Category Archives: Health
Essential Oils vs. the Dark Side of the Perfume Industry
Perfumes can be both intoxicating and seductive. Many perfumes evoke deep emotions or sweet memories. However, there is a dark side to the perfume industry to which you may not be aware. Commercial perfume manufacturers are allowed to withhold information on their ingredients to protect trade secrets. Many of the secret ingredients are potentially hazardous synthetic chemicals (mostly petrochemicals) that are known toxins and carcinogens. More than 95 percent of the chemicals in synthetic fragrances are derived from petrochemicals. These chemicals include: benzene derivatives, aldehydes, phthalates, and a slew of other known toxins that are capable of causing cancer, birth Continue Reading →
Have a Healthy Smile!
When I was researching for the Essential Oils 101 class that I teach for John A. Logan College, one of the subjects I wanted to present was about toxins in our personal hygiene products and how to find all-natural, non-toxic solutions. One of the shocking things I discovered was that there are particles of plastic added to my family’s favorite toothpaste. Yes, little balls of plastic!!! According to Crest, polyethylene plastic is in your toothpaste for decorative purposes only. That’s right, the only reason plastic is in there is because it looks cool. Personally, I think it is NOT COOL Continue Reading →
SAFE & Effective Foaming Hand Soap!!!
When I was researching for the “Non-Toxic Life & Home” segments of the “Essential Oils 101” class that I teach through John A. Logan College, I discovered the dangers of triclosan in hand soaps, toothpaste and other personal care products. It completely freaked me out!!! I immediately threw out the anti-bacterial hand soaps, toothpastes and other products in our home and replaced them with all-natural products!!! I learned that as early as 1978, the FDA proposed a rule that would have prohibited triclosan (and other toxic chemicals) from being used in hand soaps because it was NOT SHOWN TO BE Continue Reading →
How to have Calmer, Happier, Healthier New Year!!!
I’d love to help you have a calmer, happier, healthier New Year!!! Comment below, or send me an email, about what physical and emotional issues you are dealing with. I’ll help you figure out which essential oils can help!!! The Premium Starter Kit includes: Everyday Oils Collection: 10 of the most versatile essential oils, (Retail Value $163.16) Home diffuser, (Retail Value $98.68) Citrus Fresh (5 ml / Retail Value: $20.07) And more! PLUS when you purchase the Premium Starter Kit through me (Member #1934177): You can receive one of my favorite essential oil blends: Peace & Calming (5 ml / Retail Value: Continue Reading →