Nobody wants to see their skin react adversely to the use of essential oils. However, it does happen. It’s happened to me. Worse, I’ve burnt my kids’ skin, as well. So I can tell you from a bit of first-hand “mom” experience, how terrible that feels. But fear not, there is an easy solution to…
Home Remedies
So you've received your starter kit of essential oils. I'm sure what you want to do now is use them!
Look no further! I'll teach you how to use your essential oils for common ailments, and hone your home apothecary skill.
You'll find information for better sleep, or how to help with nausea, or snoring. I think you'll also enjoy my seasonal how-to guides, for example on cold and flu season, or how to repel pesky mosquitos.
These articles are a collection of handy ways to use essential oils for day to day things that we can address with home remedies.
Whatever your reason for starting with essential oils; have a browse around, and enjoy bringing more natural health and well-being into your own life.
Healing Balm Squad: How to Tackle minor First Aid for the Entire Family
Around the home, minor accidents and injuries happen all of the time. Little cuts and scrapes, skin irritations, minor aches and pains… you name it! Plus, the occasional chest congestion or cold are all too common around families of any shape and size. Using traditional medicines, we mostly know what to do in such cases: reach…
7 Best Essential Oils for Sore Muscles and Neck Pain
Essential oils are a safe and effective way to soothe sore muscles. But with so many different oils on the market, it can be difficult to know which ones to choose. I’d like to help you understand the benefits of using natural oils in treating your body aches. It doesn’t matter if it’s back pain,…
Top 6 Essential Oils for Nausea, Vomiting and Motion Sickness
If you’re looking to use aromatherapy for nausea, vomiting, digestion or motion sickness, look no further. These 6 essential oils have been shown to help with stomach troubles. Start here to learn how to use them! What exactly is nausea? It’s that feeling when your stomach turns and you’re certain you’re going to keel over…
The 5 Best Essential Oils For Massage Therapy
Massage is a great way to relax and de-stress, and adding essential oils can make the experience even more enjoyable. Aromatherapy massage has been shown to have many benefits, including relief from tension headaches, reduced stress levels, improved circulation, and relief from muscle pain. With so many benefits, it’s no wonder that massage is one…
Top 6 Essential Oils for Headache and Migraine Relief: Use Natural Solutions
Headaches are the worst. Whether you have a tension headache, migraine, or just one that feels like your brain is being squeezed to death, they are no fun. Luckily, there are certain essential oils for headaches and migraines that can help relieve some of the pain. Here’s a list of 6 essential oils for headache…
5 Best Essential Oils for Weight Loss
If you’re trying to shed a few extra pounds, essential oils may be able to provide you with the support you need. Let’s get one thing right: oils can’t burn calories for you. However, they can boost your metabolism, support your digestion, combat sugar cravings and more. If your goal is to lose weight, to…
Homemade Muscle Rub Recipe with Essential Oils
Nothing in my natural medicine cabinet gets used more often than my DIY essential oils muscle rub. Our household has extensive experience with muscle rubs, since my husband has chronic back pain. We’ve likely been through about a dozen of commercially-made products. But what do we like best? You bet. My DIY recipe! If your…
5 Best Essential Oils for Rosacea – PLUS: 3 Recipes
Using essential oils for rosacea is a great, natural way to care for your skin. It lets you treat your skin concerns in a toxin-free way. The oils take a little bit of knowledge to apply properly, but that’s what I’m here to help you with! Most rosacea cases affect the face. When it comes to…