When used in small amounts, glycerin can be very beneficial for the skin on the face and body. It can help repair the skin barrier and soothe skin irritations when used sparingly.

However, if you apply too much glycerin to the skin, it can have the opposite effect. The recommended usage rate is around 2-5%, whether it is diluted in a cream or used with another skincare product.

Since vegetable glycerin is known as a thickening agent, a popular item often used to enhance its properties tends to be Rose water.

Glycerin when added to rose water can moisturize and soften the skin. Some people enjoy rose water on its own  while others prefer the added hydration boost that glycerin can provide.

Glycerin with rose water can also serve as an excellent primer or enhanced makeup setting spray, providing an  alternative to traditional setting sprays.

Others also enjoy incorporating rose water with glycerin into their hair care routines, especially for maintaining dreadlocks. This combination helps moisturize and improve the overall hair health. Rose water can help soothe irritated scalps along with reducing frizz, while glycerin acts as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture in the hair. When combined, these ingredients can help keep all hair types hydrated, healthy, and looking their best.

If you enjoy creating your own DIY products, vegetable glycerin is an excellent addition because of its many beneficial properties. From face washes to cooling gels and even using it in a bubble solution recipe, there are endless options to explore when incorporating vegetable glycerin into your creations!

One consideration to note when using glycerin in DIY products is that unless you use a high percentage of glycerin, you will need to add a preservative to the product as well. Preservatives are necessary to prevent bacterial growth if you are planning on using the product long term.

If you have young children in your house for the summer wanting to have some fun- rain or shine- we have fun and easy DIY recipes perfect for the whole family!

Essential oils can help enhance moods and stimulate the senses, making them an ideal choice to add to activities. The pleasant scents can also help to enhance creativity and imagination while drawing, as well as provide a way for kids to explore unique aromas during playtime. 

Some kid-safe essential oils for children include: 

• Tea Tree
• Chamomile 
• Lavender 
• Cedarwood 

Instructions: 

1. Coat the inside of each deodorant container with petroleum jelly (especially towards the bottom).
2. Pour the cold water into the disposable cup, then add the food coloring along with your desired essential oils.
3. Scoop out ½ cup of plaster of Paris and add it to the cold water solution created.
4. Do not touch it with your bare hands until the mixture hardens. Stir with a plastic fork until the mixture is well combined and the color is properly mixed in. 
5. Pour the chalk mixture into the deodorant container and let it sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours. After the chalk has hardened, gently compress the container sides to loosen them. Hold the twist dial inside the container with your fingers, using the grooves for grip. Apply steady pressure when twisting, without risking the middle piece breaking. Once initially loosened, the chalk should twist up and down smoothly as usual. Twist to use and enjoy! Note: Be sure you are in a well-ventilated area while doing this project (ex. outdoors). 

Is it too rainy outside for sidewalk chalk? Try this recipe instead for DIY bath paints: 

Fill a couple of small cups with a bit of the castile soap, then add a few drops of food coloring to avoid staining the bathtub. Add a few drops of essential oil to each cup. Mix well before starting to paint, and enjoy!

Tick season typically starts every year from April and ends during October.

If you enjoy going for hikes you’re likely to run into prime tick habitats (such as tall grass). While we recommend trying to avoid walking through these areas if at all possible, here are some other tips to help minimize your risk of running into ticks:

• Wear light colored long sleeves and long pants
• Tuck your pants into your socks
• Always check for ticks after getting home from the outdoors
• Spray your clothes or any exposed skin with Rose Geranium hydrosol
  • This hydrosol is perfect for all ages and is safe for your dog as well!
  • We also recommend adding a drop or two to the back of your dog’s collar–this will help keep the ticks away and your furry friends safe & sound!

WARNING: While hydrosols are generally very safe for most humans or animals, Rose Geranium essential oil AND hydrosol are not safe for cats. Rose Geranium is toxic for cats even in small amounts. We recommend consulting with an appropriate medical specialist prior to using any kind of essential oil or hydrosol on cats.

Here’s some fun favorite blends and recipes to help all the moms out there relax on their special day–from morning until night!

Morning

Enjoy starting your day off right and take it easy! This sunny day diffuser blend recipe will ensure that you have a bright & uplifting start to your Sunday morning!

Afternoon

This is where our massage blend comes in! Try using our Pain & Strain or C’est La Vie blends for soothing relief. Both blends are made of essential oils and pre-diluted with our premium jojoba oil.

Massage oils are an excellent way to relax & unwind, especially when you have some extra time on your hands! They’re especially useful as part of a post-workout routine or simply relaxing after a long day.

Or feel free to try this recipe below for a basic massage oil blend!

Night

Who doesn’t love a nice, cozy soak at the end of the day? Try this simple bath salt recipe and add to your bath tonight!

