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I recently discovered Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil. This oil is also commonly known as May Chang and Mountain Pepper. Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil has a medium-strength lemony, fresh aroma presenting a top fragrance note.

The fruity Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil is part of the Rocky Mountain Oils Mood, Skin Care, and Sleep collections. Use in daily skin and hair care regimens, particularly for those with oily complexions. Litsea Cubeba’s antibacterial and antiviral properties make it effective against common infections like cold and cough. Diffuse a few drops into a vaporizer to keep any respiratory problems at bay. Litsea Cubeba is also very useful in treating infectious skin conditions such as Athletes Foot because of its pronounced antifungal action. Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil also works to support emotions through the natural grief process. The essential oil may reduce fatigue during the day and promote restful sleep in the evening. Add Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil to DIY cleaning products for a bright burst of scent.

Lavender has become very popular and you will find it in lotions, soaps, shampoos, and even bedding! It has been called “the universal balm” by aromatherapist due to its use for anxiety, promoting peaceful sleep, and antibacterial and antifungal properties. Sometimes, Lavender is not the best choice of essential oil, you may be allergic to it, or just tired of it.

The following essential oils are great alternatives.

Neroli: It is very expensive, which is why it is usually sold diluted. It is still very effective this way. The orange blossom scent is great for all skin types. It works as a natural deodorant and can be used on dehydrated or sensitive skin. Diffuse Neroli to help calm the mind and spirit while bringing inner strength and peace.

Geranium: This is especially good for use with kids, because it seldom irritates, is light and pleasant, and very calming. It has many of the same properties as Lavender, so it is good to alternate with lavender for consistent results. The oil is gentle enough for daily skin care use. Geranium oil also offers emotional comfort.  Citrusy oils blend well with Geranium Essential Oil.

Bergamont: This is good medicine for a busy brain. It is also a light, uplifting citrus fragrance. Bergamot and Geranium smell wonderful combined. Be careful of sun exposure immediately after using it on your skin, as Bergamot is phototoxic.

Ylang Ylang: This oil, often used in perfumes, should be used sparingly as a little goes a long way. Diffuse the oil alone or in a blend to help bring harmony to your life, along with feelings of peace. The balancing oil complements meditation and also can be used in daily skin care products, including soaps and detergents.
Aromatherapy oils are not meant to be used undiluted on the skin. If you are going to use it on your body, try it in a carrier such as almond or jojoba oil, and test it before using it extensively.

When all the fall scents were coming out last year at Bath and Body Works, a friend of mine and I found some wonderful candles that had a very masculine scent to them. They were so different that the usual vanilla and fruity candles. Loved them!

So, I was delighted when I found this essential oil blend from Rocky Mountain Oils, Fortify.  Fortify Essential Oil Blend has a strong, masculine, earthy, herbal scent. Frankincense, Juniper Berry, Nutmeg, Holy Basil, Ravintsara, Rosemary, Oregano, Ginger Root, Blue Tansy, Black Cumin, Clove Bud, and Hyssop in a base of 66% Fractionated Coconut Oil.

Fortify Essential Oil Blend is part of the Rocky Mountain Oils Wellness Collection. Diffuse the masculine aroma to help purify the air in your home or office. Massage Fortify oil into the chest to help inspire deep breathing or add it to DIY cleaning products. Fortify Essential Oil Blend may revive exhausted emotions, giving you a boost of energy and motivation while clearing away mental cobwebs.

How to clean your Essential Oil Diffuser

Hard water, minerals, lime, and even heavier oils can damage or leave past odors in your essential oil diffuser. To keep your diffuser running longer, and remove past essential oil residue, it’s important to clean it on a regular basis. Here are several easy ways.

Klenzor Diffuser Cleaning Tablets

• With one deep cleaning tablet, say goodbye to old stains, residue from essential oils and mineral buildup that can keep your diffuser from working properly. Eliminate and neutralize the aroma from lingering past essential oils. Simply fill your diffuser with water, add 1 Klenzor tablet and run for a minimum of two hours. Brush, empty, rinse and enjoy.

OR

• Fill the water reservoir of your diffuser up to about half way with cold clean tap water, stopping well before the maximum fill line as you will only be running the diffuser for a brief amount of time.
• Add up to 10 drops of white vinegar to the reservoir
• Run for 5 minutes, his will be enough time for the water and vinegar to move throughout the diffuser and clean it.
• Drain the diffuser. After turning off and unplugging the diffuser, pour out the remaining water, wipe down, then rinse and dry.

DIY Essential Oils for Allergies

What you need:

• 4 drops Lavender Oil
• 3 drops Peppermint Oil
• 4 drops Lemon Oil

Combine all the oils together and use the blend in the following ways:

Roller bottle recipe – Triple the measurements above and add the essential oils to a roller bottle. Top up with a carrier oil of choice such as fractionated coconut oil  or almond oil. Roll on the forehead, back of neck and shoulders.

Diffuser blend – Reduce the drops of all the oils by two and add it to your diffuser.  Diffuse for about 15 minutes to purify the air, combat allergens and clear congested airways.