I love burning a good candle. They set the mood for any occasion making rooms inviting, cozy, and aromatic and dinner tables flicker with romance. There is almost nothing better than the ambiance a candle can bring to your home. The downside? Buying candles is expensive! Not only that, most candles on the market (including…
Have you ever peeled an orange and noticed the aromatic spray that exudes from the peel? This is its essential oil! Bright, cheerful, and clarifying, citrus essential oils are most often cold pressed from the peels, though you can get a few that are steam distilled for safe use in direct sunlight. Their penetrating aroma…
I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to make four thieves spray, but when the flu just keeps making its rounds amongst your family, enough is enough! My husband, who almost never gets sick, has had the flu at least three times in the past six months, and for him, that’s three times too…
Homemade face masks are one of my favorite ways to both treat problem skin and pamper it like a day at the spa. They’re super easy to make on the fly and can be customized to fit your skin’s needs like hydration, blemish treatment, reduced fine lines, or oil control. 5 DIY Face Mask Recipes…
Trying out new carrier oils is something I really enjoy, but what I don’t enjoy is having them go rancid before I’ve had the chance to really experience all the oil has to offer. This seems to be a common issue, especially if you’re trying to find the right oil for you skin type or…
Lately, I have been so completely smitten with cistus essential oil that I want to put it in all of my homemade products. Its peppery, earthy, and somewhat spicy aroma lends a lovely middle note to blends, especially when paired with other resinous essential oils like vetiver, frankincense, and myrrh. Cistus, also known as rockrose…
As I continue to explore various forms of physical activity to keep my fitness journey fresh and interesting, I often find myself sore and in need of a good massage oil. Muscle rubs, massage oils, and gels have all been extremely helpful in supporting post-workout comfort, so when I got a request to make a…
