Researchers have discovered that a chemical compound found in essential oils improves the healing process in mice when it is topically applied to a skin wound. Indiana University researchers have ...

Scientists at Indiana University (IU) have discovered that a chemical compound found in essential oils improves the healing process in mice when it is topically applied to a skin wound. The team ...

Knee and joint pain can disrupt your daily life. But there are ways to feel better. Plant-based essential oils might help, along with over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications. Essential ...

What does the smell of cinnamon make you think of? How about the aroma of ginger? You are probably thinking of the holidays! Have you ever wondered about the science behind these amazing smells?

Citrus fruit rinds, or peels, contain limonene. It’s a chemical that can be used in cosmetics, foods, and cleaning products. There are potential health benefits of limonene, but more research is ...

When it comes to clean beauty, “natural” isn’t always best. Here’s what’s safe and beneficial, and what’s best to avoid. By Jessica Schiffer When Kristen Fanarakis emerged from a facial at an ...