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Though many essential oils can be used without dilution, some oils require dilution under certain circumstances or for use on certain people. We’ve received a lot of questions about this topic, so we’re going to try to address all of them in this article.

Our post today is from guest blogger Stephanie Pearson. Stephanie Pearson has worked with herbal medicine for over 25 years and is a clinical herbalist, functional nutritionist, and clinical aromatherapist master, in process. She created an e-course, Essential Oils for the Birth Kit, that is a comprehensive, evidence-based...

This hair pomade works great for styling short hair! It is made from beeswax, shea butter or cocoa butter, and jojoba oil (which is technically a wax), so it’s thick enough to hold hair effectively. Though this product has been formulated to use on hair as a pomade, it is extremely versatile and could also be used as an eyebrow smoother, lotion or hand cream, and even lip balm.

Dive right into learning about magnolia essential oil! Discover where it comes from and how it's commonly used. We discuss oil application and review how to use it safely. We've also included some way to use magnolia oil: diffuser blends and DIY recipes for perfume, air freshener, skin care.

Your face does a lot of work during the day and could use a little love at night. Try caring for your complexion with an all-natural, antiwrinkle cream! This cream is formulated to benefit a mature face with wrinkles, but it can help any skin look younger longer.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Since a mother’s work is often so constantly demanding, what better way is there to show gratitude for all that mother does for you than to give her the gift …

Learn more about juniper berry essential oil! Discover where it comes from and how it's commonly used. We discuss oil application and safety data. We've also included a few fun ways to add juniper berry in your diffuser and DIY recipes for skin care, hangovers, dermatitis/eczema, and air freshener.

Learn more about blue lotus flower essential oil absolute! Discover where it comes from and how it's commonly used. We discuss oil application and safety data. We've also included a couple of ways to add blue lotus in your diffuser, your meditation practice and DIY perfumes and skin care.

Discover more about green mandarin essential oil! We discuss where it comes from and how it's commonly used. Review oil application and how to make sure you're using green mandarin safety. We've also included a couple of ways to diffuse green mandarin oil and DIY recipes for skin care toner, perfume, relaxation, and emotional balance.

Protect your skin naturally while out in the summer sun with this all-natural homemade sunscreen. It is easy to make and looks and feels just like store-bought sunscreen! Your family won’t know the difference, but you will feel better knowing what you are putting on your children’s skin! 

Learn more about Spanish sage–also known as sage lavender (Salvia lavandulifolia)–essential oil! Discover where it comes from and how it's commonly used. Review how to use it safely and its recommended applications. Find out how to add Spanish sage to your massage, DIY self-care products, and your diffuser.

Though this is called a lip scrub, it also feels fantastic when used on hands, legs, feet, etc. You will love how soft this makes your skin and lips feel! If you like another scent, feel free to change out the peppermint essential oil to something that suits you. This scrub is so easy to make and is a great gift for family and friends!

Do you like the moisturizing effects of an oatmeal bath, but don’t like having all that oatmeal in your bathtub? These Oatmeal Shower Scrub Bags are the solution! Simply rub the bag over your skin when you shower, bathe, or wash your hands. The oats moisturize, the soap cleans, the lavender soothes and scents, and the organza bag gives a gentle exfoliation.

If you ever look at ingredients that are in commercial toothpastes, you will find that there are ingredients you can’t pronounce or that are unfamiliar. Some of the ingredients, like glycerin, actually coat your teeth and prevent your teeth from naturally remineralizing. Wouldn’t you like to control what is in your toothpaste?