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Safety Guidelines

Wellness is the counterpart of health - mind, body, and spirit. We have a unique collection of products ranging from oil diffusers, candles, tea, and much more. Our essential oils are especially great for purifying the air and, if used topically, relaxing your mind and body. Self-care is essential - indulge yourself!

Methods of Use

The Methods of Use are general guidelines. Individual sensitivities, desired results, and the characteristics of the essential oil(s) used must all be considered. Adjust methods and proportions accordingly.

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After Shower

After showering, while your skin is still wet, put 1-3 drops of essential oil in the palm of one of your hands and rub your hands together. Quickly and evenly spread the essential oil over your legs, arms, and torso. Avoid sensitive skin areas. For maximum skin hydration and to seal in moisture, apply cream, lotion, or body oil

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BATH

Mix 4-8 drops of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil, such as fractionated coconut oil. (You can also add the essential oil to 1/2 cup of whole milk or heavy cream.) Set aside. If you have muscle aches, add 1-2 cups Epsom or dead sea salts. Fill the tub with warm water and immerse yourself. Add the essential oil mixture and swirl the water around you. Massage your skin and

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Bath, Foot

Mix 1-3 drops of this blend of essential oils in 1/2 teaspoon of carrier oil, such as fractionated coconut oil. Set aside. Fill a tub (deep enough to cover your feet and ankles) with warm water. Add the essential oil mixture, stir well, and immerse your feet for 10-15 minutes. Breathe in the

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Body Lotion

Add 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of fragrance-free, natural moisturizing lotion. Apply to your skin, especially after a shower or bath.

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Body Oil

Mix 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of a carrier, such as fractionated coconut oil or sweet almond oil. Apply to your skin, especially after a shower or bath.

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Chest Rub

Mix 5-15 drops of essential oil in 1 tablespoon of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion, apply to your upper chest

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Cloth Toy

Put 1-2 drops of essential oil on a favorite cloth toy.

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Compress

Fill a basin with water. (Warm water relaxes and increases circulation. Cool water invigorates and relieves inflammation.) Add 3-5 drops of essential oil and briskly stir. Lay in a washcloth, wring and apply to the area in need for approximately 1-5 minutes. Dip, wring and

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Diffusion

Follow the diffuser manufacturer’s instructions to fill the air with a therapeutic aroma.

Easy alternatives when you don’t have a diffuser: Place 2-4 drops of essential oil blend on several cotton balls or tissues; place nearby or tuck into the grate of fan or air vent in your home or car.

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Inhalation

Put 1-3 drops of essential oil on a tissue and inhale the aroma through your nose. Pause and inhale again. Avoid touching your nose with the tissue.

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Inhalation, hot water

Add 1-2 drops of essential oil in a small bowl of hot water. Keeping your eyes tightly closed, lean over the bowl and breathe in deeply yet gently, pause, then exhale. Continue for 30 seconds. Inhale through your nose for respiratory or sinus conditions and through your mouth for throat issues or coughs. Repeat as desired.

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Massage

Mix 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion.

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Room Mist

Mix 30-60 drops of essential oil blend in 4 ounces of water in a mister bottle. Shake well before each use and avoid getting the mist into the eyes.

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Spot Application

Mix 1-4 drops of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil or aloe vera and apply to the area in need.