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In Corsica, a golden flower called helichrysum has been cultivated for generations. Though helichrysum—also known as immortelle—is well-known on the island for its unique properties, it is now also ...

There is some evidence that certain essential oils may help improve sleep, including lavender, cedarwood, bergamot, and more. Extracted from flowers, leaves, and other plant parts, essential oils can ...

Curry plant (Helichrysum italicum) is is an evergreen perennial with a strong, curry-like smell that it exudes without being touched. While it is edible – its leaves can be used for flavouring dishes ...

Create a potent wrinkle smoothing serum with essential oils in just three steps. Start with an antioxidant base, add a moisturizing oil, and finally dilute it with a carrier oil. Here are 20 oils to ...

I recently checked out a library book on essential oils. Since I have accumulated quite the collection over the years, I thought it was a good time to refresh the little gray cells on their many uses.

Helichrysum essential oil may have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. However, research into the health benefits of helichrysum essential oil for humans is lacking.

Let me tell you how I decided to buy a curry plant. It wasn’t exactly planned. Just a classic case of “well, if the universe insists, who am I to stand in the way?” You know when you notice a thing ...

August is summer’s fulcrum. The season is at its best, with crackling storms washing away days of sticky heat, and fruits and vegetables spilling out of garden beds. There’s a hint of cool in the air ...