Aroma Basics

You probably put moisturisers on your face and body every day, so why not make your own, using essential oils, natural creams and waxes? This way, you can cut out the harsh chemicals and alcohols often contained in shop-bought products and make lotions to suit your specific needs. Beneficial beauty Making your own creams is … Read moreAromatherapy: Making Creams and Moisturisers

Have you ever wished you could make soap specially formulated for your own skin type that would literally wash away problems such as eczema or acne? Or even a relaxing shower gel to help you unwind after a hard day? As with many other types of aromatherapy beauty products, making your own soap is far … Read moreAromatherapy: Making Soap and Shower Gel

Incense has been used for centuries to infuse the atmosphere of churches, temples and homes with scent. The word ‘incense’ was first used to describe the resinous gums from certain trees, but is now more widely used as a general term to describe any aromatic substance derived from grinding up dried plants. Incense can also … Read moreAromatherapy: Burning Joss and Incense

Using oils on pulse points is an aromatherapy technique that can be combined easily with acupressure and massage. Pulse points are the areas of the body at which the blood vessels are very close to the surface, allowing the pulse to be felt through the skin. The main pulse points are at the wrists, the … Read moreAromatherapy: Essential Oils for Pulse Points

Most aromatherapy oils will evaporate relatively quickly if left in the open air, which allows you to inhale them directly from the bottle, or from a few drops sprinkled on a handkerchief. Simply by carrying tissues and a small bottle of oil in your pocket, you can provide instant relief from blocked noses, panic attacks, … Read moreAromatherapy: Blends for Inhalers

Compresses are a simple and useful way of treating a wide range of conditions with essential oils. A piece of clean cloth, a bowl of water (hot or cold, depending on the condition you are treating), your essential oils and some cling film are all you need to make an aromatherapy compress. Effective healing Applying … Read moreAromatherapy: Learning how to make Compresses

One way to reap the benefits of essential oils is to inhale them as steam vapours. This can be achieved by adding a few drops of oil to a bowl of steaming water or to an invigorating morning shower. Steams cleansing properties Even without the addition of healing oils, steam helps to open your skin’s … Read moreAromatherapy: Using Steam Inhalation

Our bathroom routines play a big part in our wellbeing. After a hard day at work, there’s nothing better than sinking into a warm bath and soaking away the day’s stresses. A brisk morning shower is also an essential ritual, refreshing us for the day ahead. The products we use can make all the difference. … Read moreAromatherapy: Using Oils for Bathing