If I had to choose my top 5 essential oils, Rosemary oil would be one of them. Rosmarinus officinalis oil is good for so many everyday health problems, from muscle aches and pains to sinusitis and coughs. It is one of the most stimulating essential oils, and I use it whenever I’m feeling low on […]
4 Home Uses for Peppermint Oil
Peppermint essential oil (Mentha piperita) is a very useful addition to your natural remedies kit. This stimulating and refreshing oil is a home remedy for headaches, colds and sinus congestion. I use it in footbaths, too. How to Use Peppermint Essential Oil at Home 1. Use Peppermint essential oil in a steam inhalation during colds […]
Natural Cold Remedies for Pregnant Moms
The arrival of the common cold is annoying at the best of times. During pregnancy, it signals a time of suffering and misery, as every medicine box that promises relief from the symptoms of the cold also warns that it cannot be used by an expectant mom unless she consults her doctor. While it is […]
Bath Blends for the Flu Season
Many essential oils are antiviral and can help to fight the flu virus. If you take a bath with antiviral essential oils at the very start of the flu, you can sometimes reduce the length of your illness. After taking a bath, it is best to get some sleep. If you start to sweat profusely, […]
DIY Aromatic Body Scrub
Aromatic Body Scrub Mixture 1/4 cup sea salt 1/4 cup medium-ground cornmeal 1/3 cup olive oil 10 drops essential oils Mix sea salt and cornmeal together in a glass bowl. Gently heat olive oil and essential oils until just warm. Stir the warm oil into the dry ingredients and mix well. The mixture should […]
Nourishing Bath Blends for Winter
A wonderful way to end your day is with an aromatic bath. It can be relaxing, rejuvenating, and in the winter time it can be nourishing to the skin. The winter cold brings heated indoor areas, which can dry our skin. By adding a moisturizing bath into your routine once or twice a week, your […]
How to Use Ravensara Essential Oil During the Cold and Flu Season
Ravensara (Ravensara aromatica) is one of the best essential oils to use during the flu season. It is a good alternative to Tea Tree oil or Eucalyptus essential oil and because it is non-toxic and non-sensitizing, it is safe to use even for children. Its many therapeutic properties make it almost as versatile as Lavender, […]
Stress Relief Tips at the Untrained Housewife
Stress is so common that if you’re not under stress, you probably know a few people who are feeling stressed out. Whatever the causes of stress, it usually responds well to home remedies and natural treatments. Read about what stress does to your health and learn to recognize your own stress symptoms, then try these […]
Aromatherapy Remedies for Cellulite
I’m sure I don’t have to tell anyone what cellulite looks like. Most women get it, and even if you don’t have any, there is enough talk about it. I believe in natural cellulite treatments, and aromatherapy has some great home remedies for cellulite. Essential Oils: Natural Cellulite Remedies Will essential oils alone magically get […]
Energizing Aromatherapy Bath Blends
Aromatherapy baths may make you think of relaxation, but if you are low on energy, try these energizing bath blends. Making your own bath oils is easy; you need just a few essential oils and a good aromatherapy book to start experimenting. The following blends are only suggestions. The basic dilution is a total of […]
Three Simple Relaxing Aromatherapy Bath Blends
It is very easy to make your own aromatherapy bath oils and salts. You do not even need base oil or salt to take a bath with essential oils: you can add essential oil directly into bath water. However, since a long soak dries the skin, and since some oils can irritate sensitive skin, it […]
Badam Milk (Almond Milk): My Favorite Sleep Remedy
Almond milk, or badam milk, is a great homemade sleeping remedy and a comforting warm drink for evenings. Traditional Indian badam milk is made with cow’s milk, almonds (badam), saffron, cardamom (and maybe some other spices, such as nutmeg) and sugar. A Natural Sleep Remedy Indian badam milk is not vegan/non-dairy almond “milk”, but real […]
