Oh my god don't spend $50 on a diffuser! You can seriously use any glass bottle with a narrow opening, 25 drops of any essential oil from Whole Foods or any health food store/stores that sell tarot cards and witchy shit (or online, like this on amazon), 1/4 cup of a carrier oil like sweet almond oil or safflower oil, and throw that in your glass bottle with some bamboo skewers. Then you have a reed diffuser and tons of refills, and you can mix essential oils for whatever scent you want.

Ooh, my time to shine! Swimming hair care expert here- swim 6x a week for ~90 minutes a session in chlorinated pools and still maintain shiny gorgeous locks. Do the following and you'll be good:

• wet hair before you put cap on. Completely soak it to saturate the hair follicle.
  
• after swimming rinse well, apply conditioner when you shower and rinse out, then lightly apply and leave in this stuff - to entire length of hair, concentrating a bit more at the ends
  
  
• on weekends or when you have time, apply castor oil to roots and jojoba oil to middle and ends, leave on for 30 minutes and rinse out. Personally I like to put this on and let it soak while I hit up the eucalyptus steam room, cold plunge ice bath pool and then the dry cedar sauna. Pro Tip: grab a plastic bag if your pool provides them for you to store wet swimsuits in, and wrap that around the top of your head after putting on oil while you hit the sauna/steam- boom, instant hot oil treatment! :)
  
• air dry as often as possible, blowdry as infrequently as possible
  
• detangle GENTLY using mainly your fingers and not brushing tangles out harshly with brush to decrease breakage
  
• when you tie hair back do so loosely, not tight
  
• wait a few days between shampoos, use dry shampoo to soak up oil if necessary
  
• get your thyroid checked and have PCP run regular lab work to make sure nothing else is underlying cause

It really bugs me how they can charge you so much for their beard oil product. I bought an oz when i first started growing my beard and couldn't believe the constant average of price on beard oils. You can find all of the ingredients they list in their description to make their beard oils on Amazon. Almond, Jojoba, and avocado all usually come in 8oz bottles. Buy whichever essential oil scent you like and you have a large bottle full of your own beard oil, and it is just as good.

http://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Organic-Jojoba-ounce/dp/B0019LTGOU/ref=sr_1_4?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1452376681&sr=1-4&keywords=jojoba+oil

http://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Almond-Oil-Ounce/dp/B000NB9LLA/ref=pd_sim_121_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=31heG3BpDmL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1KMAJ7ZWGCJN6QWH45AP

http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Avocado-Moisturizing-Edible/dp/B000MGOZ30/ref=pd_sim_121_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=315yAxnxz2L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1KMAJ7ZWGCJN6QWH45AP

http://www.amazon.com/Patchouli-100%25-Therapeutic-Grade-Essential/dp/B002RSU0XU/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1452376774&sr=1-2&keywords=patchouli+essential+oil

Two words: Aromatherapy Cases. They keep everything sane. You can find them on Amazon.. grin

This is the nicest, cheapest and most hydrating moisturizer I've ever used. It lasts forever.... Also for oil control and and natural zit prevention, I mix 2/3 drops of Tea tree oil in the moisturizer and mix it up before applying it.

This is the brand I buy and I've had great luck with it:

https://www.amazon.com/Lemongrass-Large-ounce-Best-Essential/dp/B00PHLPK1G/Boil&th=1

Their prices generally range from $10-13 for a 4oz bottle. I've got their tea tree, lemongrass, peppermint, cedarwood, and sage.

Definitely no glass. I would not even koozie a can. Discrete flasks and/or the red solo cup.

Just drink fast so the drink don't get warm, or use those plastic drink ice cubes.
Example (not a specific endorsement):

http://www.amazon.com/Reusable-Plastic-Cubes-Dilute-Drinks/dp/B00D3MGYR0

or

http://www.amazon.com/Aunchitha-Premium-Slowly-Without-Diluting/dp/B00KIP79CY/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0118Q011M/ref=mp_s_a_1_8_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1539718494&sr=8-8&keywords=urpower+essential+oil+diffuser&dpPl=1&dpID=31hfmQPH0NL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/RoyAroma-Aromatherapy-Essential-Adjustable-Stainless/dp/B01LC9YK0I/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_194_tr_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=WGH5R34WDC9P33H922FX&th=1

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This is a great necklace. it comes with different pads for different oils. I wear it all the time and just pull it up to my nose when i need to take a deep breath and relax.

