Years ago, when I found my love of hiking and the outdoors, it opened up my eyes to the plants and trees around me. But, overall while I could identify wildflowers and native trees, I knew nothing about why they might be valuable to use in other ways. Starting our homestead has led me to… Continue reading Wildcrafting Douglas Fir Essential Oil
Tag: Essential Oils
Mood Elevation Essential Oil Rollerball
While essential oils won't cure the world, they can help with one's moods, by relaxing, wakening up and helping regulate how you feel. It's hard to feel as down when the smell of fresh citrus is on you. This is an easy recipe to prepare, and will last a long time. When you are feeling… Continue reading Mood Elevation Essential Oil Rollerball
Natural Essential Oil Infused Deodorant
Every time I attempt a new natural body product made with essential oils, there is often a trial and error period. Sometimes the recipes work first time, sometimes they never work. I look at it that I am getting the family (and in many cases my customers and readers) off of chemical slurries. Many body… Continue reading Natural Essential Oil Infused Deodorant
Essential Oil Recipe Box Review
Recently I had the fun of trying out the Essential Oil Recipe Box, from Simply Earth. The monthly subscription box comes with an assortment of essential oils, recipes and supplies to produce 5 to 6 items with your box each month! April's box is about cleaning. Open the windows and let Spring in! (Well....maybe not quite… Continue reading Essential Oil Recipe Box Review
All Natural Toilet Cleaner Pods
All Natural Toilet Cleaner Pods Ingredients: 1 cup baking soda ¼ cup citric acid 2 Tablespoons unscented castile soap 15 drops orange essential oil 15 drops lemon essential oil 1 ice-cube tray (plastic or silicone) Directions: Add the baking soda and citric acid to a small mixing bowl, stir well. Add in soap and essential… Continue reading All Natural Toilet Cleaner Pods