A favorite in my aromatherapy library is a book called Secretory Structures of Aromatic and Medicinal Plants by Katerina P. Svoboda and Tomas G. Svoboda. It is a rare find so I thought I would share some of the beautiful microscopic images it contains. The images are of various aromatic plants and their secretory glands.… Continue reading »
Dec
05
Autumn & Psoriasis Support
WOW! I can not believe it has been more than a month since I last posted! It is amazing how busy this time of year can be…but also so invigorating. With the crisp autumn air and all of the entertaining the holiday season brings, comes wonderful aromas all around. As a clinical aromatherapist the medicinal… Continue reading »
Aug
30
Essential Oils And Skin Application
When most people hear the term aromatherapy, their minds often and understandably assume that inhalation is the only way to benefit from essential oils. I get asked quite a bit how it is possible for essential oils and their properties to be absorbed into the skin – our largest organ. While it is true… Continue reading »
Jun
30
The Versatility of Essential Oils
As I was making a custom blend for a client yesterday, it dawned on me what a different direction I took with it then what the client actually asked for. I had written an email to all my clients about a week ago explaining which oils I had on sale. Two of which happened to… Continue reading »
Jun
15
Essential Oils That Are Saving My Life Right Now.
Aside from acting as an insect repellent, essential oils can be used in many more ways during the summer months. During the last few days, I have used them in ways that have come close to saving my life. Ok, I may be being a bit dramatic but that is certainly what it feels like.… 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 »
Apr
20
Effective Insect Repellent Essential Oils
If this past weekend taught me anything, it’s that Spring is in full bloom and the mosquitoes can’t get enough of me! I can’t count how many times I wished I had some of my insect repellent with me as I walked around the many festivals Atlanta had to offer. It inspired me to make … Continue reading »