Oh god I have TERRIBLE cramps. I so could use one of these.

The smell of Lavender is really relaxing to me. I love it.

I'd love the polka dot or zebra striped (if you have it) one :)

I didn't know you could use flax for this purpose. When I had horses, we added it to their feed to make their coats extra shiny.

Thanks for the contest :)

Similar to the shower idea, get one of these (or one like it). Put your cat in a carrier and loosely cover it with a light towel. Position the steamer towards the front of the carrier and let it fill up with steam. This is what we do for very congested cats and a couple sessions a day makes a huge difference.

Amazon: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QJCFWSI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

But I've also used Trader Joe's before and they are both just as good as the other imo!

$5-20: Mentholated ointment, over the counter antihistamines, Neti pot, nasal irrigator. For the sore throat, menthol lozenges, essential oils (peppermint), and oral anesthetics (Cepacol) can't be beat.

$30-$50: Vapor inhaler and humidifier

$50-$100: Air purifier, better air purifier

(And no, I don't work for Honeywell... their filters are just cheap and easy to come by)

I’ve been using Sky Organics. Sky Organics Castor Oil -Amazon

1. Something that is grey. (Wish List)
   
2. Something reminiscent of rain. (Music)
   
3. Something food related that is unusual. (Candy/Snacks)
   
4. Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!) Breath mints for my doggies because they like to lick my face, which is gross when their breath stinks. (Pumpkin/Petey)
   
5. A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it! I read a free sample, and it is absolutely hilarious! (books)
   
6. An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related!
   
7. Something related to cats. I love cats! (keep this SFW, you know who you are...) (Pumpkin/Petey)
   
8. Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it.
   
9. A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why? It teaches that you must face the demons of your past in order to achieve inner peace. And it's hilarious. (Wish List)
   
10. Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain.
    
11. Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals.
    
12. One of those pesky Add-On items. (Wish List)
    
13. The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item. Why? We currently have a similar set, but two of the springs have fallen out under my seat, and the back cushion covering is pulling apart. This would be to replace those. (Nice things I don't need right now)
    
14. Something bigger than a bread box. EDIT A bread box is typically similar in size to a microwave. I think this is bigger than a bread box... (Wish List)
    
15. Something smaller than a golf ball. (Wish List)
    
16. Something that smells wonderful.
    
17. A (SFW) toy. (Wish List)
    
18. Something that would be helpful for going back to school. (Wish List)
    
19. Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be. This combines two of my current obsessions - reading and My Little Pony. (Books)
    
20. Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand.
    
    Fear cuts deeper than swords.

Pardon my ignorance but what is PPG? And how would I go about doing a suspension? I'm not new to the drug, just the ROA.

EDIT: This?

lavender oil is amazing stuff, super calming and peaceful and a few drops gets a pillow smelling like comfy sleeps, oh crap scrolled down enough to see you are allergic, but too lazy to delete, i need more coffee

Secondary idea, (radio shows)[http://www.amazon.com/The-Adventures-Doc-Savage-RadioArchives-com/dp/1610815009/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376398801&sr=8-1&keywords=doc+savage+audio] when i was a youngen I would always have trouble falling asleep so i would put on a radio show like doc savage or the shadow, the only problem would be the occasional night when i get woken up to a gun shot or a yell in the show but generally they are interesting enough to be fun but chill enough to fall asleep to

I don't want to be an adult anymore because it really freaking sucks sometimes.

I hope you feel better soon. :/ I hate feeling like that, and unfortunately, it's been a lot lately.

This oil is currently only $2.82 + $1.99 shipping, but the price literally changes every 30 minutes, so it will probably be $120 by midnight.

Thanks for the contest!

