Make your very own shampoo, tick spray, and calming spray for dogs. Plus, learn which essential oils are safe for pets and the do's and don'ts when it comes to essential oils and pets. This blog post was a long time coming, and with all the questions I received asking if essential oils are safe for pets, I would have saved myself some time if I had written it sooner. So, can you make a shampoo for dogs scented with essential oils? Is it safe to make a flea and tick spray using … [Read more...]
How to Use Essential Oils Safely and Effectively | Quick Usage Guide
Learn exactly how to use essential oils safely and effectively for adults and children. Quick usage guide and free printable ebook. Can I apply that directly to my skin? Can I take this internally? How many drops should I put in a diffuser? These are questions I get all the time and questions I remember asking when I bought my first set of oils. The more I use essential oils and the more research I do, these things start to feel like second … [Read more...]
Best Essential Oil Roller Bottle Blend for Seasonal Threats
Learn how to make the best essential oil roller bottle blend for seasonal threats. Plus, other natural remedies to keep those seasonal threats under control. I am definitely starting to get sick of winter and CAN NOT wait for the warmer weather that springtime will bring. Every year I feel as if winter will never end, but sure enough, it does, and that wonderful warm weather comes and stays. Along with every season, we have pros and cons. Unfortunately, with springtime comes seasonal … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Seasoning Salts with Essential Oils
Learn how to make your own seasoned salt with essential oils. I have several variations for any meal, all of which are delicious and simple to make. Grab my “Cooking with Essential Oils” ebook and my favorite oil-infused recipes. I love creating healthy recipes in my kitchen for my family to enjoy. We stick to a pretty basic diet high in protein, vegetables, and fruits. To add flavor, I like to use a lot of seasonings. Unfortunately, these can … [Read more...]
10 Benefits of Myrrh Essential Oil | Myrrh Essential Oil Highlight
Myrrh is most known as being one of the 3 gifts brought to Jesus after his birth, but what most people don't know is how amazing Myrrh is for our health. Let's discuss the top 10 benefits of Myrrh essential oil. Before getting into essential oils, I only knew about myrrh from the Christmas story! Now that I know what myrrh and frankincense are (I always knew gold was an awesome gift!), I realize why our Savior received these as gifts. Myrrh essential oil gives off a woodsy aroma … [Read more...]
Best Roller Bottle Blend for Scars
Find out which essential oils are best for reducing the appearance of scars and how to use them. Plus, the best roller bottle blend for scars and a free printable label. A scar is a mark left on the skin or within the body tissue. It is where a wound, burn, or sore has not healed completely, and thick tissue has developed. Scars aren't much of a problem but can be very annoying, especially if the scar is in a visible place, like the face. Just the other day, my daughter got … [Read more...]
Ginger Essential Oil Highlight | Uses, Benefits, and Recipes
Learn all about ginger essential oil: uses, benefits, roller bottle recipes, and diffuser blends! Ginger essential oil makes it into a lot of my roller bottle and diffuser blends. Therefore, I thought it was time to devote a whole post to this wonderful essential oil. Above all, ginger is known for its benefits on the digestive system, but it also can boost the immune system, calm the nervous system, and so much more! This post will explain it all, plus I will share my favorite … [Read more...]
Ultimate Guide to Citrus Essential Oils
Navigating the many benefits of citrus essential oils can be overwhelming. This ultimate guide for citrus essential oils is all you need. Learn how to use them safely and the many benefits of each. Citrus oils are very uplifting, energizing, and cleansing for the body. They are cold-pressed from the peel of the fruit, very powerful, and concentrated. Citrus essential oils are loaded with benefits and can be used for an array of ailments. I am excited to share with you my … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Little Tummies
Learn which essential oils are best for your child's tummy discomfort—diluting essential oils for kids. Unfortunately, sickness, bumps, and bruises are part of the whole parenting thing. If you have youngsters, you know how awful it can be to have a sick baby or hurt child. I love having natural remedies on hand to help calm my babies. Whether they aren't feeling their best or are just having a bad day, they sure do come in handy. Young children can have … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Postpartum and Newborns
ROLLER BOTTLE RECIPES, PERINEAL SPRAY, DIFFUSER BLENDS, AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR POSTPARTUM AND NEWBORNS. As promised, I am excited to share part 2 of "Essential Oils for Pregnancy." If you missed that post, I talked about essential oils for the first, second, and third trimester as well as essential oils for labor and delivery. Today, I am going to talk about essential oils for postpartum and newborns. HOW TO USE ESSENTIAL OILS ON NEWBORNS This post contains affiliate links, … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Cinnamon Essential Oil
Where does cinnamon essential oil stack up against the more popular essential oils? Well, to no surprise, there are a number of benefits and uses of cinnamon essential oil. Find all your cinnamon diffuser blends and rollerball recipes here. Cinnamon essential oil is extracted from the bark of a tropical tree. It has a distinct fragrance, very flavorful, and is filled with many beneficial compounds. The smell of cinnamon reminds me of the holiday season. When paired with cardamom and … [Read more...]
