THE CHIJI BLOG

Pain can be debilitating on both a mental and a physical level. If you’re experiencing pain, you’ve likely considered trying anything that may help you to better deal with it. There are plenty of options for pain relief out there, from the traditional over the counter or prescription pain medications to more holistic options like essential oils.  No one should suffer with pain, and we’d like to help everyone find what will help them best deal with their daily struggles.  So, to that end, we’d like to take a closer look at essential oils for pain relief. Do they really...

In this life, there are many things we need protection from, both physical and spiritual. We go through our day to day lives trying to keep ourselves and our loved ones as safe as possible, putting on seat belts when we travel, locking our doors before bed, etc. If you could do something to help up that safety level you would, wouldn’t you? That’s why we’re here… to talk about crystals and how they can be used for protection. All of us can use a little extra something watching out for us, right? How Do Crystals Work For Protection? Crystals...

When it comes to showing people how important they are to us, it can feel like there isn’t anything we can do to accurately reflect how much we care. While that may be true, and physical gifts can only go so far, they are always appreciated and are a great way to give back a small amount of what they give to you.  Here at Chiji, we’d like to help, because we believe that having trustworthy people around is one of the best forms of self care.  Write Them Something Instead of purchasing a physical gift for someone that you...

Energy flows in waves in and around us, no matter what we do or don’t do. Our energy is affected by both internal and external influences, so it can sometimes feel really difficult to maintain positive vibes when everything around us seems to be falling apart.  At Chiji, promoting good vibes is what we do. We’ve come up with a list of the best options for gifts that help create and maintain positive energy, which are great not only for gift giving occasions but also for giving “just because.” Especially with everything going on in the world, we could all...

Using a diffuser for essential oil is a great way to experience all the benefits that aromatherapy has to offer. We think essential oils are a great way to expand your self care, and to create an overall atmosphere of good vibes in your space (and we all know that good vibes are a big thing here at Chiji!).  But, with so many different types out there, it can be hard to choose which diffuser is best for what you plan to use it for. We’d like to help by talking about one of the most popular, the ultrasonic diffuser,...

Self care has become somewhat of a buzzword lately. There are so many companies out there trying to push self care as a type of advertising practice, more concerned about selling their products than the mental health of their customers. However, the health and well-being of our customers is absolutely the most important thing to us.  Here at CHIJI, we believe that self care is a vital part of both your physical and mental health. To help, we’d like to discuss exactly why it's so important and how you can take care of yourself.  After all, if you don’t, who...

If you’re lucky enough to still have your grandmother, you know just how special and amazing she is. Our grandparents are a direct connection to our past, to the generations that have come before us.  When it comes to giving her gifts, nothing will be as good as the gift she gives you simply for being alive. But if you want to give her something to touch her heart, here at Chiji, we have a few, heartwarming suggestions. Cozy Gifts No matter how active your precious grandmother may be, they will always enjoy time spent relaxing on the couch. To...

Everyone’s energy needs to be cleansed from time to time. Whether that happens after a negative event or just as part of normal, daily life, sage essential oil can play an important part in being able to clean not only your own energy but the energy of the home as well.  Think of it as a form of holistic self-care that smells (and tastes) delicious. What is Sage? Sage (scientifically known as Salvia) is an incredibly diverse herb. It can be cooked with, used to cleanse, as medicine, or just ornamentally as a decorative plant around the home.  Technically, the...

Diffusers are one of the most popular ways people choose to use their essential oils. Diffusing essential oils is not only easy, but also incredibly effective at delivering all of the benefits of those oils through the power of aromatherapy.  If you’re trying to focus more on your self-care, purchasing a diffuser can be a great way to do that. What Is a Diffuser? A diffuser is a small machine that is used to release essential oils into the air in a fine mist. There are a few different varieties, but all work to provide the user with the benefits...

If you’re moving into a new home or just wanting to change up your interior decor, you’re likely looking for ways to make your home feel and look more unique. Choosing unique home decor can help you really finish your home and can take it from a blank canvas into a space that just screams “you.”  We’re here to help with that with some ideas that combine self care with home care, for a home environment that is both as mental and physically comfortable as it should be. To Begin… While many people choose to put their home together in...

For many of us, self-care includes a focus on skin care. Our skin is our largest organ, so taking care of it is just as important as any other health and wellness self-care that we practice. Part of those practices often include face masks. There are many benefits of masking, but can you do it too much? What Is The Skin, Exactly? Our skin is made up of multiple different components - proteins, lipids, water, minerals, and chemicals. It is composed of a few different layers: The stratum corneum - This is the very outer layer of the skin, the...

Essential oils are so much more than just a way to practice aromatherapy. Holistic ways to increase whole body wellness are becoming more popular as people look to increase their self care and well-being naturally.  But do they actually work? And how can you best use them? Learning a little bit more about essential oils can help you decide if they are right for you. What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils are an extract obtained from either a whole plant or parts of the plant like its flower, seeds, or roots (that is believed to have beneficial properties for either...