Ready to try a new approach to calming allergy symptoms? Essential oils may be just the thing. “The great thing about essential oils is that all of them are anti-viral and anti-microbial, so they naturally boost immunity,” says Jessica Smith, lead practitioner at our Carlsbad store. “Because people with allergies […]
Aromatherapy
DIY: Aromatherapy Facial Mists
These recipes yield the perfect amount for our Fill & Fly Spray Top Bottles—just combine the essential oils below with 2 oz water and shake. Mist face and neck (avoiding eyes) to enjoy the aromatherapeutic benefits…then stash in your purse or overnight bag for anytime refreshment! Recipes courtesy Aura […]
5 Must-Have Essential Oils for Mind and Body
We know certain scents can trigger an emotional response, but did you know that smelling or applying pure essential oils can actually cause physical changes? Here are five dual-purpose essential oils that can help manage our moods and mend our body. Lavender to de-stress and relax muscles If you feel […]
Repelling Bugs with Essential Oils
Love the smell of lavender, basil and peppermint? Good news: bugs don’t! That’s why making your own essential oil-based bug repellents is easy, economical and a safe alternative to using synthetic chemicals. Here are the top bug offenders and the essential oils that work to combat them. Mosquitoes – Basil, […]
Make Your Own Aromatherapy
Essential oils have a variety of uses in relaxation, pain relief, mood elevation…Here are a few recipes to help you get started creating your own essential oil-infused health and beauty care. Relaxing Before-Bed Bath 2 drops Ylang Ylang 5 drops Lavender 2 tsp Carrier Oil (Grapeseed, Almond or Jojoba) Combine […]
Meditation: Bringing Mindfulness to Your Life
It’s been an essential part of religion and spiritualism for centuries, but only recently has meditation become mainstream (doctor recommended, even!). Celebrities, business executives and school children are now setting aside 20 minutes a day to simply practice stillness. Why? Fans of meditation swear it lets you focus your thoughts, make […]
Natural Perfumes: A Chemical-Free Fragrance Guide
Perfumes often have such sweet, uplifting names…Happy, Heavenly, even Curious. That’s why it may come as a surprise that most mass-marketed fragrances are formulated with toxic chemicals—ingredients that give these fragrances staying power or mimic a natural scent. But these ingredients are also linked to a host of health troubles, […]
Aromatherapy 101: Essential Oils for Better Moods, Better Health
Why is it that certain smells can evoke strong emotions? It turns out our sense of smell is one of the most basic, primal senses. Aromatherapy uses pure, highly concentrated scents from plants in essential oils to effect changes in our emotions and body. Dr. Becky Phillips, a chiropractor and […]
Essential Oil of the Month: Clove
It’s that time of year, when rich scents like clove, frankincense and ginger show up in everything from your coffee drinks to sweet holiday candles. But these scents aren’t just about evoking warm memories—they also have powerful aromatherapeutic properties. Here are a few things you probably didn’t know about clove, […]
Muscle Aches? Try Essential Oils for Pain
Aches and pains got you down? If you’ve already run the gamut of prescription and over-the-counter medications, you may want try essential oils for pain and muscle aches. Essential oils, extracted from plants, flowers and trees, have powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic (i.e. pain-relieving) properties. Essential oils also act as a […]