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27 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Cajeput Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Cajeput essential oil can protect our health, relieve pain, and clear blocked airways.
27 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Coriander Seed Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Coriander seed oil can brighten skin, relieve pain, banish odours, and spark romance.
27 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Turmeric Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Turmeric is a famously relaxing, balancing oil often used to soothe swelling.
27 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Star Anise Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Star anise can successfully protect us from a wide range of different infections.
27 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Ravensara Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Ravensara's healing properties are crucial in Madagascan traditional medicine.
26 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Bay Laurel Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Bay laurel was once believed to contain 'magical' disease-curing properties.
26 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
May Chang Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
May chang essential oil's soothing properties can benefit our hearts and minds.
26 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Hyssop Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Hyssop's protective properties have led it to become a symbol for warding off evil.
26 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils for enhancing productivity
Explore our list of essential oils to help you get the most out of your work hours.
26 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Oregano Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Oregano essential oil is known mostly for its powerful antibacterial effects.
25 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Bay Leaf Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Bay leaf oil extracted from Pimenta racemosa is often called West Indies bay oil.
25 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Camphor Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Camphor has played an important part in traditional medicine all over the world.
25 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Melissa Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Melissa, or lemon balm, essential oil has many soothing, healing and protective abilities.
25 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Myrtle Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Romantic myrtle nourishes the skin, combats bacteria, and neutralises bad odours.
25 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Palmarosa Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Fragrantly-scented palmarosa can benefit our skin, mind, stomach and home.
25 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Diuretic essential oils: Are they good for you and how can they help?
Essential oils with diuretic abilities can help to reduce bloating and improve health.
24 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Tangerine Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Tangy tangerine can lift low moods and soothe stress for uninterrupted sleep.
24 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Benzoin Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Benzoin is a warming, stimulating oil with useful benefits for the cold weather.
21 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Maritime Pine Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Maritime pine is often used to relieve stress and pain, mask odours and purify air.
19 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Pink Pepper Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Pink pepper has many key differences from its famous cousin and is powerfully protective.
13 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Thyme Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Thyme oil's healing properties have been well documented for thousands of years.
13 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Wintergreen Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Wintergreen's vibrant red isn't the only thing worth noting about this helpful oil.
13 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Understanding essential and fragrance oil classifications and terminology
Here's your guide to some of the confusing terms you might find on your oils.
12 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Petitgrain Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Made from the leaves and twigs of the orange tree, petitgrain can give your mind a boost.
12 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Sage Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
'Sage the saviour' can offer relief from all kinds of physical and mental ailments.
10 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Rosewood Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Rosewood oil has wonderful benefits for skin and is packed full of cleansing benefits.
7 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Birch Tar Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Smoky birch tar has wonderful benefits for skin and can help to treat infections.
7 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Lemon Verbena Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Lemon verbena is a fresh, citrussy herb with cleansing, insect-repellent properties.
7 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
How to make a natural surface cleaner with citrus essential oils
Leave your home sparkling clean with this easy-to-make, all-natural citrus spray.
5 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Marjoram Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Fresh, herbaceous marjoram is known to help regulate hormones and relieve pain.
5 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Patchouli Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
The sweet, musky scent of patchouli can deter pests and balance mood for a clearer outlook.
5 January 2022 / Caitlin Devlin
Black Spruce Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
The fresh scent of black spruce is deeply cleansing and a powerful cure for insomnia.
23 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Lime Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
This vibrant citrus oil has protective, deep-cleaning qualities.
23 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Vetiver Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
This exotic oil can improve focus, and is especially useful in warmer weather.
22 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Sticking to your New Year's resolutions with essential oils
If you've resolved to form better wellness habits this year, essential oils can help.
20 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Your ultimate Christmas gift guide from Nikura
Essential oils, fragrance oils and bespoke blends for all the important people in your life.
16 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Ginger Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Warming ginger has a vast range of medicinal benefits, and can even act as an aphrodisiac.
16 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Cypress Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Healing cypress has ties to immortality and can relieve pain and cough symptoms.
16 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Fir Needle Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
The world's most popular Christmas tree yields a healing, highly protective oil.
