Does lavender oil on your pillow really help you sleep better, or is it just placebo? Discover the truth behind this bedtime ritual and how to use it safely.

When the world feels overwhelming, a few drops of essential oils can do the trick to relieve some stress (and make any room smell wonderful). We already can’t get enough of tea tree, rosemary and ...

Lavender infused oil is a gentle herbal oil you’ll reach for again and again; I know I always do! I have at least 2 jars always going because I use it for everything. Lavender is one of those herbs ...

While lavender essential oil is difficult to make at home on a small scale, homemade lavender-infused oil is easy and accessible. With just four simple steps and materials you likely already have in ...

You’ve just settled into bed for the night, when an uncomfortable sensation creeps up your legs. Suddenly, you feel a strong urge to jerk them — it’s strange, and perhaps even painful. Not again! If ...

Aromatherapy, the practice of using essential oils for therapeutic benefits, has gained popularity as a natural way to ...

Lavender and other aromatic herbs repel mosquitoes through their essential oils. Crushing the leaves releases oils—planting alone won’t do the trick. Use repellents with these oils for a natural way ...

Q: I had a localized rash on my back (about 2 inches by 4 inches) for 15 years. It itched and became inflamed if I scratched it. A dermatologist called it "notalgia paresthetica" and said there is no ...

RED WING, Minn. -- Lavender aromatherapy can help people suffering from dementia sleep easier -- that's according to a new study conducted at an assisted living center in Red Wing. During a week in ...

Lavender (Lavandula) is a lovely perennial flower, and its vibrant purple blooms add a beautiful splash of color to a garden. Not only is this plant aesthetically pleasing, but it has a wide range of ...