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Aromatherapy First Aid - by Wendy Mackay- Top 10 Uses For Peppermint Oil - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2008 from Yvonne LewisAaahhhhhhhhh, cool cool peppermint, soothing yet invigorating, cold yet hot. Don't ever leave home without it! ( travel with your oils because that is when you need them most). You're all familiar with that crazy commercial - "Head On, apply it to the forehead, Head On...etc." Well, no need ...
Views: 19862(4 votes) - Using Aromatherapy & Essential Oils in the Laundry - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Marge ClarkNatural cleaning has become the latest craze with each corporation trying to outdo the other by offering so-called natural products for cleaning the house or for use in the laundry. But how can you know you are actually using an “all natural,” product? One of the safest ways is to purchase ...
Views: 16645(2 votes) - Reducing Inflammation with Essential Oils - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2009 from Maria LowAlthough inflammation usually implies pain and swelling, inflammation is really a healing response. Inflammation is the body's first defense against bacteria, virus or fungi. Acute inflammation in response to an injury or potential illness is normal. However, too much inflammation creates a ...
Views: 14964(2 votes) - Smudging And Smudge Sticks For Health And Aromatherapy Benefit - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2007 from Jennifer KaysMany of us have used smudge sticks for years and felt it’s many benefits. Smudging is such a common, continuous practice that it almost seems modern. Yet smudging is a practice so ancient that we don’t know just when or how it came to be. Perhaps quite by chance or by internal ...
Views: 12817 - How to Make Your Own Aromatherapy Body Spray - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Liani WidjajaAromatherapy body spray is easy to make thus you can benefit from essential oils effect to uplift your mood. It is a wonderful way to start your day. Spray it on your body and you off to go. Another benefit from using this body spray is for hydration and rejuvenation at any time especially ...
Views: 10540(1 vote) - Three Aromatherapy Recipes to Ease Migraines - by If you've ever suffered from migraines, the symptoms are all too familiar: extreme sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, a throbbing, pulsating pain. According to neurologychannel.com, migraines are a relatively common problem, afflicting about 18% of women and 6% of men in the United States. ...
Views: 9852 - ***Sex and Scent - The Secret to Increasing Your Libido Is Right Under Your Nose! Part 2 - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Luke VorstermansExploring through facts, folklore and mating customs the role that the human sense of smell plays in our sexuality. In this conclusion, we continue to explore through facts, folklore and mating customs the role that the human sense of smell plays in our sexuality. Click here to read the first ...
Views: 9849 - Natural Remedies And Supplements For Dry Skin And Winter Itch - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Edith LingenfelterDry skin is a very common condition which happens most often during the winter months. This is when the dry cold outside air and use of indoor heat robs your skin of its natural protective moisture faster than your body can replace it. Symptoms of dry skin may include roughness, redness, ...
Views: 9433(2 votes) - MSM Benefits – Homemade Bath Salts - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2010 from Susan KatchurWhat is MSM? It’s an abbreviation for methylsulfonylmethane, an organic form of sulfur. In its purified form, it is an odorless white crystal, looking very much like table sugar. It is not a medicine or a drug. It is a natural substance, occurring in the body and in plants, and is not ...
Views: 9169(1 vote) - “Aroma-Memory” Helping high school and college students get better grades - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Robin BarnetteIt is a widely held belief that aromas and odors can be potent reminders of our past experiences. Our sense of smell is by far the strongest in provoking memories from our past thus allowing these memories to enter into our awareness with incredible detail. “Aroma-memory” associations have ...
Views: 8833(3 votes) - Banana Oil - Homemade Skin Care - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Susan KatchurBanana oil offers numerous benefits. It's sweet fruity fragrance is used a variety of ways. It's found in soaps, lotions, creams, candles, paints, potpourri, shampoos, conditioners, foods and perfumes. It's used to soften leather, make rayon fabric, make penicillin and for aromatherapy benefits. ...
Views: 8496 - How To Raise Your Vibration Using Color Therapy and Aromatherapy - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2007 from Marlene MitchellColors of flower reflects in the color of essential oils. As plants derive energy from the sun’s component rays which contain all the colors of a rainbow, they offer a special method of absorbing color vibrations into our system. Unlike synthetic substances, which have no vital force ...
