Lemon Verbena

One of our favorite scents in the store comes from our popular Mrs. Meyer's products in Lemon Verbena. Much like lavender essential oil, Lemon Verbena also has antiseptic properties which makes it a great addition to natural cleaning products. Its scent is uplifting and refreshing with light floral and citrus tones which can help ease respiratory problems and sinus congestion - another great reason to use it for cleaning throughout your home.

The scent is also known to help lift depression, calm stress, and relax the body and mind. Where your skin is concerned, Lemon Verbena can help reduce puffiness and promote softness, but use sparingly because of its high citral levels which can cause irritation and redness. For skin softening ideas with Lemon Verbena, check out our Mrs. Meyer's hand soap and lotion, as well as our Michel Design Works Shea Butter Soaps.

Lavender

Lavender is one of the most popular essential oils in the products we carry here at Natural Heights. But what, exactly, does it do besides just smell good? Well, there's a lot! One of the most surprising to most people is that Lavender has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which means its uses are many. To start, Lavender oil is a great way to sanitize your home when cleaning. Simply place a drop or two in your own homemade cleaning products, or purchase Mrs. Meyer's and Caldrea cleaning products infused with Lavender essential oil.

Lavender's anti-inflammatory properties also make it a great remedy to soothe insect bites, acne, and general skin irritations. Look for it in some of our best selling products from Burt's Bees (Burt's Bees Res-Q Ointment with Lavender is one of my favorites), Pangea Organics Facial Cream for Combination Skin, and the Lavender Skin Care Products from Avalon Organics.

And let's not forget Lavender's potential for promoting relaxation. A little oil rubbed on the temples is said to soothe headaches, and act as a sleep aid. Use Lavender infused products during your nighttime skin care routine to help you relax into blissful sleep, or in the morning to keep you calm during a stressful day. Treat yourself to some simple luxuries such as our Lavender Fleur Shea Butter Soaps, or a Mrs. Meyer's Lavender Soy Candle to calm and soothe whenever you need a little extra pampering.

New products this week

Stop by the store or visit our website for the latest products in this week!

Zuke's Treats for Dogs - three new varieties
Z-filets in Chicken
Jerky treats in Lamb & Rice
Hip Action treats in Beef

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Soap Refill - Our most popular scent, lavender, is now available in a large refill size to keep on hand.

Naked Bee Products - these popular travel size products now include a facial care line! Facial products also meet the carry-on guidelines for airline travel.
Facial Cleanser
Facial Toner
SPF 18 Moisturizer

Earth Science Facial Masque and Gentle Skin Peel - recommended by a customer, the Earth Science facial care line is great for sensitive skin types.
Purifying Facial Masque
Gentle Skin Peel