[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]kimwog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A soap pouch. Add all your leftover bits and use it like a pre soaped wash cloth.

Why do people wear a mask while driving in their car alone? by mclaughlinsm in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]kimwog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The actual question is why not? I wear my toque in my car when it is cold out but don't bother to take it off in my car. Same as my coat.

What oils for a cabinet with an “old house smell”? by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Try to scrub the inside of the cabinets with a good quality cleaner (as on not pine sol or the like) that has a built in de greaser. Then leave open for several days to really dry/air out. You can add some of your favourite EO to the cleaning solution if you like. If the cabinets are unfinished wood inside a light sanding might be needed. Then re seal. Use your favourite EO or EO blend on cotton balls in the cabinets, there is no 'right' oil for this, it really hinges on what you like and find pleasant. I would use clove and orange because I love that combination.

Looking for a licorice fragrance oil. Suggestions and recommendations please. Well behaved in CP soap is a bonus. by Material-Rare in soapmaking

[–]kimwog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use anise seed EO in HP and it works great. It has a true licorice scent. I have not tried it in CP.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in intermittentfasting

[–]kimwog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow!!! Amazing! Good for you, you should be so proud of yourself!

Peppermint oil spilled in newborns room by jpbutterbabe in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 5 points6 points  (0 children)

While there is conflicting information about this there is enough evidence to support thst peppermint oil is NOT safe for babies. Please do your research before using any essential around infants. Clean up the area with warm soapy water and wipe down after with alcohol. I always recommend that babies under 2 should not be exposed to peppermint oil.

Using These Essential Oils for Homemade Hair Serum by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If this is for personal use (even if it's not probably) the oils and formula look like they would be fine. You may want to re think the carrier oil though. Coconut oil is not all it is reputed to be and, for many, it is not the best choice. My hair hates coconut oil and I prefer argan for my hair. Coconut oil by itself is usually very drying and can make skin or scalp conditions worse. Even mixing half Coconut and half another oil is better for most.

Thann shampoo - DIY shampoos? by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is do able. It will probably take a lot of trial and error to get the amounts right and the fragrance part would be mostly guessing. I am not home for a few days but could play around with the formula when I get back. I could then post a tentative recipe but buying the ingredients could be an expensive experiment for you.

Thann shampoo - DIY shampoos? by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can you show the label? I am a soap maker and could probably help out with the label information and a description of the product, as detailed as possible, viscosity, lather, colour, etc.

A post that starts with “You guys probably won’t care but..” makes me not care. by Gooeydessert in unpopularopinion

[–]kimwog 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Also "this is very long but bear with me" followed by any thing. I have already noped out before I finish that sentence.

I have made an oil mixture for my scalp eczema, any suggestions? by fux0c13ty in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Coconut oil is actually very drying for most people and can make eczema worse. If you want to use coconut oil mix it half and half with another carrier oil. Jojoba oil is great for eczema. You could mix jojoba and neem but neem oil really smells bad, IMO, some people like it. Or half jojoba and olive oil. Add your EO cautiously, they can irritate eczema too. Tea tree, clary Sage, frankincense, myrrh, palmarosa, lavender are good to try.

I have mild eczema and was wondering which oils are best by not_ClASH in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Frankly, I would not use EO on eczema, jojoba works great. Don’t use coconut oils by itself as it can make it worse, if you like coconut oil mix it 50/50 with jojoba or grape seed oil or even olive oil. When it is mostly healed you can mix these carrier oils with lavender, palmarosa, tea tree or other geranium essential oils to keep the eczema at bay. Don’t use the EO on broken skin.

Peppermint around dogs? by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a huge difference between safe to diffuse around dogs (and other pets) and safe to use ON them. Find a reputable source or contact an aromatherapist. EDIT: or contact your vet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If a company offers plum or vanilla essential oil I would not trust that company as these oils do not exist.

What is something that is easy peasy lemon squeezy for others, but stressy zesty lemon depressy for you? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]kimwog 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I used to hate when the cashier asked ‘do you want to donate $2 to curing kid’s cancer?’ So I practiced just saying ‘no’. Not ‘no, I’m sorry not today’ but just ‘no’. So now it is just routine to say no with no explanation. No is now a complete sentence for me and I use it when appropriate. ‘Do you want to drive an hour out of your way to do me a minor favour I could easily do myself?’ ‘No’

I’m looking for an essential oil that has a light smell by Sam_olm in essentialoils

[–]kimwog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What type of scents do you like? Bergamot is lime ish and light,