We all like taking a nice warm bath or shower to wash away the dirt, grime, and stress of day-to-day life… but what if we’re inviting icky processed ingredients into…
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Like our favorite redheaded orphan once chimed, “You’re never fully dressed without a smile.” But sometimes the last thing we want to do is expose the world to our not-so-pearly…
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Stress no more! Between early wake up calls, meetings, tests and track practice, it can be a little overwhelming—so you have to be sure to take a minute (or hour)…
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Nothing says it’s summer like the nice, refreshing aroma of Lemon, Lime or Grapefruit. These sweet and tart essential oils all have something in common: they’re cold pressed or expressed…
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Everyone wants to smell nice and clean… and now you can, with deodorant made with all-natural ingredients! Making your own deodorant is the easiest (and most affordable) way to ensure…
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Healthy, luscious locks, are what we’re all looking for right? After sun and styling product exposure, hair is often left dry and brittle, ready to break at any moment. But…
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Man’s best friend. No, I’m not talking about essential oils! For most of us, our pets are a vital part of our families (like our spouses or children, we can’t…
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Inflammation can be caused by several different factors, but is generally the result of injury or infection. The side effects—redness, swelling and pain—can be minimized using various methods. One great…
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In the chaos of day-to-day life, it’s easy to feel off balance. You may remember that essential oils are a fantastic way to help re-align you and your chakras. As…
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The holidays aren’t only about receiving, but giving as well. So why not give your favorite loved ones, or the coworker you drew for Secret Santa, a gift that not…
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Essential oils have been used for thousands of years by different cultures for a wide range of religious ceremonies. Although many oils have been used in these rituals, there are…
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November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Did you know, that in addition to having calming effects, Grapefruit is also beneficial in the fight against Alzheimer’s? Grapefruit juice, which is chock-full…
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We generally think of Pine during the holiday season, but you may be surprised to learn that it’s beneficial throughout the year. Although pine trees most likely originated in either…
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Every year, on one of the first warm days, I like to find a nice quiet place to enjoy the fresh air and vibrant blooms that are springing forth. One…
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Over time, Patchouli has become associated with the hippie movement (you know, free love, the seventies… am I dating myself?). To relegate this essential oil to one specific group and…
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Nothing says it’s the holidays quite like the scent of Peppermint! Beyond its delicious fragrance (and taste), peppermint has several benefits to both the mind and body. It is used…