Aromatherapy is a treatment which uses the considered and systematic application of essential oils to improve physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. Essential oils are natural substances derived from plant sources – flowers, herbs, spices...
Read moreHarnessing the colour properties of essential oils – Part 2
This article is the second of two dealing with the use of essential oils based on their colour. Part 2 covers the higher end of the spectrum Green-Blue-Indigo COLOUR PROPERTIES ESSENTIAL OILS Red Energising, Stimulating, Warming...
Read moreHarnessing the colour properties of essential oils – Part 1
Following on from the related post about the properties of colour and how they can help in healing this article is the first of two dealing with the use of essential oils based on their colour. Part 1 will cover the lower end of the spectrum...
Read moreRosemary – a versatile and essential oil for your medicine chest
Essential oil of Rosemary Rosemary is one of the most common and important plants used in aromatherapy. The rosemary bush is common throughout Europe, but is most at home near the sea. In fact its name derives from the Latin words for ‘dew of the...
Read moreFloral Waters for Natural Skin Care
Hydrolats, also known as flower or floral waters, are a wonderful and natural alternative to commercially bought skin care products. Hydrolats are created from the water that is collected when plants are steam distilled. The process of...
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