Sweet Marjoram essential oil continues to inspire me. Its fresh, herbacious, woody, warm and sweet aroma is beautifully unisex and balancing. I love it in the bath at night with lavender because it works wonders for a restful night and sore muscles after a long day in my bodywork studio. I find it extremely effective… Continue reading »
Jan
05
The Benefits of Inhaling Essential Oils
The benefits of essential oils can reach the system via skin application, an area very few consider when presented with the term aromatherapy. But while the medicinal properties of the oils can enter the system via our skin, thereby addressing physical symptoms such as muscle pain, arthritis, cramping or digestive issues, their aromas benefit us… Continue reading »
May
06
The Mother of Essential Oils – Lavender
With Mothers Day right around the corner I started to think about what essential oil I associate with motherhood. It took me about 5 seconds before Lavender (Lavandula agustifolia) popped into my head. Yes of course! Nurturing and flexible Lavender. The mother of all essential oils! Lavender essential oil, which is distilled from the flowers,… Continue reading »
Mar
28
Anxiously Awaiting
I’ve been anxiously awaiting the arrival of Monday for a week. The anticipation almost feels like Christmas morning when I was a child. I tend to get like this when any oil is due to arrive but it is especially strong this time around. I will be receiving an essential oil that sounds so beautiful… Continue reading »