In my search for my favorite all-natural shampoo I decided to try Burt’s Bees Baby Shampoo & Wash in Lavender scent. While it isn’t my favorite shampoo, I do like it for a body wash. Ideally, I like to use my shampoo as a body wash also, two birds,...
Essential and Infused Oils
Essential and infused oils have many unique and beneficial properties. From lavender and eucalyptus to rosewood or tea tree, oils can help us in many ways. What is the difference between essential oils and infused oils? Essential oils are extracted, either by pressing the oils from the plant, or by cold distilling. This is a very concentrated form. “A little goes a long way” is an understatement. You normally only need a few drops into a carrier oil to be effective. Infused oils are made by placing the plant, normally the leaves, in an oil for a period of time so that the plant oils infuse into the carrier oil. This is much less concentrated, but is better for daily or routine use.
When should you use one vs the other?
Essential Oils
Eucalyptus
Wounds Respiratory Mental exhaustion Vasodialator Muscle pain Dental care Skin care Diabetes Fever
Tea Tree (Melaleuca)
anti bacterial anti microbial anti septic anti viral balsamic Improves wound healing expectorant fungicide insecticide stimulant Anti toxin Dandruff / Hair loss Anti inflammatory
Holy Basil
Oral care Decongestant Fever Asthma Lung disorders Heart diseases Stress Disinfectant Germicidal Anti-oxidant Detoxifier Milk diuretic Mosquito repellant Antibiotic Antifungal Headache
Red Raspberry Seed
Absorbs UV-B and UV-C sun rays Anti-inflammatory Anti-aging (skin) – Protects against ultra violet damage High in Vitamin E (Anti-oxidant) Keeps skin moisturized by reducing epidermal water loss
Lavender
Relieve stress Improve mood Promote restful sleep Reduce inflammation Lower skin irritation Prevent infections Eliminate dandruff Soothe stomach bloating
Naouli
Analgesic Anti rheumatic Anti septic Bactericidal Balsamic Cicatrisant Decongestant Expectorant Febrifuge Insecticide Stimulant Vermifuge Vulnerary