Views: 8387 - Aromatherapy First Aid - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2021 from Wendy MackayEvery home and workplace should have a first aid kit. But have you considered also having an aromatherapy first aid kit? Essential oils are perfect for dealing with many of the minor illnesses, injuries and other conditions we encounter everyday, and in a natural, gentle and holistic ...
Views: 8145(3 votes) - Uses Of Dried Lavender Flowers - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Derek LinkLavender flowers and products provide soothing fragrance and relaxation. Some varieties of lavender maintain nearly their full aroma when dried. The Provence and Grosso lavender variety is has excellent fresh and dried fragrance: this is the type of lavender grown at Laura’s Lavender. Dried ...
Views: 7896 - The Many Uses of Frankincense Essential Oil - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Carol WickettI love Frankincense Essential Oil. It is one of my absolute favorite oils. We use it daily in our house. Frankincense essential oil is mentioned 22 times in the Bible. It was given as a gift to Jesus when very young. It was the custom at the time to anoint newborn sons of kings and priests ...
Views: 7819(1 vote) - The Need For Natural Fragrances - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2009 from JoAnne BassettThe Need For Natural Fragrances! Natural eau de toilettes and natural parfums made solely from therapeutic quality essential oils and high quality absolutes are far superior to their counterpart - the synthetic fragrances. Many people who have allergies are not able to wear the synthetic ...
Views: 7724(2 votes) - Sexual Magnetism: Pheromones - The Scent Of Sex - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandSexual Magnetism: Pheromones – The Scent of Sex By Al Link and Pala Copeland - 4 Freedoms Relationship Tantra All this time you thought it was sculpted muscles, dazzling smiles and fast cars that were surefire babe magnets. Well have we got news for you. What really drives women wild ...
Views: 7712 - Cedarwood Essential Oil - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Eric SmithCedarwood Essential Oil is from the genus Cedrus Specifically the Cedrus atlantica. Commonly referred to as Atlas Cedarwood. There are however various other Cedar and Juniper species used to produce Cedarwood Essential Oil but the preferred choice is the Atlas Cedarwood. The Cedrus atlantica ...
Views: 7161(1 vote) - Ear Infection Natural Remedies - Essential oils - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleEssential oils are aromatic oils extracted from flowers, grasses, fruits, leaves, roots and trees. Many of them are anti viral and have immune boosting properties that help you or your loved one fight an ear infection. They also have a delightful, uplifting fragrance that helps enhance your mood ...
Views: 6793 - Chakra Clearing with Essential Oils - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Robin BarnetteHealthy Chakras are referred to as "clear" and "balanced". They help us to maintain our sense of harmony, clear direction and purpose in life. Balancing and healing the Chakras will transform the energy flow completely changing our lives. Essential oils are used to treat our body, mind and ...
Views: 6777(6 votes) - Try A Smudging Ritual During Mercury Retrograde - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Kathleen LamoureuxWe are in the midst of a Mercury Retrograde Cycle (and the effects of a Full Moon Phase). Both of these powerful universal forces can bring in some negative energies when perhaps things are not working or manifesting the way you want. Mercury Retrograde rules communication, information and ...
Views: 6284(3 votes) - Jasmine Oil - Homemade Skin Care - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2011 from Susan KatchurJasmine oil is extracted from the petals of the Jasminum officinale, of the Oleaceae, (olive), family. The delicate flowers are gathered at night to preserve their powerful scent. They're placed on, olive oil soaked, cotton cloths for several days, then extracted. This common white jasmine ...
Views: 6164 - Sensual Aromatherapy - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Rebecca NoelLet's explore some of the more sensual and erotic essential oils that are perfect for romantic evenings with that someone special. Three of the most popular and well known essential oils in aromatherapy that provoke feelings of pleasure, sensuality and erotic moods and help to open the body and ...
Views: 6086 - Boosting Your Self-Esteem with Nurturing Aromatherapy Blends - by "One's self-image is very important because if that's in good shape, then you can do anything, or practically anything."
~Sir John Gielgud
It's true that when we feel good about ourselves, we are more likely to succeed. Unfortunately the reverse is true as well. If you have a poor ...
Views: 6073 - Essential Oils Help With Insomnia And Depression - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Melodie KantnerSleep Better - Feel Better Essential Oils Help with Insomnia and Depression There is a close relationship between depression and lack of sleep. Lack of sleep saps your energy, makes you irritable and sucks all the joy from your life. Insomnia disrupts the normal way of ...
