Tag: aromatherapy

Herb Power: Lavender

Lavender has been popular for hundreds of years now, mostly for its strong aroma, but also as a decoration, in the cosmetics industry, as a natural remedy, air freshener, or insect repellent. Read More

Power of Spice: Cinnamon

Cinnamon bark from trees grown in Sri Lanka, however, is considered the true cinnamon, and is labeled as Ceylon cinnamon. Read More

Introduction to Essential Oils

Essential oils are the life-blood of the plant, protecting it from bacterial and viral infections, cleansing breaks in its tissue and delivering oxygen and nutrients into the cells. In essence, they act as the immune system of the plant. That is why they are so essential to the plant without them, plants could not survive. Read More

Ylang Ylang

Ylang Ylang reduces negative emotions like fear, uncertainty and depression. Read More

Specialty Carrier Oils

Rosehip Seed Oil is a wonderful carrier oil for treating the skin. It can be used to reduce scarring and facial lines and to assist in healing burns. However, it is not recommended to treat acne. Read More

Rock Rose Essence

Rock Rose Essence has been used by natural healers since the middle ages for infections, and especially for the skin. Read More

Aromatherapy Wheel

Aromatherapy Wheel is a reference guide to selecting the right oil for numerous physical and psychological distresses. Read More

Aromatherapy Theory: Blood Brain Barrier

Aromatherapy Theory: you reprogram the cells with the correct information so they can function properly. Read More

Aromatherapy Guide to Emotions

Aromatherapy Guide to Emotions Read More

Aromatherapy Guide to Afflictions

Aromatherapy Guide to Afflictions Read More

Aromatherapy Guide by Function

Aromatherapy Guide by Function Read More

History of Aromatherapy

It appears that the ancient Egyptians were the first to recognize the therapeutic potential of essential oils. They created fragrances for personal use as well as for ritualistic and ceremonial use in the temples and pyramids. In 1817, the 870 foot long Ebers Papyrus, dating back to 1500 B.C., was discovered. Read More