This is easy to make in your blender and suitable for beginners. 1 cup oil, Sweet Almond is nice. 1 cup warm water 3/4 oz. shaved beeswax 50 drops essential...
Sometimes school can be as stressful to a child as work is for an adult. Once again Lavender can help. 2 drops in a warm bath before bed or diffused into the...
Oils to deodorize and clean the air instead of covering the odors. Try Rosemary with Lemon, Eucalyptus globulus with Lavender. 2 drops rosemary 4 drops lemon 3...
This floral-fruity mist is a great way to refresh tired senses on plane trips, long car rides or anytime you need a fragrant boost; Add 9 drops of lavender and...
This is from one of our readers, Thanks Patsy I love all the ideas and here is one I use all the time. Hand soaps,. I buy ones with the least ingredients. and...
Sandalwood stimulates the base (seventh) Chakra, improving self identity and trust. In the Ayurvedic healing tradition, it promotes energy and enthusiasm,...
Peppermint is said to strengthen and regenerate the liver. Use after periods of illness or general weakness. This Daily Aromatherapy Tip is brought to you by...
As we head into cooler weather consider Cinnamon and it's warming qualities. Walking into a herb garden, one immediately feels a revitalizing effect due to the...
Keep Lemon on hand to kill germs. It has high antibacterial properties. It's antiseptic properties will last for 20 days. Lemon has the ability to stimulate...
According to Chinese medicine, anger is stored in the liver. Use this Lavender Rosemary bath as Rosemary stimulates the liver. Blend with some liquid soap or...
Herpes outbreaks respond well to essential oils with a high citral or linalol content. Use 1 drop of Litsea Cubeba (May Chamg) or Tea Tree to dry up blisters. ...
Mothballs: The common mothball is made of paradichlorobenzene, which is harmful to liver and kidneys. Cedar chips in a cheesecloth square, or cedar oil in an...
Black Pepper is another essential oil to have on hand during cold and flu season. Used in an inhalation blend it is an effective expectorant. Jeanne Rose gives...
Keeping the lines of communication open with family members isn't always easy. Try using essential oils in the home to help set the tone for honest and open ...
Palmarosa is said to be effective against bacterial and viral illnesses of the throat and lungs yet is mild and non toxic. A very inexpensive oil with a...
Some of you may have made the muslin bags filled with Lavender buds to add to your clothes dryer. Here's a little different twist. Use raw uncooked rice in the...
Ginger Essential Oil It's warming qualities are great for feelings of loneliness and depression, and its energizing properties make it a good aphrodisiac. This...
Just sniffing essential oil of Orange is said to lower blood pressure a few points. As Orange is helpful for anxiety this makes sense. Enjoy! This Daily...
Think calm and peaceful with essential oil Spikenard. When you feel that you can't go on, when you hold pain inside you, reach for Spikenard, to cleanse and...
As we head into Fall an invigorating blend that is refreshing and energizing. May be helpful for the respiratory system, colds and flu so it's perfect for this...
Add 5 drops of Lavender and 5 drops of Chamomile to 1 Cup of cream. The cream will help to disperse the essential oils in water. Add to a tub of warm water. ...
To a 2 oz bottle with a spritzer top add 1 tablespoon of vodka. Add 10 drops of eucalyptus oil, 10 drops of lavender oil, 5 drops of rosemary oil, and 5 drops...
Sandalwood is indicated for obsessive worry, and for worldly "over attachment". Whenever we over invest in seeing specific outcomes for our efforts, Sandalwood...
Basil is unique as it sharpens the mind while steadying the emotions. It helps to calm while elevating the spirits. I find it useful during periods of stress...
Just 1 drop of Cedarwood Atlas Cedrus atlantica,in 1/2 cup water can be used as a sore throat gargle. This Daily Aromatherapy Tip is brought to you by...
When using essential oils for a headache, try inhalation from a tissue. This method often works faster and better than massage. Oils to try are Lavender,...
As the weather changes we may experience more body aches. Here are some oils to try. Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Sweet Marjoram Help to soothe aches and pains....
To ease heartburn and stomach pain the oil to use is Chamomile. Uses as a massage oil rubbed over the stomach area 2 drops Chamomile in 1 oz. carrier oil. This...
If you're planning a Halloween party be sure to diffuse some uplifting essential oils. Orange, Bergamot, or Mandarin, with a drop of Cinnamon will help to put...