Homemade Natural Deodorant For years now, I’ve been making deodorant for my husband and myself. A while back, I posted a deodorant recipe and explained why it’s a good idea to make your own without the harmful chemicals that is added to most conventional deodorants. I also listed the top harmful ingredients to stay away …
Category: Essential oils
Oregano Essential Oil
A potent & powerful oil Oregano is one essential oil that I believe everyone should have in their medicine cabinet. Read on to find out why… What is oregano essential oil? Oregano is a plant native to higher altitudes, usually found growing in the mountains. It is more commonly known as a spice for cooking, …
Frankincense Essential Oil
The restorative & multi-purpose oil Frankincense is one of my most favorite oils because you can practically use it for everything! I have heard it said, “when in doubt, use frankincense” and it is true. Many times I have used this oil as a last resort and to my surprise, it works very well! The …
Myrrh Essential Oil
The healing & nurturing oil What is Myrrh oil? There was a good reason that Myrrh was brought as one of the gifts from the Magi to baby Jesus. In ancient times, Myrrh was an anointing oil and a valuable item that was a standard gift to honor a king or deity. Myrrh is a resin, or …
Lemon Essential Oil
The refreshing & uplifting oil What is Lemon oil? Lemon essential oil, also called citrus limon, is extracted from lemon peels by a process called cold press. Lemon oil’s main compound is d-limonene which gives lemon it’s citrus scent. Lemon oil is used in many areas around the world and is typically grown in Europe …
Is it safe to take essential oils internally?
Is it really safe to TAKE ESSENTIAL OILS INTERNALLY? *This article has been updated 2/21/19 If you google this topic today, you’ll find that it’s SUPER controversial. Some certified aromatherapists claim that essential oils should never be ingested. On the other hand, other aromatherapists and many medical professionals say taking essential oils internally is safe. …
DIY Deodorant
Homemade deodorant Before you read this, go and get your deodorant, then come back. Got it? OK, now look at the ingredients on the label and see if it contains any of these: Harmful ingredients commonly found in deodorant Phthalates – used as a solvent in cosmetics and personal care products. According to animal studies, phthalates …
Skin Support Blend
A homemade skin blend is surprisingly easy and does not contain any toxic chemicals. Before I was aware of essential oils, I would run to use an antibiotic ointment for every wound I got. Little did I know that what I was putting on an open wound was doing me no good. In fact, the …
Top 5 Essential oils for healthy skin
Essential oils are wonderful natural remedies and can be used for so many things! HERE ARE MY FAVORITE TOP 5 ESSENTIAL OILS TO USE FOR SKIN HEALTH *Remember, essential oils are highly concentrated. In most cases, you will only need one or two drops at a time and per dose. Lavender (lavandula angustifolia) Use topically for …
Essential oils… What’s the big deal?
In the past 10 years, essential oils have gained steam in popularity. Thanks to emerging companies that have created high standards for testing, essential oils have become well-known and accepted in many homes. For many cultures, essential oils are nothing new and have been used for centuries. Why have they become so popular? Here are …