Whether you are an expert or a beginner, using a good yoga mat spray is important. Over time your yoga mat can start to accumulate germs, bacteria and fungus which can lead to athlete's foot, plantar warts, and even ringworm. Keeping your yoga mat clean and germ free is a must.
Our Organic Protector™ Essential Oil Blend has germ-fighting and antiseptic qualities to help prevent infection and combat infections. We’ve created a DIY yoga mat spray with this protective blend to keep your mat clean so you can stay healthy and focus on the healing benefits of yoga.
A great way to use Protector is on your hands. When you are on the go, it isn’t always convenient to wash—try this all-natural hand sanitizer made with Protector oil for that extra level of protection.
DIY Protector Hand Sanitizer:
Research from Weber State University in Utah showed that the Protector™ Blend has an impressive 99.96% success rate at killing airborne bacteria. Diffuse 5-6 drops (or refer to your user manual) to clean the air in your home and boost your immunity. Another way to combat the spread of the flu is to clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Add 12-24 drops to 4oz each of water and vodka (or vinegar) for a simple, green disinfecting spray to use around the house.
Mixing essential oils is part art and part science. The chemistry of the oil is important; this determines its volatility, viscosity and its properties.
Keep your bathroom smelling fresh with this simple trick. When you get out a new roll of toilet paper, place a few drops of your favorite essential oil in the cardboard tube. How easy is that?
A hugely underrated member of the five senses, your sense of smell has a powerful effect on your brain’s many functions.
A combined study at the University of Cincinnati and Catholic University of America showed that smelling Peppermint essential oil enhanced alertness, focus, and concentration and according to a British study published in the International Journal of Neuroscience,inhaling Lavender essential oil before doing math problems helped subjects complete the problems faster and more accurately than the control group.
We don’t know whether or not the Thieves story is true, but the essential oils are antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-infectious. Truly, a protective blend!
The traditionally accepted recipe contains a blend of 5 essential oils: Clove bud, lemon, cinnamon bark, rosemary and eucalyptus. Research from Weber State University in Utah showed that the blend has an impressive 99.96% success rate at killing airborne bacteria.
