Bergamot Essential Oil – (citrus bergamia) comes from the rind of the fresh fruit. It is extracting using the cold-pressed method. I find that it has a citrus smell with a lightly sweet floral tone as well. I love its smell and find it uplifting emotionally while giving me a relaxed laid back feeling. It can make you feel vivacious. Originally grown exclusively in Italy, Bergamot production has expanded to include the Ivory Coast, Morocco, […]
Aromatherapy & Essential Oils
Basil (Sweet) – (Ocimum basilicum ct linalool) Basil comes from the plants flowers and leaves. It is usually steam distilled. Basil has a sweet and spicy or herbaceous smell which I find very energizing and warming. Many of you are familiar with its smell since you use the herb’s leaves often as a spice when cooking. Basil’s chemical composition can vary. The linalol type is the safest type of Basil Essential Oil. It is the […]
The skin on our body not only plays a part in our appearance, it also plays an important role in our overall health. It is one of our body’s first lines of defense against the elements as well as any foreign invaders such as virus, bacteria, and fungus, all of which can cause damage or infections. That is why it is very important to properly take care of our skin. Skin Care Products There are […]
Tea tree oil was historically used as a substitute for tea, which is how it got its name. The leaves of the tea tree contain potent and medicinally valuable oil. Which when applied to the skin and used to treat a host of conditions. It is so effective, it is used in a variety of cosmetics, hygiene products and over-the-counter medicines. The Many Uses for Tea Tree Oil Because this oil is a natural anti-fungal, […]
tus essential oil is an aromatic oil derived from the eucalyptus tree, a soaring evergreen native to Tasmania. The plant has been a medicinal component for centuries, and is still used today to make a host of commercial products, including cough drops, toothpastes, mouthwashes, soaps, perfumes and ointments. Because the oil contains potent antibacterial and anti-inflammatory substances, it is as valuable as it is versatile. Eucalyptus Oil for the Common Cold Eucalyptus oil helps loosen […]