Natural Air Fresheners

A clean pleasant aroma is a vital part of an inviting and cozy home.

Most store bought and commercial made air fresheners simply

mask unpleasant odors with strong chemical fragrances.

I avoid using any man made artificial fragrances, instead

I use only pure essential oils, organically grown herbs and flowers.

I am sharing with you a few ways that I keep my house smelling fantastic.

Dried Botanical Arrangement

I use small handcrafted pottery bowls that I picked up from crafts shows.

I fill the bowl with dried lavender,

then add a few drops of lavender essential oil.

Lavender smells heavenly, and it an excellent air freshener.

Dried herbs like peppermint, rosemary, and sage are also great

choices for a dried botanical arrangement.

I love to experiment with different essential oils and dried herbs.

Fresh Herbal Bouquets

I use freshly cut herbs to make a natural aromatic bouquet for scenting a room in our home.

Rosemary, lavender, lemon balm, sage, and mint

are all wonderful choices for a herbal bouquet.

They will last up to a week in a vase with fresh water.

Neutralize Cooking Odors

Cooking odors, especially from my hubby’s freshly caught fish,

and certain veggies, tend to linger in the kitchen.

To freshen the air after cooking I throw a few slices of

lemon or oranges into a pot along with three cups of water.

I let it simmer uncovered over a low heat for about 30 minutes.

I love the amazing fresh smell.

During the summer I add a few drops of coconut extract,

and over the winter I add cinnamon sticks or a few cloves.

Vanilla Air Freshener

For a simple natural room freshener, I place a few drops

of pure vanilla extract on a cotton ball in a shallow bowl.

Everyone loves the yummy smell of vanilla. Right?

I replace the cotton ball when the scent dissipates.

I hope that you have enjoy reading about a few natural remedies for fresh air.

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Aromatherapy At Home

Creative aromatherapy tips with essential oils

to try at home.

• If you are burning a unscented candle or it needs a little boost of scent, simply drop a few drops of oil in the melted wax to gently diffuse aroma (avoid direct flame). Peppermint essential oil early in the morning is a fabulous idea to wake you up and get you going.
• You can add a few drops of Lavender Essential oil to your bath or the kiddos tub. Creating a heavenly, super relaxing and stress free feeling. If you have a cold skip the lavender and add a few drops of Eucalyptus to breath easy.
• Try heating a small pot of water, pour it into a bowl, and add a few drops of oil and let the aromatic smell fill the entire room. Use rosemary or ginger essential oils to increase alertness, or a replace with few drops of jasmine for romance.

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Essential Oils Uses

How did I ever live without my essential oils,

they have so many wonderful uses in one little bottle?

It is awesome that with essential oils “less is more” and a tiny bit of oil has a big impact.

• For a quick morning pick me up, place a few drops of peppermint essential oil on the bottom of the shower. This will help boost your mood for the day.
• Place 1 drop of each lavender and peppermint on the bottom of your pet carrier while taking long trips with your dog. The oils will help to calm down nervous or hyperactive and prevent car sickness. Your doggie will thank you.
• Each night before bedtime I spray my pillow with lavender room and linen spray. I sleep like a baby all night long.
• When I am feeling a little fatigued during the day instead of a afternoon cup of coffee. I grab the bottle of peppermint essential oil and inhale for a cooling boost. I find myself back to giving 100% in no time.
• When anyone in our family feels like we are getting a cold we simply rub a few drop of eucalyptus under our noses before bedtime. Breathing easy all night long.
• To energize my workout I spray my energize mat with peppermint room and linen spray.
  
  

I hope that you have enjoyed these tips about aromatherapy

with the use of essential oils.

I love using essential oils that are highly concentrated and 100% plant extracts.

I would love to hear how you use essential oils?

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