Adhoc Aromatics

June 14th is World Blood Donation Day. This is a cause close to my heart, since I can no longer donate blood. I developed a pulmonary embolism when I was pregnant in 2008, and then again in 2011. T...

Diffusing calming oils tames tantrums. Massaging a drop of Lavender before bedtime can prepare a peaceful child for sleep. Teething children are cranky. A cool face cloth with German Chamomile can ...

June 15th is World Elder Abuse Day. How tragic is that? Treating the elderly is so widespread that it requires its own day.  Elder abuse is an endemic problem, existing in both developed and develo...

Are you feeling uptight and stiff? Feeling tense? Uncompromising? Add some Roman Chamomile into your day. According to Robbi Zeck, Roman Chamomile moves us from feeling Rigid to feeling Relaxed. It...

The scent of Roman Chamomile is sweet, herbaceous and green. Reminiscent of apples in its sweetness, it is noted for its abilities to support people with depression and anxiety, and to calm anger. ...

Do you ever have it when your mind knows something, but your heart won’t follow its advice? When you’re so angry that you can’t function, or frightened about things that might happen, but have no f...

A common question that we get asked is “Can You Drink Essential Oils?” This is a huge topic and one that causes a lot of controversy amongst professionals and enthusiasts alike. Some are for it; so...

It’s National Massage at Work Week, in the UK. When I was looking at the calendar to find out when the US one was, it seemed to be missing. Or rather, you guys are really missing out. Not only does...

Everyone has things they feel passionate about don’t they? One of Natalie’s main ones is  safety. Here’s mine. Women’s rights to equality, children’s education, nature, in particular the welfare of...

We all know the virtues of Frankincense in meditation and spiritual practices, but did you know that Frankincense is great at helping reduce stress. In fact, studies have found that Frankincense wh...

Frankincense is sometimes referred to as the King of oils. It is widely used in religious ceremonies and spiritual practises for hundreds of years. Many places of worship burn Frankincense resin to...

What Does Frankincense Essential Oil Blend Well With?  Frankincense is a very calming and grounding oil. The oil is steam distilled from the resin of the Boswellia species. It has a complex aroma, ...