The air seems to get even colder and drier in the wintertime. If your humidifier isn’t already working overtime to manage the humidity in your home, this may be the time to bust it out — particularly ...

You've likely seen — or smelled — essential oils before: Small bottles with potent scents, usually sold in stores surrounded by other "natural," "holistic" products. If you're considering getting into ...

Humidifiers add moisture to indoor air during fall and winter when humidity levels are low. The Mayo Clinic recommends 30 to 50 percent humidity levels for indoor air to prevent dry skin, nose and ...

A humidifier isn’t made to have essential oils in its water storage tank. The type of plastic they’re made from, usually ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene), isn’t designed to hold oils long-term.

Editor's note: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) notes some possible risks when using essential oils in proximity to pets. Before buying an oil diffuser, be sure it ...

Essential oils are everywhere. These potent, fragrant plant extracts have made their way into lotions, household cleaners, massage treatments, and even integrative complementary therapy to help manage ...

Essential oils are currently enjoying a renaissance in the world of holistic health and wellness—with fans touting their effectiveness in treating everything from stress and anxiety to nausea and pain ...