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I have some minor scratches on my floorboards from a kitchen stool (I have since tossed it!). It’s very hard to get photos of a floorboard close up! But you can see below some little scratches. I wanted to buff this area up. Now, let’s be realistic, you can’t actually completely fix these scratches, unless […]
My friend (who is much more knowledgeable about oils) told me to use CLOVE essential oil as a mould cleaner. She said it was a powerhouse and there was a science behind it. We all need a bit of proof and science hey?? There’s this measuring thingy called the ORAC scale. ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) is […]
On Guard Excellent for immune support, cleaning and diffusing. As one of dōTERRA’s best selling brands, On Guard can be used on surfaces throughout the home as a non-toxic cleaner. When diffused, dōTERRA On Guard provides a pure and uplifting aroma. With powerful immune-supporting properties, On Guard is well-known for its ability to protect against environmental […]
The reality is, I don’t clean my oven. Like hardly ever. I hate it! I just wipe the outside and close the door. But you know how you get the urge and suddenly you can’t look at such a disgrace any longer, so it’s time to get that crap cleaned up?? Yep, this was me […]
You know that recently I have been using essential oils. For me, it was just a given after years and years of being unwell. I really needed something else in my life . I needed to make some changes. Mostly, I am interested in the low-tox living side of things. That meant, using natural smells […]
Fractionated Coconut Oil has so many awesome uses!! Fractionated just means the way the oil is made. It has the fatty acids removed, isn’t used for cooking and is preferred by the cosmetic industry because of its colourless, odourless and absorbency properties. Perfect for sensitive skin, babies and is a natural product. Here are 10 […]
Just because we are almost at the end of the year doesn’t mean we need to throw the towel in. Don’t limp across the finish line! Create some good energy within yourself and your home today. Citrine Citrine is considered ideal for boosting self-esteem and creating positive energy in any location. It’s known as the […]
Hi there! Thanks for popping by today. I put some quick graphics together with 5 uses for Lavender essential oil. I use this oil daily! It’s always inside some sort of roller bottle, spray or part of a diffuser blend. Lavender (the Queen of oils!) – have you been uptight, had a hard time relaxing before bed, are […]
Toss out your chemicals, make your own cleaning products and save money. I’ve been doing this over the last few months. It’s been so good. Easy, cheap and just feels like the right thing to do. Plus, the smell is waaayyyy better than nasty chemicals. It’s actually been really fun. I’ve loved the little project […]
I had a go at making my own laundry powder a few weeks ago. I am not going to lie, it definitely did the job initially and I was really happy with the price! At the same time I also had doTERRA’s On Guard Laundry liquid detergent in my house. I was alternating between the […]
How fast do essential oils work? Within 22 seconds they reach your brain, in 2 minutes they’re in your bloodstream, and within 22 minutes they’re measurable in every cell in your body! So if they work that fast, how have we been travelling with the chemicals in our systems? Uh oh. I’ve thrown out a […]
Here’s a little project you can do in a couple of minutes for only a few bucks. Make a Himalayan salt diffuser with your favourite essential oil. Put these little bowls anywhere in your house. No need for a diffuser which requires power. Put them on windowsills, bathrooms, bedside tables, side tables, in an office… You […]
