I was reading an article from the BBC about a study on the impact smelling rosemary essential oil has on the brain and boosting memory. Fascinating research if that interests you. Apparently, word has gotten out, as Rosemary extract sales have exceeded over $200 million in the US and will continue...
Aromatherapy has been around for centuries. The power of essential oils through scent diffusion and topically has long been accepted as a way of treating a multitude of problems. The uses of essential oil includes medical ailments, aiding sleep, in skincare products and for improving moods and wellness. However, there...
Lemon Myrtle is a tree native to Australia. It grows in the wild and is highly cultivated particularly for its leaves for tea, cooking and essential oil. It has a beautiful citrus lemon scent. This could be because it has been found to have the highest citral purity of all...
What is a therapeutic candle? A therapeutic candle is a candle that is created using a combination of essential oils. Therapeutic candles can come in an endless combination of your favourite fragrance notes, all offering a multitude of different benefits and mood-enhancing combinations. For example, there are therapeutic candles to...
It seems like we barely had time to enjoy the summer and now we are halfway through fall. I was with friends the other day and one mentioned that she was almost done with her holiday shopping. This news sent our other friend into a frenzied panic. Somehow one friend’s achievement dealt a personal blow...
Are you struggling to switch off after a busy day at work? Or are you just looking to bring a deeper level to your sleep? Carrying out evening rituals where you switch off your technology and indulge in some self-care can help to achieve this. Using aromatherapy and essential oils...
Essential oils are the essence of a plant's stem, flowers, bark, leaves, roots or occasionally its fruits. These fragrant oils can contain up to 60 different substances! That is why it is important to know which essential oils are good for your skin, which ones are not so good and...
Essential oils are the fragrant essence of a plant and the perfect ritual to add to anyone's routine. With countless benefits, it’s an all-natural addition that can be used alongside your normal routine either by using them in a scent diffuser, on linen, ingesting it, applying it to the skin...
“Yoga is a way to freedom. By its constant practice, we can free ourselves from fear, anguish, and loneliness.” - Indra Devi, Yoga Teacher We’ve already covered the best essential oils for your yoga practice, but you may be wondering how to incorporate these into your regular yoga routine. After...
