Editor's note: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) notes some possible risks when using essential oils in proximity to pets. Before buying an oil diffuser, be sure it ...

Essential oils do wonders for our mood and well being, so it's understandable to think they might do the same for dogs, with their heightened sense of smell. But in fact, only some essential oils are ...

Originally, Manitowoc Public Library had asked essential oils expert Amanda Lutz for a return engagement to present her educational program, Essential Oil Safety for Kids and Pets. However, a certain ...

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM Filling your diffuser with filtered or bottled water prevents damage from hard ...

I was told that candles and plug-in oils are not good for pets. Would you by chance know if this is true? As much as we love filling our homes with pleasant scents, our furry and feathered friends may ...

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"People often equate 'natural' with 'safe,' but unfortunately, this isn't always the case. Essential oils are made of chemicals, just like everything else," Samantha Radford, PhD, an exposure ...

Essential oils are potent plant extracts that capture a plant’s scent and flavor, or “essence.” They are obtained through distillation or mechanical methods such as cold pressing. Once the aromatic ...

There’s nothing quite like coming home to a fresh and inviting aroma. The comforting smells of plant extracts in essential oils provide a sense of well-being and can help you get a better night’s ...