Have you got your mum, or the mother of your children anything special this year? Are you just going to get the same old thing you get every year? Or how about getting something particularly special? Imaging that special person receiving the following: a lovely herbal tea upon arrival a soothing foot bath with essential oils a [...]
Styrax Tonkinensis Scent description: Sweet, warm, vanilla-like aroma. Benzoin is an uplifting essential oil with soothing properties. Uses: Benzoin essential oil is used in skin creams to improve skin elasticity. Relieves itching and chapped skin. In a massage oil, Benzoin can be used to treat lung and sinus infections. It has also been known to [...]
Laurus Nobilis Scent description: Pungent, strong and spicy aroma. Uses: Bay is used to stimulate lymph and blood circulation. Relieves sinus and lung congestion. Used for colds, insomnia and rheumatism. Precautions: Could cause skin irritation. May have a slightly narcotic effect. Should not be used if pregnant.
Ocimum Basilicum Scent description: Sweet and spicy, a licorice-like aroma. Basil blends well with Clary sage, geranium, lavender, neroli and bergamot. Uses: Basil essential oil is used to combat fatigue and loss of concentration. Can be used in a massage blend to relieve muscle aches and pains. It also relieves sinus congestion and head colds. [...]
Pimpinella Anisum Scent description: A rich, sweet aroma. Anise blends well with cardamom, cedarwood, coriander and mandarin. Uses: Anise essential oil is used to relieve muscle aches, coughs, bronchitis and indigestion
Angelica Archangelica Scent description: A spicy, long lasting musky aroma. Angelica blends well with citrus oils, patchouli, frankincense and clary sage. Uses: Angelica can be used in a massage oil to aid digestion or upset stomach. It also relieves coughing. Angelica can be used to calm nervousness and combat depression. Precautions: Use with caution or [...]