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I’m very slow to give into the Christmas spirit-I admit that every year. However, Plant Therapy, where I’ve been getting my essential oils, came out with new products just for the holidays. I don’t know what came over me but I got excited, am using them and now I’m hooked. From festive diffuser blends to a multi-purpose cleaner that smells like… Read More »Plant Therapy Holiday Product Review
If you’re looking for essential oils at an affordable price that are 100% pure and the highest quality possible, look no further! Forget confusing MLM companies, there is a better way! In this honest Plant Therapy review, you will discover their extraction methods, company values, testing standards and my personal review of Plant Therapy so you can decide for yourself.… Read More »My Honest Plant Therapy Essential Oils Review
I must say-Homemade Vick’s Vapor Rub is an absolute staple in my home during every season of the year. We are constantly using this homemade organic balm to decongest and heal. Needless to say, we have our fair share of allergies and colds and raw, stuffy noses are quickly and safely relieved now that we have a steady supply… Read More »All Natural DIY Vapor Rub Recipe to Heal Stuffy Noses
Shield Blend Essential Oil a.k.a Thieves is my most used essential oil in the colder seasons. I find it incredibly helpful for detoxing the air, warding off airborne viruses and bacteria as well as soothing throat pain. I don’t hear many essential oil enthusiast talk about it’s ability to be applied to the throat and ease discomfort so I thought… Read More »Thieves Balm Recipe
Essential oils have become part of many of our everyday lives. Especially those of us who love to make our own beauty products. I know I’m not the only one that enjoys concocting recipes and am constantly looking in random places for different conversions and such. In this post, you’ll find essential oil drop conversions, an essential oil dilution chart… Read More »Essential Oil Conversions and Dilutions
Essential oils can be extremely helpful when it comes to warding off bacteria, mold and viruses, especially during the long winter months. A healthy immune system is vital but having an essential oil recipe on hand is one of the best ways to naturally combat flu season. Since I diffuse and apply Thieves blend so often during the cold and… Read More »Thieves Oil Recipe
Photosensitivity is a reaction to the sun from a substance applied to the skin. Typically and in this post’s case, that substance is essential oils. Since many of us here love essential oils and use them in our daily life, I thought it was high time to address this concern. So let’s dive in and learn all about photosensitive essential oils.… Read More »Essential Oils and Phototoxicity…
It’s finally spring again and I couldn’t be happier! This winter felt longer, colder and more desolate then usual. As I write this, I am enjoying my green view with the windows open and the birds singing! However, all this new beauty and warmer temps inevitably bring the “itchies”. So much of nature, while beautiful, can cause skin reactions. Rashes… Read More »DIY Calamine Lotion
Every year, exactly at this time, I write a post exploring natural options for relieving outdoor seasonal allergies. Why? Because I can’t breath and I’m miserable! I have picked up a couple remedies over the years that make a difference but the congestion, inflammation and drowsiness persists. This year I’m exploring essential oils for allergies. As I sit here, the… Read More »Allergy Relief with Essential Oils
I get so many questions about pregnancy and essential oils. I think this is a personal decision and in no way claim to be qualified to tell you one way or another but I can tell you I used essential oils throughout both my pregnancies and was always looking for a guide of essential oils to avoid during pregnancy. I… Read More »Pregnancy and Essential Oils…