Excited for pumpkin pie, warm lattes, patterned scarves, and fall-scented candles?!
Me too! BUT hold the candles!
Nearly all fragrances and scented candles release toxic, carcinogenic (cancer-causing) chemicals into the air you breathe. Instead, consider diffusing essential oils, which not only avoid the negative health impacts, but also contain health-promoting properties!
Try some of these fall diffuser blends:
Fall Home Refreshment:
- 4 drops wild orange
- 3 drops cinnamon
- 3 drops clove
- 2 drops lemon
Pumpkin Pie:
- 5 drops cinnamon
- 1 drop clove
- 1 drop nutmeg
Trick-or-Treat:
- 3 drops orange
- 2 drops frankincense
- 2 drops cinnamon
Warm Cider:
- 4 drops orange
- 3 drops cinnamon
- 3 drops ginger
- 1 drop nutmeg
Apple Pie:
- 3 drops coriander
- 2 drops cinnamon
- 2 drops clove
- 1 drop ginger
Spiced Chai:
- 3 drops cardamom
- 2 drops cinnamon
- 2 drops clove
- 1 drop ginger
By diffusing these oils, not only will you avoid exposure to toxic chemicals, but you will also reap the following plant-derived health benefits:
Cinnamon essential oil:
- Helps decrease inflammation
- Increases circulation
- Contains anti-viral porperties
- Fights free radicals
- May relieve depression
- Stimulates the immune system
Clove essential oil:
- Supports blood circulation
- Contains anti-fungal properties
- Boosts energy
- Promotes healthy gums (when used in mouth)
- Helps fight acne (when used on skin)
Ginger essential oil:
- Contains anti-inflammatory properties
- Relieves nausea
- Encourages blood circulation
- Provides immune system support
- Improves mood
- Aids digestion
Orange essential oil:
- Eases cold and flu symptoms
- Acts as a natural antibacterial agent
- Eases anxiety
- Increases circulation
I don’t know about you, but I’m going to start diffusing some fall scents even before the weather cools down here in South Carolina!
If you don’t have a diffuser, don’t worry! There are tons of affordable options on Amazon, as well as at stores such as Kohl’s or Bed Bath & Beyond.
