Essential Oil Giveaway

I am happy to announce a new giveaway for the month of October sponsored by Michelle with On A Wing And A Prayer. She is generously giving away three bottles of wonderful dōTERRA® essential oils.

Here is what Michelle has to say about her amazing essential oils:

“Last year I was introduced to essential oils and the benefits they can provide to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The healing powers of essential oils has been around for centuries. Before modern medicine, people relied on herbs, roots and flowers for their healing power. dōTERRA (meaning Gift of the Earth) provides essential oils that are 100% certified pure therapeutic grade. What does this mean? Pure essential oils are distilled from the roots, leaves, bark, flowers and stems of plants to extract the natural aromatic compounds, just as our ancestors did so long ago. There are no synthetic fillers, chemicals or additives. Because dōTERRA’s essential oils are 100% pure, they can be used in a wide variety of ways to enhance your physical as well as emotional well-being. And because they are completely natural, not synthetic, they can be used aromatically, topically and ingested internally.”

“Using dōTERRA essential oils has become a daily routine in my household and I am excited to share their therapeutic benefits with others as an Independent Product Consultant. Stop by my blog for DIY beauty recipes, health and household tips, shop my online store and see how you can empower your health and well-being with dōTERRA essential oils.”

WIN a dōTERRA's Essential Oils Introductory Kit with CD

The dōTERRA® Introduction to Essential Oils Kit includes the introductory audio CD, booklet and a 5 ml bottle of dōTERRA's Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Lavender, Lemon, and Peppermint essential oils. The stunning presentation box also includes suggested uses of the included oils providing your prospects with an immediate experience of the life-changing benefits of essential oils.

Retail Value of 26.67

How To Enter:

{ Follow, Comment and WIN! }

Follow my Blog and leave a comment on any post from now until the end of October.

Good Luck!

Please remember to leave a way for me to contact you if you win, I prefer an email address. PLEASE NOTE: Must be US resident.

Smiles, Paula

The Winner Is . . .

Happy October 1st!

The beginning of the month marks the time to announce

the winner of my monthly giveaway.

After thirty days of some truly incredible comments left here on my blog.

I have randomly selected a winner.

Congradulations!

Sherry with A Happy Valentine.

You have won a jar of Vanilla Chai Tea Sugar Cubes

by Natural Garden Soaps.

I will be contacting you via email.

Check back and catch my new giveaway for the month of October

that I will be posting later this week.

Smiles, Paula

Aromatherapy Body Wash

I love adding my favorite essential oils to unscented body wash

to make my own aromatherapy body wash.

Yea, if I wake up in the morning, and feel like I need a swift kick in the butt

to get me moving, I use uplifting grapefruit body wash.

The alternative is that my sweet hubby is always happy to lend me a foot,

for a good kick.

No, but No thanks, grapefruit body wash works for me.

If I need to relax and unwind from a long day filled with mixing together
skin care concoctions, making soap and developing new products.

I splash on some lavender body wash in the shower to wind down.

DIY Aromatherapy Body Wash

Simply mix together one part water with two parts of organic
unscented body wash of your choice.

This body wash is gentle yet efficient for cleansing.

Add your choice of essential oils to the soap mixture, and stir thoroughly.

Store in a plastic squeeze top bottle, and shake well before each use.

You ask? Why organic soap?

I look for bath care items that are made from one hundred percent
plant oils, no animal products or harsh chemicals.

A true soap, not a chemical detergent, soap that's

completely earth loving and biodegradable.

Enjoy the essential oil blends listed below for fun

homemade aromatherapy body washes.

Uplifting Body Wash

25 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil

15 Drops of Grapefruit Essential Oil

Calming Body Wash

25 Drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil

10 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil

5 Drops of Clary Sage Essential Oil

Energizing Body Wash

20 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil

10 Drops of Rosemary Essential Oil

10 Drops of Peppermint Essential Oil

Mood Boosting Body Wash

20 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil

10 Drops of Geranium Essential Oil

10 Drops of Bergamot Essential Oil

Sensual Body Wash

25 Drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil

10 Drops of Rose Essential Oil

5 Drops of Patchouli Essential Oil

Simply add each aromatherapy blend to four ounces of body wash.