The essential oils sold with diffusers are often diluted - These oils are only meant to make a home smell nice.

I purchased my original essential oils at a health and wellness store (the type that sells whey powder and meal replacement mixes), though you can often find them online for lower prices. I know the brand I use isn't the "best," but for adding a little scent to my hair soap and ACV rinse it works great!

There are the two I have:

http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Rosemary-Oil-1-Ounce/dp/B000MGOYZE

http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Lavender-Oil-1-Ounce/dp/B0009RSP38/

I use about 10 drops per cup of water.

Daily, I'll have about 1-2 sessions. I use about .15g (half a oven), and I add a stainless steel pipe screen to fill the rest of the oven (so the herb isn't loose.) I can typically get about three sessions on low > med > high temps (make sure you rotate the herb with a pick between sessions.)

Edit:
Cleaning isn't a big problem. The only issue is a stuck mouthpiece every once in a while (if you haven't cleaned it in a week or so), but I recently bought propylene glycol and apply it every cleaning session and have had no problems since.

Edit 2: If you're in a group setting, there's no need for the screen, just fill the oven to a full .3g.

Please do not use toothpaste! You don't want to end up like this.


There are better products for removing and/or preventing pimples:

Mario Badescu's acne products: Drying Cream, Drying Mask or Special Healing Powder. - I like their drying cream. It works very well but not fast enough.

Murad's Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel - I never purchased but my esthetician normally use this to treat my zits for my facials. It is very stingy but it does work very well.


La Roche-Posay Efflaclar Duo or Efflaclar K. - I prefer Duo than K. I had congested pores on my cheek/temple area. I applied really thin layer all over my face and next day, they all disappeared. I can't really use Duo everyday because it will dry my skin. This stuff is pretty harsh for my sensitive skin.

If you want something natural - Burt's Bees Herbal Blemish Stick or tea tree oil.

Tea tree oil is my holy grail. It is effective than drugstore products and cheaper! I use it 3x a week. Dilute it with cold pressed olive oil (two teaspoon olive oil and 3-5 drops tea tree oil) and apply on my face / neck. Massage it for 10 minutes and let it sit for a few minutes then wipe it off with warm towel rag.

I've found it helpful with sleep. I typically use lavender at night and it really calms me. Using it during the day has been somewhat helpful but I've noticed if I'm around the scent too long or it's too strong I'll get a headache. I'm sure everyone is slightly different, but I will say it's definitely helped. I got into a routine of using it at nighttime about an hour before bed. I would turn it on while getting ready for bed then spend about an hour awake with it just relaxing. I tried to get into a routine with it so my body and mind would understand it's time to relax and settle down. Honestly that in itself has done wonders for me. I don't use it as often during the day as I do at night. I have close friends who have diffuser bracelets and necklaces and they've said good things about those.

This is the oil and diffuser I purchased off Amazon. I wasn't looking to spend a lot since it was my first time using either but I'm really happy with both products! Eden's Garden has tons more than just lavender if you'd prefer something else!

Lavender Eden's Garden

Essential Oil Diffuser

Edit: Added more info about how I use it at night.

These are pretty cool, too, if you're into diy:

http://www.amazon.com/64-Bottle-Essential-Presentation-Portfolio-5-15ml/dp/B0007SMXQY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1370319244&sr=8-2&keywords=essential+oil+carrying+case

Something like this?

It's an essential oils carrying case. holds 64 5-15ml bottles.
That would be perfect for holding wizlabs flavor bottles as well as 5-15ml juice bottles. A little modification would probably allow you to sacrifice a few smaller bottle slots to make room for a few larger 30+ bottles.

How much glycerine are you supposed to use? I've been thinking about getting some for my upcoming meet but can't figure out how much to take. Also, it's just the vegetable glycerine right? I don't see anything about ingesting it.

Edit: Also, congrats on the meet and qualifying for RUM. That's huge!

