Rituals & Remedies
Welcome to the Camp Wander blog, your home for natural remedies, everyday rituals, and plant-based wellness you can trust.
Wander through your Wellness Resource:
Essential Oil Wheel For Your Reference Library
The essential oil wheel helps you understand the chemical families behind each oil and why they work. Learn the roles of terpenes, esters, phenols, alcohols, and more so you can choose the right oils for detox, immunity, stress relief, and healing.
How Ylang Ylang Supports Your Heart
Ylang Ylang is a powerful yet gentle essential oil that supports circulation, eases inflammation, and helps balance blood pressure. Massage a single drop over the heart daily for soothing physical and emotional support.
Diffusing Essential Oils Is Self Care Magic
Diffusing essential oils is a simple form of self care that melts stress, boosts mood, supports immunity, and refreshes your space. Create a calming, happy atmosphere with your favorite oils.
25 Essential Oil Recipes To Write Down
Explore 25 essential oil recipes you’ll want to keep in your journal. From breathing support and allergy relief to pet care, cleaning, and skincare, these simple blends make natural wellness easy.
New to Essential Oils? Start Here
New to essential oils? Begin with four essentials: Frankincense, Myrrh, Helichrysum, and Lavender. These powerful oils support immunity, skin, hormones, circulation, and emotional well-being.
The Spirit of Spearmint Essential Oil
Spearmint essential oil awakens energy and strengthens intention. Its fresh, minty aroma supports clarity, motivation, and forward movement. Try it in a warm compress, diffuser blend, or direct inhalation ritual.
How To Bring A Pine Forest Home
Bring the scent of a pine forest into your home with Silver Fir, Frankincense, and Wild Orange. This fresh evergreen blend purifies the air, reduces inflammation, and creates a grounding, balanced atmosphere.
DIY Spider Repellent Spray with Peppermint Essential Oil
Repel spiders naturally with a Peppermint essential oil spray they can’t stand. Safe, simple, and perfect for homes and RVs, this DIY formula keeps insects away without harsh chemicals.
Inhalation of Citrus Oils Lift Depression
Inhaling citrus essential oils can naturally lift depression by boosting serotonin and dopamine. Research shows citrus oils may reduce the need for antidepressants and help restore emotional balance through the olfactory system.
As Above So Below With Essential Oils
Discover what a carrier oil is, why it’s essential for safe aromatherapy, and how to use it effectively. Learn the difference between carrier oils and essential oils, why Fractionated Coconut Oil (FCO) is a Camp Wander favorite, and how to create the perfect dilution ratios for adults and children when applying essential oils topically.
Sweater Weather Diffuser Blend Recipe for Fall Aromatherapy
Bring the cozy charm of fall indoors with our Sweater Weather Diffuser Blend. Wild Orange, Immunity Impact Blend, and Ginger come together to create a warm, comforting seasonal aroma that inspires baking, flannels, and slow living.
How to Maintain a Healthy Immune System with Nature and Essential Oils
Your immune system thrives on balance, nature, and real connection. Explore simple ways to support immunity through essential oils, grounding, clean air, gratitude, and time spent among trees.
Essential Oil Protocol for High Blood Pressure
Support healthy blood pressure naturally with essential oils that activate the vagus nerve and calm inflammation. Learn how Equilibrium Blend, Clove, Lime, and Cypress help slow the heartbeat and promote balanced circulation.
Get Your Sense Of Smell Back
You can retrain your sense of smell using essential oils. This simple, science backed olfactory training method uses four scent categories and daily repetition to help restore smell over time.
Can Essential Oils Be Too Much of a Good Thing?
Essential oils are powerful wellness tools, but even natural remedies can be overused. As seasons shift, it is important to balance hot oils like Oregano, Cinnamon Bark, Clove, and Ginger with gentler daily practices. Learn why moderation matters and how CW Salves offer a safer, nourishing way to use essential oils topically.
Life-Changing Benefits of Breathing Through Your Nose
Breathing through your nose supports better oxygenation, warmer airflow, immune protection, and calmer, more consistent breathing. Learn the science behind why nasal breathing benefits your whole body and how it compares to mouth breathing, especially during sleep and seasonal wellness shifts.
Why Sinuses Are Your First Line of Defense
Your sinuses play a powerful role in protecting your body from irritants, toxins, and viral particles. A simple steam session can help flush out congestion, thin mucus, and support your natural immune defenses before symptoms ever appear. Learn why sinus care matters and how essential oils can enhance the benefits.
Keep RV Toilets Fresh and Clean with Essential Oils
Boondocking or campground living makes close quarters feel even closer, which is why a simple drop or two of Bergamot can completely transform your RV toilet experience. This natural antibacterial oil keeps things fresh without harsh chemicals or pricey spray products. Add a travel diffuser and your home-on-wheels feels cleaner and cozier all around.
Oil Pulling to Whiten Coffee Stained Teeth
Coffee stains happen, but oil pulling offers a simple natural way to brighten your smile. Swishing coconut oil with Peppermint supports whitening, pulls toxins from the gums, loosens plaque, freshens breath, and even benefits sinus health. A gentle daily ritual with big beauty and wellness rewards.
Simple Panic Attack Hack with Essential Oils
Overactivity in the right frontal lobe can heighten anxiety, but targeted inhalation of essential oils through the left nostril may help restore balance. This simple method activates the left frontal lobe, calms emotional overwhelm, and can stop a panic attack in its tracks. Learn how essential oils work through the olfactory pathway to support rapid nervous system relief.

