tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22415721866395266662025-03-24T16:34:34.264-07:00Natural homespun recipes for your household. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-86083356461004284362015-04-07T11:29:00.002-07:002015-04-07T11:30:10.419-07:00<ul> <li>1&nbsp;¾ cups boiling water</li> <li>1 Tbsp borax</li> <li>1 Tbsp grated bar soap (use castile bar soap,&nbsp;Ivory, or whichever natural bar you prefer)</li> <li>15-20 drops essential oils</li> </ul> <b>Directions:</b><br /> <ol> <li>Heat water to boiling.</li> <li>Combine borax and grated bar soap in a medium bowl. Pour hot water over the mixture. Whisk until the grated soap is completely melted.</li> <li>Allow mixture to cool on the countertop for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally. Dish soap will gel upon standing.</li> <li>Transfer to a squirt bottle, and add essential oils. Shake well to combine.</li> </ol> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-13382583764884328582014-08-27T06:46:00.001-07:002014-08-27T07:02:34.437-07:001 ounce coconut oil<br /> 6 drops lavender oil<br /> 5 drops tea tree oil<br /> 1 drop geranium oil<br /> <br /> apply half carrier oil and oregano to spot treat<br /> or tea tree oil&nbsp; Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-62441922097808112212014-01-16T12:41:00.001-08:002014-01-16T12:41:02.676-08:00<h4 style="text-align: justify;"> </h4> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Depending on the specific essential oil and the situation, a total of 5-18 drops of essential oil can be added into 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier oil. These amounts vary based on the person for whom you are making the blend (see dilution percentages below) and on the strength of the specific essential oil you are using. </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: justify;"> <b>1% dilution&nbsp;</b>= 5-6 drops of essential oil to each ounce of carrier oil or cream. This dilution is used for children, elders, chronically ill persons, and pregnant women.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"> <b>2% dilution&nbsp;</b>= 10-12 drops of essential oils to each ounce of carrier oil or cream. This dilution is used for massage oils for the average adult.</li> <li style="text-align: justify;"> <b>3% dilution</b>= 15-18 drops of essential oil to each ounce of carrier oil or cream. This dilution is used for specific illnesses or for acute injury.</li> </ul> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-85164698619938253712013-11-29T15:55:00.002-08:002014-01-16T12:49:00.281-08:00After using this, my mouth feels tingly fresh for hours afterwards. No joke. I am hooked! You can add baking soda to this mix but I chose not to. As with any toothpaste, rinse and spit. Do not swallow. <br /> <br /> 1 cup coconut oil<br /> 20 drops peppermint essential oil<br /> 15 drops cinnamon essential oil<br /> 15 drops spearmint essential oil<br /> 15 drops clove essential oil<br /> 15 drops myrrh essential oil&nbsp; Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-9517286792495493902013-07-06T15:56:00.000-07:002013-07-06T15:57:22.448-07:00<div class="recipe"> Clean all kitchen and bathroom surfaces<br /> <b>Ingredients</b><br /> 20 drop of Lemon<br /> 20 drop of White Pine<br /> <b>Directions</b><br /> Blend essential oils in a 16 oz spray bottle filled with 14 oz of water and 2 oz of white vinegar.<br /> <b> </b>Spray freely and wipe with towel or sponge</div> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-21999571562977501842013-05-29T05:29:00.000-07:002013-05-29T06:00:07.380-07:00<span class="userContent">Carpal Tunnel Syndrome,<br /> <br /> Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, often resulting in physical, emotional and financial stress, is not something that should ever be taken lightly! Restriction of work hours, loss of income, loss of movement, copious amounts o<span class="text_exposed_show">f pain are some of the things that people all around the world are experiencing today due to this debilitating condition.<br /> <br /> On top of this, the synthetic drugs that are prescribed will often cause side effects on the bodies organs resulting in further prescribed medication! Fortunately there is a blend of Essential Oils that can be extremely effective!<br /> <br /> Essential Oils to use<br /> <br /> Cypress, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Lemongrass &amp; Marjoram<br /> <br /> Combine Oils above into a blend and apply 1 or 2 drops to the wrist area 2 to 3 times daily where the irritation is coming from.</span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-86031965961479646472013-01-27T08:42:00.001-08:002013-01-27T08:42:48.379-08:00<h4> Body Wrap to Improve Circulation</h4> <ul> <li>2 drops Cedarwood</li> <li>2 drops Lavender</li> <li>2 drops Grapefruit</li> <li>2 cups hot water</li> </ul> Steep oils in hot water, then soak a towel in the water. Wrap towel around area you wish to treat.