May
06

The Mother of Essential Oils – Lavender

TweetWith 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
27

Meeting Helichrysum

TweetMy husband and I took a little getaway to Callaway Gardens this past weekend.  It was our first time there and WOW what a treat!  I definitely think (despite the tornado-like weather on our second day)  this place is our new favorite local getaway spot.  I remembered to bring the insect repellent I made from… Continue reading »

Apr
09

Female Health With Essential Oils Part I

TweetLast night I had the pleasure of attending part I of a three part teleconference series on Female Health: Essential Oils for Maintaining Hormone Balance.  It was given by Dr. Vivian Lunny and lasted about an hour.   The National Association  for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) holds these monthly and they are free for professional members such… Continue reading »