For many of us, a large part of our lives is spent at work. In fact, the average American spends around 1,800 hours per year at work. Many of us are lucky enough to work for an employer that believes in a holistic approach to wellness. There are many ways to creating a positive workplace,…
How To Use Essential Oils
So you've received your starter kit and are looking to start using your essential oils. Look no further! These articles are a collection of handy ways to use essential oils for day to day things like cleaning, dry skin, or emotional balancing. You'll also find recipes for better sleep, to help with nausea, or snoring.
These are just example topics. I think you'll also enjoy my seasonal how-to guides, for example on cold and flu season, or how to repel pesky mosquitos.
Whatever your reason for starting with essential oils; have a browse around, and I hope you enjoy!
13 Ways to Use Lemongrass Essential Oil
I love Lemongrass essential oil. I use it almost daily. Lemongrass is part of the citrus oils family. It is an aromatherapy top note and with that, uplifting in nature and bright in blends. In this article, I’ll briefly explain the plant it comes from, and then I’m going to show you 13 simple ways…
How do Diffuser Bracelets Work?
Essential oil bracelets are a fun and trendy fashion accessory for anyone that loves and appreciates essential oils in their life. They come in so many styles, colors and types, they could really be worn as jewelry alone. Today, I want to help you understand how to use a diffuser bracelet. Which types are best…
How to Treat Bug Bites with Essential Oils
So a nasty mosquito has bitten you… Ouch! What do you do now? If you want my advice: run to your home apothecary and grab your essential oils! 😉 There are a few ways to soothe the itchiness of mosquito bites. I’ll show you the essential oils you’ll want to use, plus how to quickly…
How to Get Rid of Bloating with an Essential Oils Massage
Nobody likes to wake up and feel bloated. It can literally make or break your day. And, you’ll likely want a home remedy FAST so you can get on with your day. If you have essential oils in your home apothecary, use them to help get rid of gas and bloating naturally. As a first…
11 Natural Oils to Treat Scars
Do you have an unsightly scar that won’t go away? Do you wish your scar to heal naturally? Are you wondering how essential oils fit into the picture? Essential oils are natural oils prepared from plants. The practice of using medicinal plants for healing is ancient. More and more, essential oils surface in our home…
Essential Oils for the Solar Plexus Chakra
The solar plexus chakra is the 3rd chakra in a system of 7 chakras that influence the health and well-being of humans. Essential oils as an alternative holistic practice ties into the energy work related to chakra balancing. Your solar plexus chakra activates your personal power and the light you radiate. It is where you…
7 Ways to Safely Inhale Essential Oils
I don’t know about you… but when I open a bottle of oil for whatever use or recipe, I always take a little smell. I put the bottle under my nose, and for a quick second, I do nothing else but to enjoy that particular essential oils’ scent. It helps me focus on what I’m…
Top 7 Essential Oils for PMS Symptoms & How to Use Them
Each woman experiences PMS in her own, unique way. The following essential oils and oil blends are supportive of relieving PMS symptoms. I recommend you try blending them, and work towards creating your own unique PMS blend. As every woman is beautifully unique, so is her experience of PMS symptoms and pains. Before a woman’s…
Best Essential Oils for Strong Nails and Soft Cuticles
Nails are essential parts of the body, safeguarding the tips of our fingers. Brittle nails are quite common. Even just regular daily life can cause weakness of the nails or irritate the nail beds. Exposure to chemicals such as dishwashing without gloves, or using nail polish removers, can make things worse. This can lead to several…
How to Manage Panic Attacks with Essential Oils
Have you ever encountered a panic attack? That uncomfortable and unpredictable feeling of being completely out of control? Panic attacks occur within seconds. They cause extreme anxiety leading to paralyzing fear and an immobilizing condition. Panic attacks can trigger palpitations, dizziness, and breathlessness. Do not be alarmed. You can manage panic attacks with essential oils…
5 Recipes for Calming Nerves with Essential Oils
Do you want to calm your nerves and emotions using safe and effective homemade remedies? Essential oils are nontoxic extracts from plants. They are suitable for soothing emotional tension and promote calmness. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for various health issues: physical symptoms (such as headaches or sore muscles), mental wellness,…
Tips to Safely Diffuse Essential Oils Without Harming Your Cats
Nowadays, most people can’t imagine their home without aromatherapy. It is probably the most popular way to relax after a hard-working day. You can use essential oils during your massage session or apply your favorite one in your home to improve your living space. However, many people are afraid that freshening up their homes may…
9 Beautiful Benefits of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Ylang-Ylang is pronounced as “Ee-lang Ee-lang” and has a wide range of uses and benefits in aromatherapy. That’s why a lot of people are getting fascinated with this sweet, floral essential oil and its many benefits. It’s a herbal oil home remedy for many different kinds of ailments. Ylang-Ylang scent gives a legendary perfume to…
Using Essential Oils to Aid Arthritis Pain or Joint Inflammation
Essential oils are on the rise, being used as alternative forms of treatment; not meant to cure but solely meant to assist with traditional medicine, physical therapy, massage therapy, and in some cases, no other treatment at all. It all depends on the present issue and what they’re wanting the essential oils to do for…
Top 8 Essential Oils for Sore Muscles
Are you familiar with sore muscles after a workout or strenuous physical activity? Sore muscles and muscle aches develop because of increased levels of physical exercise. I’d like to help you understand the benefits of using natural therapeutic essential oils in soothing and relaxing your sore muscles. Put an end to sore muscles! Ease the…
Homemade Eczema Cream with Calendula Herbal Oil
I’m going to show you which essential oils are good for eczema, and how to make a fantastic homemade eczema cream with them.