15 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils for cleaning your home
Make cleaning less of a chore by finding your perfect blend of essential oils.
15 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Myrrh Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Mystical myrrh can help us to manage pain and protects our cells from damage.
15 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Black Pepper Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
This classic spice has been considered a valuable remedy since the time of Hippocrates.
15 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Orange Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Whether sweet or bitter, orange essential oil has tons of benefits for the body and mind.
13 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
How to make Christmas potpourri with essential oils
A gorgeous arrangement of festive botanicals scented with cinnamon, orange and pine.
10 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Neroli Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Fragrant neroli has long-standing associations with royalty and luxurious living.
10 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Nutmeg Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Nutmeg is a soothing oil most commonly used to relieve muscle pain and promote sleep.
10 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Clove Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Clove oil has great benefits for gut and oral health, and can fight against infection.
9 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Are essential oils bad for pets? Here's how to use them safely
It's important to know how to keep your animal friends safe.
8 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Delicate ylang ylang has many cosmetic benefits and is even used as an aphrodisiac.
8 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Lemongrass Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
With citrus and herbal qualities, lemongrass has both cleaning and relaxing properties.
8 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The role of terpenes in plants and essential oils
You may not know it, but terpenes are essential part of your favourite fragrances.
7 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Basil Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Basil essential oil can aid with cleaning, digestion and even ear infections.
7 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Pine Needle Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
The protective power of pine oil can help to guard the health of you and your family.
6 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
How to make candy cane soap for Christmas
In need of extra gifts? Try making these beautifully-scented bars at home.
3 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Mandarin Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Known as the gentlest of the citrus oils, mandarin oil is soothing and calming.
3 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Juniper Berry Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
This famous gin ingredient has strong cleansing and purifying properties.
3 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils for promoting happiness
If you're feeling low, diffusing these oils can help to get your mood back on track.
2 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Eucalyptus Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Eucalyptus is incredibly versatile, good for pain, congestion, and skin irritations.
1 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Cinnamon Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
One of the world's most popular spices also acts as a powerful agent against infection.
1 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Grapefruit Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Grapefruit is a brightening, energising oil that works to lift low moods and reduce stress.
1 December 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
How to make cinnamon, orange & clove candles for Christmas
Stuck for stocking fillers? Try this festive candle recipe for some homemade gifts.
30 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The legend behind Four Thieves' Oil and its ingredients
This ancient remedy is backed by a fascinating mythology.
30 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Cedarwood Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
Cedarwood's protective qualities help to guard us against insects, coughs, and skin infections.
30 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Clary Sage Essential Oil: History, Uses and Benefits
The so-called 'women's oil' has soothing, relaxing benefits for everyone.
30 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
How to safely oil cleanse with essential oils
Learn how to deeply cleanse and nourish skin safely and effectively.
30 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Essential Oils vs Fragrance Oils: What's the difference?
Here's how to tell the difference between these two popular oil types.
5 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The seven chakras and essential oils to align them
Learn how you can use essential oils to keep your seven chakras open and balanced.
5 November 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Our favourite Christmas oils and their benefits
Discover how your favourite Christmas scents can benefit your body and mind.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Understanding phototoxicity in essential oils
Get to grips with photoxicity and how to use furocoumarin-containing oils safely.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
A beginner's guide to making soap using essential oils
Everything you need to know about soap-making with your favourite scents.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils for managing anxiety
Explore our list of the best essential oils for relieving stress and anxiety.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Rosemary and lavender hair mask for glossy hair
This beautiful herbal blend is designed to unlock your hair's natural shine.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Antioxidant essential oils - why are they good for you?
Learn about how antioxidant essential oils can help you to protect your health.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils to boost your energy levels
Discover how to reset your senses and boost your energy with some of our favourite oils.
18 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils to have in your home for autumn
Discover what your favourite autumnal scents can do for the health of you and your family.
15 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
Homemade all-natural curl treatment spray with essential oils
Discover a home treatment for curly or frizzy hair that's full of natural good.ness
15 October 2021 / Caitlin Devlin
The best essential oils for hair growth and hair health
Nourish your hair with the restorative powers of essential oils.