Aromatherapy

Aloe Vera Part 2: What Are the Benefits of Aloe Vera Gel?

Aloe vera has been used for thousands of years and is revered for its healing, calming, and soothing properties. The Benefits Are...

Aloe Vera Part 1: How Pure Is My Aloe Vera Gel

I use it daily as part of my skin care routine. After I was shocked to discover how adulterated my aloe vera gel was, I searched for a...

Rosemary Essential Oil, A Brain Fog Fighter

Rosemary essential oil is my 5 am hero because it helps to dispel the last few traces of sleep so that I can kick start my day with...

Safety first – Diluting and Converting Essential Oils

It is super important to correctly convert measurements and then dilute your essential oils for safe use. A weak dilution could be...

Safety first – Essential Oils - Shelf Life and Storage

Essential oil degradation is affected by three main factors – oxygen, heat and light. So it is super important to understand the...

Safety first – Essential Oils and Phototoxicity

Phototoxicity, also known as photosensitivity, photocontact dermatitis or photoirritation, is an inflammatory skin reaction. If you...

Safety first – Essential Oils and Pets

Just like humans, pets can be sensitive to strong smells and topical treatments. It’s always a good idea to check with your vet before we...

Safety first – Essential Oils During Pregnancy, Breastfeeding and Labor

A woman’s body goes through many changes in pregnancy and it's tempting to try holistic remedies to ease some discomfort. Essential oils...

Safety first – Essential Oils and Children

I can understand how tempting it is to reach for an all-natural remedy when it comes to treating our little ones. Who knows what they put...

Safety first – Essential Oils and Carrier Oils in Aromatherapy

As with anything that we decide to use on our bodies, eat or inhale, there are always safety factors to consider first. Therapeutic oils...