Essential oils can be used to make perfume, reduce stress, regulate hormones, and boost the immune system! This post will dive into the best essential oils for women for all of these things and more. In my home, we use essential oils for cleaning, cooking, mood support, and in our skin care. Whether you make your own lotions and shampoos or purchase them from the store, most likely, there are essential oils in those skin care products. Essential oils have been used for centuries to … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Nightmares
Learn how to deal with nightmares naturally, what causes them, and which essential oils are best for nightmares. Nightmares can be very scary and feel so real. Often times when you wake up from a nightmare, you feel unsettled and fearful for a long time. I hate that feeling. The only thing worse than having a nightmare is when your kids have them. Not only do we hate to see our kids scared and upset, no one gets any sleep. It can be hard to calm a child or toddler down after a … [Read more...]
Photosensitive Essential Oils
Learn which essential oils are photosensitive, why, and how to use them safely. Using essential oils is a great way to improve skin tone, mood and even boost the immune system. But, with that being said, it is important to know how to use them properly before applying directly to the skin. Certain essential oils, mostly citrus ones, are photosensitive. The phototoxic reaction, which is caused by direct sunlight, ranges from slight redness and itchiness to severe burns on the … [Read more...]
Rosemary Essential Oil | Benefits and Uses
Rosemary essential oil has so many great benefits for your hair, skin, and overall health. Rosemary essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the rosemary plant. It can be used to promote hair growth, cleanse the air, and boost the immune system. Rosemary essential oil is a powerful oil with so many great benefits for overall wellness and can be used in the kitchen to season your favorite dish. Rosemary is one of those oils that is often overlooked. It is, of … [Read more...]
Homemade Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelet
Make your own essential oil bracelet out of airdry clay, string, and essential oils. Wearing an essential oil bracelet will provide aromatic benefits, along with topical benefits all day long. Get my easy essential oil diffuser bracelet recipe and my favorite essential oil blends. Making your essential oil diffuser bracelet is so easy and fun. You can customize it for any style, pick your color, and put your favorite essential oil blends on it when it is finished. This essential oil … [Read more...]
Homemade Bug Repellent Bracelet
Learn how to make a homemade bug repellent bracelet with essential oils to keep bugs away naturally. Using an essential oil diffuser bracelet is a great way to repel insects and receive aromatherapy benefits from essential oils. This DIY mosquito repellent bracelet can keep bugs away and can be customized any way you want it! Bug repellent bracelets also make a great gift for anyone on your list, and it is very practical. I can't believe it is already mid-August! Every year I get sad to think … [Read more...]
How to Make Mothballs
Learn how to make mothballs with this simple tutorial. Mothballs can help keep your most precious linens and clothing safe in storage. These homemade mothballs are made using all-natural herbs and essential oils. I remember always having mothballs in the back of my dresser as a kid. We lived in a very old farmhouse growing up. I thought it was just another one of those "old house things." If you ever lived in an old house, you know the things I am talking about. This post was written … [Read more...]
3 Essential Oil Roller Bottles for Skin
These 3 essential oil roller bottles for skin are a must-have. The blends of oils used in each roller bottle help to keep skin clear, reduce signs of aging, and improve skin tone. I love having roller bottles on hand for life's little emergencies. These essential oil roller bottle recipes are a must in every home. My kids love to apply their own oils and having them pre-diluted in a roller bottle makes it easier to apply. We commonly use essential oils for skin irritations and imperfections. I … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Eyebrow Growth
Are you sick of drawing on eyebrows every day? The essential oils in this roller bottle will help with eyebrow regrowth. Simply apply topically to the brows once daily to help fill in thin eyebrows. If you follow along with this blog, you have probably noticed I like to make everything natural. So coming up with this recipe, I knew I would want to stay away from any potentially harmful chemicals. Essential oils are good for almost anything. So why could I not use essential oils for eyebrow … [Read more...]
Essential Oil Roller Bottle for Bug Bite Relief
This essential oil blend for bug bite relief is a must-have roller bottle to have on hand for summertime. Bugs bites can be annoying and very itchy; this blend will help relieve the seemingly constant itch. The roller bottle is easy to apply and can be used on the go to help with those irritating bug bites. We love summertime over here! It is the time of year that I can actually keep my house clean because we spend more time outside than in. During the winter months, I can only remember the … [Read more...]
