How to Make Aromatherapy Roll-ons Tutorial plus 12 Printable Recipes
Making roll-on blends has always been a favorite blending activity of my students in the Aromatic Wisdom Institute classroom. Aromatherapy Roll-on are fast and easy to make and can address a multitude of issues such as muscle pain, stress, sinus headache, insomnia and...
AWP 046: How to Use a Himalayan Salt Pipe Inhaler for Respiratory Health
Liz: This is the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast, Episode 46. In today’s show I’m going to talk about a sweet little device supports respiratory health; and chances are pretty good that if someone watches you use this device, you’re going to get teased. Intro: You’re...
4 DIY Body Scrub Recipes using Himalayan Salt or Organic Sugar
Have you discovered the awesomeness of body scrubs? Scrubs are SO easy to make and are a great addition to your shower routine. They also make wonderful gifts! I don't recommend using them daily, but a few times a week is fine. In my 24 years of teaching, I've...
Pink Himalayan Salt in the Kitchen and Bath: 7 Skin and Health Benefits
White Table Salt? No Thank You. Salt has been given a bad rap ever since we discovered that common "sodium chloride" (table salt) can raise blood pressure. But like everything else we put in – and on - our body, the benefits and detriments of salt depend on...
Checklist: Tools for a Basic Aromatherapy Blending Kit
As you enter the exciting world of essential oils and aromatherapy, you'll soon discover it can be: a. overwhelming ("what do I buy first?") and; b. expensive ("what can wait and what do I need now?") To simplify your life and help you avoid purchases you don't need...
Fragrant Friday: Bay Laurel (aka Laurel Leaf) Essential Oil Profile Spotlight
Today's featured essential oil is a favorite for helping with allergies. I often diffuse it just because it smells so darn good! If you haven't made the acquaintance of Bay Laurel yet (aka Laurel Leaf), you're in for a treat! Essential Oil of Bay Laurel My Personal...
Carrier Spotlight: Jojoba Oil Benefits and Uses
Jojoba Oil (aka Jojoba wax) Simmondsia chinensis If you could have only one carrier oil to use in your aromatherapy practice or personal care products, I would strongly suggest organic Jojoba wax. It is versatile, safe, non-toxic and highly stable making it the most...
How to Make a DIY Aromatherapy “College Survival” Kit
UPDATE: *Deep Sigh* My sons are now 30 and 35 and putting their college educations to good use by working hard in the professions of sales and writing. I can hardly believe it but my grandson will be in college in 5 years! You just know that this Nana will ...
Easy Sunburn Relief with Aromatherapy
No matter how careful we are, it seems that we just can't get through summer without a least one episode of sunburn; even a mild one. You're most likely already familiar with the naturally cooling and skin healing effects of Aloe Vera gel, but did you know that...
Fragrant Friday: Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis) Essential Oil Profile Spotlight
Today's featured essential oil has a more subtle aroma than other oils from the conifer family, but it is equally potent in its energetic, emotional and healing properties. Essential Oil of Juniper Berry Juniperus communis The Foundations Geographical source: Juniper...