Tag: Essential Oils

Fighting against acne often feels like a battle you’re never going to win. Just when you succeed in calming down one angry looking zit,...

Use a herbal face pack combining almond, sandalwood and rose flower powder to get rid of pimples. Another method is to mix tea tree oil and aloe vera gel to help stop the growth of bacteria. Honey can be used to reduce acne scars. Clay masks are one of the best-known treatments to tackle pimples. You could also use a warm compress on your pimple.

Boils form as a result of bacterial infections of a hair follicle or sebaceous gland. Heat application with Epsom salts is a good way to increase blood flow to the boil and get rid of it. Herbal remedies like turmeric and neem paste also work in helping boils resolve. Crushed garlic application is also an effective remedy. Many have found drinking tea with black seed oil to be useful in getting rid of boils too.

Bathroom mold is both an ugly addition to the house and extremely unhealthy. It can cause respiratory issues and make asthma worse. If humidity is the culprit, using a dehumidifier can help. Wipe down all damp surfaces in the bathroom with raw vinegar to prevent mold. Cordon off the affected area, and use bioactive compounds to treat fungi growth. Lastly, try using concentrated essential oils like thyme, cumin and caraway to treat moderate cases.

They smell good. They come in pretty looking bottles. And they’re used in spas. Yes, we’re talking about essential oils. But did you know...

Neuropathy: What Exactly Is It? Neuropathy is a painful illness that occurs when our peripheral nervous system is damaged. The peripheral nervous system connects nerves...

Going green doesn't only mean planting trees. Reducing the use of plastic and saving water and energy is also an important part of it. Use essential oils instead of lotions, and make your own natural toothpaste, detergents, and air-fresheners. This is not only chemical-free but also an inexpensive swap. These swaps are easy and reduce your cost.

Is there anything that essential oils cannot do? From soothing our nerves to being part of our beauty routine, it seems to be able to do anything and treat almost all ailments these days. Such oils include lavender, ginger, roman chamomile, clary sage, marjoram, wintergreen, and peppermint. Joining the list of benefits and treatment of what these oils can perform are muscle spasms and cramps.

Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin and causes red, itchy and scaly patches on the skin. The name ‘ringworm’ is a bit...

Taking good care of your teeth is very important as a set of beautiful, strong teeth not only helps you break down a wide variety...

Among the long line of famous essential oils you’re likely to have come across, spikenard probably went unnoticed. Spikenard essential oil might not be...

Aches and pains in different parts of your body are never welcomed. They make you irritable, slow you down, and, sometimes, affect the way you...

Sweating may be good for skin provided you take care of it. Use natural cleansers – a cup of virgin olive oil and 2 teaspoons jojoba oil – to remove dirt from your skin. Rubbing ice cubes can reduce inflammation. You can prevent acne breakouts with topical application of tea tree oil. Drinking lots of water and applying natural moisturizers can improve your skin, too.

Aromatherapy is a personalized treatment and is done through scents or fragrances. An aroma that works for you might not work for everybody else...

What can you do to stop a persistent mosquito from biting you? A repellent, of course. If you are worried about the chemical repellents in the market, give essential oils like sage, thyme, lemon eucalyptus, lavender, clove, patchouli, citronella, catnip, fennel, etc a try. They are best known to keep the mosquitoes at bay.