I was aware of some confusion in the aromatherapy world regarding the differences between Ravensara and Ravintsara, but it wasn’t until I decided to figure it out once and for all just how much confusion there was. WOW. It’s enough to make you want to just blend the two together and call it a day! It… Continue reading »
Jul
29
Niaouli- The New Tea Tree?
As anyone who has ever dabbled in essential oils knows, the Australian Tea Tree Melaleuca alternifolia is proclaimed as a medicine cabinet in a bottle. And if you have ever spent any time in a natural food store skin care aisle, you know that it is in almost every product – from face wash and wound… Continue reading »
Mar
30
Essential Oils For Hay Fever
It’s that time of year Atlantans both look forward to and fear: Spring. With the gorgeous blooming of trees come the inevitable pollen counts that have been known to reach 3332 – with 120 considered to be extremely high by the Atlanta Asthma & Allergy Clinic. Steaming with essential oils 2-3 times a day, diffusing… Continue reading »