Everyday Uses

Do you have a home garden? Are pests intruding on your crops? If so, you might be resorting to chemical pesticides. Because what else can you do? Well, there are organic alternatives to pesticides that are 100 percent natural and perfect for safeguarding your home garden. The list below contains several natural, non-toxic remedies for warding off those … Read more

There is an abundance of aromatherapy products, including not just the variety of oils you can purchase, but the accessories to use with them. As an ancient method of holistic healing and wellness, aromatherapy invigorates the mind, body, and soul through aroma or fragrance. Diane Ackerman summed it up well: “Nothing is more memorable than … Read more

Essential oils can offer a valuable contribution to any health and wellness plan – directly impacting both your mental and physical well-being. With a wealth of important properties, essential oils provide relief from a range of symptoms, ease tension and anxiety, elevate mood, and even enhance cognition. Each oil will offer different effects, depending on … Read more

Have you been so obsessed with many different skin care products to the point that you end up spending your hard-earned cash on them? Well, now, you won’t need all of them anymore. From getting rid of those facial oils to maintaining a clear and flawless complexion, you can find an essential oil for that. … Read more

The power of smell is, well, powerful. Smell can pleasing, and not so pleasing. An unexpected scent can ignite memories of the past. Smells interconnect with the limbic system, the part of the body that feels, inspires, and motivates. That’s why more and more people are hopping on the aromatherapy bandwagon. It can soothe, calm, and … Read more

Besides the fact that they’re natural and versatile, essential oils are loved by many because of their affordability. For instance, just one bottle of lavender essential oil can treat headaches, anxiety, bacterial infections and inflammation without costing more than ten dollars. [vision_pullquote style=”3″ align=”center”] Click Here To Quickly View This Page In One Image! Rarest … Read more

If you’re interested in using essential oils for their therapeutic properties, you’re going to need to know a thing or two about carrier oils. Derived from the fatty parts of plants, carrier oils are oils with which you can dilute essential oils. Because essential oils can cause irritation when applied directly to the skin, it’s … Read more

Guest contribution by Nina Wells Essential oils can be a wonderful way to treat a variety of ailments, increase your home’s defences against cold and flu, bacteria and viruses, help to purify the air around you, and offer a whole host of benefits too numerous to name. They’re a great alternative or a fantastic compliment … Read more

A brief post inspired by an infographic by Quill.com Stress follows us everywhere — especially at work. In fact, our jobs are creating more and more stress in our lives, as we work more hours and work harder in those hours. And with that stress comes physical and mental effects. We’re suffering heart attacks and … Read more

There is much debate over what essentials oils should or should not be ingested. Some people will say, “No way, they should not be taken internally!” Others might say, “Sure you can, they’re all natural. So they’re all food grade!” It’s a worthy debate, especially considering there are several oils that should not be taken internally. … Read more

Essential oils have been in the limelight for the past few years. Of course, there’s a pretty good reason behind it – there are countless uses and benefits. While most of us have heard about the wonders these oils can do, there are others who don’t know that these products exist and how they’re used. … Read more

Whether you are a long-time reader or new to the site, if you’ve stumbled across this article, you’ve likely heard about essential oil diffuser jewelry. Other than being portable, diffuser jewelry works differently than traditional, aromatherapy diffusers. Still, the each serve the same purpose. A stationary diffuser uses water to emit a steam of aroma, providing … Read more

Many of us think that “natural” is better. Sad to say, not all of them are. But what’s great is that most of the good ones are readily available at home and are proven to be very effective, battling acne breakouts, treating pigmentations, preventing sun damage, and soothing irritation. So, to help you identify these … Read more

Every now and then we hear about a fact that a drop in the temperature lowers the humidity levels. Sadly, the dry air tends to suck out all the moisture from the skin. So, in the transition period from summer to fall, fall to winter and throughout the colder months, one is more likely to … Read more

As you probably already know, the benefits of essential oils and other natural aromatherapy solutions are endless. But to get the most out of these products, you must apply them in the right manner. Depending on the “symptom” you are looking to address, some methods are better than others. For instance: For more instant relief … Read more

Essential oils have been widely used for comfort and relaxation purposes for years now. However, these oils are also gaining popularity as pain relievers. Like modern day analgesics, essential oils are very effective, only that they come with several side effects. Below are some of the most effective essential oils for pain relief. 1. Chamomile … Read more

“There is something of the marvelous in all things nature.” – Aristotle Have you heard about coconut oil and the benefits it brings? If not, allow me to share my story. Hopefully, it could also inspire you to use it. It all started with a jar of Coco Treasure organic extra virgin coconut oil I … Read more

The New Year is a time when we vow acts of self improvement. Typically, these improvements involve our health. Diets, gym membership renewals, the list goes on. Well, guess what, essential oils can play a huge role in improving your health as well. Think about it. Oils like vetiver can improve your sleep. Oils like … Read more

Hair loss is especially prevalent in men. It may, however, be more prevalent in women than you think. In fact, nearly a third of all women endure some form of hair thinning during their lifetime. It typically becomes noticeable with age as a ponytail becomes skinnier or a scalp becomes more visible. Want to maintain … Read more

You already know the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. Relieving stress, mood swings, colds, the list goes on. And most likely, you probably know about the various applications of using aromatherapy. Among the most popular application methods is using an essential oil diffuser. You might already have one in your bedroom, living room, or even … Read more

Even though the number of people who use essential oils is overwhelmingly women, aromatherapy is, indeed, great for men as well. Sure, catching the scent of lavender or patchouli might cause a man to belt out, “No, I can’t use those!” But not only do these particular oils offer profound health benefits, there are a … Read more

Essential oils have been used for healthy living, cleaning and enjoyment since the time of the ancient Egyptians. Today, more valuable uses for essential oils are still being discovered. I first learned about the powers of essential oils from my grandmother, and today I am grateful to share some of my favorite essential oil-based cleaning … Read more

Itchy, scratchy, yucky. There’s plenty of words to describe the season for when fleas from your dogs and cats begin to surface. As you probably know, there’s a plethora of chemical treatments that can terminate these obnoxious pests. But are those chemically-infused products safe for you and your family? And do you really want to … Read more