If you are accustomed to using essential oils, then you already know how to use individual scents. Another option is to use blends, whether you buy pre-made blends or make them yourself. These are amazing for more health benefits, plus you can create unique products to give out during the holiday season. Put Essential Oils in a Diffuser Using an essential oil blend doesn’t have to be complicated. You can simply add a few drops of the chosen blend to…
Scented shaving cream is a great gift to give out during the holidays, especially when you make it yourself. You can create healthy shaving cream that is scented with different holiday scents or blends, appropriate for both men and women. Here are some tips for making do-it-yourself DIY essential oil Shaving cream. Choose Your Scent Before you start making the scented shaving cream, you should first decide on the scents you want to use. Remember you can use individual scents…
When you are busy making your own gifts during the holidays to give to friends and loved ones, you will notice that carrier oils are often mentioned. Coconut oil is one of the more popular carrier oils, as it blends withdiy essential oils to make them safe for use on the skin. Here are some different ways to use coconut oil with your seasonal DIY gifts. Use Coconut Oil as a Carrier Oil This is probably the simplest way to…
When talking about seasonal essential oils and products that use them, cinnamon is bound to come up. You will notice this is often a big scent used in many DIY products and Christmas-themed blends of essential oils. Here are some seasonal uses of cinnamon oil that work great with the cinnamon scent. 1. Homemade Potpourri The first seasonal item you can make with cinnamon essential oil is homemade potpourri. This is probably one of the easiest DIY gifts to make…
Bloating, fatigue, cramps, cravings, and mood swings — most women experience the wide array of PMS symptoms at some point in their lives. Helping balance hormone levels and combatting the physical and mental symptoms that arise during the menstrual cycle, there are essential oil remedies for PMS which provide an affordable, all-natural option to period relief and other women’s issues. Essential Oil Remedies for PMS and Other Women’s Issues Bergamot Bergamot, a yummy additive to tea, also provides amazing calming…
Aromatherapy is a wonderful way to heal your body and mind naturally, without any medications, chemicals, or visits to the doctor. If you are interested in learning more about aromatherapy, you first need to learn what essential oils can be used. What is Aromatherapy? First of all, it helps to know a little more about what aromatherapy is. This is the practice of using essential oils for the purpose of healing your body or mind. The two main methods of…
Bloating, fatigue, cramps, cravings, and mood swings — most women experience the wide array of PMS symptoms at some point in their lives. Helping balance hormone levels and combatting the physical and mental symptoms that arise during the menstrual cycle, essential oils provide an affordable, all-natural option to period relief. Essential Oils for a Woman’s Personal Use Bergamot Bergamot, a yummy additive to tea, also provides amazing calming effects, helping lower blood pressure and alleviate stress. Chamomile Known for its…
Smell is intensely linked to both memory and emotion, perhaps more than any other sense. The perfume industry has long been aware of this fact, but lately, people have opted to take their scents into their own hands with essential oils. These intense aromatic compounds are derived from plants and have the power to change influence mood, memory, and emotion. In fact, essential oils can be very effective in reducing stress. How do Essential Oils Reduce Stress? Stress is one…
If you are accustomed to using essential oil blends, then you already know how to use essential oils. Another option is to use blends, whether you buy pre-made blends or make them yourself. These are amazing for more health benefits, plus you can create unique products to give out during the holiday season. Different Ways How to Use Essential Oils Put Essential Oils in a Diffuser Using an essential oil blend doesn’t have to be complicated. You can simply add…
Mental health issues carry a lot of stigma, and the general population tends to be lacking in up to date, accurate information that can enlighten them to be more understanding and compassionate towards those who suffer with various issues, but the naturalist communities have long sought out ways to help soothe individuals who face these challenges. Studies have shown how much of an impact that calm, and positivity can have on people with anxiety and depression, so this article will…