This or that . . . or why not both? Comparing essential oils

Do you know the difference between Tea Tree and Australian Ericifolia? What about Cypress and Blue Cypress? Or Peppermint and Wintergreen? If these related essential oils have you scratching your head in confusion, then this post is for you! Many classic pairs seem interchangeable on the surface. And while it’s …

10 genius bathroom products you never knew you needed

You may have heard the saying “What happens in the bathroom stays in the bathroom.” But some powder-room products are too cool not to share, and we feel it’s our duty (pun def intended) to tell you about our top toiletries and bathroom buys you never knew you needed. See …

Chill out: 6 ways to stay cool with Wintergreen essential oil

Sweating in the summer? Try Wintergreen. Your feet need a break after the back-to-school hustle? Use Wintergreen. Needing a winter-will-never-end pick-me-up? May we suggest Wintergreen? Don’t be misled by the name of this oil—Wintergreen essential oil has year-round benefits. And just like that cool guy or gal you’re always looking …

4 questions about Manuka essential oil you need answered ASAP

Native to New Zealand and steam distilled from the manuka—or Leptospermum scoparium—tree, Manuka essential oil is a skin care pro. In fact, it’s right up there with Tea Tree oil when it comes to skin-loving superstars. But there’s more to those drops of Manuka than mad skin-cleansing skills. Bothersome blemishes? …