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February 8, 2016
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Rose

Rose essential oil is steam distilled from the flowers of Rosa damascena, or the Bulgarian rose. Historically, rose was known for its healing properties and has been utilized in medicine throughout the ages. Some of the oldest uses of rose … Continue reading

January 19, 2016
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Essential Oil Lingo

Are you new to essential oils and unfamiliar with the lingo? Even if you aren’t an essential oil newbie, this post might be a good refresher for you or help you be able to explain this stuff to others. Essential … Continue reading

January 14, 2016
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Homemade Body Balm

It is always good to have a balm on hand in your home to soothe your skin. This balm uses essential oils that are known to support the skin and aid in its recovery. Lavender, melaleuca, and frankincense all have … Continue reading

January 9, 2016
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Eucalyptus Globulus

Eucalyptus globulus essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of myrtle shrubs and trees and is known for its fresh, woody scent. Historically, eucalyptus leaves were used to bind up serious wounds and were known to prevent infection and promote … Continue reading

December 10, 2015
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Cinnamon Bark

Cinnamon bark essential oil is steam distilled from the bark of Cinnamomum verum and is known for its spicy, warm, and sweet scent. Cinnamon is an ancient spice that was used in just about every prescription issued in ancient China. It … Continue reading

May 21, 2015
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Ylang Ylang Essential Oil Spotlight

Ylang ylang essential oil is steam distilled from the flowers of Cananga odorata. Ylang ylang is known for its sweet, flowery, romantic fragrance. Interestingly enough, however, the original flower had no fragrance. The fragrance ylang ylang is known for today … Continue reading

January 23, 2015
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The Reference Guide for Essential Oils App Is Now Available!

We are thrilled to introduce our new Reference Guide App! This app combines information from the authoritative Reference Guide for Essential Oils, written by Connie and Alan Higley, with convenient search and note-taking features. Use the app anytime, anywhere to … Continue reading

December 16, 2014
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Essential Oil Spotlight: Orange

Orange essential oil is derived by cold pressing the rind until the oil is released. According to Roberta Wilson, “From early times, oranges have been associated with generosity and gratitude. Once called ‘golden apples,’ oranges symbolized innocence and fertility.” Historically, … Continue reading

November 7, 2014
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From the Reference Guide: Pure, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils

Have you ever wondered why essential oils vary so much in price or what the difference is between the many brands of oils? Perhaps you have heard the phrase, “pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils” but don’t know what it really means. … Continue reading

October 16, 2014
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From the Reference Guide: Optimum Body pH

The optimum pH for our blood and body tissues is about 7.2. (The use of saliva and urine test strips will show a much lower pH level due to the protein present in the solution. Saliva and urine tests from … Continue reading