A Healthier Life

With great results, I have tried a recipe for hair oil treatment. I purchased bergamot and rosemary essential oils today (I justified the purchase of both because the rosemary was half the price of the other). Both oils are said to be healing for the skin, and I have been battling painful acne for months now. While researching the uses for rosemary oil, I came upon a simple recipe for hair oil. Rosemary is supposed to be good for darker hair. Mine is a light brown but I figured it couldn't hurt.

I put 5 drops of rosemary EO in 2 tablespoons of olive oil (recipe said you could use olive, almond or jojoba). Mixed well and applied to scalp and dry hair. Wrapped hair in an old towel (I used one with a loud pattern so you won't notice the oil spots) and sat for 30 minutes. Shampooed and conditioned as usual. Wow. My hair is shiny and softer than ever. And the rosemary scent was invigorating.

I also used the bergamot EO in the shower on my skin. Very calming. And now the shower stall smells like citrus. The bathroom smells like rosemary. I will never be able to go back to conventional products again. I was despairing of finding an acne medication because of the unwanted chemicals in all the formulas at the drugstore. Today I went to the health food store to buy the oils, and thanks be to God I happened upon a toxin-free salicylic acid formula. It's entirely natural with witch hazel, lavender, tea tree and other botanicals. It wasn't cheap, but it seems that a little will go a long way.

Essential oils will improve your health and uplift your senses. My home smells amazing and so do my body and hair. And the air in our home is fresher. Make use of your local health food store. The items there can be expensive, but with a little hunting you can find good deals.  I do pay more for organic and minimally-processed foods, but it's preventative medicine. It's really worth it for a healthier life.