Simple Summer Body Scrub Recipes
These simple summer body scrub recipes will leave your skin vibrant, soft, and smooth. With all the fun smells of summer and deep exfoliation, these recipes will make a fun girls day or spa night. WHAT IS BODY SCRUB? A simple sugar or salt body scrub can exfoliate the dead skin. This is a great thing to do year-round, but definitely in the summertime. With extra time out in the sun, it can cause the skin to become flakey and peel. Treating your skin with a little extra TLC during the warmer … [Read more...]
DIY Heat Protectant Spray
This DIY heat protectant spray is made with all-natural ingredients and will keep hair healthy, soft, and smooth. A simple spray made with 4-ingredients that works for all hair types. Easy to use heat protectant spray for natural hair. I am currently writing this post during quarantine and my hair hasn't seen a blow dryer, hair straightener, or curling iron all month, but this to will end. I can't wait for the day that I can get ready again and go somewhere other than the backyard or … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas | 5 Essential Oil Roller Bottles for Mom
These essential oil roller bottles for mom will make the perfect Mother's Day gift. Learn how to make a beautiful essential oil perfume, the ultimate relaxing roller bottle, and a blend to uplift and energize. Homemade mother's day gifts with essential oils can make the best gifts. I love using my essential oils when coming up with mother's day gift ideas. It is fun to give practical gifts that are all-natural and loved by all. Essential oil roller bottles can make perfect … [Read more...]
DIY Hand Sanitizer Gel
All-natural hand sanitizer gel is very simple to make and works effectively at cleansing hands, without the harsh chemicals found in conventional hand sanitizer. This DIY post will show you how to make hand sanitizer using only 3 ingredients. Safe for adults, kids, and babies. I have recently shared my DIY hand sanitizer spray due to the recent pandemic going on in the world. I truly believe that prevention can be the most effective in situations like this and keeping our hands clean is … [Read more...]
DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray
DIY hand sanitizer spray is something that everyone needs to have on hand. This essential oil hand sanitizer spray is so simple to make and works just as well as the store-bought kind. It is made with ONLY 2 all-natural ingredients. It was recently brought to my attention that I didn't have my DIY hand sanitizer spray on my blog. I had to double (even triple) check because I didn't believe the reader who told me this. It turns out she was right! How did I miss this one? This … [Read more...]
DIY Hair Growth Spray
This DIY hair growth spray is the perfect solution for thinning hair or for someone who is simply trying to strengthen their hair. It is made with the best essential oils for hair growth. This natural spray helps to support a healthy scalp and hair follicles. DIY HAIR GROWTH SPRAY Making your own hair growth spray is so simple. You will be blown away by how well it works. I am combining the best essential oils for hair growth to help your hair grow naturally. If you have … [Read more...]
Detoxifying Foot Bath Recipe
This detoxifying foot bath recipe is the ultimate way to end a long day. It is a perfect natural foot soak for a gentle detox of the body and stress relief. Easy DIY essential oil foot soak for all ages. A foot bath or soak can be just the thing your feet need after a long day. I spend most of the day on my feet, as I'm sure many of you do too. At the end of the day, when I sit down (or better yet, lay down), I will notice just how much I am on my feet. A good ol' fashion foot soak … [Read more...]
Deodorize Garbage Disposal
Deodorize garbage disposal with these easy all-natural DIY garbage disposal cleaner tabs. These are a completely effective drain odor eliminator! This post will show you how to fix a smelly garbage disposal using just 3 ingredients. Cleaning out the garbage disposal is probably not on your long list of to-do's, am I right? There are way too many things to think about, and cleaning the garbage disposal isn't one of them! I will say that it can get stinky, and I have a quick hack to … [Read more...]
DIY Leave-In Conditioner
Making your own DIY leave-in conditioner is simple to make and will leave your hair feeling well moisturized. Learn how to make a leave-in conditioner with coconut milk or aloe vera, as well as a DIY leave-in conditioner for hair growth. Each recipe is made with natural ingredients that are very cost-friendly. DIY LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER Most conventional hair products will be full of harsh chemicals and toxic ingredients that are best to stay away from. Making your own … [Read more...]
5 Anti-Aging Serum Recipes
Learn how to make 5 anti-aging face serum recipes for all skin types. Simple to make face serum recipes that will leave your skin glowing and moisturized while reducing wrinkles and fine lines. BEST HOMEMADE ANTI-AGING SERUM Making your own anti-aging serum recipes at home is simple and will save you time and money! For me, it can be overwhelming walking through the skincare aisle at the store or even searching for products online. How can I choose? There are so many options! … [Read more...]
