Explaining Essential Oils- Sweet Orange

Sweet Orange Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Citrus X sinensis

What is it?

Sweet orange essential oil is a cold pressed oil extracted from the rind of oranges. It is a favorite ingredient in many aromatherapy blends and can also be used as a food additive.

How can I use it?

What Do I Need To Know About Carrier Oils?

What exactly are carrier oils?  Carrier Oils are a base oils, usually pressed from fruit, kernels,

A massage is a great way to relax, heal, and uplift your body and mind especially when you use a therapeutic-grade massage oil made from a combination of essential oils. You can purchase your own massage oil in a specialty store, which can be quite costly, or you can get exactly what you want by mixing your own custom synergy blend at home.

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DIY Ideas to Entertain Your Kids During Holiday Break

Make Soap!

Making soaps can be a great DIY project you and your kids can enjoy. Below is an easy holistic recipe perfect

Holistic Holiday Hacks

If you are hosting a holiday event in your home, the first thing you are probably concerned about is cleaning for your guests. No one wants to entertain in a messy home! There are plenty of ways to naturally ensure your home is tidy and clean before your guests arrive. To reduce toxic exposure, use natural products. Replace the bleach, ammonia

Holistic Housecleaning Hacks

It is important to clean doorknobs, countertops, sink and shower handles frequently, as germs can linger on surfaces for long periods of time. You can find a wide variety of cleaning recipes for every surface and item in your home on the recipe section of our website and below is a great list of natural essential oils you can use to protect yourself

What is Smudging?

Smudging is an ancient Native American practice where you light a bundle of sage on fire and “clear out” or “cast away” negative energy. There have also been some medical studies showing that this ritual actually cleanses bacteria and vir

Essential Oils for Cleaning

Tea Tree

Tea tree oil is made from distilling the leaves of the native Australian plant, Melaleuca alternifolia. It was first brought into modern culture by Captain James Cook in 1770.  It is a great natural cleaning ingredient because it is a natural Antiseptic.  Tea Tree oil is very beneficial in preventing infection and bacterial growth.  This

To live the most optimal life possible, limiting your exposure your toxins is essential to your wellbeing. Many people are unaware at how many subtle chemicals we are exposed to through modern conveniences such as household cleaners, detergents and dishwashing liquid.

Traditional dishwashing liquid can contain the following concerning chemicals:

SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate)/SLES

The United States House of Representatives Report in 1989 published some alarming statistics regarding the toxicity that American’s are regularly exposed to. “Of the chemicals found in personal care products: 884 are toxic, 146 cause tumors, 218 cause reproductive complications, 778 cause acute toxicity, 314 cause biological mutations, 376 cause skin and eye irritations.” (Source: Unite