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Lavender
Lavender is a household favourite and must for anyone’s essential oil collection. It is one of the oldest documented oils, dating back over 2500 years. Lavender was also used as a remedy for the Great Plague in London in the 17th century, while the ancient Egyptians used lavender for mummification and perfume One of its definite attractions is its many uses, along with its comforting, sweet flowery aroma. It boosts aversatile array of benefits, from pain relief to relaxation.  It is well known for its ability to help you sleep,... Read more...
The Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender is probably the best known of the essential oils. Distilled from the plant Lavandula Angustifolia, this oil is very versatile and is great for the following; Relaxation and anxiety Fungal infections Depression Insomnia Burns Acne Exhaustion Soothing eczema and dry skin.  Nausea Menstrual Cramps   Unlike other essential oils, Lavender can be taken orally and applied to the skin. Use them in one of our oil burners or diffuser’s, or add some to water, olive or almond oil, or cream. Read more...
Crown Chakra Blog
Our final chakra, the seventh is our Crown Chakra. It is located at the top of our head, and it is our connection to the universe. This chakra governs our consciousness and thought, along with our understanding and realisations. It also relates to our experience of the mind. Our mind processes our thoughts and creates our belief systems. From this place we create our own reality. So, our crown chakra has a part to play in manifestation, and what we attract into our lives. If our crown chakra is not... Read more...
Essential Oils To Help Late Night Sleep Searchers
You’ve almost definitely been subject to a sleepless night before. In this day and age, a lot of us struggle with sleep and getting enough of it. We’re always searching for new options which might help us sleep, and there’s a myriad of different cures and alternatives for people to look into. Now, our business is essential oils and aromatherapy, so we thought we’d weigh in on the sleep conundrum. After thinking about it, we’ve come up with a few options for essential oils that’ll help you to get a... Read more...
Summer is Coming - Essential Oils
You may have seen that we have a summer essential oil set on the website and wondered what is so special about the three oils we have chosen, Orange, Lavender and Peppermint. Well, these are really useful oils for the warmer months, so here are some benefits of each. Enjoy your summer more when you harness the power of essential oils.    Orange   With a refreshing and uplifting aroma, orange is a lovely oil to have around. It has a smell that reminds us of hot summer days, and... Read more...
Aromatherapy to Help With Hayfever
As spring starts to push slowly forward, we are beginning to see notifications from the Met Office that the pollen count is on the rise. Hayfever can turn late Spring and the whole of Summer into a total misery for those who suffer. Over the counter medications seem to help, but it can be a truly miserable time if you are prone to be sensitive to pollen. Some people are lucky and only suffer for a few weeks as the particular pollen they are allergic to cycles through and on,... Read more...
Essential Oils for Teenage Acne
Puberty is a really tough time for kids, and for some spots can become the bane of their lives. Not only do they feel pretty gross they make young people feel self-conscious and uncomfortable. However, thanks to the wonders of hormones, getting rid of them can present a significant challenge. Essential oils can have a really positive effect on balancing the skin, so let’s take a look. What Causes Teenage Spots? Spots are caused by a variety of issues. During the teenage years, hormones are running riot; pores can build... Read more...
Essential Oils for Arachnids (Arachnophobia)
Arachnophobia is one of the most common fears in the world. The fear of spiders is something that terrifies many people. In the UK we have very few spiders that can actually hurt is, so it really does boil down to just not liking them. However, remember the phobias are irrational fears so while it might seem funny if someone you know is scared of spiders being helpful rather than teasing them is better as it really is not something people can control. We can ration that spiders are tiny... Read more...
Support Your Resolutions with Essential Oils
As Christmas slips slowly away we are now awaiting the new year. In just a few days many of us will stay up until after midnight to bid farewell to 2017 and welcome 2018. This definitive change in date seems to motivate us to make plans to change for the better. Whether you are looking to give up a habit, shift your weight or just drive yourself to work harder many people make new year resolutions. But sticking to them can be another matter! Did you know essential oils could help... Read more...
Grab Your Cold and Flu Essential Oil Kit
We have mentioned the prevalence of colds and flu at this time of year before, but with so many bugs around it is indeed something worth going over again. Today we are going to share the five most vital oils to have in your home before you get sick and teach you how to use them safely to help you with healing and recover. There is nothing more miserable than a cold; you are expected to get on with life despite feeling utterly run down and entirely grotty. If you... Read more...
All About Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender is one of the more pungent essential oils but with such a massive range of uses to boast about it remains one of the most popular essential oils. You can even grow and dry your own lavender to use around the home. So let’s find out more about this versatile plant. The Plant Lavender plants date right back to Ancient Egyptian times, and even then they were well aware of its healing properties. It was grown with other plants in Thebes in the scared walled garden and used extensively... Read more...
Combat Winter Skin Damage with Essential Oils
Every season brings its own issues for the body and winter is no exception. The cold air and chill from the wind can act as a very drying force on the skin, especially the face and hands. It is important to look after the skin, but if, like us, you would rather not use commercial chemical products what can you do? The good news is there are plenty of natural products, including essential oils that can easily help you create a holistic skin care routine that will soften and heal... Read more...