There are quite a few companies that focus on bringing essential oils to the world. As consumers, it’s important for us to know what they are about, how to purchase their products, and whether or not their product is pure. Today, we are going to focus on only two, Edens Garden and Young Living. By … Read more
Aromatherapy has been around for so long no one seems to truly know where it all began. Nearly every advanced civilization including Egypt, China, India, and Rome. Pure extracts from botanical roots have been used to ease our pains and minds for centuries. The key element is that you use essential oils that are not … Read more
Do you like hiking and outdoor activities? Have you ever gone camping and come back with a bad case of poison ivy and wished you had a better solution than smearing calamine lotion all over the place? Instead of using the unsightly lotion, you can actually use certain essential oils to help ease the itch … Read more
Even if you consider yourself an old pro in the use of essential oils, the popularity of their use has seen a rise in oil availability through various companies. It seems like there are many opportunities to try out new oil options and blends as they are added to the many products well-established companies already … Read more
As I write more and more about essential oils, I notice differences and similarities in a lot of the companies that sell these wonderfully powerful extracts. Just like you, I am a user who is confident about some aromatherapy decisions and not so sure about others. I think we can all agree that the most … Read more
One of the most popular uses of essential oils is the wonderful fragrance it can lend to your immediate space. Widely praised for their aromatherapy benefits, everything from freshening up a room to providing a sense of peace and calming is associated with certain scents and scent blends. Whether you are new to essential oil … Read more
Acne, both mild and more severe forms, can be problematic for people of all ages. Women, in particular, may struggle with flare-ups due to hormones but are hesitant to turn to more caustic, chemical options that create dry, flaky skin. Luckily, some of the best essential oils for acne are also hydrating and can be … Read more
Where we purchase our essential oils is an important decision because we want to get the purest oils for the money we spend. When it comes to my scents, I don’t mind shelling out the cash for a good product but I am always on the lookout for a good deal. In this article, we … Read more
Essential oils have long been at the core of aromatherapy. They are more than just scents that make your home smell nice: they have numerous benefits that promote relaxation on a cognitive level but are also known for improving focus and inducing a state of well-being. But that’s doesn’t mean that one aroma will work … Read more
People often fall in love with the use of essential oils after they first begin to diffuse it. Since most oils are safe to diffuse and provide a subtle scent to the room they are used in, aromatherapeutic use is often their most popular application. It also provides some surprising benefits other than freshening up … Read more
Coughing is a problem, especially when it gets out of control. I know that when I start on a coughing fit, I typically find myself sleeping on the sofa or trying to hold it in and not disrupt the current conversation. Unfortunately, there are so many reasons why a person might start to develop a … Read more
When it comes to our scents, only pure essential oils will do. There are so many distributors of these volatile compounds to choose from that it’s fun to try new companies and see what they offer. But, we don’t want to waste our money, and since some of these companies require memberships and commitments, it’s … Read more
When it comes to aromatherapy products, we want to get the best product available. This is because oils that are diluted and/or impure will not hold the same benefits that the pure volatile compounds have after being extracted from their host plant. There are several reputable manufacturers and distributors of essential oils, and in this … Read more
Candles are wonderful assets in our homes. They look great during romantic dinners and when we watch scary movies. These little burning wicks in candles are also the source of great scents so, when you make your own, it’s easy to incorporate the aromas you love the most. This DIY candle tutorial will first lay … Read more
Our bodies have more than six hundred muscles and sometimes they ache. The reasons why vary. Muscles can ache from working out too much, working a physically laborious job, or playing too hard with your children. How muscles start to ache isn’t the problem, the pain that we feel is all we focus on, and … Read more
