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I love my essential oil diffuser’s because they help put moisture into the dry Colorado air. But, I have several cute wax warmers all over the house.  So, I’m going to make my own wax melts using essential oils.

Here are a couple of ways to do it.

Simply put 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in your wax melt holder, and 8-10 drops of your favorite essential oil, or essential oil blend.

But, if you would like to make wax molds for future use, or to give as a gift, you can easily make your own at home.

You will need:

• You can use regular Paraffin Wax, Bees Wax , or Soy Wax.
• Essential Oils, any flavor/blend you choose.
• Wax Melt Clamshells, or an old ice cube tray.

Directions:

• To fill one mold (six spaces), melt ¼ pound of candle wax.
• Melt it in a double boiler. Do not melt over direct heat.
• When the wax has melted completely, stir in 20 drops essential oil and pour into the mold.
• Let the wax harden completely and carefully remove from the mold, separating the cubes to use in the warmer.

Today I just wanted to brag about this product from Rocky Mountain Oils. AVA Shield Hard Surface Cleaner. It smells amazing! I have used it on my floors and countertops, and it doesn’t leave an oily or sticky residue. It uses RMO’s Immune Strength blend which contains essential oils known for their ability to clean and purify surfaces. It’s a great way to replace common household products with a natural alternative.

Everyday stress and anxiety can lead to physical effects, including migraines and muscle tension in your neck, shoulders. Staying healthy while living with stress and anxiety requires a daily commitment.  Exercising, eating healthy, and mediation can help manage the symptoms of stress and anxiety, and a little help with essential oils can ease the aches and pains that come with it.

I like to use Sports Pro Essential Oil Blend, it has a strong, minty aroma with spicy menthol-like undertones. This oil blend combines Wintergreen, Peppermint, Nutmeg, Clove Bud, Thyme, Black Pepper, Oregano, Marjoram, and Helichrysum gymnocephalum essential oils.

• Peppermint contains menthol with anti-inflammatory properties to help reduce the inflammation and swelling in your joints.
• Marjoram is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory used to treat injuries like bruises, sprains, and muscle stiffness. This oil also works for remove anxiety and relax the body.
• Wintergreen Oil is used in commercial pain relievers as an anti-inflammatory and is well known for its ability to heal muscle and bone related problems.
• Clove Oil is good for much more than baking. Clove oil is highly regarded in the medical community for its ability to reduce and prevent inflammation, including inflammation caused by arthritis.

Sports Pro Essential Oil Blend is part of the Rocky Mountain Oils Relief collection. Dilute in a carrier oil and massage into targeted muscles after a workout. Diffuse Sports Pro during meditation to stimulate deeper breathing.

Caution: Some of the oils in Sports Pro Essential Oil Blend are hot when applied to the skin. Mix with carrier oil before applying.

Sore Muscle rub

• 3 drops Sports Pro
• 2 drops Pain Ease
• 2 tablespoons FCO

Massage into affected areas. Pay special attention to targeted areas.

Sports Pro Muscle Soak

• 20-25 drops Sports Pro
• 1 cup Epsom Salt

Mix epsom salt and essential oil drops. Add mixture to the bath.

There are many recipes out there for making your hand soap. I like to make my own, so I can modify it according to the family needs and tastes. Lemon for the kitchen, Lavender for my bathroom, and an antibacterial like Thieves Oil or Tea Tree for the boys.

What you need:

• Empty foaming soap dispenser (I recycle from Dawn and Dial)
• 2 tbsp. Castile Soap
• 1 tsp. Fractionated Coconut Oil
• 10 drops essential oil