### 5/5 — Perfect for everyday use! *2019-03-02, version 1.4* Great app! I can check out different oils uses and types and in one app. Love using this! ### 5/5 — Quick + worth the money *2019-02-27, version 1.4* Whenever I have any issue this is my go to. It’s like having a pocket doctor! ### 5/5 — Love this app! *2018-07-02, version 1.3* I absolutely love having this app at my fingertips! I only use Young Living oils and I can rest assured that these recipes are Tailored for the Young Living brand as other brands of oils are weaker and would require more drops of oil! I love how user friendly this app is! **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback, oil mimi! 🎉 ### 5/5 — Applications Needs Explained *2018-05-01, version 1.3* As an example when you look up “SKIN TAGS” it has 3 options. Recipe 1 - 2 to 6 Applications, Recipe 2 - 1 Application, Recipe 3 - 2 to 6 Applications. The number of Applications is that per day or is it 1 Application for that many days? If it is 2-6 Applications per day, how long do you continue treatment? Days? Weeks? Or Indefinitely? This question applies to the Ailment for “WARTS” as well. Otherwise, I love the New App!!! ### 5/5 — Wish I could get my money back *2018-03-18, version 1.3* Does not have many things I am looking for. Just paid another $7 for a different app that had the answers I need and have now paid double what I intended to spend to find the information I needed. ### 5/5 — Love Love Love *2018-02-10, version 1.3* This app is magical as well as educational. I love to read about the oils and be able to look at the app for the best description. Also you get a visual, family, synonyms,actions, history, and so much more. ### 5/5 — Sacred sense *2018-02-08, version 1.3* I find this app to be very helpful when I am talking with people especially if they are experiencing some form of discomfort mentally, emotionally or physically. Thank you !♥️ ### 5/5 — EO newbie *2018-01-10, version 1.3* I am new to YL oils and this app has really helped me out. I can look up ailments, oil blends by name and get some great information. Includes recipes and tips. I wish I knew about the app when I first signed up. It’s the “google” of YL oils. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*