I was blessed to receive 5 essential oils from a new company recently. As I opened the package and began reviewing (experiencing) these new essential oils, I was first struck by the energetic clarity and vibrancy of these essential oils. They have a presence that is...
It's finally spring and all around there are cleavers, violet flowers, chickweed, plantain and a few other early spring medicinal plants in the area around us. I am sure if you look around your yard or in a field yet to be touched by modern day 'weed killers' you will...
Cottonwood Populus balsamifera This is one of my all time favorite resin buds to infuse. The infused oil smells incredible and is highly beneficial in salves, gels, or massage oils for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Can be used at a 10 - 25% dilution...
Using essential oils directly on the skin without a carrier or base oil is referred to as undiluted or "neat" application. Typically, undiluted application is only used in a specific localized area for acute conditions, treatment work, or reflex/acupressure...
With wintery weather upon us, it is a good time to make some aromatic play dough! Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1.5 cups salt (we used sea salt) 2 Tbsp. cream of tartar (important!) 3 Tbsp. of cooking oil (we used organic canola oil but you could use jojoba, sesame, or...
This winter I have been using a Carrot-Rosehip skin salve on my face and body to prevent and/or 'treat' dryness. This has been a really great addition to sugar scrubs. Recipe: Ingredient Amt %tage Herbal/Vegetable oils...
Eucalyptus, Blue Gum Eucalyptus globulus Labill. Common names: Blue gum, blue mallee, eucalyptus, Tasmanian blue gum Scientific name: Eucalyptus globulus Labill. Botanical family: Myrtaceae Conservation status: Least concern We often think of Australia as the place...
Vanilla Lip Balm Yummy, delicious, and simple yet incredibly effective! My son, Soren, (like his mother) has a tendency towards vata excess or in non-Ayurvedic terms: dryness, particularly during this time of year when winter sets in and the heating is on and the cold...
Sharing some gifts with friends today so made a fresh pumpkin spice sugar scrub this morning. This needs to be used within 5-7 days. Refrigeration is good! Large Batch Ingredients: Makes 3 4oz jars plus some extra for you! (**all ingredients are certified organic...
Rosemary Juniper Salt Scrub For the Winter/Early Spring Months (Kapha season) Instructions on how to make: Step One: Gather your ingredients Recipe **All ingredients are organic or certified organic with the exception of the salt. 269.4g (just under 3 cups) Sea salt...
I am often asked what my favorite aromatherapy books are, so here goes a small list of my all time favorite books either about aromatherapy or related in some way. (please note: these are not listed in any particular order) Just about any book by Kurt Schnaubelt. My...
A luxurious facial serum for women over 40! by Jade Shutes This facial serum was formulated for our Botanical Body Care Products Course. Our luxurious facial serum has become my favorite facial serum. It is awesome! It contains the following ingredients: Base Oil %...