Angelica root essential oil has a long history of use both therapeutically and as a ward against evil. Its warming and stimulating properties has been used for centuries to treat digestive ills, detoxification, and boggy congested lung conditions. It is the brazen friend who encourages, supports, and empowers you to overcome your troubles and is […]
Essential Oil Basics
How to Blend Essential Oils
If you have a few favorite essential oil blends from companies you love, then I know you’ve wondered how to make your own. When I first started using essential oils, I would often buy different synergistic blends to help me with mood, sleep, and energy. They really helped me with what I needed but after […]
How to do a Skin Patch Test with Essential Oils
Learning how to do a skin patch test with essential oils is one of the most important things to learn when using these potent plant essences. Not only will it help you determine which oils are safe for you to use, but also which ones are safe for clients, friends, and family. How to do […]
What is a Folded Essential Oil?- Essential Oils 101
As we delve deeper into essential oils you may find yourself coming across some really weird terminology, some of which really don’t make any sense without a little research. One such term I want to share with you today is what’s known as a “folded essential oil”. What is a Folded Essential Oil? So what […]
What You Need to Know About Phototoxic Essential Oils
If you’re new to essential oils, then you may not know that some essential oils can make your skin very sensitive to sunlight exposure. This is known as phototoxicity or photosensitization. All About Phototoxic Essential Oils Phototoxicity is a skin reaction that occurs when certain constituents in an essential oil react with ultra violet light. […]
How to Dilute Essential Oils
Learning How to Dilute Essential Oils Properly diluting essential oils is one of the most important things to learn about before diving into blending, internal use, or DIY recipes. The concentration and potency of EOs can be too powerful if used directly on the skin, so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with a […]