Let’s start simple with going over ways to inhale essential oils.

Inhalation is one of the easiest ways to start using essential oils as you don’t need to have any additional materials- it can be as simple as inhaling the essential oil directly from the bottle.

When opening the bottle of essential oil, don’t take a big breath right away. Just like with perfumes, you would want to take it slowly and gently inhale the fragrance. You can even use perfume test strips and simply add a couple drops of essential oil!

There are plenty of other ways you can safely use aromatherapy in your daily life:

• Creating a hot steam bowl
• Adding a couple drops of EO to a candle wax or melt
• Diffusion through an oil diffuser

For most beginners, many would probably consider creating a hot steam bowl and adding a couple drops of essential oils for a DIY diffuser.

Benefits of hot steam bowl for aromatherapy:

• Respiratory health
• Encourages relaxation
• Helps support body comfort

Others may prefer adding a few drops of essential oils to some unscented wax melts to liven up the room, or even using an essential oil diffuser.

The diffuser is one of the most common methods of aromatherapy and an effortless dispersal tool. Adding a couple drops of your favorite oils has never been easier!

Some diffusers require adding a certain amount of water before adding essential oils, but be sure to check your instructions on how to use the diffuser properly as each one is different.

Most diffusers work by creating mist droplets so they are dispersed into the air, refreshing any room with the scents of your choosing.

There are plenty of ways to safely inhale essential oils and benefit from the wonders of aromatherapy!

Humidifiers add moisture to the air using a water reservoir to disperse water, and a fan for circulating the moistened air into your space. They help to increase humidity levels in the room, providing relief from dry air and alleviating symptoms such as dry skin or congestion.

While it is not recommended to put essential oils into humidifiers, it is safe to add hydrosols to your humidifier!

There’s many different hydrosols that could help enhance the benefits a humidifier brings, such as Eucalyptus or Spearmint, perfect for fighting against germs during cold and flu season.

While humidifiers are best during colder weather, they can still be used throughout the year to help keep your immune system strong during seasonal allergies or even for easier breathing at night.

Here are a few of the top reasons people love their humidifiers!

#1 Hydrates Dry Skin

When added to the air, humidifiers help balance the humidity, making your skin less dry during harsh weather!

#2 Can ease seasonal allergy symptoms

By breathing in higher humidity air, it can help to ease nasal congestion and inflammation, providing additional relief.

#3 Can help with respiratory health

For those with breathing difficulties regardless of sickness or long-term health conditions, a humidifier can help ease discomforts making breathing easier.

#4 Preserve wooden furniture

Whether you have wooden furniture or hard-wood floors, a humidifier can help to avoid cracked or peeling wood in your home. With consistent humidity levels in the home, it is less likely that your furniture will get brittle, avoiding a costly replacement!

#5 Can improve health of certain houseplants

Some plants from tropical regions (such as ferns or orchids) can benefit greatly from higher humidity levels in the home. A healthy humidity level can help promote necessary growth, avoid wilting, and even reduce the possibility of pest infestations.

With as many benefits as humidifiers have for the health & home, it is imperative to clean your humidifier every couple days, if not daily. Since a humidifier creates humidity, it tends to be a breeding ground for bacteria and mold if it isn’t cleaned regularly. It’s recommended to clean with regular dish soap and avoid spraying harsh chemicals in the machine. 

Rose is a luxurious oil that is considered to be the ‘queen’ of essential oils because of its high quality and many benefits. Due to the significant amount of rose petals it takes to produce a drop of essential oil along with high demand, Rose essential oil is one of the most costly essential oils on the market.

For many people, Rose essential oil is out of their budget, but we have substitutes that are perfect for every budget!

Here are a few oils we offer that are a great substitute for Rose essential oil!:

• Rose Absolute
• Rose Absolute 5% blend
• Palmarosa essential oil

Rose Absolute is a unique oil because it’s not an essential oil, but it is an absolute, meaning compared to essential oils it has a thicker consistency and a stronger fragrance.

For our 5% blend of Rose Absolute oil, it is a part of our Pre-Dilutions collection- featuring premium oils prediluted with carrier oil. These oils are an excellent way to try out premium oils for an affordable price point.

Palmarosa on the other hand is an oil that is not as well known, but has a similar floral aroma to Rose essential oil.

It has a very fresh, floral, sweet aroma, but with herbaceous notes. This oil is an excellent choice for those who are looking for a middle-note fragrance that isn’t overpowering.

There are many different options for substitutes and alternatives, especially when it comes to essential oils. Rose oil is a classic, popular essential oil perfect for those looking to add a luxurious, premium aroma into their products. However, Palmarosa tends to be a very overlooked alternative that may work just as well for your DIY needs.

For those who are looking to blend with carrier oil, why not try our pre-dilutions line of essential oils? We have a variety of premium essential oils at a more affordable price point to meet everyone's essential oil needs.

