Its officially cozy season, which means it’s time to grab a blanket and a good book, and curl up on the couch. We’re also gathering with loved ones – tis the time of year for gratitude and togetherness.
Here are some of my favorites to help make your home cozy and clean this season!
Whether we’re unwinding or entertaining, we really need those seasonal scents to create that warmth we all love when the air gets crisp.
Candles
I love candles…the soft flicker, the yummy aromas. They’re a top pick for making my spaces extra welcoming. But, from the wick to what they’re scented with, candles can be super hazardous to our wellbeing. I decided to give the conventional ones the boot a few years ago, and it has been a game-changer (especially for hormone balance). But fear not darling, Fontana Candle Company has us covered! These candles are high quality and clean; made from beeswax and coconut oil, with essential oils and wood wicks. They’re also the first to be MADE SAFE certified.
Essential oils
I use essential oils for all kinds of things in my home, and you bet I have my diffusers running around the clock this time of year. Not only does this give me a safe way to bring all the best smells into my home, but it helps improve air quality and support my immune system (because no one wants to add cold and flu symptoms to this festive season!).
My go-to when the leaves start to change is the doTERRA Harvest Spice blend! It’s a combo of a few powerhouse oils, including Clove and Cinnamon Bark, that help me stay healthy…and have all my neighbors wanting to stop by more often! I also love to add a couple of drops of doTERRA Wild Orange or Citrus Bliss to give it that complimentary citrus kick. *An important note: PLEASE only use and diffuse certified pure oils, like doTERRA. Most of what’s on the market is not pure and not safe!
Blankets & Bedding
No one likes to snuggle up with toxins. Did you know that cotton is one of the dirtiest crops? When you want to get comfy, I highly recommend reaching for a soft throw that you know is made with good, clean materials. My favorite brand for better bedding and blankets is Under the Canopy. They offer organic, non-toxic bedding and linens at affordable prices (and they often have great sales!). I’m a hug fan of their sateen sheets and bath towels.
Coffee
Who doesn’t love a good PSL?! But really, let’s talk about what’s in your coffee cup. I’m all about an indulgence and caffeine is an absolute must with shorter days and changing weather, but coffee can harbor lots of nasty things like mold and heavy metals (ummm gross!). This cleaner alternative will turn your kitchen into your new favorite coffee shop: Lifeboost Coffee.
This coffee is designed by a doc, single origin, certified organic, third party-tested for over 400 different toxins, AND low-acid! They even have pumpkin spice for ya 😉
Cleaning Products
Just because it’s Fall doesn’t mean we shouldn’t do a little Spring cleaning! Since we’re about to be spending a lot more time indoors these next few months, and hosting holiday festivities, it’s the perfect time to make home extra clean and inviting. And we don’t wanna spoil our cleaner scents, snuggles and sips with chemical cleaning products. Let’s upgrade!
I always keep these under my sink: doTERRA Abode Surface Spray & On Guard Cleaner Concentrate. The surface spray helps you shine just about anything. The cleaner concentrate is great for everything – I mix it with some oils (a few drops of Lemon or Tea Tree, usually) and water in a glass spray bottle to clean up countertops and my bathroom, and add it to baking soda to give sinks and tubs a good scrub. Oh, and this stuff smells great too!
Wishing you warmth and wellness!
XOXO,
Carrie
FYI: I am a doTERRA wellness advocate. If you purchase through the doTERRA links in the post, I will receive a commission.
