Essential Oil Allies: Palmarosa
Palmarosa essential oil is obtained by distilling the fresh, wilted, flowering aerial parts of Cymbopogon martinii var. martinii (a.k.a. Cymbopogon martinii var. motia) where the essence is most abundant in its inflorescence. Native to the Indian sub-continent it is wild harvested in many parts of India or readily cultivated for its cash crop and…
Essential Oils For Acute Stress
Stress is a very general word to describe physical or emotional turmoil; there are several types of stress and various levels of intensity. Even if you have a balanced and happy life, chances are that acute stress can throw your emotions out of whack from time to time. Acute stress is different from chronic…
Undiluted Topical Essential Oil Application
Undiluted application is the use of essential oils applied directly to the skin without a carrier oil (also known as “neat” application). The topic of applying undiluted essential oils on the skin is quite controversial among aromatherapy experts. While some believe undiluted application to be highly beneficial in some cases, others simply warn against…
Aromatic Adornment with Aromatherapy
Many of us have read the Law of Attraction books, created vision boards and embarked on journeys of healing our spirits, families and even ancestral lineages. Now that we collectively aim for “high-vibe”, it would be a natural step to explore reconnecting to self-nurturing & empowerment through aromatics. By using botanical perfumes, we can utilize…
Essential Oil Allies: Sweet Marjoram
Sweet marjoram essential oil is distilled from the flowering tops of the graceful Origanum majorana; the essence is abundant in its leaves. It is commonly grown and distilled for its fresh and comforting essence in Egypt, France, and Germany. Classified in the Lamiaceae family, it is a hardy perennial sub-shrub in hot and dry…
Backache: Essential Oils to the Rescue!
Two months ago, I was working on a project that had my full attention and motivation. I’m a writer, and obviously, that entails long hours of sitting at a desk in front of my computer. One thing I can’t stress enough: A good desk chair is vital for your back! Well, long story short,…