Growing up in the mountains of San Diego makes me miss the smell of resinous and uplifting confers. The scent of sun warmed pine sap, needles, and bark has always reminded me of home and the coming winter months. It fills me with positive emotions, an uplifted mood, boosted energy, and a sense of feeling […]
Archives for November 2016
Essential Oil Holiday Gift Guide 2016!
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Mine was super eventful and full of delicious food and too many desserts. In case you weren’t aware, Thanksgiving around here lasts three days – Thanksgiving, Spaghetti Night, and Taco Night. Family friends travel from San Francisco to meet up with us every other year in Orange […]
Essential Oil Blends for Fall
What a wonderful time of year fall is! Chillier weather, hot mugs of chai tea, chunky sweaters, morning slippers, and thick cozy blankets. The air is filled with baking aromas, spices, and homecooked meals adorn every table. Scent is such a huge part of enjoying autumn in my humble opinion. Without the scent of wood […]
How to Make Four Thieves Oil
Four Thieves Oil is a recipe that dates back to Medieval times. During the 15th century, it is said that the blend was created by a group of “four thieves” to protect themselves from the plague while robbing the sick and dying. When apprehended, authorities demanded to know how they escaped contracting the plague and […]
Thyme Serum for Acne Free Skin
Did you know that thyme is scientifically proven to be just as effective, if not better than benzoyl peroxide? I know, it sounds like a miracle but it’s true. This unassuming little garden herb is going to help clear your skin without drying it out or causing acne bacteria growing resistant with continued use. That’s […]
The Best Essential Oils for Shrinking Varicose Veins
I’ve written up a post on the best herbal remedies for varicose veins and thought that a companion article was in order! Cuz’ you can’t have enough remedies for unsightly veins amiright? Granted, I don’t have them all THAT bad, but I still hate to think that my overall vein health is a bit lacking. […]
