Essential Oils Archives - Mary Vance, NC

10 Unconventional Beauty Tips

I get a LOT of questions about skin care. Some of my clients are working to heal eczema, acne, or psoriasis, and holistic skin care is a big part of their protocol. Others just want to know how to have the healthiest skin using natural ingredients. We know that the...

Homemade Highlighting & Strengthening Hair Mist

Essential Oils, Recipes

I have made a valiant effort over the past two years to repair my damaged, brittle hair, a result of the perfect storm of hypothyroidism and chemical highlighting damage (you can read all about it and see the pics here). When I say I tried everything, I’m really...

Essential Oils for Female Hormone Balance

Essential Oils, Womens Health

Essential oils are plant extracts that are super concentrated and capture the plant’s scent and beneficial properties. These oils can have many therapeutic properties from aromatherapy and relaxation to support for digestion and even hormone balance. While I do...

DIY Miracle Anti-Aging Skin Cream

Essential Oils, Womens Health

If you have dry skin, I have a solution for you! This anti-aging skin cream is easy to make at home, quickly absorbed, and so nourishing. Testimonial from Reader: I started using your natural face care regimen (including your DIY skin cream) 2 days ago, and today...

All the Ways I Use Essential Oils Daily

Essential Oils

I am always helping my clients figure out ways to use natural and non-toxic alternatives to chemical-laden products, whether it’s cosmetics/body care, cleaning products, or even pain relievers or other pills people commonly pop on a daily basis. The toxins in...

2 Minutes to Amazing Skin

Essential Oils

Plain, organic, full fat yogurt will make the skin on your face smoother than a baby’s bottom. It’s rich in lactic acids that will improve the appearance of rough skin and make it smooth; exfoliate skin and moisturize dry skin; and prevent wrinkles. Yogurt...

How to Use Thieves Oil to Improve Oral Health

Essential Oils, Wellness

I am astounded by the many benefits of essential oils! I wrote about one of my favorites, frankincense, which I’ve been using to improve my skin. It’s a miracle worker! I also use peppermint, lavender, lemon, and thieves oil regularly. Have you heard of...

15 Uses for Frankincense

Essential Oils, Wellness

I have been studying and using therapeutic essential oils and recommending them to my clients. I am astonished at their ability to soothe and heal, and the uses are endless! My absolute favorite essential oil (of course, that changes on a weekly basis, LOL) right now...

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