Views: 5930(1 vote) - Hydrosols: Safe & Inexpensive Alternatives to Essential Oils - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Marge ClarkSometimes you will hear the terms hydrosol and spritzer used interchangeably which is incorrect and misleading. Although true hydrosols are the original true floral waters (or herbal waters), be aware that any product sold as a "Floral Water" may or may not be a natural product. The term floral ...
Views: 5930(3 votes) - Go Green With Avocado Oil - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Andrea ButjeAre you using Avocado oil (Laurus persea) in your aromatherapy and massage blends? If not, you’re missing out on a natural, fresh oil that has a fantastic nutty base aroma. While you and your clients enjoy the scent and texture of this carrier oil, it goes to work behind the scenes ...
Views: 5853 - ***Sex and Scent - The Secret to Increasing Your Libido Is Right Under Your Nose! Part 1 - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Luke VorstermansExploring through facts, folklore and mating customs the role that the human sense of smell plays in our sexuality. Do you know what the most important sex organ is on your partner? The brain. Yes, women readers, even for men. The brain programs our sex drive and reproductive behavior. And ...
Views: 5818 - ***How Essential Oils Can Help with Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Peggy CareyAchieving your ideal weight can be challenging, but there are many tools that can help you reach your goal. ESSENTIAL OILS CAN SUPPORT WEIGHT LOSS AND WEIGHT MAINTENANCE As a result of his research Dr. Alan Hirsch says that we feel full because of a special mechanism in our brain. ...
Views: 5809(2 votes) - Lime Essential Oil - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Eric SmithOne of my most favourite oils, Lime Essential Oil is expressed from the fresh skin of the Citrus aurantifolia from the Rutaceae Family, also known as Citrus latifolia. Citrus oils have a lot in common with each other but also stand alone with their own unique properties. Lime trees grow up to ...
Views: 5401(2 votes) - Tea Tree Oil Uses And Benefits - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Liani WidjajaTea tree oil uses are many, although this pure essential oil is most commonly known for their skin care applications but research has shown that tea tree oil can be used as an antibacterial, anti fungal and antiviral property. There are over 100 different components in the native tree from the ...
Views: 5382 - Helichrysum-The Essential Healer - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Marge ClarkIf you use essential oils, you probably reach for Tea Tree and Lavender, two wonderful all purpose oils used often in aromatherapy and by many around the world. However, in recent years, Helichrysum essential oil (sometimes known as Immortelle or Everlasting) has gained tremendous popularity ...
Views: 5372(3 votes) - Cleanliness is essential for your health and your image in peer groups - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Glyn JonesCleaning is really essential. Either it is a home or a commercial place, cleaning is equally important for all the places. Besides being a part of general etiquettes, it is much of making a great impression over your visitors and on lookers. We all love to have a clean and tidy surrounding ...
Views: 5369(1 vote) - Myths & Truths About Essential Oils - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Laura Legere77% of essential oils on the market are synthetic, fake, toxic and dangerous; 22% are adulterated with fillers and 1% are the REAL McCoy. In the US, essential oils are governed by the perfume act. That means a label can say 100% essential oil, but by law only has to have a small amount of ...
Views: 5357(1 vote) - 7 Aromatherapy Solutions for Weight Loss and Fitness - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Cristina Proano-CarrionNatural essential oils can help shape up your body in many ways but they can do so only when coupled with an appropriate diet and exercise plan. Essential oils accelerate the weight loss process by eliminating toxins and toning up the body so that you see faster and better results. Weight loss ...
Views: 5317(4 votes) - All About Bergamot Oil! - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Susan KatchurBergamot oil is a pale emerald green oil, cold pressed, from the fruit peel of the Citrus Bergamia tree. This tree blooms colorful flowers of red, pink, purple or white. It grows a fragrant fruit called the Bergamot Orange. This fruit is the size of an orange, with a green-yellowish color. ...
Views: 5313(1 vote) - Types of Aromatherapy Techniques - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Whitney SeguraThere are a number of different types of aromatherapy that you can use to help yourself relax, unwind, and take a break.At the end of the day, there is little more that you will want to do to relax, and you will find that the beautiful scents of aromatherapy products will help you to take a load ...
Views: 5197(2 votes) - The Gift of Frankincense - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Carol WickettFrankincense truly has proven to be a gift from the creator for me and my family! As are all of the oils I use from Young Living! I personally have used frankincense for a number of things, including creating a blend that included frankincense for my husband after he suffered a small stroke ...