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-34754936211390407402008-02-21T13:01:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:15:25.615-07:00<b>Carpet Clean</b><br /> 3 cups baking soda<br /> Orange 30 drops<br /> Cinnamon 30 drops<br /> Lavender 40 drops<br /> let sit 24 hours before use,<br /> let sit on carpet 15 min before vaccumingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-80763687623595903162008-02-21T12:54:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:16:11.693-07:00Sunburn bath<br /> Peppermint 6 drops<br /> Lavender 4 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-71850005792419968812008-02-21T12:34:00.001-08:002012-08-28T07:16:51.045-07:00powder deodorant<br /> 1/2 cup baking soda<br /> 1/2 cup cornstarch<br /> few drops lavender<br /> <br /> liquid deodorant<br /> 1/4 cup each witch hazel, aloe vera gel, and water<br /> 1 tsp veg. glycerin<br /> few drops of lavender<br /> <br /> Herbal stick deodorant<br /> 1 1/2 tbsp beeswax<br /> 1/2 tbsp cocoabutter<br /> 1 tbs coconut oil<br /> 15 drops white thyme<br /> 15 drops rosemary<br /> 25 drops lavender<br /> 3 drops castor oil<br /> -melt beeswax in glass jar standing in hot water, add cocoa butter<br /> when melted add oils, mix then pour into empty deodorant stickUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-53269291980544487552008-02-21T12:21:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:17:35.938-07:00-Peppermint on cotton ballsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-59539178862189003392008-02-17T10:43:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:18:01.680-07:00<b>Eczema Relief</b><br /> Bergamot 3 drops<br /> Geranium 3 drops<br /> Juniper 6 drops<br /> Lavender 3 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-19690621012221714492008-02-17T10:40:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:19:11.892-07:00<b>Hemorrhoids Bath</b><br /> Cypress 5 drops<br /> Juniper 3 drops<br /> Frankincense 3 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-17527297709766220842008-02-17T10:39:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:19:29.134-07:00<b>Cystitis Bath</b><br /> Lavender 3 drops<br /> Sandlewood 3 drops<br /> Cedarwood 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>UTI bath</b><br /> Eucalyptus 10 drops<br /> Sandalwood 10 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-24467676361763653762008-02-17T10:36:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:19:43.770-07:00<b>Inflammation compress</b><br /> Clary Sage 3 drops<br /> Geranium 2 drops<br /> 4 oz ice water<br /> dip fabric and wring outUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-80817508883347888332008-02-17T09:23:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:20:01.813-07:00<b>Hangover 2</b><br /> Lavender 5 drops<br /> Juniper 3 drops<br /> <br /> Hangover bath<br /> Juniper berry 24 drops<br /> Grapefruit 28 drops<br /> Lavender 8 drops<br /> Carrier oil 4 oz<br /> <br /> Hangover<br /> Juniper<br /> Cedarwood<br /> Grapefruit<br /> Lavender<br /> Carrot<br /> Fennel<br /> Rosemary<br /> LemonUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-30336587437875509772008-02-17T09:21:00.001-08:002012-08-28T07:20:12.198-07:00<b>Asthma</b><br /> Lavender 16 drops<br /> Peppermint 3 drops<br /> Eucalyptus 3 drops<br /> Ylang Ylang 3 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-1634708936893755572008-02-17T09:14:00.000-08:002013-05-29T06:06:21.619-07:00<b>Anti-Anxiety 1</b><br /> Lavender 5 drops<br /> Ylang Ylang 3 drops<br /> Bergamot 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Anti-Anxiety 2</b><br /> Lavender 12 drops<br /> Ylang Ylang 6 drops<br /> Frankincense 4 drops<br /> Clary Sage 3 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Anti-Depression</b><br /> Lavender 3 drops<br /> Ylang Ylang 3 drops<br /> Basil 2 drops<br /> Geranium 2 drops<br /> Grapefruit 1 drop<br /> <br /> <b>Pressures Off</b><br /> Lavender 4 drops<br /> Ylang Ylang 2 drops<br /> Clary Sage 1 dropUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-55349251945073113852008-02-17T09:11:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:20:49.241-07:00<b>Spicy Floral</b><br /> Ylang Ylang 7 drops<br /> Patchouli 5 drops<br /> Clove 3 drops<br /> Lavender 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Aromatic</b><br /> Lavender 4 drops<br /> Juniper 2 drops<br /> Rosemary 2 drops<br /> Peppermint 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Hippy</b><br /> Patchouli 4 drops<br /> Ylang Ylang 4 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Home Sweet Home</b><br /> Lavender 5 drops<br /> Geranium 3 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Moving