Author: Cove Essentials

About Me: - Mom to 1 human, 3 furry pets - Certified Life Coach - Essential Oil Enthusiast - Working towards completing degree in Counselling - Enjoys all things the Pacific North West has to offer - Owner & Maker of Cove Essentials (aromatherapy & self care products) - Owner of Cove Connection (life coaching services)
DIY Recipes, health & wellness

5 Essential Oils For Cold / Flu Season

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5 favorite essential oils for cold and flu prevention + why they work:

  • Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)
    Contains terpinen-4-ol, a potent natural component for reducing germs
  • Lavender Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)
    Rich in nourishing linalyl acetate, shown to calm stress and inflammation
  • Eucalyptus Oil (Eucalyptus radiata)
    Famous for high quantities of 1,8-cineole, which can help clear congestion
  • Frankincense Oil (Boswellia carterii)
    High in ɑ-pinene, known to reduce germs and soothe inflammation
  • Green Mandarin Oil (Citrus reticulata)
    Full of d-limonene, proven to support immunity and reduce germs

While these aren’t the only oils you can use to support your immune system / overall health during cold & flu season, but they are a great place to start.

Diffuse Blend 1:

Diffuse the following oils to help purify the air and reduce germs. 

  • 5 drops of frankincense oil
  • 5 drops of green mandarin oil  

Diffuser Blend 2: 

  • 6 drops Green Mandarin Oil (Citrus reticulata)
  • 5 drops Eucalyptus Oil (Eucalyptus radiata)
  • 5 drops Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)

Directions

Diffuse this blend periodically throughout the day to keep your energy and immunity strong.

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Fun Halloween Trick / Decoration

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A fun way to use your essential oil diffuser is to use it plus a bowl or pot to make it look like a “smoking cauldron” that’s brewing something spooky!

All you need is:

  • an essential oil diffuser
  • a bowl / pot or something that looks like a witch’s cauldron

It’s fairly easy to do, all you have to do is place the essential oil diffuser into the pot/bowl and turn on the diffuser (filled up with water, or even add your favourite spooky diffuser blend.) and let the cauldron brewing begin!

One of my favourite diffuser blends for this time of the year is:

  • 2 drops of orange
  • 2 drops of clove
  • 2 drops of cinnamon
  • 1 drop of franincense

I hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween this weekend!

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Too Much Sunshine….try this DIY recipe

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Next time you deal with discomfort from too much sun, try this after-sun soothing spray with essential oils.  I post this recipe each summer as it is a great one to have on hand during the summer months. Don’t forget to stay hydrated too!

Ingredients:

1 cup aloe vera juice (you can find this at your local health food store)

¼ cup Fractionated Coconut Oil

1 teaspoon vitamin E

8 drops Lavender Oil

8 drops Melaluca (tea tree) Oil

8 drops Peppermint Oil

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in glass spray bottle.
  2. Shake to combine. 

Tip: Shake before each use to incorporate all ingredients. Spray onto skin as needed and enjoy its soothing benefits.

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It’s Been Awhile…

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Yes, it has been awhile since I’ve posted and my apologies about that. I’ve been busy growing, evolving, learning, and growing (even more) Cove Essentials this past year.

During this time Cove Essentials has opened up an online store, participated in online markets, and now my products are being carried in retail locations in the lower mainland (home).

So I wanted to share with you where you can find Cove Essentials products, and a welcome back, easy DIY recipe that you can try out this long weekend.

I hope to see you around, and I look forward to hearing from you too.

Cheers,

Heather

Where to Shop:

Online Locations:

In Person:

  • Deep Cove Collective: 4390 Gallant Avenue, North Vancouver, BC
  • The Nooks – Kitsilano: 1929 West 4th Street, Vancouver, BC

DIY – Stress Free Diffuser Blend:

  • 3 drops of Lavender
  • 2 drops of Tangerine
  • 1 drop of Frankincense
  • 1 drop of Ylang Ylang

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Diffuser Blends & Recipes

Hello August

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I can’t believe we are already 4 days into August!

Welcoming August in, I wanted to share with you a diffuser blend that was inspired by visiting family over the long weekend ( we hadn’t seen them in 7 months, and took all social distancing pre-cautions).

Try out this Sweet Holiday Diffuser Blend and tell me what you think, just add:

  • 2 drops of Tangerine
  • 2 drops of Ylang Ylang
  • 2 drops of Cedarwood
  • 2 drops of Sandalwood

I hope you enjoy this sweet but relaxing blend!

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