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Spending the Holiday Season with Essential Oils

On December 2, 2014 / Aromatherapy, Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Spending the Holiday Season with Essential Oils Since the holidays are coming and everybody is getting ready for the cold weather, now is the time to diffuse and blend essential oil inside our homes. To get into the season’s spirit and to achieve a warming ambiance, there are several essential oils that are suitable for use during the “burr” months (and the winter solstice that will leave you feeling cold until the new year). Usually, the type of essential oils that are useful during the winter months are those that are known for their warm, resinous, spicy and woody aroma. But, any essential […]

Lavender Essential Oil is Helpful during the Winter Season

On November 26, 2014 / Aromatherapy, Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Lavender Essential Oil is Helpful during the Winter Season The winter season is coming and most of us might suffer from dry skin, dry sinuses, chapped lips, chapped hands, and a lot more. Furthermore, insects like mosquitoes might attack and find shelter in our houses due to the cold weather. Lavender essential oil is also a huge help in calming your nerves this winter season. Lavender oil can be used as a safe insect repellant, and you won’t get any side effects. Most insect repellents that are in the market right now are toxic, chemical based, and are usually unsafe […]

Juniper Berry Oil for the Winter Months

On November 5, 2014 / Aromatherapy, Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Juniper Berry Oil for the Winter Months For plants, the winter season is a time of rest and dormancy. Throughout this period, the processes of life and regrowth are subtle and concealed away. Bulbs and roots nurture development deep within their structures. Buds enfold young leaves, stems, and flowers, while seeds and fruits sustain the primary types of plants. As non-hibernating, daytime animals, we human beings can grow uneasy and depressed throughout the darkness of the winter season. Aromatherapy brings us the fragrant energy of living plants through essential oils. These scents are a natural remedy to the emotionally depressing […]

The Perfect Essential Oils to Use During the Winter Season

On October 27, 2014 / Aromatherapy, Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

The Perfect Essential Oils to Use During the Winter Season Essential oils are among the fastest-growing groups in alternative medicine, as we end up being progressively knowledgeable about their healing qualities. These extraordinary oils are used to assist in lifting your spirits throughout the bleak weather condition, awaken your dulled senses, and help in combating off winter season sickness with their anti-bacterial and antiviral properties. Including essential oils into your day-to-day regimen can help keep your body immune system more powerful, accelerate your recuperation time from diseases and boost your spirits when the winter season strikes, helping to energize and […]

Safety When Using Essential Oils

On April 26, 2014 / Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Safety When Using Essential Oils There are essential oils in the market that can cause sensitization, which are commonly thought to be allergic reactions. Sometimes, even essential oils that are marketed to be the safest can trigger sensitivity problems. Personally, I do not know anyone who is sensitive to essential oils. Nonetheless, there are questions sent to us regarding product safety, especially from those who have experienced allergic reactions in the past. While most oils are derived from flowers or plants, they are usually harmless especially when used properly. Diluting with carrier oils, for example, is a common practice […]

Testing the Purity of Your Essential Oils

On April 9, 2014 / Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Testing the Purity of Your Essential Oils I have been wondering if there are ways to check the purity of my essential oils. After all, just like everyone else, I want my aromatherapy to be very potent. Essential oils, along with aromatherapy, are also manufactured for fragrances, cosmeceutical, beverages and food, and at least a dozen more industries. This means, there are different oil qualities available in the market. Nonetheless, the standard quality for aromatherapy use is the most popular. Higher quality essential oils means it is more expensive. This is the basic reason why some manufacturers are tempted to […]

Safety Of Using Citrus Essential Oils On the Smiley Daisy Diffuser

On April 1, 2014 / Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips, FAQs / Comments Off

Safety Of Using Citrus Essential Oils On the Smiley Daisy Diffuser The other day, I received a question about the safety of using citrus-based essential oils in a diffuser. There are warnings about possible diffuser material corrosion when strong essential oils are diffused. This causes fears for many aromatherapy lovers since citrus-based essential oils are recognized to deliver valuable health benefits. Getting To Know More About Citrus Based Essential Oils Citrus based oils are noted for their light and summery aromas. Some of the most famous citrus essential oils are sweet orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, bergamot, mandarin, and neroli. The […]

Essential Oils To Cure Seasonal Allergies

On March 24, 2014 / Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Essential Oils To Cure Seasonal Allergies Are you ready for spring? It is that time of the year again when flowers bloom and allergies start to attack. Seasonal allergies affect more than 60 million people every year. Most of these patients visit their doctors to get prescriptions for antihistamines to prevent allergies. Thankfully, there are natural ways to combat symptoms of allergies – meaning besides the usual (sleepy and drowsy) side effects. Defining Seasonal Allergies Seasonal allergies are respiratory symptoms that the body experiences during a certain part of the year. It is usually experienced by people who are allergic […]

Top 5 Healing Essential Oils

On March 18, 2014 / Aromatherapy, Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Top 5 Healing Essential Oils One of the must haves for every medicine cabinet out there is essential oils. These goodies are known to have great antibacterial and antiviral properties. For thousands of years, the use of essential oils has been greatly beneficial to health. It works by supporting various body functions so that the body heals better and faster. Essential oils are different from fragrance oils. Unlike the latter, essential oils are naturally produced using plants. Fragrance oils are usually a concoction of different oils or other solvents. Essential oils come from different parts of a plant – roots, […]

Top 3 Healing Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

On March 18, 2014 / Blogs, Essential Oil Information, Essential Oils Tips / Comments Off

Top 3 Healing Benefits of Tea Tree Oil Tea tree oil is one of the most preferred natural healing products in the market today. This tree is a native plant in Australia, where it is widely used for medicinal and herbal purposes. Experts in medicine across the globe agree that tea tree oil is useful for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antimicrobial properties. This is the reason why many aromatherapy and herbal experts prescribe using this type of oil for various skin conditions. Sinus Infection Relief Tea tree oil is known to have great antiviral and antibacterial properties. This is why […]