Peppermint is a pleasant smelling oil that has a crisp, fresh aroma. Aside from mint in chewing gum, sweets and maybe tea most people are unaware that it also has a myriad of healing properties and is a valuable inclusion...
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...
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...
Essential oils, derived from various parts of plants, have been shown to affect the brain, increasing brain function, have an effect on pain levels and also can bring about mood changes. Oils can be used with diffusers or oil burners...
The menopause is something that is often feared by women as they get older. For some people the fear is unfounded, and they sail through the storm with ease. For others, the symptoms can make the months, even years of...
A large percentage of the workforce spends most of their day sitting at a desk. This might sound ideal as you do not have to tackle the elements or spend hours on your feet, but it can actually cause havoc...
Headaches are a massive problem for many people on a daily basis. Whether you suffer from migraines or seem to have a low-grade headache a lot, they are disruptive and distracting. Popping paracetamol or ibuprofen may be the only way...
Today we are going to look at the therapeutic properties of Mandarin essential oil. Citrus oils are always very popular because they have a fresh, uplifting aroma, but the health benefits run much deeper than just smelling nice. So let’s...
Smoking is a habit that many people wish they didn’t have. While they are aware of the detriment to their health, it is by its very nature addictive. Nicotine is a dangerous substance that has a hold over the smoker...