Views: 5160 - Aromatherapy for Labor and Childbirth - by With all the access we have to information about pregnancy--from websites, to books, to childbirth classes--labor itself remains a mystery in many ways. What we do know is that labor is likely the hardest work a woman will endure in her lifetime. It also holds all the beauty, magic and infinite ...
Views: 5088 - Increase Your Focus, Memory & Productivity - Lemon Essential Oil Research - by Submitted on May 13, 2014 from KG StilesLEMON ESSENTIAL OIL ( Citrus limonum ) Aromas: Fresh, sweet, lemony, citrus, fruity Chemical Family: Monoterpene, Lactone Keywords: BODY-BRAIN TONIC Who doesn't love the sweet, tart and fresh aroma of lemon? It's scintillating clean scent appears in many cleaning agents and it's ...
Views: 4950(1 vote) - Aromatherapy oils and their use in calming the effects of Autism - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Eric SmithAutism Autism is a neurological condition with several recognised characteristics. The main is Social Anxiety. Without guided support School and social activities can be difficult for those suffering Autism. Autistic children and adults are also known to have abilities more advanced than ...
Views: 4868(1 vote) - Geranium Essential Oil - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Eric SmithGeranium Essential Oil is derived from the leaf and stalk of the Pelargonium graveolens, from the Geraneaceae family. The graveolens species has a much rosier smell compared to the odoratissimum species, which has more of an apple scent. The Pelargonium graveolens is the most prized of the ...
Views: 4845(1 vote) - Aromatherapy For Seniors - by A lot of scientific research is being done on aromatherapy and the effects it has on our body, mind and emotions. However, hard research supporting the healing power is limited. I often see the effect that different smells have on people. It is very interesting to watch someone inhale a ...
Views: 4741 - Top 10 Essential Oils Used In Aromatherapy - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from sarah labdarAromatherapy has been used for thousands of years as medicines with healing properties. However, now a days we know a lot more about the different types of essential oils and how they can be used to improve physical and emotional health and restore balance to the whole body. Aromatherapy is an ...
Views: 4702(4 votes) - Lemongrass Oil - Homemade Skin Care and More! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Susan KatchurLemongrass Oil is extracted from the fresh, or partially dried, leaves of the Cymbopogon citratus, by steam distillation. This perennial aromatic plant grows up to three feet in height and spreads a foot wide. This plant will flourish year round where the temperature stays 45 degrees or ...
Views: 4683 - Aromatherapy and Yoga for Holistic Healing; My Personal Journey with,"Graves" (Thyroid Disease) - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Robin BarnetteMy journey with “Graves” disease started over 18 years ago I was just into my second trimester of pregnancy when I had a late, (after 12 weeks) unexpected miscarriage. A miscarriage after 12 weeks is not so common so my doctor decided to run a few test. It was then I was diagnosed with “Graves” ...
Views: 4680(1 vote) - Aromas for Lovers and Love Making - The Six Most Powerful Attraction Oils in Aromatherapy - by Submitted on May 09, 2014 from KG Stiles“Lovers don’t just finally meet somewhere. They’re in each other all along.” -Rumi In this article you’ll find out how the power of scent can help: Attract your soulmate/life partner Strengthen your love connection Enhance your love making experience Get unstuck from creating the same ...
Views: 4567 - Essential Oils - Alternatives To Afghanistan's Opium Poppy - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from Gary GummerAccording to a recent press release by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, Afghanistan is currently the world's largest producer of opium, the raw ingredient for heroin. In 2005, most of the heroin sold in Europe was thought to originate from Afghanistan. Strategies are constantly being ...
Views: 4546 - Aromatherapy For Hair Loss - Personal Experience - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from Melanie VonzabuesnigHorrified by my own reflection, I fell to the cool tile of my bathroom floor and sobbed uncontrollably. “Why God, why are you doing this?” I demanded. It was now impossible to conceal my baldness with the few strands of hair remaining on my scalp. It was inevitable…soon I would be completely ...
Views: 4523 - AROMATHERAPY FOR A HAPPY SUMMER - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Vivian Nadya LunnyEnjoy your Summer Holidays and keep healthy by preventing and treating those minor ailments and inconveniences which so easily can spoil a well planned family break. Although we are all aware of the dangers of sun bathing without adequate protection for our skin, if you, like me, enjoy laying ...
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