Essential Oils and Virgin Plant Oils can be used for a myriad of health and wellness goals. In this blog, we'll take you through the day with tips & tricks to help you feel your best - naturally!

Morning Self-Care

Starting your morning out with a few minutes of self-care can dramatically change your mind-set for the entire day! Studies show that a morning routine can lower feelings of frustration and stress - especially if the routine includes nurturing, intentional rituals.

Add a drop of tea tree essential oil or Gumm Dropps Wellness Blend to your toothpaste to promote fresh breath and oral health.

Create a simple mouthwash by combining 1/4 C distilled water, 1 drop Gumm Dropps Wellness Blend and a shake or two of sea salt.

Don't forget to moisturize! After cleansing your face or showering, mist your skin generously with a hydrosol of your choice. Follow it up with a nourishing Virgin Plant Oil to seal in moisture and soften your skin. 

Reduce puffiness & encourage circulation. Our Virgin Plant Oils are great for gua sha and stimulating massage. 

Mid-Day Digestive Support

Whether you're at home or at the office, the afternoon can bring on a "mid-day slump." This can be directly affected by digestion - if you generally feel sleepy after eating, try these simple tips to improve digestion and energy.

Go for a short walk. Just ten minutes helps avert a blood sugar crash while improving blood flow to the intestines and encouraging proper digestion of your meal.

Promote digestion with essential oils. Our Peppermint Mini-Caps are the perfect meal follow up; naturally high in menthol, peppermint both stimulates bile (an essential digestive fluid in your gut) and helps relax muscles and organs in your abdomen.

Afternoon Movement

It can't be stressed enough: exercising is essential for you health. At home, at the gym, out in nature... the options are endless for a form of movement that works for you! And, of course, essential oils can help. Here are a couple ways to boost energy and promote recovery naturally:

If you've overdone your workouts and are dealing with cramps or muscle discomfort, try using one of our Aromalgesic topical relief products. Made with ingredients like Wintergreen Essential Oil and Arnica Virgin Plant Oil, each formula provides fast-acting topical relief while promoting release of stiffness and tension. 

Use an uplifting, invigorating essential oil. Bright citrus essential oils like Grapefruit and fresh, coniferous oils like Scotch Pine & Black Spruce help to wake up the mind and energize the body. A quick palm inhalation is all you need! 

Unwind in the Evening

After eating, it's almost time to go to sleep and there's nothing like establishing little evening rituals for a peaceful sleep ... Obviously, as you probably know, screens are not recommended one hour before bedtime, so why not enjoy a bath, a book or an hour of meditation? 

Diffuse relaxing essential oils. Our Cera Linio & Cera Barocco diffusers come with a "breathing" light option that mimics the rhythm of your breath. Try blends like Down Time or Meditation to help you prepare for rest.  

For relaxing bath salts, combine 1/2 Cup Epsom Salts with 20 drops Lavender Essential Oil & 1 T Jojoba, Argan or Virgin Plant Oil of your choice. Calming for your mind and moisturizing for your skin, this simple recipe is pure luxury at the end of a busy day.

Rest & Restore at Night

When it's time to sleep, essential oils can help create a calming environment. 

Linen & Room Spray - Combine 10 drops Lavender Oil, 5 drops Neroli Oil & 2 drops Roman Chamomile with 1oz distilled water and 1oz organic vodka in a spray bottle. Shake well, and spritz around your bedroom, on to your pillow, sheets, etc...

Use our Sleep Aid Wellness Blend. Formulated with Spikenard, Lavender & Roman Chamomile Oils, Sleep Aid can be diffused, applied topically with a carrier oil, or used with palm inhalation. 

From AM to PM, there are so many ways to use essential oils to enhance your health and wellbeing. The fun is discovering which rituals and oils benefit you most. Small, daily habits make a big difference in the long run. It's your health, naturally!