It is super fun to create a body wash for every mood,

or to create a mood.

Thanks again for taking the time to visit,

I love to hear from you so leave a comment below.

Smiles, Paula

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4 Quick Steam Facials

I love the feeling of a steam facial, it makes my face feel so fresh and hydrated.  Facial saunas are a wonderful way to bring a healthy glow to anyone's complexion. The warm steam opens pores, washes away impurities, and hydrates the skin. Fresh herbs, teas and essential oils increase the benefits.

I am sharing with you today four quick easy ways to add a little steam to your face.

{ #1 }

Lavender Glow Steam Treatment

Dip a soft washcloth into a basin of warm water mixed with a few drops of lavender essential oil.  Wring out the cloth and hold it to your face for a few seconds, or until cooled.  Repeat each morning for a week to bring back a glowing complexion.

{ #2 }

Aromatherapy Facial Steam

Pour four cups of hot boiling water into a large bowl.  Add two drops of lavender essential oil and let it steep for five minutes.  Then make tent over your head and the bowl with a large towel.  Breathe deeply, and stay under the towel for 10 minutes.  This steamy therapy effectively soothes and refreshes.  I love IT!

{ #3 }

Floral Facial Sauna

Combine four cups of water, and one tablespoon of each of the following dried herbs.  Dried rose petals, chamomile, and lavender buds.  Bring the water and herbs to a boil in a large pot.  Let the herbs steep for about five minutes.  Pour into a bowl and make a tent over the bowl with a towel.  Enjoy the steam and the amazing smell for about 10 minutes.  You will love the feeling, and nourishing effects on your complexion.

{ #4 }

Green Tea Facial Sauna

Make a large cup of hot freshly brewed green tea, pour into a basin or bowl.  Dip a washcloth into the bowl and gently wring it out.  Hold it on your face for a few seconds, or until cooled.  The antioxidants will calm  inflamed skin, evening your skin tone.

Another great advantage of steaming is that it can boost the blood circulation which is essential for the reproduction of healthy and new cells.  After each treatment follow up by rinsing your face with warm water, spray on a toner and apply a facial moisturizer.

I hope that you will get steamy very soon.

Smiles, Paula

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Essentail Oils

It has been a magnificent mail day today. When I opened my mailbox I notice a white padded envelope inside. Upon breaking open the package I found three bottles of doTERRA essential oils from my blog friend Michelle. Michelle is truly a girl after my own heart because I absolutely LOVE essential oils just as she does. Believe me when I tell you that Michelle and I both share a similar fondness for natural pure essential oils. I am doing a happy dance because I now have three new bottles of essential oils to add to my collection.  One heavenly smelling lavender, one minty uplifting peppermint and one clean crisp lemon. I love the versatility of these natural plant extracts aka essential oils.

Lavender

One of my all time favorites is lavender essential oil. The flower therapy of lavender oil soothes and heals the skin. I enjoy taking a whiff of it to clear my mind and ease my Mommy stress.

Peppermint

I fancy the invigorating aroma of peppermint essential oil to perk me up when I need to get a bit more laundry, house cleaning or work done.

Lemon

Who doesn't love the clean fresh scent of lemon. I make my own disinfect spray with a few drops of lemon essential oil added to a spray bottle with equal parts of water and vinegar, with just a splash of rubbing alcohol. It is a wonderful disinfect spray and all purpose cleaner around the my house.

I hope that you will take a few minutes and connect with Michelle online at the links below.

Blog / Facebook / Pinterest / Google+ / Instagram / Online Shop

I know that she would be thrilled if you swing by her blog, say Hello and become a new follower.

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog.

Smiles, Paula

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Witch Hazel and Skincare

Witch hazel is something that I like to keep on hand in my home because it is so versatile.  It is produced from the leaves and bark of the North American Witch Hazel shrub, and it has a long history of being used by American Indians.  Witch hazel is a wonderful botanical extract that is very healing to the skin.

