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Amber glass essential oil bottle on white cloth with dried lavender stems. Soft, calming atmosphere with muted colors.

Amber glass essential oil bottle on white cloth with dried lavender stems. Soft, calming atmosphere with muted colors.

Essential Oil Quality

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.

Oct 145 min read

Snowy path between fir trees, lightly dusted in snow. Overcast sky and serene, wintry forest scene create a tranquil mood.

Snowy path between fir trees, lightly dusted in snow. Overcast sky and serene, wintry forest scene create a tranquil mood.

Siberian Fir (Abies sibirica)

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.

Sep 305 min read

beautiful garden with a variety of fragrant flowers and trees

beautiful garden with a variety of fragrant flowers and trees

Aromatherapy by Plant Part

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.

Sep 95 min read

Sunlit autumn forest with tall trees and colorful foliage. Warm golden light filters through the branches, creating a serene atmosphere.

Sunlit autumn forest with tall trees and colorful foliage. Warm golden light filters through the branches, creating a serene atmosphere.

Layering Autumn Aromas

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.

Sep 25 min read

Close-up of a sappy pinecone on a branch of Cedrus deodara with green needles. The background is blurred, creating a calm atmosphere.

Close-up of a sappy pinecone on a branch of Cedrus deodara with green needles. The background is blurred, creating a calm atmosphere.

How to Use Aromatherapy Fixatives

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.

Aug 194 min read

Three bare trees in a foggy park, with green grass and faintly visible picnic benches. The scene is tranquil and misty.

Three bare trees in a foggy park, with green grass and faintly visible picnic benches. The scene is tranquil and misty.

When Inspiration Feels Distant

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.

Aug 126 min read

Vintage classroom with wooden desks, a world map, chalkboard, and a teacher's desk with sunflowers. American flag and portrait on walls.

Vintage classroom with wooden desks, a world map, chalkboard, and a teacher's desk with sunflowers. American flag and portrait on walls.

Be Ready for Back to School

School environments create the perfect storm for infections to spread. Meanwhile, the pressure of academic performance, social dynamics, and packed schedules can leave some feeling overwhelmed. But there is hope.

Aug 59 min read

Colorful flowers in pots, including red, pink, and lavender, on a table with gardening tools and terracotta pots in a greenhouse setting.

Colorful flowers in pots, including red, pink, and lavender, on a table with gardening tools and terracotta pots in a greenhouse setting.

Geranium (Pelargonium spp.)

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.

Jul 295 min read

Four colorful pizzas in open boxes, topped with various veggies, meats, and pineapples. Brown boxes with text, vibrant and appetizing scene.

Four colorful pizzas in open boxes, topped with various veggies, meats, and pineapples. Brown boxes with text, vibrant and appetizing scene.

Digestive Support

Herbs and Essential Oils for Digestive Support Tummy ache waiting to happen Digestion complaints are all too common, ranging from...

Jul 226 min read

Summer sunset over a golden field with trees in the background, casting long shadows. The sky is clear with a warm, tranquil glow.

Summer sunset over a golden field with trees in the background, casting long shadows. The sky is clear with a warm, tranquil glow.

Beat the Stink Naturally

When you switch to natural deodorants, you support your body's natural detox process while still maintaining social acceptability. Win-win!

Jun 105 min read

Sunlit garden with a white plastic chair casting a shadow on the paved path. Green lawn, potted plants, and trees in the background. Calm mood.

Sunlit garden with a white plastic chair casting a shadow on the paved path. Green lawn, potted plants, and trees in the background. Calm mood.

Comfort & Care

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

Jun 34 min read

Tall golden grass in a field, backlit by a bright, warm sunlight filtering through trees, creating a serene, glowing atmosphere.

Tall golden grass in a field, backlit by a bright, warm sunlight filtering through trees, creating a serene, glowing atmosphere.

Build a Summer Apothecary

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.

May 208 min read

Pathway through a serene forest with tall pine trees and lush green foliage. Sunlight filters through, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Pathway through a serene forest with tall pine trees and lush green foliage. Sunlight filters through, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Natural Support for Pain

Herbs and oils can support comfort and healing, but may not fully resolve chronic pain or gout flares. Pair with lifestyle habits such as rest, hydration, and movement

May 79 min read

Lilac blossoms on a white plate with vintage scissors, surrounded by scattered flowers on a light surface. Glass bottle and ceramic bowl in view.

Lilac blossoms on a white plate with vintage scissors, surrounded by scattered flowers on a light surface. Glass bottle and ceramic bowl in view.

Mother's Day

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate the love, warmth, and care that mothers pour into our lives. A heartfelt, handmade gift can say more than anything store-bought ever could. Here are some simple, beautiful, and natural DIY Mother's Day gift ideas you can put together in just an afternoon, using ingredients you may already have at home!

Apr 305 min read

Vetiver grass roots

Vetiver grass roots

Vetiver Essential Oil

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.

Apr 245 min read

Lavender plants with pale purple flowers on long stems sway gently in a soft, pastel-hued background, creating a serene and calming atmosphere.

Lavender plants with pale purple flowers on long stems sway gently in a soft, pastel-hued background, creating a serene and calming atmosphere.

Spike Lavender Essential Oil

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.

Apr 175 min read

Tall eucalyptus trees in a dense, sunlit forest. Green foliage creates a serene, natural atmosphere.

Tall eucalyptus trees in a dense, sunlit forest. Green foliage creates a serene, natural atmosphere.

Eucalyptus Essential Oil

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

Apr 104 min read

Yellow bird perched on a branch among blooming soft pink cherry flowers. Lush green background enhances the vibrant colors.

Yellow bird perched on a branch among blooming soft pink cherry flowers. Lush green background enhances the vibrant colors.

Energize Your Spring

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

Apr 36 min read

Pug wrapped in a cozy beige blanket, resembling a hooded robe, sits on a bed. The scene is calm and the dog looks relaxed.

Pug wrapped in a cozy beige blanket, resembling a hooded robe, sits on a bed. The scene is calm and the dog looks relaxed.

Essential Oils to Support Behavioral and Emotional Health

Aromatherapy offers a treasure trove of options to ease and support conditions like stress, anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, and even dementia

Jun 27, 20248 min read

Hydrosols

Hydrosols

Hydrosols

Hydrosols are therapeutic aromatic waters obtained directly from steam distillation

Apr 18, 20245 min read

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