Boils are a type of skin abscess, a relatively common skin condition in which a hair follicle becomes infected and inflamed, resulting in a painful pus-filled bump beneath the skin. There are several different types of boils. A boil is also called a furuncle. A cluster of boils is called a carbuncle. Other types of […]
Chapped lips are a common occurrence among many people, especially during the colder months of the year, but that doesn’t make them any less of a nuisance. Chapped lips are not only unsightly; they are uncomfortable and disruptive, making every day acts such as eating, drinking, and even smiling downright painful. Everyone deserves to smile […]
This article is your go-to guide on understanding what lichen sclerosus is, what causes lichen sclerosus, what treatments are available for lichen sclerosus, and, of course, all about essential oils for lichen sclerosus treatment. More specifically, we’ll go over why essential oils are effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus, which essential oils are the best […]
Bed bugs are a nightmare; once you get them, it’s more difficult to get rid of them than almost any other pest. They’re tough to kill, they breed quickly, and their eggs can lie dormant for years before hatching. Adults can live for up to a year without feeding, too. Often, people resort to fumigating their […]
When you hear the word “frankincense,” your probably think of something exotic and festive. For many of us, this is probably due to frankincense’s longtime association with Christmas. And, to be fair, there’s good reason for that. Frankincense has a long and storied history of use in religious ceremonies in the Middle and Far East. It’s […]
All About Cellulite Before we can understand essential oil treatments for cellulite, it is important to recognize what cellulite is. Lumpy skin around the thighs and hips, called cellulite, occurs when skin attached to deep connective tissue is pulled down. When there is fat beneath the skin, this creates an uneven texture on the surface […]
A lot of people believe that mold can only grow in a humid environment, but that’s not the case. Whether it is a cold, damp winter or a warm, humid summer, activities at home can result in moisture indoors and the appearance of mold.In fact, it can grow on walls, clothes, books, toys, and even […]
Joint pain can afflict people of all ages, even if it is more common in older individuals. Joint pain is often constant, resulting in the constant need to medicate in order to relieve the pain. This can quickly create many problems for people, as they build up a tolerance to pain medication and run the […]
Keeping your feet dry and clean is very important. Most of us know this, and we try our best to keep up.However, it is possible that once in a while we get stinky feet, especially during summer. It happens to the best of us: people who are on their feet all day and even runners […]
Essential oils can be used in conjunction with other treatments to address the pain and inflammation associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. But what exactly is carpal tunnel? How do essential oils help treat carpal tunnel syndrome? And how do you pick and use the proper essential oils effectively? In this post we will address all […]