Best Essential Oils for Winter

Typically, the essential oils (EO) that have a high base or middle note are associated with winter scents. These include cinnamon, clove, frankincense, and ginger. Base-note EOs linger in the air longer than the top and middle note scents like lemon, orange, bergamot, and lavender. During the manufacturing of a perfume, the first sniff of a product will be the top and middle note scents, but the long-lasting, lingering smell of the perfume will be the base note flowers or plants.

Top note oils are light and breezy, making them perfect for setting a spring or summer mood. The best essential oils for winter are deeply fragrant and woodsy. These oils soothe and comfort, and may also inspire happy childhood memories or winter events. Here is a good list of essential oils to use leading up to the holidays and in the winter months after:

• Ylang Ylang
• Rose or Lavender
• Cedarwood
• Ginger
• Myrrh
• Cardamom
• Cinnamon
• Clove

Holiday-Scented Essential Oil Blends

There is no one way to blend a unique essential oil recipe. Experimenting with just a few drops in your diffuser of two or three of the following essential oils is all you need for an apartment full of holiday merriment.

• Peppermint, Lemon, Eucalyptus
• Cinnamon, Sweet Orange, Clove
• Frankincense, Fir Needle, Cedar Wood
• Ginger, Orange, Cinnamon
• Wintergreen, Sweet Orange
• Rosemary, Sage, Thyme
• Peppermint, Lavender, Rosemary

Diffusing essential oils during the holiday season can reduce stress, bring back happy winter memories, promote good health, and usher in the hopes of a Happy New Year.

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Decide on your needs first.

There are so many reasons why people set out to practice yoga. Therefore, you have to ensure that you know your personal needs and goals before embarking on your yoga journey. Suppose you want to attain spiritual growth or simply maintain your physical health. Once you identify your reasons for yoga, you will be in a position to do it. After identifying your needs, it will be easier for you to select the types of yoga that will help you achieve your goals.

Get the best yoga teacher.

This is a very important tip for the people who are just starting out with yoga at Butterfield Apartments. Having a good yoga teacher ensures that you have the knowledge to practice yoga mindfully on your own. It also prevents you from getting any injuries that could come from a lack of familiarity with postures and breathing techniques. When choosing a yoga teacher, ensure that you get someone who is qualified and experienced in the field, and consider how well their personality meshes with your own. A little online research could go a long way in helping you find the right fit!

Avoid making comparisons with other people.

If you've seen others in person or online practicing yoga, ensure that you do not compare yourself with them. It's not always fair to compare yourself to people who have been practicing yoga for a very long time. You'll feel more encouraged to continue with your yoga practice once you accept that others may be more experienced than you and that you will learn on your own terms and timeline. Just show up to the mat and try your individual best.

Select the right clothing.

When you are starting yoga at home, ensure that you feel comfortable and confident in your clothing choices. You don't want to get distracted or frustrated in clothes that keep you from moving the way you intend to or make you feel self-conscious.

In conclusion, yoga can be the perfect activity for you to stay fit, healthy, and mindful right in the comfort of your Flagstaff apartment. If you or someone you know are looking for a new home where you'll have the room to practice, contact us for more information on our spacious floor plans at Butterfield Apartments!

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Sun Safety Tips for Summer

1. Cover up by wearing lightweight, white-colored clothing that will reflect much of the sun's dangerous wavelengths away. Also, wearing a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face and sunglasses that block at least 99% of UV light should be standard wear for long hours outdoors.

2. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to maximize your sun protection. You should apply sunscreen generously and apply it again every two hours that you are in the sun. If you are swimming or when you are sweating profusely, your sunscreen should be reapplied after drying off. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Sunscreens with SPFs greater than 50 provide only a small increase in UV protection.”

3. If possible, avoid the peak hours of sun, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. With a bit of careful scheduling, you can plan your length of time outside to be first thing in the morning or during the twilight hours of early evening. An added benefit is that both these times of day are cooler and more comfortable for outdoor activities in Flagstaff, AZ.

4. Avoid tanning beds and sunlamps, as no tan is worth the increased risk that these products add to the chances of developing skin cancer. Other cumulative damage may include premature skin aging and lax skin, which translates to increased wrinkles later in life.

For your next apartment home in Flagstaff, Arizona, contact Butterfield Apartments, which feature beautiful landscaping, concierge services, and a pet-friendly living environment.

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