I have the Now Foods one and I love it and plan to get a second. I find them all to be overpriced for what they are. I wouldn't mind a non-plastic version too, but the water does not get hot so I doubt there's really a leeching issue. I thought the whole color changing thing was kind of tacky and silly, but now that I have it I kind of like setting it on purple. You can also turn the light off completely which isn't obvious from the description. I don't think a timer is really necessary since they all shut off automatically. I just wish mine held more water.

Also, in the photo it looks like it's purple but it's actually white on top - photo is simulating what it looks like with the purple led on.

For ripped hands and scrapes I've found that the best product to expedite the healing process is Tea Tree Oil. You will see a noticeable improvement just a couple hours after applying it to the affected area and in a day or two the skin should be close to fully healed.

I haven't tried using prep h, but this stuff works and is definitely less embarrassing to buy.



Edit: Also, I can confirm that the feeling of applying new-skin to a recently torn hand is probably the most painful 3 minutes I have ever experienced.

Amazon.ca.

With Amazon prime's free shipping you could get this: http://www.amazon.com/100%25-Pure-Tree-Good-Natural/dp/B001063NY8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1375584013&sr=8-1&keywords=pure+tea+oil

I made my own menthol additive, so I can freeze my face off with any soap or post-shave.

For example, I added a single drop to my brush today after loading Mickey Lee's Ruby's Green, and then lathered directly on my face. It was the perfect cooling sensation.

Then I added two drops into my palm before splashing Stirling's Coniferous Witch Hazel/Aloe on my face. Intense! (but awesome)

This is what I used:

• Menthol Crystals (I got 1oz, which I think will last me a long time even if I used the additive every day).
  
• Vegetable Glycerin
  
• Optional: Coconut Oil (see below).
  
  I put some menthol crystals in a ziploc bag and crushed it with a rolling pin until it was a fine dust. I then put it in a small bottle (I used an empty travel-sized hand sanitizer bottle) and added a small amount of coconut oil to dissolve it, but I consider this optional because the menthol resolidified once the glycerin was added (since requires a certain concentration of oil to stay dissolved).
  
  I don't care to use chemicals like Polysorbate 20 to keep the menthol dissolved, so I just shake the bottle before I use it and it works very well. I don't know if the coconut oil adds anything, so I'll probably skip it next time I make a batch.

Sorry for the late reply but here ya go:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076DJJH5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DteSCbY49RSBT

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076DJJH5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SWzOCbVZYA3A3

Taking a shot in the dark with this but pulled the trigger after reading reviews and my current carts have myrcene in them. I just don't know whether to add a couple drops of VG or not

Health food stores, or online.

My sister-in-law has that exact closet organizer, it's really nice! From my wishlist it's a toss between tea tree oil and rechargeable batteries. It's surprising how much and how quickly I go through them. :/

Thanks! I'd like this or this, depending on what your budget is with all these winners!

I had a similar problem and realized that it is because not all diffusers are the same strength as far as how strong a mist they produce. I did some research and for that thisone produces a strong mist (stonger than the young living one my mother-in-law gave us) and is pretty cheap. We bought a second on the day after we got the first one.

Edit: stronger mist =more smell (depending on the oil you use. Some oils smell more strongly in a diffuser than others)

Hi! My favorite oils I use daily are Lavender, Eucalyptus, and Peppermint. I think those are the best ones because of their versatility. Lavender is an antiviral, antibacterial, antiseptic, antifungal, and so much more and it smells amazing. It literally has 100 uses, if not more. Eucalyptus is an anti-inflammatory, decongestant, antibacterial too! I love to drop some in the shower and breathe it in with steam, same with peppermint oil too! Peppermint oil is antimicrobial, and its amazing to use with a carrier oil like oilve oil, and rub sore muscles with it. You can also out it on your feet to help relieve symptoms of a cold, and lower a fever naturally!
As for a diffuser, I don't actually have one, but the one I really want to get is
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PMNE73Q/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_fD09ub14RE6DD

Or

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GLO7M00/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_qE09ub0PQ682K

I have heard really great things about those two, and I love NOW oils, they are decently priced and they have such a great line :) so if you are thinking of getting into essential oils I reccomend NOW and their diffusers :)

