Ylang Ylang essential oil has been used for centuries for its amazing benefits. Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata var. genuine), is steam distilled from the blossoms of the Cananga odorata var. genuina tree. Or more easily described as the ylang ylang tree, which grows in tropical environments. It is...

WHERE DOES JASMINE ESSENTIAL OIL COME FROM?

Jasmine (Jasminum grandiflorum) essential oil benefits are numerous. The aroma it gives is beautiful and a bit complex. It is floral-like, but with a warm, spicy, almost green tone. There are even some fruity aspects to Jasmine. The scent is...

If you are looking for an essential oil to help with hormone imbalance, especially with PMS and menopause, Clary Sage is at the top of the list. First, let us explore where this powerful essential oil comes from.

Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea), is steam distilled from its flower buds and...

In this article, we will explore the benefits of Lemongrass essential oil and learn how to make a natural mosquito repellent. Where do we get lemongrass essential oil? It is steam distilled of the fresh leaves or grass of the plant after they have been partially dried. In its proper pure form,...

There are some great benefits to sweet orange essential oil and it has got to be on the top of the list as one of my absolute favorites. I know I say this often, but really; it’s so uplifting, friendly, clean; just a breath of fresh air. Let’s take a closer look at how sweet orange...

WHAT IS CASTILE SOAP?

Castile soap is a vegetable-based soap that originated in the Castile region of Spain. Originally, it was made using olive oil, but in modern times, it may be made with other plant-based oils such as coconut, hemp, almond, and avocado, to name a few. It is a non-toxic,...

Carrier oils often don’t get the credit they deserve. Using a carrier oil for essential oils is a must when applying to the skin. They are the foundation of any blend or product that you are creating.  When choosing a carrier for essential oils, it is helpful to have an understanding...

Lavender is one of the most popular essential oils, and with good reason. So what makes the oil from this lovely flower so special? In this article, we will discover five amazing benefits of lavender and why I think, that if we thought of essential oils as being one big family, why I consider...

It can be confusing when you are a beginner and getting started using essential oils. You may be concerned about safety, where to buy your oils, or how to care for and store them. This short article hits some of the essential oils for beginners’ basics and will help you get started.

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We have all heard of the term “holistic health.” It has become somewhat of a blanket term in the natural health and wellness world, but what does it really mean? I find that several individuals think of “holistic” as meaning “natural” or...

When talking about holistic health and wellness, there are 5 building blocks in embracing complete wellness within the “whole self,” physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and Mental. In this article, we will focus on the importance of the social aspect and why human...

Lemon Essential Oil is at the top of the list of essential oils that you should add to your home stock. Not only is the aroma so fresh and uplifting, but this essential oil also has a natural chemical makeup that makes it a perfect choice for ridding your home of unwanted germs. Limonene is the...