By: Maddison Macdonald, Co-op Staff Member (photos courtesy of Aura Cacia)
The holidays are here again, and boy has it been hard to get here. With COVID going around, it’s no wonder that the holidays can seem even more stressful than usual. COVID has caused not only physical damage, but mental and financial. Gifting season is around the corner, and for a little peace of mind and some bang for your buck, here are some great ways to still spread joy, while preserving your own.
My favorite thing to do around the holidays is to make my own gifts! I think this is a way to easily personalize your gifts, all while not spending a whole lot. The world of DIY is endless, and here are a few options from Aura Cacia that are not only good for the season, but year-round use.
Aura Cacia Cleansing Hand Gel Spray – click for recipe
One of the great things about this recipe is that it makes two bottles! Here at the Co-op, we carry all the essential oils used in this recipe as well as empty spray bottles. Don’t see the bottle you want? Don’t fret! We may be able to order the one right for you. After making a couple of batches, you’ll still have plenty of product left. This gift is cheap, sensible, and definitely useful. Who knows, maybe it will become one of your staples.
Customizable Room Spray – click for recipe
I love the idea of being able to bring peace of mind and a little holiday spirit into gifting. With this room spray recipe, you can easily change the scent and potency. If you really want to get into the holiday spirit, try adding in cinnamon, wintergreen, pine, or any of your other favorite holiday scents. Feel free to play around with the blends of oils. You may find the perfect scent not only for your friends and family, but for you as well.
DIY Fizzy Foot Soak – click for recipe
I cannot stress this enough, taking care of our mental health during these times is crucial. We often find ourselves spending a lot of time alone these days, and what better way to spend that time than by taking care of ourselves. This fizzy foot soak is a great way to unwind, de-stress, and quiet our minds. Jazz it up with your favorite holiday scents, or just leave it plain Jane. The beauty of DIY is the endless options!
Gifting season is hard, and perhaps for some of us, even harder. These easy-to-make easy-to-gift options are just the beginning. Visit the Aura Cacia Recipes website and see what else you can make. Stop by the Co-op and we’ll help you get set up with all your gifting needs. I truly hope that these DIY ideas help you as much as they are helping me. Peace of mind, comfort, and safety are all priorities right now for each and every one of us, and the biggest thing to remember in these trying times is that we are all in this together, just apart.
