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Are you looking for essential oils for seasonal support? Does pollen and seeds have your sinuses in a tizzy? This post has you covered! Seasons change, and sometimes it makes our bodies go a little crazy. All those allergens blowing through the air and landing on everything and up everything isn’t always the best combination …
Since we live in the deep south, there are so many bugs that like to swarm and bite us anytime the weather is nice. While we try to keep the bugs away with our *Bug Off Repellent Spritz, sometimes we still get some bites. Using essential oils for bug bites is a great natural way …
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“And that orange made me so happy, as ordinary things often do” ~ Wendy Cope Scientific Name: Citrus sinensis Aroma: Fresh, fruity, sweet, and citrusy Botanical Family: Rutaccea Extraction Method: Cold pressed from rind Key Constituents: Limonene, Myrcene Oranges have an old history of being used to treat many bodily ailments. In 1498, Vasco de Gama, a Portuguese explorer, was …
I am sure you have heard of turmeric! It is quickly gaining popularity as one of the new and greatest supplements around! But do you know what turmeric is good for in your body? The active components of turmeric are curcumin and curcuminoids, and is what gives turmeric it’s therapeutic properties. Curcumin is widely known …
Turmeric supplements have gained much popularity lately. You likely know the amazing benefits that this herb can give you. But if you do not, you can check out my What Turmeric is Good For post here. From inflammation, to aches and pains, this is an workhorse of a supplement! In this post, I will share …
“I like to keep myself wrapped in layers of sleep and wait for the geraniums.” ~ Ursula Hegi Scientific Name: Pelargonium graveolens Aroma: Sweet, green, citrus-rosy, fresh Botanical Family: Geraniaceae Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the leaves Key Constituents: Citronellol, Geraniol, Citronellyl Formate, Linolol Geranium essential oil is well known today for being used in …
Often cat owners, who are looking for a more natural approach to living, often ask: are essential oils safe for cats? When talking about essential oils safety and cats, there are varying opinions. Some people state that using essential oils that are 2% or less in concentration is generally considered safe for cats. Others will …
“Here’s flowers for you: hot lavender, mints, savory, and marjoram.” ~ Shakespeare Scientific Name: Mentha piperita Aroma: Crisp, cool, fresh, minty Botanical Family: Lamiaceae Extraction Method: Steam distilled from leaves and stems Key Constituents: Menthol, Menthone, Menthofuran, 1.8-Cineole, Isomenthone, Neomenthol, Pulegone, Menthyl Acetate Peppermint dates back to at least 1500BC and is one of the most highly regarded and …
“If life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” ~ Annonymous Scientific Name: Citrus lemon Aroma: Sweet, sharp, clear, and citrusy Botanical Family: Rutaceae Extraction Method: Cold pressed from rind Key Constituents: Limonene, Gamma-Terpinene, Alpha-pinene, Beta-Pinene, Sabinene The origin of lemons is not completely known, but they are thought to have originated from India. What is known is …
Essential oil constituents may seem complicated, but this post breaks it down in a simple, easy to understand way. First let’s look at what essential oils are: Essential oils are volatile aromatic compounds that are generated within flowers, roots, trees, shrubs, bushes, and seeds. The power of essential oils comes from the active constituents that …
I love making and using essential oils for bug repellent. Because it’s all natural and effective! Are you tired of the bugs bugging you!? Let me tell you, we have SO MANY bugs down here in the deep south. The mosquitoes and gnats always seem determined to carry us away anytime the weather is pleasant. …
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“There’s Rosemary for you, that’s for remembrance! Pray you, love, remember.” ~ Shakespeare Scientific Name: Rosmarinus officinalis Aroma: Herbacious, strong, camphorous, with woody-balsamic and evergreen undertones Botanical Family: Labiatae Extraction Method: Steam distillation from leaves Key Constituents: Eucalyptol, Camphor, Alpha-pinene, Beta-Pinene, Camphene, Borneol, Limonene Rosemary essential oil is one of the most well known and broadly …
“Lavender is for lovers true” ~ Clement Robinson Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia Aroma: Floral, sweet, herbacious, balsamic, and woody undertones Botanical Family: Lamiaceae Extraction Method: Steam distillation from flowering top Key Constituents: Linalyl Acetate, Linalol, Cis-Beta-Ocimene, Trans-Beta-Ocimene, Terpinen-4-ol Lavender essential oil is one of the most well-known essential oils, and is often known as the “Swiss Army Knife of …
Dogs are known as “man’s best friend”. If you feel that way about your dog, I am certain that you want your dog to have a long, healthy, and happy life! Using safe and natural products is one of the best ways to care for your dog. The more natural you can make your home, …
Essential Oils and Children Are you confused about which essential oils are best for children? Or maybe you have heard that essential oils are dangerous for children? As a mother of 5, I have been concerned about this very thing. And after reading multiple books, internet posts, and even research papers, I finally came to …
Currently, CBD is one of the most popular natural remedies we humans take every day. It is normal as a pet owner to question if you can give your dog CBD. Because dogs sometimes experience the same ailments as humans, many pet owners hope their dog can receive the same benefits they experience when using …
Young Living NingXia Red is a whole food, nutrient-dense supplement full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. NingXia Red is made from wolfberry puree, blueberry, plum, cherry, aronia, and pomegranate juices. As well as a proprietary blend of essential oils that act as catalysts to help deliver nutrients to you through the cell …
Many people associate cannabis with the chemical tetrahydrocannabinol or (THC). This is the chemical in the plant that gets people “high” and is one of 100+ compounds in the cannabis plant. Another abundant compound is Cannabidiol or CBD, the subject of this conversation. While CBD is being studied as a treatment for a range of …
Facebook Instagram Youtube Envelope Essential oils have been woven throughout history for thousands of years. Throughout the ages, essential oils have been used to provide support for the body, mind, and spirit. Many people today, all over the world, find essential oils to support them in wonderful ways. This post is going to cover some …
Facebook Instagram Youtube Envelope We can all agree that quality matters! A very large portion of the essential oils that you will find on store shelves and at various online sites are adulterated, filled with synthetic chemicals and fragrances, and are unethically sourced. This makes them impure. Cheap oils purchased online or at big box …