This “beat the blues” diy room spray enlightens the darkest of rooms.
The days are getting shorter and with less light, we might feel our regular moods dimming too. What better way to bring some light back into those dark winter months than to freshen up the house with a hand-made room spray?
Light citrus flavours in the Beat the Blues blend offer a wonderful aroma that reminds us of the smiling, carefree summer months.
In the Energizing blend, rosemary and bergamot stimulate the senses and bring more circulation back into the brain. This improves both memory and mood.
Choose the right one for you and spritz as needed.
Visit us in-store or online to grab all of your DIY supplies.
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January 30, 2015
This “beat the blues” diy room spray enlightens the darkest of rooms. The days are getting shorter and with less light, we might feel our regular moods dimming too. What better way to bring some light back into those dark winter months than to freshen up the house with a hand-made room spray? Light citrus flavours in the Beat the Blues blend offer a wonderful […]
January 30, 2015
This Whipped Shea Moisturizer recipe is as simple as it is hydrating. Make your own moisturizer with 2 ingredients and 10 minutes of your time, in the comfort of your home.
January 30, 2015
This beautiful Herbal Tea Blend for Immunity not only tastes great, but it fortifies the immune system and helps to wake up, with no coffee crash!
January 23, 2015
It’s really not your fault. Your hands are getting itchy, and your lips getting parched. Your cuticles are peeling and your cheeks are sporting that dull, chapped “winter” layer of skin. (Welcome to the next few months…). So how do you keep a winter glow – read on… We essentially live in an inhospitable winter environment, and our coping mechanisms, though they may keep us toasty warm, […]
January 3, 2015
This blend looks at the essential oils from an esoteric point of view. Each one of these oils is ruled by the sun and the element fire. May it fill your home with strength, warmth, and good fortune. Visit us in-store to grab all of your Essential Oil needs, click here! Winter Solstice Blend Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Add to Shopping List […]
December 23, 2014
Katarina, one of Kolya Naturals Wholistic Skincare Consultants, shares her Holiday Beauty Favorites: 4 of my favorite every day products to keep me fresh and glowing this holiday season! Eminence Organics Eight Greens Phyto Masque, helps keep my hormonal acne at bay while giving me a natural rosy glow perfect for those holiday parties. I like to use this product about twice a week and […]
December 19, 2014
In modern society, having a natural stress remedy to better handle stress is no laughing matter. When we are under long-term stress, causing inflammation and a flood of hormones like adrenaline and cortisol from our adrenal glands, one of the first casualties is our brain and nervous system. Ongoing activation of our fight or flight response through the sympathetic nervous system impairs memory and learning, along […]
December 11, 2014
All Danielle wants for Christmas… Lets face it… a retail environment during the holidays can be a little stressful. For me, stress can cause breakouts…and the added sugar intake that goes along with the season only adds to my skin woes. Not to mention, the combination of being on my feet all day, as well as worrying about the mountain range forming on my face can […]
December 10, 2014
Stocking Stuffers Under $10 1. SpaRitual Minis What women doesn’t have a basket full of nail polish hidden away somewhere? Usually, only a quarter used and the remaining bottles have become so goopy that any attempt to use them ends up looking like a three-year-old gave you a pedicure! Well, we have found the solution! These Sparitual minis are the perfect size for trying colours before […]
December 5, 2014
Why not make your morning coffee a superfood delight? Many of us from the family here at Kolya Naturals and Optimum Health have been experimenting with different ways to make a morning ritual more beneficial. Whether you’re looking for ways to curb the caffeine jitters, cut down on dairy consumption, or just how to impress your barista friends, we found some tips to help. This […]
November 21, 2014
The coming holiday season stirs emotions like no other; whether it be childhood nostalgia, longings for those no longer with us, memories of joy and delight, or dread about the many details that need to get done. We rollercoaster through these days, seemingly with little control over how to react, or keep up the pace. Sometimes it takes a toll on our health, and exhaustion cloaks […]
November 14, 2014
First off, for many of you who currently use whey protein and are well aware of how supplementing your diet with this type of protein can produce amazing results, I want to point out that this article is more for the “beginner or novice” whey users.
October 24, 2014
The combination of soothing ingredients makes this the best soothing, hydrating & calming bath tea yet! Calming Bath Tea Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Add to Shopping List This recipe is in your Shopping List Print Recipe Print Shopping List Servings Prep Time tea bag Ingredients 1 Tea Bag1 tsp Chamomile Tea Leaves1 tbsp Raw Oats1 splash Coconut Milk add to bath water1 […]
October 10, 2014
‘What do you use?’ is a popular question asked by customers at Kolya Naturals. We’ve taken it to heart and asked our staff to show and tell you what they use at home. Here’s a sneak peek into Amy’s bathroom cupboard to see what she uses: 1. Bobby Pin Home! My dear husband (fed up with my trail of bobby pins around the house) installed magnetic […]
September 19, 2014
Forget about paper…move over stainless steel. Mason Jars are the new cup in town. With the addition Cuppow, any mason jar can be transformed into an eco-friendly drinking vessel or lunch box. Cuppow ~ drinking lids for regular or wide mouth jars. BNTO ~ lunchbox adaptor for wide mouth jars. What is it made from? you ask… Cuppow is made from a carefully selected food safe […]
September 5, 2014
Kolya Naturals welcomes Tata Harper 100% Natural Skincare! Did you know that our staff chooses all the products that we use and sell in Kolya Naturals? We experience, investigate, and rate all product lines before we put the on our shelves. Tata Harper is the most recent addition to our collection, receiving raving reviews from our staff including Kolya’s founder, Nicola. Here’s why she fell in […]
August 25, 2014
Not a lot of people realize that we have Do-It-Yourself classes in the Kolya Apothecary for everything from making your spa products from scratch to crafting teas for flavour and medicinal properties. The growing trends of getting back to the basics and learning to do things ourselves are exemplified in the popularity of websites like Pinterest, where people share their homemade projects and crafts. But besides […]