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How To Use Essential Oils On Your Skin

Essential oils can be diffused, inhaled, applied topically and oils certified by the FDA as food additives can be ingested.  One of the easiest ways to get started with essential oils is to simply add a drop or two to your bath water to gently fragrance your skin. Essential oils are highly concentrated, therefore requiring […]

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Diffusing Essential Oils Into The Air

Essential oils can be diffused into the air, inhaled, applied topically or ingested if certified as a food additive by the FDA. There are many diffusers made specifically for dispersing essential oils into the air.  Traditional oil burners/pot pourri pots and plug in type units are not safe for use with essential oils. (There are […]

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Respiratory Support Essential Oil Blend

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. If you need medical care, see a doctor. A Respiratory Support oil blend  is your natural Vick’s Vapor rub or Tiger Balm. Those over the counter combinations are made with petroleum products and most likely inferior […]

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Eucalyptus radiata

Eucalyptus radiata (Eucalyptus radiata) is one of 5 different Eucalyptus essential oils with therapeutic grade properties.  All are from the botanical family Myrtaceae (myrtle) and steam distilled from the leaves. The radiata species is anti-bacterial, anti-viral, an expectorant and anti-inflammatory.  We have found it effective in supporting healthy lung function to ward off upper-respiratory, sinus […]

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DIY Hand Cleaner: Pure Alternatives To Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers

We are a clean society  We have breeded a culture of germ-o-phobia. After all the Swine Flu attention in the media, hand sanitizers are everywhere.   They’re in bathrooms next to traditional soap machines, on counters in day centers, on the teacher’s desks and  by the entrance of most stores.  These easy to access products are […]

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Melaleuca Ericifolia

Melaleuca Ericifolia (Melaleuca ericifolia) is from the Myrtaceae (myrtle) botanical family.  It is steam distilled from the leaves and branches. It may be helpful for immune support during Herpes simplex virus, though other Melaleuca species have been researched as more effective (see research below) and supports healthy lung function.   Farag, R. S., Shalaby, A. […]

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Naouli

Naouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia) is from the Myrtacaea (myrtle) botanical family. It is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs. May be helpful in supporting healthy circulation, urinary tract health, respiratory function and immune support. Dilute 1 part EO with 1 part carrier oil.

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Lavandin

Lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida) comes from the Lamiaceae or Labiatae (mint) family.  It is steam distilled from the flower top.  Lavandin is a hybrid plant developed by crossing true lavender with spike lavender or aspic (Lavandula latifolia).  It has been used to sterilize animal cages in veterinary clinics and hospitals throughout Europe.  It is anti-bacterial […]

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Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary has been used for Centuries Rosemary has historically been used as a symbol of fidelity and often given to guests at a wedding. In France it was used as a disinfectant and often prescribed to restore youthfulness.  In Greece, students would put sprigs of it in their hair to help with concentration during their […]

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Melaleuca alternifolia

Melaleuca alternifolia is also known as Tea Tree oil.  It is from the Myrtaceae (myrtle) botanical family. The essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves.  There is much research showing it is highly antimicrobial and antiseptic.  It is anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-parasitic and anti-inflammatory.

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