If you want something that lasts longer, is cheaper, and smells identical - buy Silver by Al Rehab. It's as similar to SMW as Cool Water is to GIT.

http://www.amazon.com/64-Bottle-Essential-Presentation-Portfolio-5-15ml/dp/B0007SMXQY

This is gonna sound really weird but buy some glycerin and before you set your foundation/concealer with powder dip your sponge in it and dab it around your face like you would with a face powder and then set it. Glycerin helps lock in makeup like nobodies business! I use this one

https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Vegetable-Glycerine-4-Ounce/dp/B0015C0RIC/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1526022002&sr=8-5&keywords=glycerin&dpID=31aj5X4yB4L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1

Birth control can affect hair thickness/growth. But so can a number of other things, so if the change is significant I recommend checking in with your doctor.

Castor oil might help you combat it. This one is my favorite. I like to put some in a bowl, heat it up (helps your scalp absorb it), put it all over my scalp first and then get the rest of my hair with it aand throw a cap on for a few hours till I wash it out.

I have a problem with lotions on my face. I've found that I break out when I use products with dimethicone in them (which is most lotions unfortunately.) Dimethicone is silicone and if you see something ending in "-cone" a lot of times it's silicone too. Since realizing this I've cut out silicones from the products I use, such as conditioner and face moisturizer.

I've also switched to using jojoba oil as a moisturizer, it is very similar to your skins natural sebum. It is recommended on acne.org, which is a site with a ton of users and reviews. You can purchase it from health food stores like natural grocers or online. You only need a little bit for your face, so a 4oz bottle will last me 6 months or so! I also add a drop of tea tree oil to the jojoba oil before I apply it to my face, it's a natural anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-microbial. Good luck!

So you think adding black pepper to turmeric is just bullshit too. You speak of all this science you believe in but want to pick and choose I guess. All vanillin does apparently is make it not evaporate as fast, what is hard to understand here?

And plus I said more catnip studies need to be done, but catnip essential oil is safe for topical use, so really the only research needed is just larger studies of the effectiveness on mosquitoes.

I've shown you studies on how effective citronella, lemon eucalyptus and now catnip essential oil is on mosquitoes. The only downside for some is how long it lasts. This can easily be avoided by using a oil like coconut oil as the carrier, problem solved.

Plus like I said it works great for gnats as well, which is something DEET can't touch.

http://www.amazon.com/Eucalyptus-Therapeutic-Essential-Edens-Garden-/dp/B002RTVKOC/ref=sr_1_7_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1465101277&sr=8-7&keywords=lemon+eucalyptus+essential+oil

http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Citronella-Oil-Ounce/dp/B000MGOZJ4/ref=sr_1_4_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1465101312&sr=1-4&keywords=citronella+essential+oil

So for about 11$ you can get 1oz and 10mL of essential oil and only need about 20-30 drops per 4oz spray bottle mixed with witch hazel (or coconut oil). 1 oz is about 500+ drops.

Plus if you read any of the reviews it shows how well it works for other people at repelling them.

> So you think adding black pepper to turmeric is just bullshit too. You speak of all this science you believe in but want to pick and choose I guess

in the context that adding black pepper to turmeric makes food taste better? I don't think that is bullshit. I would think it is bullshit if you said that adding black pepper to turmeric cures a sore throat, cancer, helps the skins, and repels bugs. Though, if there are science backing up any one of those claims, then I would use it. And no, I don't pick and chose my science. I agree with you on lemon eucalyptus, but it was citronella/vanillin mix that science need more research for. (and in the study I provided it did say that vanillin extended the longevity of the repellent.)

> And plus I said more catnip studies need to be done, but catnip essential oil is safe for topical use, so really the only research needed is just larger studies of the effectiveness on mosquitoes.

On which I agree with you. I said it looks promising, but it still needs to be tested for human/animal safely. With new chemicals/substances/cures/etc, you never know how it reacts to human/animals. I simply said that many "cures for cancer" pop up and most never make it final product. Thus, Catnip may turn out to be a dud

> I've shown you studies on how effective citronella, lemon eucalyptus and now catnip essential oil is on mosquitoes. The only downside for some is how long it lasts. This can easily be avoided by using a oil like coconut oil as the carrier, problem solved.

