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Essential oils are the natural substance extracted from plants. It is the concentrated liquid containing the volatile aroma compounds of the plant. Many oils are steam distilled, while others are considered resins. Essential oils are used in aromatherapy and natural skin care products. Essential oils are not fragrance oils. Fragrance oils are chemicals derived in a laboratory … [Read more...]
Healing Naturally Using Lemon Balm Both lemon balm oil, and lemon balm essential oil contain lemon balm,but that is where the similarities end. Each product is very different from the other. When shopping, you will want to be sure that you are buying the right product for the right need. Lemon Balm is also known as Melissa from it's Latin name Melissa … [Read more...]
Essential oils are a natural substance taken from plants. An essential oil is the concentrated liquid containing the volatile aroma compounds of the plant. Most oils are steam distilled from the flower, leaf, roots, or stem. Some are cold pressed, such as lemon, orange and other citrus. Other essential oils are CO2 extracted. Essential oils are used in aromatherapy and natural … [Read more...]
When using essential oils on babies, or young children, special care must be taken. Essential oils are natural, but not all are meant for use on children. A general rule for using essential oils with babies, toddlers and children are to avoid all Potentially Toxic and Irritant Oils completely. This will ensure your childs safety. Guidelines for Essential Oil Use The … [Read more...]
I have been researching natural bug repellents. I want to formulate a natural bug repellent that is truly safe for all ages...including babies. I want to improve on our Bugs B Gone recipe, so that it will be "safe for kids". Many companies out there are using a combination of herbs and essential oils. While herbs and essential oils can be used for natural bug repellent, … [Read more...]