Want to learn more about the differences between Rose essential oil and Rose Absolute? Check out our previous blog post for more information!

For most, January is the month to start trying new workouts, finding a gym to join, and overall trying to live a healthier lifestyle.

Most people know that essential oils can help soothe soreness or boost energy however many do not think to incorporate oils into their workouts.

Here are a few ideas in which essential oils can be incorporated before or after sports practices:

• Apply cooling oils to the chest to promote clear airways
• Blend carrier oil with your favorite essential oil for a soothing addition to a shower or bath
• Diffuse in the locker room or use a personal aromatherapy inhaler to promote positive feelings

Whether you work out from home or hit the gym regularly, energizing topical blends can help you power through tough workouts. For those who love their home workouts, try aromatherapy through an oil diffuser to create an enjoyable, invigorating atmosphere.

For an energizing boost, we highly recommend Peppermint and Eucalyptus essential oils. Whether you prefer one over the other or a combination of the two, these oils can be used to bring out your best while exercising.

Once you are done with your workout, essential oils can also be used to promote rest or relaxation.

A fun way to unwind after your workout is by adding essential oils (blended with carrier oil) for a soothing massage blend. You can also take a relaxing bath or foot soak to ease tired, aching feet.

Even if you are having trouble relaxing before bed, a favorite tip by many essential oil users is to create a lavender spray with essential oils and lightly spray their linens!

Don't forget about our personal care blends, such as our 10ml roller bottle collection:

-C'est La Vie

-Headache Magic

-Pain & Strain

-Germ Ninja

From start to finish, essential oils can help benefit your daily life by supporting your self-care and wellness routines.

Here comes our Winter Blends set!

We have Sleigh Ride, Winter Nights, Ginger Bread, and Candy Cane, each important for creating the atmosphere that is needed for a great holiday experience!

For a limited time only, you can get our Winter Blends Set (4 x 5 ml bottles) for only $7.99!

Sleigh Ride:

Let’s start with the classic, Sleigh Ride.

Sleigh Ride is a blend of Wintergreen, Juniper Berry, & Lemongrass essential oils. The crisp, camphoraceous aroma is reminiscent of going for a wintertime sleigh ride!

Candy Cane:

Who doesn’t love a classic scent like Candy Canes?

Our blend of Peppermint, Sweet Orange, Cinnamon, & Wintergreen essential oils bring us an energizing, minty aroma perfect for a refreshing room scent, a fun hand sanitizer, or a soothing topical rub for any bodily discomforts the holidays may bring.

Gingerbread:

Next, we have Gingerbread! Reminiscent aroma of freshy baked gingerbread!

A wonderful blend of Ginger, Clove Bud, and Cinnamon, this blend is sure to eliminate any holiday stress and help you recharge with loved ones this season!

Winter Nights:

Finally, we have our beloved Winter Nights blend! Do you love those chilly winter nights where snow is falling and you are drinking warm, hot cocoa? We bring that atmosphere to life with our winter nights blend!

The blend of Sweet Orange, Lavender, Frankincense, Frankincense, Myrrh, Cedarwood Texas, and Cinnamon makes for a warm, uplifting atmosphere great for diffusers or perfect for an on the go therapeutic inhaler.

How to Use:

For these Winter Wonder Blends, here are a few fun ways you can use them to make the most out of their many therapeutic benefits:

• Create your own hand sanitizer
• Add 6-9 drops to your diffuser
• Blend with carrier oil into a topical application for a soothing massage
• Add to diffuser jewelry
• Emphasize a natural aroma with your holiday decor
• Create your own room spray
• or create DIY beauty items (lotions, cleansers, butters, etc.) for gift-giving!

Happy Holidays!

Here’s where castor oil packs come into play.

Castor oil packs work by using a wool or flannel material infused with castor oil that is applied to the desired area of the body (such as the stomach or back). Castor oil packs are believed to have many excellent benefits for the body, including supporting lymphatic drainage and easing aches or pains.

For individuals wanting to alleviate their everyday aches or discomforts, castor oil packs are seen as an ideal option.

Here are all the items you need in order to make your own DIY castor oil pack:

Once you have all of your necessary items, you’ll need to do the following:

• Cut the wool or flannel into a few rectangular pieces
• Generously pour castor oil into the container and soak your flannel pieces
• With the tongs, pick up the pieces of cloth, lay flat on the plastic sheet on top of each other
• Use and enjoy!

When you’re done with setting up your castor oil pack, here is how you can use it!

Castor oil can help with a variety of natural remedies, including:

• Moisturizing your hair, eyelashes/eyebrows, skin
• Stimulate hair growth
• Easing symptoms of pain and inflammation all over the body

Want to give castor oil packs a try? Let us know if they’ve worked for you!