What’s in Your Essential Oils? Let's Compare 3 Thymes
Knowing what's in your essential oils is key for safe & effective use. Discover how to find out what's in your oils &…
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Articles to inform aromatherapists and expand the safe and effective use of essential oils.
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Superhero Recipes! Benchmark Thyme Oil for Infections
Protect your health with the benefits of Benchmark Thyme essential oil: Superhero recipes to fight superbugs, soothe…
Fighting Superbugs with Benchmark Thyme Essential Oil
Learn why MDs are interested in the benefits of Benchmark Thyme essential oil for antibiotic-resistant bacteria,…
Lime Thyme: A Sun-Safe Citrus Blend for Kids’ First Aid
Kids love citrus essential oils! Learn to make a sun-safe recipe for scraped knees. This first-aid blend calms pain,…
From Anxious to Calm: Lime Essential Oil Benefits for Mood
Learn why Lime essential oil is treasured for its emotional benefits: from calming anxiety & depression, to giving you…
Comparing 3 Species of Lime Oil (& 1 tip for safe use)
Learn how 3 popular species of Lime essential oil compare and contrast, and 1 often-overlooked key to using them safely…
Coconut Oil: A Skincare Classic with Researched Benefits
Discover how coconut oil benefits your skin: infusing moisture, reducing microbes & fungi, and soothing inflammation.…
The Coconut Oil Conundrum: Unrefined or Fractionated?
Understanding the Best Uses for Unrefined, Cold-Pressed Coconut Oil and Fractionated Coconut Oil in Your Skincare…
"Asleep in a Sunbeam" Body Butter Recipe
Soothe your skin and spirit with a homemade body butter recipe! It’s made with skin-nourishing carriers and essential…
3 DIY Body Scrub Recipes for Summer Exfoliation
Get glowing, healthy summer skin with DIY body scrubs! Learn to blend salt & natural carrier oils to exfoliate dead…
3 Hydrosol Facial Mists for Healthy Summer Skin
Refresh your summer skincare with hydrosols! Find out how to use these natural mists to nourish your skin before,…
Part 2: 8 Essential Oils to Make Your Own Natural Cleaners
Discover 8 antimicrobial essential oils you can use to make a complete collection of natural cleaning products for your…