Here are a few natural uses for witch hazel.

Eye Treatment

I keep a bottle of witch hazel chilled in the refrigerator.  When my eyes are feeling tired from reading or staring at the computer screen.  I soak two cotton pads in the chilled witch hazel, lie down, cover both of my eye lids, and relax for 5 minutes.

Facial Cleansing

I like to wet a soft cotton cosmetic round with witch hazel and wipe my face with it to cleanse.  I am always shock on how much dirt is collectioned on the pad after I wipe my face.  Witch hazel has a wonderful ability to clean skin pores and dry up excessive oil without leaving skin too dry.

Acne Treatment

Witch hazel is a amazing acne treatment because it is strong astringent and has antioxidant properties.  Simply apply witch hazel directly on your to the acne affected skin twice a day using a cotton ball or pad.

Sunburn Remedy

Apply witch hazel to a washcloth and gently pat on your sunburned skin. Witch hazel will help soothe the burn and prevent peeling.

Cold Sore Treatment

Witch Hazel can be applied on a cold sore when you feel it coming on most times this will prevent it from becoming a blister, or speed up healing.

Treats Bug Bites

Witch hazel has anti-itch and anti-inflammatory properties, which makes it ideal to treating bug bites.  Apply the witch hazel with a cotton ball, then dab directly on the bite.

Heals Cuts

Witch hazel can be a substitute for hydrogen peroxide, neosporin, or rubbing alcohol when it comes to cleaning out a cut. Pour some witch hazel over the cut or sore and allow it to dry, apply a bandage and you’re set.

Witch hazel is inexpensive and natural product that is good to keep on hand.
I hope that this post has help become aware of other practical uses for witch hazel?

Smiles, Paula

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DIY Dried Botanical Facial Mask

I love to pamper my skin with a facial mask about twice a month.

If you are frequent reader here on my blog, then you know that I love whipping up different homemade facial mask recipes.  I love the way my face feels smoother and softer after using a face mask.  So here it goes another facial mask recipe to try at home.

DIY Dried Botanical Facial Mask

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons of Finely Ground Dried Botanicals; Lavender Buds, Rose Petals, Calendula Petals.
• A Few Drops of Lavender Essential Oil
• 2 Tablespoons of Bentonite Clay
• 1 Tablespoon of Powdered Milk
• 1 Tablespoon of Finely Ground Oats

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Store in a jar with a tight fitting lid.  Store in cool dry place for up to a year or more.

How To Use:

Take one tablespoon of the dry mixture and combine it with about one tablespoon of water, milk or yogurt.  Mix until you have a thick paste.  Apply to your freshly washed face and neck.  Leave on 20 minutes, and rinse with a warm soft washcloth.

Tips:

• The milk contains lactic acid that helps lightens and softens the skin.
• The dried botanicals and oatmeal both make a wonderful natural exfoliant.
• Bentonite clay has the ability to absorb toxins, impurities, and detox the skin.
• This recipe makes four face mask treatments.

I store my combined dry mask ingredients with the essential oil added in a bottle.  It is super easy to mix up a mask by just adding a splash of water, milk or yogurt.

If you have a favorite facial mask recipe. 
I’d love to hear about it, so please leave me a comment below. ;o)  

Smiles, Paula

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September's Blog Giveaway

Who doesn't love to sit back, and enjoy a cup of hot herbal tea?

Especially in the yummy scent of Vanilla Chai Tea,

now you can take that same wonderful smell into your shower

with Vanilla Chai Tea Sugar Cubes.

These homemade sugar cubes are a fabulous body scrub,

they gently cleanse, moisturize and exfoliate the skin.

Leaving your entire body super soft and touchable.

I am proudly giving away a jar of sugar cubes

for this month's giveaway.

How To Enter:

{ Follow, Comment and WIN! }

Follow my Blog and leave a comment on any post

from now until the end of September.

Good Luck!

Please remember to leave a way for me to contact you if you win,

I prefer an email address.

PLEASE NOTE: Must be US resident.

Smiles, Paula

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