Once again, I agree with you on lemon eucalyptus, but catnip and citronella need more research. Coconut oil (again, adding a new substances, I see) can be used as longevity extender since it is an unsaturated fatty acids (like you said slows evaporation). Again, they look promising as an alternative to DEET.

>Plus like I said it works great for gnats as well, which is something DEET can't touch.

......in a discussion about mosquito repellent.

> http://www.amazon.com/Eucalyptus-Therapeutic-Essential-Edens-Garden-/dp/B002RTVKOC/ref=sr_1_7_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1465101277&sr=8-7&keywords=lemon+eucalyptus+essential+oil

>http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Citronella-Oil-Ounce/dp/B000MGOZJ4/ref=sr_1_4_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1465101312&sr=1-4&keywords=citronella+essential+oil

>So for about 11$ you can get 1oz and 10mL of essential oil and only need about 20-30 drops per 4oz spray bottle mixed with witch hazel (or coconut oil). 1 oz is about 500+ drops.
Plus if you read any of the reviews it shows how well it works for other people at repelling them.

People can claim anything they want about Citronella Oil or Lemon Eucalyptus and its effectiveness on insect repellent. Only with science, can we determine if those claims are true. Anecdotal evidence is worthless in science.

To expand a little;

buy a shampoo, buy something like this, mix the TTO into the shampoo. Most tea tree oil shampoos contain very little actual tea tree and you'll feel the difference really quickly (keep it out of your eyes), use it daily.
Medical shampoos (like the SB you're using) are formulated to address causes of dandruff, which is completely different from whats going on with your scalp, and are a waste of time.

Also, the coconut oil does wonders.


Putting pure TTO on the scalp is a bit tricky, the stuff doesn't spread very far on its own, it will come with a burning sensation, and if you've got thicker hair or are of the long haired persuasion it takes forever to work it into the scalp effectively.

I'd suggest cutting hats out of the wardrobe altogether and getting some sun on your scalp (it helps), or tossing them thru a lethally hot wash cycle to kill the fungus growing in them.
The reason it makes the problem worse is fungus thrives in warm dark and moist environments, which the hat provides quite nicely, also it gets those fungal cells back in contact with your "clean" scalp, which you definitely don't want.


EDIT: Don't use anything else consecutively with the shampoo/TTO mixture. Throwing a whole toolbox at a stubborn screw is less effective than a good screwdriver. Also your dealing with a fungus issue (yes, that's why it appears to like yeast and sugar in your diet), not a bacterial issue, or a dermal drying issue like dandruff.

http://www.amazon.com/ChefLand-Reusable-Plastic-Dilute-Drinks/dp/B00D3MGYR0/ref=pd_sim_79_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=41oXy25DtWL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1419P412PF4EF7AWAP3D

I bought these since they matched my blue and white jet. other colors are available.

I don't really trust medication for anxiety for many reasons including physical side effects. One thing I have noticed calms me down some are respiratory oils. What I do is dab some onto a cloth surgical mask. It looks a little weird in public so sometimes I'll just put it on a tissue and act like I have a runny nose. As soon as I get a good inhale, my body eases down a bit. But I have to keep breathing it in for constant results. So the best time it works is when I'm able to wear a mask without any weird looks. This especially works if you feel all messed up near your throat from anxiety.
www.amazon.com/Respiratory-Essential-Sinus-Relief-Blend/dp/B012NZQD28/

Please, stay away from cheap body sprays…

Instead, buy some 4711 by Muelhens. It's $30 for a big, 27 oz bottle. They have smaller sizes of course, but a big bottle is cheap and will last you a long time, even if you spray with reckless abandon. Plus it's a classy, classic that's super clean, crisp and fresh. Highly rated and well regarded for a "cheapie".

