Essential oils are currently enjoying a renaissance in the world of holistic health and wellness—with fans touting their effectiveness in treating everything from stress and anxiety to nausea and pain ...

The plant-derived oils smell great, but the evidence they can heal you is rather lacking—and they can even be harmful. Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as ...

You've likely seen — or smelled — essential oils before: Small bottles with potent scents, usually sold in stores surrounded by other "natural," "holistic" products. If you're considering getting into ...

Some essential oils, including eucalyptus and peppermint oils, may help open the airways and ease sinus congestion. However, more research is necessary to support their use. Essential oils are a ...

Thyme, rosemary, and lavender have long been associated with natural medicine. Today, however, these aromatic plants are ...