Essential oils are concentrated extracts of various plants. Practitioners use them in natural and alternative health practices, such as aromatherapy and naturopathy. Many plants contain some ...

Essential oils are concentrated oils that are derived from plants. Several types of oils are produced from citrus species, including oranges, lemon, and grapefruit. Orange essential oil is extracted ...

Essential oil enthusiasts can learn how to make DIY aromatherapy sprays with oils like tea tree or peppermint, thanks to a newly updated guide from Jennifer Lane at Loving Essential Oils.

Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) is a product that comes from the lemon eucalyptus tree. OLE is actually different from lemon eucalyptus essential oil. Read on as we discuss this difference, the uses and ...

Essential oils smell great, reduce stress, treat fungal infections, and help you sleep. They are concentrated extractions from plants. A process called distillation turns the “essence” of a plant into ...

Essential oils are everywhere. These potent, fragrant plant extracts have made their way into lotions, household cleaners, massage treatments, and even integrative complementary therapy to help manage ...

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People can extract essential oils from the flowers, leaves, roots, fruits, and other components of plants. Many essential oils, including Roman chamomile and eucalyptus, seem to offer benefits for ...

When it comes to clean beauty, “natural” isn’t always best. Here’s what’s safe and beneficial, and what’s best to avoid. By Jessica Schiffer When Kristen Fanarakis emerged from a facial at an ...

At first thought, diffusing essential oils seems totally safe. How harmful can it be to enjoy scents like lavender, lemon and eucalyptus? The rise of brands such as Doterra and Young Living, beautiful ...