Your Ultimate Guide to Healthy Living

Purchasing essential oils is an investment in your home and wellness, and like any investment, it deserves careful consideration. The difference between a pure, properly sourced essential oil and an adulterated product can mean the difference between therapeutic benefit and wasted money, or worse, potential harm.

Siberian fir essential oil (Abies sibirica) offers much the same benefits as refreshing autumn rain. When you breathe in its clean, forest scent, there can be an immediate sense of ease and relief in your breathing and tension level. It is an oil that offers practical support: easing congestion and supporting immunity, calming stress, and helping promote restful sleep. In a season when we need all the support we can get, Siberian fir is a great option to keep on hand.

Grief, especially when combined with stress, can affect the body, leading to aches, fatigue, restless nights, or digestive upset. Using herbs and essential oils can help ease these physical burdens.

Fall is a favorite time of year, with the beautiful colors and cool breezes; nonetheless, along with all the beauty comes an increase in respiratory infections. By bringing in immune-supportive herbs, cozy kitchen remedies, and a few aromatic allies, we can enjoy the season with greater resilience.

Have you ever wanted to make a new blend of your favorite essential oils, but did not know where to start? Have you tried blending your favorite oils with a plan to create a delightful aroma only to get a questionable, unpleasant medicinal scent? Me too.

As the pumpkin pie treats and pumpkin spice lattes appear in stores, it’s the perfect opportunity to welcome the scents of autumn into our homes, scents that feel comforting, familiar, and grounding. One of the simplest ways to do this is through using essential oils to create layered aromatic arrangements using top, middle, and base notes.

A fixative is an essential oil, typically a base note, that helps "fix" or preserve the scent of lighter oils in your blend. These are usually derived from roots, resins, or woods, containing larger, more stable aromatic molecules.

On days when you feel uninspired, inadequate, or just plain foggy, start with the most important step: spend time in the Word. Let His truth be your encouragement. From there, you might find that essential oils can serve as a helpful tool in finding inspiration, focus, motivation, and mental energy.

Geranium tends to be an overlooked essential oil that is versatile and reliable, offering a wide-reaching benefit for skin, mood, and overall well-being.

Life has a way of reminding us how small and fragile we truly are.

Summer brings sunshine, fresh air, county fairs, and fun… along with sunburns, bug bites, bumps, and the occasional overheating. A well-stocked apothecary gives you natural tools to be prepared.

Vetiver may not be the most loved oil, but it is a wonderful oil to have in your collection for a sense of overall calm.

If you are familiar with the calming, floral scent of lavender, spike lavender might surprise you; with a sharper, camphoraceous edge and a different therapeutic experience altogether.

Eucalyptus essential oil is your go-to when you need a reset.

Winter months can lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), leaving you fatigued and uninspired. There are herbs and oils that can help!

Spring allergies do not have to take over your season! By incorporating herbal and essential oil remedies you can manage symptoms effectivel

Blending essential oils is both an art and a science; there are many ways to create the perfect synergy/blend.

Discover the benefits of foot soaks with easy DIY recipes. Pamper your feet with essential oils, herbs, and salts for ultimate relaxation.

As we approach Thanksgiving, let's focus on gratitude, even amidst worldly challenges. Practice true kindness, and count our blessings

Festive DIY Potpourri for a Cozy, Aromatic Home As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s time to get excited about the...