Monday, September 7, 2015

Blackhead Banisher

EWW blackheads. .. .
No one likes those nasty black dots protruding from your pores. This was the one thing that has plagued my skin since high school, until I worked out a combo using essential oils that pretty much erases the unattractive goobers!
Many people use melalueca to dissolve their blackheads, but that just didn't work for me. =(  If you have had similar experiences and lost hope in finding something that may work, then maybe this will help you too!


BLACKHEAD BANISHER BLEND
Using a 1/8oz roller bottle add:

Before each use, simply give a nice shake and roll over your problem area(s), avoiding the eyes. At first I used this blend every other day until I noticed a significant improvement.  I now only use it about once every week or two and it keeps those little buggers at bay! You can definitely feel this blend tingling your pores. I love it but just giving a fair warning of what to expect. ;)  Here's to hoping your blackheads get banished too!

* Witch hazel is known for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.
* Rose Water is a by product of the distillation of the essential oil of roses and is used for its mild antiseptic and soothing properties.

I always share my love for Spark Naturals essential oils & other products because high quality is a top priority of theirs. (Everything needed for this blend can be found on their website.) Not all brands are created equal. If you choose to use their wonderful brand please use my coupon code: Nature at checkout to get an extra 10% off your order plus you are helping me out at the same time! win win =D Thank you!
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Friday, April 3, 2015

Spring Clean - Master Blend & Springtime Cleaning Spray

The beginning of the new life after the cold, the open windows allowing fresh air to circulate throughout the house, the birds serenading us with their sweet songs
. . .the wait for spring's beauty is finally over!

  Now comes time for the traditional task of spring cleaning. I love to give my home a thorough cleaning after the winter. Getting out all of the accumulative dust and freshening up the place feels liberating. In honor of Spring Cleaning I wanted to revamp my staple All Purpose & disinfecting Spray by creating an invigorating blend of essential oils for a "just plain clean" smell. I've been playing around with my growing collection of EOs to achieve the perfect scent and here's what I've decided on:  





 
White Fir - I LOVE the smell of fir trees! The scent is so refreshing and often one that many commercial cleaners try to imitate with artificial fragrances. Besides the great smell, White Fir essential oil also has the ability to fight germs and stimulate the mind while allowing the body to relax. Sounds like a powerhouse must for my blend!

Lemongrass - A beautiful tall grass that has a sweet lemony smell. The Essential oil is even more delightful. Some of its great properties are: antimicrobial, antibacterial, fungicidal, deodorizer, even insecticidal! And those are just the reasons I picked for cleaning. This oil has sooo many more health benefits.

Cilantro - Probably my favorite herb for cooking. So why would I chose it for cleaning? Cilantro EO is a powerful cleanser and detoxifier.

Citronella - Another popular grass with properties that are often used to repel mosquitoes. This essential oil is a great antibacterial & disinfectant.

Using essential oils in cleaning instead of artificial fragrances also gives you aromatherapy benefits such as: a greater sense of well being, relief from stress and anxiety, uplifting and energizing effects, and immune support.
 
After I picked out my oils I made a master blend in an empty EO bottle, rightfully naming it Spring Clean. ( When making blends I like to use a dropper top so that I have better control over the amount of drops. Spark Naturals carriers these in 5 packs for both their 15ml bottles found here & 5ml bottles found here. They also carry bottles with dropper tops if you don't have an empty one).

Spring Clean Master Blend
40 drops Spark Naturals White Fir
20 drops Spark Naturals Lemongrass
20 drops Spark Naturals Cilantro
20 drop Spark Naturals Citronella


So now that we have our blend all made up, lets put it to some use by making a . . .
Springtime Cleaning Spray:
1. Pour 1 cup of white distilled vinegar into a 24 ounce glass or PET bottle.
2. Add in 35+ drops of Spring Clean Master Blend (again I use a dropper top). Put the nozzle on and give it a nice shake before the next step.
3. Fill the rest of the way with distilled or purified water.
4. Give a little shake, spray surface and wipe clean


Now what can we use our Springtime Cleaning spray for you ask?
Here are just a few things I've tried out :

An all purpose spray for non-stone countertops
A window & mirror cleaner
Wiping down the fridge
Cleaning the floor
Wiping off knobs, handles,& cabinets
Cleaning outdoor patio furniture

Be mindful of quality:
I choose to use Spark Naturals EOs because they offer high quality oils at an impressive value. Not all Essential oil brands are created equally. Some may even contain additives or contaminants when labeled "natural" or "pure". Spark Naturals essential oils are not processed, diluted or manipulated in any way with solvents or other additives. I have put my trust in this company & they have not let me down. Their quality speaks for itself. I hope you decide to give them a try also! If so , please enjoy 10% off your ENTIRE order with coupon code: Nature.
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