Essential Oils
21 All-Natural Ways to Support Your Immune System
Easy Seasoning Salt with Essential Oils
Essential Oil Recipes for Diffusing
How to Stock Your Natural First Aid Kit for Summer
Hip Essential Oil Diffuser Jewelry: My Top Picks {with coupon codes!}
DIY Carpet Freshener with Essential Oils
Homemade Flubber with Essential Oils
12 Ways to Use Clove Oil
33 Ways to Use Lemon Oil
Must-Have Essential Oils for Travel
Essential Oils for Road Trips
Essential Oil Travel Tips
DIY Chest Rub {with essential oils}
It’s that time of year! Â I hope you won’t have the opportunity to put this recipe to use anytime soon, but if you do, you’ll be ready. This DIY Chest Rub supports respiratory health, which is especially helpful during the winter months, don’t you think?
How to Give Your House that ‘Holiday’ Smell–the Easy, Non-Toxic Way
The holiday season is fast approaching. Â Many folks love to fill their homes with “holiday scents”–cinnamon, pine, vanilla and citrus are popular aromas that evoke cozy feelings associated with Thanksgiving and Christmas. By now you’re no doubt aware that artificial fragrance is downright dangerous, having been linked to cancer, migraines, fertility issues and the like.…
Essential Oils for Back to School: Get a Good Night’s Rest with Sleepytime Oils
Sleepytime Success with Essential Oils Not too long ago, I reported my sleepytime success with Chamomile Oil. Since then, I’ve been experimenting with combinations of Chamomile, Lavender and Vetiver. Â And I’m waiting for delivery of another new oil reported to aid in sleeping: Marjoram. Currently, I really like Vetiver and Lavender at bedtime. Â I place…
Homemade “Lysol” Spray {Easy & Non-toxic, with Essential Oils}
During my days as a Coupon Queen, I used to stock up on cans of Lysol and other aerosol sprays for next to nothing. We used them mainly for the kitchen trash can and in the bathroom. But guess what? Â Now I know that most household cleaners and sprays contain dangerous chemicals. Â When you know…
Homemade Hand Sanitizer {with essential oils}
Honestly, I’ve never been a big fan of hand sanitizer. Â We rarely use it. Â For starters, it dries out my hands. Â And I was less than thrilled to learn about the ingredients in most mainstream versions.
Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Four}
Did you read the first three posts in this series on essential oil diffusers? Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part One}–features to consider Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Two}–my personal experience with two mid-range options Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Three}–all about doTerra’s official diffusers, plus one low-cost option I…
Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Three}
Did you catch the other posts in this series?  I recommend reading the first two before reading today’s post. You can do that here: Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part One}–features to consider Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Two}–my personal experience with two mid-range options Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Four}–how,…
Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Two}
Did you catch the first post in this series? Â I recommend reading it before reading today’s post. You can do that here:Â Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part One}–features to consider. Now that you know which features to consider in an essential oil diffuser, let me share the diffusers we’ve used here at the Yankee…
Easy Gardener’s Hand Scrub {great gift idea}
I love to garden. Â [Check out This Year’s Garden Experiments.] Â Wish I had more time to devote to digging in the dirt and trying to make things grow, but here’s one thing I don’t have to spend extra time on: cleaning up my grubby hands, post-gardening.
Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part One}
I’ve received quite a few questions lately about choosing a diffuser. It’s time to answer your questions!
My Favorite Natural Deodorant: What I’m Using Now (and loving)
So you’ve heard all about What’s Wrong with Regular Deodorant, and you know which Natural Deodorants I’ve Tried. Â Now it’s time to tell you What I’m Using Now (and loving), plus Two Tricks I’d Like to Try.
Easy Gift Idea: Homemade Air Freshener (and the dangers of regular air fresheners)
I live in a house with three boys and a dog.  Let’s just say there are times when I could use some air freshener.
Homemade Toothsoap
I am not a huge expert on flouride or dental health, but I do know that sulfates are not healthy.  So why would I put them in my mouth? Or even worse, in my children’s mouths? It’s such a shame that many personal care products contain sulfates, parabens and other nasty ingredients that can contribute…