On</b><br /> Rosemary 7 drops<br /> Fennel 5 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Freedom blend</b><br /> Lavender 3 drops<br /> Grapefruit 3 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Mint Air Freshner</b><br /> Peppermint 5 drops<br /> Spearmint 5 drops<br /> Balsom 2 drops<br /> water 4 ozUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-48669824388413797852008-02-17T07:51:00.000-08:002014-04-30T05:16:26.763-07:00Essential Oils that are beneficial for use on spider and varicose veins are cypress, lavender, cedar, frankincense, geranium, chamomile, tea tree, lemon, lime, rosemary, palmarosa, marjoram, ginger, carrot seed, juniper, lemongrass, helichrysum, black pepper, birch<br /> <br /> <b>VV Ease</b><br /> Lime 2 drops<br /> Cedarwood 2 drops<br /> per 20 ml of carrier oil<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein 1</b><br /> Cypress<br /> Geranium<br /> Neroli<br /> Sandalwood<br /> Lemon<br /> Myrrh<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein 2</b><br /> Cypress<br /> Peppermint<br /> Geranium<br /> Calendula herb<br /> Yarrow herb<br /> Pennywort herb<br /> Broomstick herb<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein 3</b><br /> 10 drops cypress<br /> 10 drops lavender or geranium<br /> 5 drops rosemary or juniper<br /> 5 drops chamomile<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein 4</b><br /> Cypress<br /> Geranium<br /> Peppermint<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein Bath</b> 1<br /> Cypress 5 to 10 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein Lotion</b><br /> 4 oz unscented lotion<br /> 40 drops cypress<br /> 10 drops frankincense<br /> 10 drops lemon<br /> 5 drops palmarosa<br /> 5 drops rose otto<br /> <br /> <b>Varicose Vein Bath 2</b><br /> cypress 5 drops<br /> geranium 5 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Burst Vein</b><br /> Witch Hazel on bandage will stop bleeding<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <b>Rosemary</b>-stimulates circulation<br /> <b>Cypress and Chamomile- </b>soothes swelling, inflammation and helps relieve painUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-7420101586409717722008-02-17T07:41:00.001-08:002012-08-28T07:21:16.707-07:00<b>Calming Toddler</b><br /> 10 drops Lavenderr<br /> 4 drops Marjoram<br /> 2 drops Ylang Ylang<br /> per 2 oz carrier oil<br /> <br /> Children's Calming Mist<br /> Allspice 10 drops<br /> Chamomile 10 drops<br /> Mandarin 10 drops<br /> Vetiver 10 drops<br /> Water 4 ozUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-39117488191270475602008-02-17T07:37:00.001-08:002012-08-28T07:21:31.417-07:00<b>Detoxifying</b><br /> Geranium 2 drops<br /> Rosemary 2 drops<br /> Juniper 4 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-58282825541568779042008-02-16T09:42:00.000-08:002013-05-29T06:07:19.402-07:00<b>Restorative</b>Lavender 12 drops<br /> Rosemary 12 drops<br /> Eucalyptus 10 drops<br /> Basil 6 drops<br /> per 2 oz carrier oil<br /> <br /> <b>Winter Revival</b><br /> Peppermint 1 drop<br /> Myrrh 1 drop<br /> Lavender 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Invigorating 1</b><br /> Eucalyptus 3 drops<br /> Clary Sage 3 drops<br /> Peppermint 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Invigorating 2</b><br /> Patchouli 5 drops<br /> Peppermint 4 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Invigorating 3</b><br /> Rosemary 5 drops<br /> Geranium 3 drops<br /> Peppermint 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Invigorating 4</b><br /> Grapefruit 4 drops<br /> Rosemary 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Invigorating 5</b><br /> Lavender 2 drops<br /> Orange 2 drops<br /> Peppermint 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Refuel</b><br /> Patchouli 5 drops<br /> Clary Sage 3 drops<br /> Eucalyptus 2 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Tune Up</b><br /> Grapefruit 5 drops<br /> Basil 3 drops<br /> <br /> <b>Rejuvenating 1</b><br /> Peppermint 6 drops<br /> Petrigrain 6 drops<br /> Black Pepper 3 drops<br /> 1T carrier oil<br /> <br /> <b>Rejuvenating 2</b><br /> Spearmint 6 drops<br /> Petrigrain 5 drops<br /> Cinnamon 4 drops<br /> 1T carrier oilUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-52250924967697428632008-02-16T09:40:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:22:01.294-07:00<b>Kapha-Pitta Blend</b><br /> Orange 10 drops<br /> Myrrh 5 drops<br /> Vetiver 5 drops<br /> Patchouli 5 drops<br /> per 2 oz carrier oilUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2241572186639526666.post-82578426128775869072008-02-16T09:32:00.000-08:002012-08-28T07:22:17.132-07:00<b>Water Retention</b><br /> Frankincense 2 drops<br /> Juniper 4 drops<br /> Rosemary 2 dropsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com