The wild oregano plant grows naturally in the Mediterranean. It’s a member of the mint family. It’s best known as “Nature’s Antibiotic.” Sarah of HealthyPlanet shares in this post: “(Oil of Oregano) can kill bacteria, fungus, yeast, parasites and viruses, and is quickly becoming a popular alternative to common antibiotics, without the unwanted side […]
How to Make Fizzy Orange Vanilla Bath Bombs
Fizzy, scented bath bombs turn any hot bath into a spa treatment. They’re simply wonderful. These bath bombs add the scent of sweet orange and vanilla to your bath, which is both soothing and relaxing. In addition to sweet orange essential oil and vanilla essential oil, Lisa’s recipe uses water, sweet almond oil and other […]
20 Antibacterial and Antiviral Herbs and How to Use Them
I’m excited to feature this article by Nina of Sustainable Baby Steps because it’s an excellent summary of 20 different antibacterial and antiviral herbs. This is a post you’ll want to keep so you can refer back to it in the future. Nina shares the following information for each herb: How the herb is used […]
DIY Homemade Dry Shampoo
This is an original recipe for homemade dry shampoo by Shana at the ModCloth Blog . It includes 4 ingredients that you mix together and apply to your hair. Shana has an additional tip for a fifth ingredient for dark-haired people. Simple, easy-peasy recipe. Click on the DIY Homemade Dry Shampoo link below to see the complete […]
Quick and Easy Homemade Cellulite Cream Recipe
This is Vanessa’s recipe for what she describes as a “seriously potent homemade cellulite cream.” It contains ingredients that moisturize and stimulate the skin to work on the fat deposits and toxins that make up cellulite. The recipe uses beeswax, four different essential oils, and other ingredients. Vanessa explains how each essential oil helps to eliminate […]
Homemade Anti-Itch Spray with Menthol & Aloe
If you garden, hike, bike, swim at the pool or beach, walk, run, or participate in other summer activities, you know it’s easy to get itchy skin. Mosquitoes are a major culprit, as are some other flying bugs. Then there’s sunburn, rashes, scratches and more. One way or the other, you’ll get itchy skin this summer. […]
How to Make Homemade Citrus Cleaner
Did you ever wonder what makes citrus cleaners work so well? Citrus fruits contain a natural solvent that chemically reacts with oil to break it down. Check out this very simple and natural recipe for a homemade citrus cleaner. Two Tips: If you use water which is an optional ingredient, make sure you use distilled […]
Homemade Cold and Flu Master Tonic Recipe
At the first sign of a cold or flu, Kate of Real Food RN makes a batch of this Master Tonic. This is a real power remedy that packs a potent punch. Ginger root, garlic, jalapeno peppers, horseradish root, and more. Kate includes some great photographs and walks you through each step of preparing the […]
How To Make Your Own “Flu Shot” in a Bottle Using Essential Oils
Don’t forget to Like Herbs and Oils Hub on Facebook so you’ll get notified every time we find a great new post about Herbs, Essential Oils, DIY Projects, Spices, Natural Remedies and Natural Living. This is an essential oil alternative to traditional flu shots. You use this remedy when you feel flu symptoms coming on. […]
12 Every Day Health Uses for Tea Tree Essential Oil
Nina of DIY Natural first explains the best ways to apply tea tree oil topically. There are different methods for adults and children. She also includes usage precautions. Then she shares 12 different, every day health uses for tea tree essential oil.Note: Tea tree oil should never be swallowed. It can be toxic when […]
How to Make DIY Winter Candles
Anna-Rosa of My Lifebox Blog wanted to decorate and prepare her home for winter. She was thinking about fireplaces and wool and warmth. The result is this neat project for DIY Winter candles. It’s a creation of golden containers, candle wax, gray wool and more. It’s like a mini fireplace! Click on the How […]
How to Make an Anti-Aging Calendula-Rosehip Facial Serum
Rosehip Seed Oil is a carrier oil that has amazing skin-healing properties. It’s often used in anti-aging remedies. It works well on wrinkles, scars, and dry skin. Shannon uses Calendula which is often used in healing ointments for the skin. This recipe by Shannon also uses another oil that targets dry, wrinkled, and mature skin. So […]