If you're not sure what woodsy oils to use this month, I'm going to help you by sharing them. I'm even going to give you a few ideas on how to use them! Below are the top five that are purchased most frequently:  Alligator Juniper - it's very grounding, protective and soothing (my personal favorite!). Black Spruce - when you are reeling from the heat and tension is rising, this is the perfect oil to help you relax and feel like you're in a cozy forest cabin! Ho Wood - trouble sleeping in the heat? Add a few drops of this to your diffuser or a cotton ball you tuck ..read more

We’ve all seen them. Those wonderful sounding recipes to make our skin look and feel it’s best. And when it comes to our face, we tend to take the most care in putting things on it. So, when I was recently tagged in a Facebook group to answer this question, I had a lot to say. “What’s a good preservative to use for making DIY face mask recipes?” I know, I know… preservatives sound like horrible things, but they really aren’t. Especially if we consider the dose. They are heavily tested for efficacy and safety purposes so that scientific cosmetic formulators are able to use them appropriately an ..read more

“Diisooctyl phthalate contamination was found in this oil. Because of this we can't pass this oil.” What is Diisooctyl phthalate? And what does this even mean when you see it on a lab report? What do you need to know about diisooctyl phthalate and essential oils? The bad and the good… When you see the phrase “can’t pass,” right away you know this is not a good thing when you get your report from the lab on an essential oil. Let’s face it, GCs are not cheap either. Obviously the bad is that you know you have an oil that doesn’t meet the standards. This also means that something is in the oil th ..read more

If you’re feeling like you need a little something to help you get through right now, this box is it! Find out about some of the goodies in our most recent intentional self care aromatics box during the unboxing of the Be Kind to Yourself Box!   ..read more

This week I was asked about peppermint. Specifically, why does peppermint smell different from each company? There's a lot to know, so I broke it down in this week's video for you. And if you need a quality peppermint, you might take a look at this one. Let me know if this helps you! And share your comments below ..read more

With today being Earth Day, I think it’s important for us to all take a step back from the bottle. That’s right. Before you use another drop, let’s consider this: How can I use essential oils sustainably? After all, it takes an incredibly large amount of plant material to obtain the oil that’s in your favorite bottle of essential oil. So how can I use essential oils sustainably? The biggest thing we can do is recognize that we don’t always have to reach for the essential oil(s) first when we have a therapeutic need. We can use herbs, flower essences, teas, tinctures and even hydrosols. We have ..read more

When you want to feel relaxed, comforted, or just need a little uplifting, using a diffuser can be an amazing way to do that! But what is the best essential oil diffuser on the market? With all the diffuser choices on the market, I'm helping you choose a diffuser that I know you'll get a lot out of. So, what do you need to look for in a diffuser? A few things I look for as a Registered Aromatherapist are: Be compact so it'll fit anywhere you need it to. Have different light modes to help you set the mood you want! Having an intermittent setting to run the diffuser for 20 minutes on and 20 min ..read more

With the launch of our Chakra Collection, it's time to finally answer the question "What essential oils are good for chakras?" Here you can learn about the seven different chakras, what their purpose is and what essential oils work to help in balancing them. Root Chakra: When in balance, you feel grounded, safe, secure, and content. Essential Oils for the Root Chakra: Alligator Juniper Patchouli Vetiver Virginia Cedarwood Sacral Chakra: When in balance, you feel creative, artistic, attractive and positive. Essential Oils for the Sacral Chakra: Clary Sage Sweet Orange Patchouli Rose Sandalwo ..read more

I get asked a lot about what oils I use most frequently. Truthfully, I tend to be very intentional with what oils I use, why, and how often. I bet you are, too! However these tend to be my top ten essential oils for Spring: Alligator Juniper - it's very grounding Blood orange - anytime you need a quick pick me and something to make you feel protected, this is your oil to give you all the feels. Clary Sage - this time of year tends to bring about change and this oil is incredibly helpful in navigating that and supporting the birthing process that comes from change. Grapefruit&nb ..read more

With Spring arriving soon, many of us are looking to do a little Spring cleaning. Which essential oils are best for Spring cleaning? What tips do you need to get you started? And what recipes are safe to use? Before I share which essential oils you can use, let’s look at a few tips and safety concerns.  Always wear gloves when cleaning with essential oils.  This is important because some essential oils can be quite irritating to the skin. A few examples are cinnamon, cassia, and lemongrass. Additionally, if your cleaning recipe doesn’t include a diluent, you could be getting undilute ..read more