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Using Essential Oils in the Shower
I remember the first time I tried to use essential oils in the shower. I lived in a tiny apartment with no bath tub and a low-pressure shower that didn’t drain very well. I wanted to spruce up my somewhat sad showering experience, so I googled “how to use essential oils in the shower”. Most…
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Essential Oils for Your Period
When your period comes around, you may experience some unpleasant symptoms: pain and cramping, bloating, headaches and backaches, mood swings, anxiety and tiredness (just to name a few). The question is, how do you find relief? Many women find essential oils to be a gentle and natural approach, and in this blog post we’ll…
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DIY Natural Hair Care
It’s springtime and its finally time to let your hair down! Winter weather and bulky layers may have caused you to neglect your beautiful locks, but with warm weather in the forecast it’s time to give your hair some extra care! Simple Shampoo and Conditioner Tips If you are buying store-bought shampoo and conditioner, try…
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Lavender and Calendula-Infused Oil and Hand Salve
Infuse Your Own Calendula and Lavender Oil! This is the time of year we gather the last of our herbs from the garden and try to find good uses for them. Lavender and calendula (also known as pot marigold) make a wonderful infused oil. You can use the oil in a massage, add it to…
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D-I-Y Aromatherapy Mother’s Day Gifts
If you’ve got more time and love than spending money this Mother’s Day, or if your mom is the kind who appreciates homemade gifts the most, make these easy aromatherapy gifts to encourage her to pamper herself. 1. Hand Salve Your mother’s hands have probably washed countless dishes, changed countless diapers, and…
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Ten Terrific Aromatherapy Mother’s Day Gifts
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and it’s the perfect chance to show your mother love and appreciation while introducing her to aromatherapy. Whether your mother is a complete novice to essential oils or a longtime user, I’ve gathered 10 great gift ideas to inspire you. And if you are a mother, remember that…
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Six Homemade Deodorant Recipes with Essential Oils
Ah, spring: sunnier skies, warmer temperatures, and…the return of sweat. If you’re like Kevin Kline’s character in A Fish Called Wanda, you may love the smell of your own B.O. Or, if you’re lucky, a healthy diet that includes plenty of vegetables and water may allow you to go without deodorant some days. Perspiration (a…
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