Essential oil roll ons are the best: You can customize them to your needs/wants They are already diluted and ready to use They are more convenient to carry around than actual bottles of essential oils They also help you stretch … Continued
Having a baby is an amazing experience, but the postpartum stage can be messy in every sense of the word – including emotionally. Researchers estimate that as many as 50 percent of new mothers suffer from some form of ‘baby … Continued
Herbal balms are a must-have for anyone’s skincare arsenal. They can be used to protect + heal wounds, condition split ends, heal chapped lips, and soothe dry skin, depending on how they are applied. Luckily for DIY-lovers, it’s very easy … Continued
Stress is usually looked at as a negative thing, but a small amount of stress is actually good for us because it encourages resilience and emotional growth. Life isn’t always easy, and we can learn so much from handling difficult situations. Too much … Continued
Herbal medicine is undergoing a dramatic resurgence as the health consciousness movement grows, as both a viable alternative to Western medicine and in response to increasing drug prices in the United States. With the US listed as the most anxious … Continued
One of my favorite ways to learn more about herbalism is by exploring my own region. Identifying and learning to use plants this way makes me feel like I’m building an actual relationship with nature. Face-to-face interactions rather than online … Continued
I love blending essential oils to diffuse in my home based on whatever effect would be helpful that day… or just what sounds good at the time! Lately, for obvious reasons, I’ve been gravitating toward holiday scents – cinnamon, peppermint, … Continued
After years of informally studying herbs, I’ve started to take my education further over the past year. I’ve been learning to identify a ton of plants, as well as training with the Herbal Academy of New England. One thing that … Continued
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