El Grito, September 15, Mexico’s Independence Day The Grito de Dolores (better known as El Grito, the Cry for independence) celebrated every year on the night between September 15th and…
Eucalyptus oil offers many topical and aromatic benefits. Because of its main components, this essential oil has a soothing, cooling vapor. These effects make Eucalyptus ideal for a soothing and…
Are Body Butters better for your Skin? Conventional body-care products can be overloaded with harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, or parabens, preservatives, microbeads and other dubious ingredients. Leer en Español Body…
Citronella candles contain the active ingredient citronella oil. Leer en Español This essential oil comes from the stems and leaves of a perennial grass called Cymbopogon nardus. Citronella oil is…
The most dominant of Mexico’s crafts is in the pottery arts. Pottery was considered one of the highest art forms during the Aztec Empire, the knowledge of making pottery is…
Why Burning Paraffin Wax Candles is Bad for You Leer en Español Without even realizing it, you may be burning paraffin throughout your home while exposing yourself to the health…