by Andrea Butje on January 7, 2012
I know it is not really fair for me to write about the winter given that I live in Florida… but I’ll justify it because I lived in Ithaca, NY during the winters for many years! I know all about scraping car windows, black ice and freezing cold feet. I had a few blends I [...]
by Andrea on January 12, 2010
Eucalyptus dives is a unique essential oil that I love having in my collection. It is especially good for reducing thick mucus, great for that cold or flu that you just can’t get rid of and the congestion is driving you crazy! You can steam with it, put it into a chest rub, dilute it [...]
by Maria on March 16, 2009
You don’t have to wear green or drink green beer (or be Irish) to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Try bringing a little “green” into your home for the day by diffusing bright, herbal essential oils! Sweet Basil essential oil smells like fresh basil leaves. Sharp, bright, and springy, the aroma is emotionally uplifting. Perfect to [...]
by Maria on December 8, 2008
When it comes to the holidays, scents and aromas can be a big part of the experience. A quick trip to your local grocery store or mall will have you inundated with candles and diffusers scented with cinnamon, baking smells, pine, and other “holiday scents”. Can any of these experiences be had with essential oils? [...]