Caring Crate Blog — Aromatherapy

Best Candles for Hygge

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/blogs/caring-crate-blog/best-candles-for-hygge Hygge, or the Danish art of coziness, is absolutely perfect for all those dark nights, when you need a little comfort.  Lighting is a huge part of hygge, and the mood-setting abilities of a soft flicker of candlelight combined with the relaxing properties of aromatherapy make candles a hygge go-to.  Here are some of our favourite candles to add a little hygge to your home.

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Best Essential Oils for Spring

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/blogs/caring-crate-blog/best-essential-oils-for-spring Although we often think of spring as being a time for sunshine and fresh blooms, it can also mean spring showers and seasonal allergies.  To remake your aromatherapy routine for the spring, we've put together several essential oil options that'll help uplift your mood, refresh your skin, and keep your immune system strong.

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DIY Bath Soaks for Self-Care

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/blogs/caring-crate-blog/diy-bath-soaks-for-self-care A nice, warm bath is often synonymous with self-care. And while there are so many different ways to practice self-care, it’s for good reason that bath time is often a go-to. A relaxing warm bath can help to relax your muscles and ease pain, make it easier to fall asleep, and simply being in the water has even been shown to help boost your mood! The next time you’re looking for some solace, try up-leveling your bath soak with one of these easy DIY mixes to reap the benefits of aromatherapy and skin-soothing ingredients during your tub time.

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Soothe Skin With This DIY Rich Rejuvenating Cream

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/blogs/caring-crate-blog/soothe-skin-with-this-diy-rich-rejuvenating-cream Cold weather got you down? Using natural, non-toxic products is great for helping to care for your skin, and making them yourself can be an awesome act of self-care, too. In her book, Pure Skin Care: Nourishing Recipes for Vibrant Skin and Natural Beauty, author Stephanie Tourles shares customizable recipes for facial cleaners, masks, and body creams, scrubs, and more. This cream uses specially chosen ingredients and essential oils to give your skin a high-dose of hydrating, renewing ingredients.

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The Best Essential Oils for Winter

Posted by Janelle Martel on

/blogs/caring-crate-blog/the-best-essential-oils-for-winter As we head into the depths of winter, dry skin, feeling sleepy, and fighting off seasonal illnesses is something that we all deal with. These essential oils are are favourite to reach for when the weather is cold and dark.

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