Tweet…and not just because of the symbolism with the upcoming holiday season! Frankincense & Myrrh essential oils contain properties that make them a crucial part of the cold winter months. Frankincense Boswellia carterii is steam distilled from resin and mostly made up of Monoterpenes- a chemical family known for relieving pain & stiffness, being mild… Continue reading »
Jan
05
The Benefits of Inhaling Essential Oils
TweetAs previously posted 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… Continue reading »
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 »
Mar
24
What Exactly Does An Aromatherapist Do?
Tweet The main tool of the Certified Aromatherapist are essential oils. Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts from aromatic plants and contain a large amount of their therapeutic properties. Although they are called oils they are extremely light and not greasy like one would expect and due to their small molecular make-up they quickly… Continue reading »
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