Showing posts with label Lavender. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lavender. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Sky Organics Lavender Essential Oil - REVIEW

Sky Organics Essential Oil

I am an avid natural living girl so when I was given the opportunity to receive Sky Organics Lavender Essential Oil at a discounted price in exchange for a review I immediately jumped on the offer. I am very happy that I came across this wonderful brand of essential oils.


As soon as I opened the adorable little box this oil was packaged in, I could smell the strong, beautiful lavender scent. Lavender is one of my favorite essential oils because it has so many amazing properties and is so versatile. I have several bottles of lavender oil on hand at all times, some expensive brands and some cheap. Upon comparing the scent with my most expensive brand (Young Living), I was pleasantly surprised to not be able to tell a difference between the two scent wise. Having already used this in my diffuser, I don't notice any difference in the scent or effects of this compared to Young Living lavender oil. I tested the purity of this oil on an index card and, as expected, the oil completely evaporated after time meaning that it is indeed a 'pure' oil. I am very happy with the quality of this essential oil. The label lists this essential oil as 100% pure, 100% organic, 100% natural, no additives, and chemical free. From my testing and use of the oil (and my familiarity with lavender essential and essential oils in general), I have no reason to doubt any of these claims. The only con I have found with this oil so far is that the dropper releases drops extremely fast. I am used to slow dripping oils so this will take a bit of getting used to but it's certainly not a major concern.


I have already used this oil in several recipes, including my favorite 'all natural headache salve' and I am happy to report that it successfully cured my headache as expected. Overall I see no difference between this and my Young Living brand lavender essential oil. I am very pleased with this purchase and I will most likely be back to purchase other essential oils from Sky Organics in the future.


Tuesday, March 15, 2016

All Natural Essential Oil Headache Relief Salve

All Natural Essential Oil Headache Relief Salve


I suffer from frequent headaches and migraines and I used to always pop pills without thinking twice about it. Since I've started my journey into all natural living, I decided I needed a better, safer way to treat my headaches. After much research, I have come up with the following recipe to treat those pesky headaches. This salve provide fast and safe relief.

Essential Oils included and why:
Peppermint Essential Oil - Peppermint oil has a cooling effect.
Lavender Essential Oil - Lavender oil helps ease tension.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil - Eucalyptus oil helps promote feelings of relaxation.


Ingredients:
Small Glass or Metal Container

Instructions:
1. Melt the coconut oil over a double boiler.
2. Once oil is completely melted, allow to cool slightly.
3. Stir in essential oils.
4. Allow salve to solidify before using.

*To use, rub salve into back of neck, temples, and/or forehead for quick headache pain relief.