The Essential Blog
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Complete Guide to Frankincense Essential Oil
Frankincense oil has been used as a holistic remedy for centuries, and its benefits and uses are vast. For example, when used topically, frankincense oil is said to be helpful in reducing the appearance of scars and stretch marks. It’s also effective in treating acne, eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. When used in aromatherapy, frankincense oil is said to help relieve stress, anxiety and tension.
Top 5 Anti-Aging Skin Secrets - Wonders Of Essential Oils
People spend loads of money every year on finding the best skincare products, always looking for the next best thing. But what if you don’t need a specially-formulated, pre-manufactured product at all? What if the best anti-aging skincare products are DIY, made from nature’s best-kept secret…essential oils!
Heat vs ultrasonic essential oil diffusers
The easiest and most effective way to achieve the full benefits of essential oils is to use a diffuser. Through the inhalation of essential oils, you can lift your mood, enhance your sleep and create a beautiful, aroma-filled home or office space. Each of these small boosts to your day will have a significant impact on your mental and physical wellbeing, leading to an overall happier you!
DIY tips to make a homemade diffuser for aromatherapy
Essential oils provide a great way to transform your living or office space. You might choose different essential oils depending on the time of day and your activities, or you may like to experiment with different blends to create a signature scent for your home. Whether you’re ready to put your feet up after a long day of chores, or you’re preparing your mind for an energetic day of back-to-back meetings at work, there is always a perfect essential oil for the moment.
Essential Oils For Sinuses: Our Ultimate Guide
If you're suffering from blocked sinuses, you're not alone. Blocked sinuses are a common condition that affects millions of people every year. There are many things that can cause sinus blockages, such as allergies, colds and even the flu. But no matter the cause, blocked sinuses can be incredibly uncomfortable.
Cedarwood Essential Oil: Everything You Need to Know
Since ancient times and still today, essential oils bring a special kind of therapeutic calm to the mind and body. These oils are extracted from plants and trees and processed to capture the essence, scent and ambience of a plant, place or environment. One of the most popular aromatics nowadays is cedarwood essential oil.
25 Aromatherapy Websites You'll Want to Bookmark
Have you ever wondered how a smell can take you years back down memory lane and walk you through both the pleasant and painful memories of your life? You are not alone! Our sense of smell is directly connected to the part of the brain that stores memories and evokes emotion. This is in part why aromatherapy is becoming more popular these days, in addition to the fantastic benefits that it offers. The pleasant smells, like those of lavender, roses, or lilies, can help you relax and sleep better by giving you a sense of relief. Or citrus scents can energise you, helping you get a jumpstart on your day.
How to burn essential oils - Here’s what you should know
There are endless benefits when it comes to introducing essential oils into your daily routine, but you might be wondering the best ways to use them. We’re here to explain how to burn essential oils to release their potential.
Tips & Recipes
Footbath with essential oils
Taking a foot bath at the end of a long day has become one of my simple, yet most important rituals. It is something I do at home, in hotels and with hot water in the wilderness.
6 recipes for essential oils you will love
There are countless recipes for essential oil blends. Here we have collected the 6 best recipes for aroma diffusers.
Oil mixture recipe: Retreat
We have designed this recipe to smell like a resort spa.
Essential Oil Mixture: Stress down
When the workday is over, toast to successes, no matter the size of a spicy aroma diffuser cocktail. We call it stress down.
A towel freshener that smells like sea breeze
A natural spray is a nice way to keep your towels smelling fresh.
A natural hair oil
Essential oils of frankincense, bergamot and amber provide a wonderful base for the scent of your hair.
Aromatherapy at work
A secret productivity hack is to use aromatherapy at work. Essential oils can boost your energy and reduce stress, enhance your mood, and increase your focus.