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At the start of a new year, many are refreshing their goals of being more active or improving their diet. If these are your goals, we would like to show you how essential oils can help you achieve them. The …

Douglas fir essential oil is steam distilled from the needles and twigs of the conifer tree Pseudotsuga menziesii. Douglas fir is prized for its effect on the respiratory system, muscles, and bones. The fragrant aroma of Douglas fir creates a …

The Modern Essentials™ App has recently been updated to include lots of new features! This app is available for iOS and Android devices. You can purchase the app in the Apple iTunes Store or in the Google Play Store. The update …

We are so excited about the newest addition to the Modern Essentials™ family: Modern Essentials™ Living! This new book contains cooking recipes, craft ideas, cleaning recipes, body care product recipes, class ideas, diffuser blends, and a chart listing common uses …

Since we are in the “back-to-school” spirit, let’s do a little review on some of the basics of essential oils. Quick Definitions from Modern Essentials Essential Oils: Substances created inside aromatic plants that are both volatile (they evaporate) and oil …

Summertime often means camping, hiking, and spending more time outside. We’ve compiled some of our best essential oil–related tips for when you are out and about enjoying Mother Earth this summer. Taking Oils with You Since space is limited, a …

Last Wednesday evening, over 100 essential oil enthusiasts joined AromaTools™ employees to learn how Modern Essentials provides genuine compliance, genuine ease-of-use, and genuine education. Genuine Compliance Throughout the years, AromaTools™ has provided the most accurate and reliable information about essential oils.

Have you ever wondered if there was a more natural way to keep away those pesky insects that seem to always be buzzing around during the summer months? Would you like to know a non-poisonous method to prevent the ants from invading your home? According to several different authors, essential oils can be a great natural way to repel insects.

Geranium essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of Pelargonium graveolens. It has a calming, uplifting, and flowery scent. Geranium is know to be antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, insect repellent, refreshing, relaxing, sedative, and tonic. Historically …

Grapefruit essential oil is cold-pressed from the rind of a grapefruit and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Many of the uses for grapefruit oil are similar to other citrus oils. However, grapefruit oil does not cause as much photosensitivity as …

With the weather turning warmer, you may be getting anxious to start your spring cleaning…or you may be dreading it. Either way, making all-natural cleaners can help you get started on the right foot! But rather than simply making the cleaners on your own, why not turn it into a Make & Take Essential Oil Class?

White fir essential oil is extracted from the soft needles of the fir tree Abies alba. White fir has been prized throughout the ages for its abilities to help with respiratory complaints, fever, and muscular and rheumatic pain. Fir has …

Cardamom is from the botanical family Zingiberaceae (ginger) and is steam distilled from the seeds. When used aromatically, cardamom is uplifting, refreshing, and invigorating. It may be beneficial for clearing confusion. Anciently, cardamom was used for epilepsy, spasms, paralysis, rheumatism, cardiac disorders, …

Are you worried about your family catching a cold or the flu this winter? If so, you are not alone.

The new year represents new beginnings, and many people set goals and resolutions to become better people during the upcoming year. Are some of your resolutions or goals about becoming healthier, devoting more time and energy to building your business, or …

Wintergreen oil has a strong, penetrating aroma. The American Indians and early European settlers enjoyed a tea that was flavored with birch bark or wintergreen. Wintergreen has commonly been used to help with arthritic pain, bone pain, bone spurs, cartilage …

Foeniculum vulgare is a flowering plant from the celery family and is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb with both culinary and medicinal uses. Many describe fennel as tasting like black licorice. Historically, the ancient Egyptians and Romans awarded garlands …

Have you ever wondered how essential oils interact with your body? The latest edition of the Modern Essentials book includes a section explaining how essential oils produce their therapeutic effects. The most recent research on essential oils is included in this section to help you understand how to better use essential oils based on their interactions with your proteins, organs, and body systems.