To err on the side of caution one should avoid using essential oils during the first trimester. However having said that, there are exceptions to the rule as this is often the time when the new mother is really experiencing morning sickness and essential oils have proven benefits. In the first trimester one should focus…
Carrying on from an earlier Instagram post about a new addition to my morning routine, I decided to use this space to look at what I do every morning. The one element of my morning routine that has been consistent over the last 20 years or more, even when on holidays, living in hospital or…
As an aromatherapist I tend to find most of my clients are female. Most of my followers on social media are female too. Maybe that’s who I attract or maybe there are deeper underlying reasons? Scent is one of our primary senses that has been a powerful ally both in our development as hunter gatherers…
This one phrase: “ Inhaling the plant’s immune system” has stuck with me since I read it. (In a newsletter from Jonathan Hinde at Oshadi). This means that when we go for our walk in nature, particularly in a wood or forest or on a wild track where we are surrounded by wild growing herbs…
Bespoke is when a customer writes to me and asks for something tailor made to fit and suit them or someone they love. It’s really exciting to be asked to do it! It’s probably my favourite part of being an aromatherapist. I have to research, ask questions and do some digging around. I set aside…
Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia) grows up to 15 feet in height. The tree has oval-shaped smooth leaves. The bergamot orange fruit changes from green to yellow as it ripens, and looks like small oranges. This tropical tree is native to Asia and widely cultivated in southern Italy and the Ivory Coast. The name comes from Bergamo,…
Exploring the Benefits and Potential of Whole Plant Extracts In the world of CBD products, you may come across the term “full spectrum CBD oil.” But what does it mean, and how does it differ from other CBD extracts? In this blog post, we will delve into the topic of full spectrum CBD oil, its…
“ An empty lantern provides no light, Self care is the fuel that allows our light to shine brightly. “ Unknown. What is self care? We have self-care weeks when mental health bodies ask us to implement self care. What does that entail? We often hear the phrase “ You take care of yourself.” When…
Roll-on bottles of essential oils make the topical application much easier. Why?Because the oils are already diluted with a carrier oil, and all you have to do is rub the rollerball along your skin. No mess, and they are so portable to carry around with you . Plus, by using roll-on essential oils, you can…
We all have them. Whether it is having the same breakfast , using the same cup for your tea or always having your coffee at 11am, we all have little rituals that make their appearance in our daily life. Other uses for rituals ? All meditative practice and or religious worship uses rituals.This can be…
