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 | Dec 19, 2020 | Blog, Carriers, Recipes and Blends, Remedies
Calendula infused oil is easy to make! This batch was prepared in the Aromatherapy Certification Program at the Aromatic Wisdom Institute by ACP graduate, Stephanie Ghostkeeper *This post contains affiliate links. See my disclosure for details. What is Calendula?...
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 | Jun 10, 2019 | Blog, Carriers, Essential Oils, Hydrosols, Recipes and Blends
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...
by Liz Fulcher | May 17, 2019 | 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, 2019 | 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...