Essential First Aid

First Aid Using Essential Oils

Natural Care for Minor Burns and Sunburn
A kitchen splash, a hot pan or a day too long in the sun: minor burns are among the most common household injuries. The first steps matter far...

Cuts, Scrapes, Bruises and Sprains
Everyday bumps and scrapes usually heal well at home. Good basic first aid comes first, and gentle natural remedies can then play a supporting role. Cuts and scrapesWash...

When to Use Oils and When to Call for Help
Essential oils and herbs have a long history in home care, but knowing where their usefulness ends is the most important first aid skill of all. This guide...

Summer First Aid: Bites, Stings, Sun and Scrapes
Summer brings sunshine, picnics and long evenings outdoors, along with the little mishaps that go with them. Here are gentle, traditional ways to support your skin after a...

Building an Essential Oil First Aid Kit
A well-stocked first aid kit is the foundation of any home, car, cottage or travel bag. Essential oils can be a pleasant addition for minor, everyday mishaps, but...

First Aid With Essential Oils
Incorporating essential oils into your household first aid kit is a natural and cost-effective way to deal with many of the little “emergencies” that come along. It is...
