Something about lemon that screens summer to me. Ironic because we lived in Florida and picked Lemons with our own hands. I even broke down and got my own lemon tree. Here’s a hint: they are not in season in the spring. After a long day this Lemon and Herb Sea Salt Soak is a great way to cleans and relax. This one uses lemon essential oil and sea salt. Because of this I recommend not going out into the sun directly after using as it can make effect your skin. Think of how you use salt and lemon juice to…
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Spring is coming and I have found myself in a spring cleaning mood. Yesterday’s warm and rainy day was just perfect for throwing open some windows and letting the cool fresh air in while I clean. Essential oils are a great way to naturally clean your home and make it smell great. Here are some great ways to use essential oils for a clean home and our top picks on oils or cleaning. Homemade cleaners for your home All-purpose cleaner is perfect for creating a fresh clean home. Mix alcohol with your choice of essential oils, add-in 1 cup vinegar and 1 cup…
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I set out to find and oil I could use for cleaning and calming the children to alternate with lavender. The two recommended oils on Vintage Remedies are red mandarin or Tangerine. With me having an allergy to Mandarines, the first option was, well not an option. Tangerine oil is mild and safe for all of the children even the babies. A bit about Tangerine Essential Oil Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata Extraction Method: Cold Pressed Plant Part: Fruit peel Uses for Tangerine Essential Oil Tangerine is refreshing and rejuvenating. When diffused, it can help clear the mind and reduce…
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I love to add sensory activities to our day. It allows me to bridge gaps between the children by creating activities they all can enjoy and learn from. The littles benefit in the usual ways, motor skills, and general development. But, my oldest has ADHD and sensory activities are one of the ways we control it. They give her body an outlet that is kid friendly and will not drive mommy to the brink of insanity. I often add calming essential oils to the activities to help her concentrate and focus on lessons afterwards. Sensory Play is truly a key to helping…
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Showers are one of those places I never quite understood how it gets so dirty. After all, it is literally an area used for cleaning. You would think basic cleaning would keep the mess away as the shower constantly has water running through it. Nope. Somehow it gets dirty just as often and the toilet which as we all know is made for rather dirty things. This DIY shower cleaner makes things so much easier. I hate spending hours scrubbing the shower to get soap scum off and the dirt that sticks to it as the children come in sticky,…
