Natural Health & Beauty
Essential oil of the month - Basil
Basil is considered an excellent, if not the best, aromatic nerve tonic. It is useful for a wide variety of stress-related issues including muscular tension, poor concentration, headaches, fatigue and digestive problems.
Essential oils for boosting the brain
Boost your powers of concentration and get your brain back in gear with a selection of mind stimulating essential oils which include Rosemary, Basil, Black Pepper, Eucalyptus and Peppermint.
DIY aromatherapy facial for Summer skincare
Summer can cause lots of stress on your skin - from sunburn and heat rash through to oily skin and blocked pores. There's a lot for your complexion to contend with and it can easily become neglected.
Discover the powers of the Summer herb garden
Herbs are easy to grow, even in small spaces, and have a wide variety of culinary and medicinal uses. Read our blog for a selection of herbal remedies that you can easily make at home with a few simple ingredients.
De-stress and unwind on your Summer holiday!
We can often get a bit stressed preparing for our summer holidays and studies show that it can take an average of two days for us to relax and unwind once on holiday. Follow our top tips to kick-start your relaxation!
Summer's natural aromatherapy essentials
As I was enjoying the recent sunshine, it got me thinking about my favourite seasonal aromatherapy scents and all the wonderful ways that you can use natural essential oils during the Summer months!
Integrating aromatherapy & becoming a flexible therapist
Aromatherapy is so often listed as a separate treatment on a holistic therapist’s menu. Learn how easily aromatherapy can be integrated with other therapies and treatments for a truly holistic experience.
Aromatherapy and hormones
Hormones are chemicals produced by various glands in our body that affect the functioning of many body systems and organs. We discuss the endocrine system and how essential oils can be used to naturally balance hormones.
Can aromatherapy work with no sense of smell?
Can aromatherapy have psychological benefits for a person with no sense of smell? Nicole Barton reveals how she helped a client, who couldn’t smell, to develop an intuitive sense of smell over a course of treatments.
Essential oil of the month - Sweet Fennel
Fennel has been used medicinally since ancient times. It is an excellent detoxifier and often used in lymphatic drainage massage. Also commonly used for a range of digestive issues and menstrual problems.
