What’s in a Massage

We all enjoy a good massage, right? But sometimes, we see it as a special treat, something we do only when we find the time. Well, what if I tell you that getting regular massages can actually be super beneficial for your body and mind? It’s not just a...

Safe Inhalation of Essential Oils

Probably the easiest and most convenient method of application of essential oils is via inhalation. It also carries the lowest risk of adverse reactions. Essential oil vapours can enter our olfactory (smell) system via direct exposure (smelling from the bottle or a...

Aromatic Spring Cleaning

I’m sure I am not the only one who has been making the most of extra time at home with some decluttering and spring cleaning. I prefer to use home-made, natural cleaning products where possible. Cleaning products based on natural ingredients are better for our health...

Aromatherapy for Stress Relief

Our bodies are made to cope with mild and/or intermittent stress. However prolonged periods of stress can begin to have a detrimental effect on our physical health, as well as our mental wellbeing. Developed by Hans Selye, the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)...

Anti-viral Essential Oils?

First up, if you see a report of an essential oil that can treat coronavirus, don’t believe it! As COVID-19 is a new virus, there cannot possibly be any conclusive evidence of this. There are many studies showing the antibacterial power of essential oils. Research...