This essential oil cologne blend is uplifting, woodsy, and couldn’t be more simple to make – give it a try if you need a gift idea for the gent in your life. 🙂 You’ll need: A 1-ounce spray OR roll … Continued
Want to get your friends and family interested in making natural products? Try hosting a Make and Take Party! During your party, guests will see, smell, and maybe even taste all the herbs and oils you already know and love in a … Continued
Mouthwash is the bomb! It’s so refreshing – but since commercial mouthwashes can be irritating, I prefer to use an herbal mouthwash with no alcohol. I love using a green tea water extract / infusion as mouthwash. You can add … Continued
Joint pain is, unfortunately, a normal part of my life. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis, an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system (which is supposed to protect us from foreign substances like bacteria and viruses!) to mistakenly attack the joints. It most … Continued
Green tea has been hailed by many as one of today’s super foods, and with good reason! Studies have shown its health benefits range from improved brain function to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and decreased risk of Type … Continued
Tinctures are easy – easy to make, easy to use. (Learn how to make herbal tinctures here.) Many, many herbs tincture well – let’s take a look at some that are good to tincture and keep on hand for common ailments. Echinacea … Continued
Plantain is one of the most accessible herbs there is – it’s another medicinal that’s considered a “weed” by many! It’s so useful, though. Not only is it edible and nutritious (treat it like spinach or use older leaves to … Continued
Dandelions are starting to pop up all over my yard. I welcome the happy little yellow reminders that spring really has sprung and I can put away the snow boots. I know it’s really common to spray dandelions with roundup … Continued
Are you looking for a last-minute Mother’s Day Gift? *gasp* If you have some essential oils and basic ingredients, there are actually quite a few things you can whip together – yes, gifts that your mom will love! Head to Moments with … Continued
Arthritis, whether it is osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or gout, have the common symptoms of inflammation of one or more joints. This is accompanied by pain, swelling and sometimes joint deformity. That’s why traditionally, anti-inflammatory herbs such as black cohosh, feverfew, … Continued