Boost the Immune System Naturally | Essential Oils for the Fall
Boost the immune system naturally with these easy home remedies. Learn how to make elderberry syrup, use garlic for natural wellness, and which essential oils are best for immune support. I'm pretty giddy over here about the amazing fall weather coming, big emphasis on COMING. It's still in the 90s, but something about the first of September makes me think it's fall. As much as I love the fall, I hate the sicknesses that come with the cooler weather and lack of sunlight. … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Pregnancy | Using Essential Oils Safely for Pregnancy
Pregnancy is beautiful yet scary, exciting yet challenging. Using essential oils during pregnancy can help you feel more comfortable and relaxed. Let's discuss essential oils for pregnancy and how to use them safely. When I say, "I love being pregnant," I will get one of two completely different responses. Either the women will agree or look at me like I'm crazy and have three heads. I absolutely love pregnancy, even though I have horrible morning sickness. So often you will hear that … [Read more...]
Taking Essential Oils Internally
Taking essential oils internally is a very controversial topic, rightly so considering the power behind these liquids. Essential oils have been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times, but did they take them internally? What are the benefits and the risk of ingesting essential oils safely? Grab my free ebook to learn how to use essential oils safely and effectively. IS IT SAFE TO USE ESSENTIAL OILS INTERNALLY? Essential oils can be safe for internal use if you are using … [Read more...]
How to Make Roller Bottles | Diluting Essential Oils for All Ages
Roller bottles are the most popular way to use essential oils topically. Learn how to make roller bottles for the most common ailments and how to dilute them properly. Everyone must know how to make roller bottles to keep on hand for life's little emergencies. These bottles come in handy for so many common ailments. Immune support, skin imperfections, digestive discomfort, and calming toddlers are a few of the many roller bottle blends you can make. Grab my … [Read more...]
Traveling with Essential Oils
TRAVELING WITH ESSENTIAL OILS CAN MAKE YOUR VACATION LESS STRESSFUL AND COME IN HANDY IF SOMEONE GETS SICK. TRAVELING WITH ESSENTIAL OILS VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnYxlgIwoy8&t=4s Are you planning a trip soon? Don't leave without packing a few essential oils to help you stay prepared for any situation that may arise. We just got back from our summer vacation to the beach. We went to Carrabelle, FL and spent most of our time at St. George Island. Of course, … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Dental Health | Best Roller Bottle Recipes for Dental Needs
Essential oils are just the thing you will need for a natural healthy mouth. See which oils can whiten teeth, freshen breath, and even help with tooth pain. Essential oils can have incredible benefits for teeth, gums, and overall mouth wellness. Peppermint and spearmint are wonderful for freshening the breath by just putting a drop under the tongue. I have already shared my toothpaste recipe, but I want to share my other favorite recipes for oral health. Get access to my … [Read more...]
Natural Relief For Ear Discomfort
Learn simple, natural ways to relieve ear discomfort in children and adults. Ear discomfort can be caused by a number of different things, from minor pressure changes to nasal obstruction. Try any one of these 5 ear discomfort relief hacks for both children and adults for soothing relief. Please note, these are not meant to be a cure-all or treatment for infections. Always check with your doctor before "treating" any type of irritation in the ear. Most ear irritations happen in younger … [Read more...]
Natural Cleaning with Essential Oils
Create a healthier non-toxic home with these simple cleaning recipes. Using essential oils to clean is effective and better for your health and home. Get access to my online resource library for your natural cleaning with essential oils printable labels. Ok, so I have to admit that I enjoy cleaning. I like a clean house and I can be a bit over the top when it comes to cleaning and organizing. I can't go to bed with dishes in the sink and I won't leave my house without … [Read more...]
Frankincense Essential Oil Highlight | Benefits and Uses of Frankincense Essential Oil
Frankincense essential oil benefits and uses as well as why it is the most well-rounded oil. Frankincense is often referred to as the “King of Oils” due to its extensive health benefits. When I am sharing with others on essential oils, I always say, “If in doubt, use frankincense.” I say that because frankincense can cover an array of ailments and it is good for just about everything. Remember when the three wise men brought gifts to baby Jesus? They bought gold, … [Read more...]
