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, […]
How to Treat Fear and Anxiety for Your Dog
Fear and anxiety can cause your dog to become ill, irritable or even aggressive. Learn how to treat anxiety and calm the fear for your dog.
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 Make Your Own Massage Oils
Make your own massage oil to relieve aches and pains, for self-massage or to massage others. Homemade massage oils are great gifts, too. Choose a single base oil or a few carrier oils, and add up to 3-4 essential oils. Base Oils for Massage Oil Blends Grapeseed oil is odorless and light and […]
Essential Oils for Different Skin Types
When you make your own beauty products, you know exactly what you’ll be putting on your skin. Many commercial body lotions and face creams contain essential oils, but some of them contain just tiny amounts of actual essential oil, and you can’t always be sure of the quality of the oils. All you need […]
Choosing Essential Oils for Homemade Body Oils
When making your own body oils, you can choose essential oils for their therapeutic properties or simply for their scent. Blending, like perfumery, is an art: it takes time, and some trial and error, to create a good blend. If you really get into making your own homemade beauty products, it is a good idea […]
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 […]
