Topic: essential oils

Seasonal Smells: Swap Perfume for Essential Oils in Spring

Seasonal Smells: Swap Perfume for Essential Oils in Spring

Lighten up this spring by ditching heavy perfume in favor of essential oils. Not only do many essential oils cost a fraction of most perfume, but some work double-duty as anxiety lifters, bug repellents and more. Keep in mind, a dab will do you; natural essential oils are highly concentrated. Rub just a few drops on your skin or on clothing — many oils are recommended not to come directly in contact with skin, so always check the bottle for specific directions/precautions. More »

Blisstree Beauty School: Is Frankincense the New Botox?

Blisstree Beauty School: Is Frankincense the New Botox?

Want to know what’s so bad about parabens in your lip balm, and whether or not there’s a natural alternative to Botox? At Blisstree Beauty School, our goal is to find out the answers to these questions and more. This week, we’re trying to figure out why Frankincense keeps popping up in so many of our favorite natural beauty products, and what this gift from one of the Three Kings of Orient is really doing for our skin. More »