by Liz Fulcher | Nov 16, 2021 | Blog, Carriers, DIY Recipes
Trauma oil can be used for pain, bruising, wound care, muscle soreness, and arthritis. It can decrease swelling and inflammation in the body, bring comfort to those experiencing joint pain, decrease the duration of the healing process, and much more! If you have a...
by Liz Fulcher | Sep 10, 2021 | Blog, Carriers
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...
by Liz Fulcher | Jul 28, 2021 | Blog, Carriers, DIY Recipes
Calendula infused oil is easy to make! This batch was prepared in the Aromatherapy Certification Programat the Aromatic Wisdom Instituteby ACP graduate, Stephanie Ghostkeeper *This post contains affiliate links. See my disclosure for details. What is Calendula?...
by Liz Fulcher | May 17, 2021 | Blog, Carriers
If you’re new to Neem Oil, you’re in for a wonderful treat! This versatile oil is extracted from the cold pressed seeds of the Azadirachta indica tree. The Neem Tree is an evergreen that is part of the Mahogany botanical family called Meliaceae and can be found in dry...
by Liz Fulcher | May 4, 2021 | Blog, Carriers
Every aromatherapist needs a wide selection of carriers in which to mix their essential oils (read why in my Blending Dilutions Guidelines blog post). No single carrier is going to be right for every aromatherapy application, so it’s logical that...
by Liz Fulcher | Jan 3, 2021 | Blog, Carriers
Did you know that the yummy flavor of vanilla is derived from an orchid? Yep. Vanilla planifolia is a species of vanilla orchid that is native to Mexico and whose beans produce a high content of vanillin. It is, therefore, one of the primary sources for commercial...
by Liz Fulcher | Nov 15, 2020 | Blog, Carriers, Essential Oils
Every serious aromatherapist I know has a story about how they got involved with essential oils. It’s like remembering when you first fell in love. Many start with an introductory class to satisfy a curiosity; others stumbled upon an interesting magazine...
by Liz Fulcher | Feb 19, 2019 | Blog, Carriers, DIY Recipes
Cocoa Butter is expressed from the dried and roasted seeds of the Theobroma cacao tree. It’s not a carrier oil, per se, but rather a solid fat, and has a plethora of skin nourishing properties. For this reason, cocoa butter is a popular base for aromatherapy products...