Or, you can get some Al Rehab Silver roll-on oil. It lasts a while and is cheap ($4 for a roll-on vial). Often compared to Creed Silver Mountain Water, of course it's not the same quality/scent, but a number of people like it.

Thanks for the advice and the encouragement. We have three of these lights but for obvious reasons we don't need them all. We have a GH dual diaphragm air pump and plenty of stones for oxygen. We don't want the extra complications and such from a rec. DWC, plus we have carpet in the room. I was thinking maybe if the water got to warm, I could just throw in a small frozen water bottle or some of these http://www.amazon.com/ChefLand-Reusable-Plastic-Dilute-Drinks/dp/B00D3MGYR0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458687041&sr=8-1&keywords=plastic+ice+cubes.

This is the one I have! I LOVE it!!

here’s an essential oil bracelet


essential oil necklace

http://www.amazon.com/Natures-Oil-Propylene-Glycol-Grade/dp/B00CRML760/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1449107416&sr=8-3&keywords=propylene+glycol

I have been using this shit for over a year. I havn't even put a dent in it. Literally exactly what you need.

Sorry to hear about your struggles. I use one of these steam inhalers with some essential oils. It really seems to help.

What is your experience with using Thayer's Witch Hazel toner for oily and acne-prone skin?

I have been getting some zits after a bout of clear skin. I have always had acne-prone and oily skin. I also found tea tree oil on Amazon that has over 25,000 reviews. Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QJCFWSI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gCT.BbTB4K3E0

I'm not a 100% sure if it should be applied to skin directly or if it needs to be diluted, although people said that it really works to get rid of acne. Thoughts?

I’m an elementary teacher and every year I’d get sick with bronchitis and then had to take antibiotics which I hated. But last year I decided to try something more natural so I bought three things.

• Air purifier for my classroom.
  
  
• Pei Pa Koa- it’s a Chinese cough medicine with natural herbs and products. Any time I feel my throat hurts or that a cough is coming I take it, and the next day I feel better.
  
  Pei Pa Koa - 10 Fl. Oz. ( 3 Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002S56K40/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b8OBCbKCKH2N7
  
  
• Respire Essential Oil - I put 4 drops of this in my humidifier when I go to bed, and the next day I can breath better, and it also helps with sore throat and coughing.
  
  

  1 Respiratory Essential Oil & Sinus Relief Blend - Supports Allergy Relief, Breathing, Congestion Relief, Respiratory Function - 100% Organic Therapeutic & Aromatherapy Grade - 15ml
  

  
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012NZQD28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3.OBCbS2PGET9
  
  Hope you’re feeling better!
  
  

You can buy 100% glycerine and apply it to damp skin, and then follow up with a moisturizer.

Maybe?

We will have to try this out this year.

Something like this will work?: https://www.amazon.com/Lemongrass-Large-ounce-Best-Essential/dp/B00PHLPK1G/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1485545028&sr=8-3&keywords=lemongrass%2Boil&th=1

I'm probably too late, but some ideas!

The mug is a cute idea, I love these "Surprise Mugs"

We don't know which country you or she is from, but it might be nice to get hers something small from her country (or something from your country that's super distinct if she's very excited about living there).

For instance, if she is from Germany, you could get her some Hanuta -- I know when I moved away from home, it was very comforting to get reminders from there.

Or if she's from Belgium, Stroopwafels might be nice to go with tea! Just something small that represents her home.

As for relaxation items (which seems to me to be one of your best options seeing as your ultimate goal is to help her relax, right?), I have a few:

Gong for her desk at work?

A zen "Desktop Garden?"

A Buddha Board for work?

A little desktop fountain?

A diffuser for at home (SUPER relaxing, but you'd also need essential oils)?

Or even a necklace diffuser?

Not with this one weird trick...

Are you located in the US? You can get EO at pretty reasonable prices from Amazon: amazon.com/Lemongrass-Large-ounce-Best-Essential/dp/B00PHLPK1G

I've used this brand with good results.

Link https://www.amazon.com/Elevation-Chemicals-Myrcene-Terpene-Produced/dp/B076DJJH5Y