Everyone knows about citronella to repel those pesky insects, but diffusing a blend of any of these oils may help to keep the pests away. Alternately, you could make your own homemade insect repellent spray or...

One of the wonderful effects of diffusion is the antibacterial and antiviral effects of essential oils on room air. So, it makes perfect sense to use it in places where lots of germs exist—like hospitals, doctor’s offices, dentist’s offices, and other health care facilities. In fact, there are published accounts …