Skin Care with Aromatic Essential Oils Wrapped in our largest organ The skin is our largest organ and protects our whole body. It’s our first line of defence against germs and environmental stresses. It insulates our body, helps regulate temperature and prevent dehydration. Myriad sensory fibres and nerve endings in the skin create an important […]
How to support our wellbeing through transitions, challenges & uncertainties. Life is filled with transitions, challenges and uncertainties. Do you struggle when the season changes ? I do! With summer’s final hurrah coming to an end with some unseasonably warm weather, It will soon be time to embrace the chill. If we take care to anticipate […]
Finding calm in chaos : Essential oils for stress relief for busy mums As a professional clinical aromatherapist, I have discovered the myriad ways in which aromatherapy can serve as an invaluable tool for self-care, particularly for busy moms who often struggle to find a balance between work, children, and their own needs. One such […]
Aromatherapy: Natural Relief for Pain & Inflammation as We Age Are you experiencing persistent discomfort or symptoms of inflammation that just won’t improve? Aromatherapy and seed nutrition could be the path to natural relief you’ve been seeking. In this blog post, we’ll delve into these two therapeutic techniques, focusing on their implications […]
Work-Life Balance Traditionally, we view reaching a good work-life balance as hitting a goal. Some researchers are now encouraging us to stop thinking about work-life balance as an achievement that we either hit or miss. Instead, they suggest it may be more of a lifelong process – a continuous, never-ending exercise that requires vigilance, self-awareness and timely tweaks. In […]
Why We Need Sleep: The Latest Research Do you remember when was the last time you woke up without an alarm clock feeling refreshed and not needing coffee ? If the answer is no you are not alone. “The recommendation for adults is 8 hours of sleep x night”, says sleep expert Matthew Walker […]
Travel essentials to tackle mishaps naturally Let me share with you travel essentials that come handy to overcome little mishaps and carry on enjoying the holidays. Travel means new environment, new food, sleeping away from your bed. It may also means travel sickness, indigestions, heatstroke or sunburn, cuts, stings or bruises from outdoors activities My personal […]
Discover the difference between Moisture & hydration to prevent crepey skin. Here is the key difference between moisture and hydration. The skin barrier is in charge of preventing water loss. A strong skin barrier reduces the so called trans epidermal water loss (TEWL), meaning the skin retains moisture for longer. So if our skin can hold moisture […]
Discover why applying essential oils on your feet have a positive impact physically, mentally and emotionally. Our senses play a huge role in our daily life, however we do not appreciate them till we feel unwell, like with a blocked nose. Each sense is powerful and unique, they bring a safety net for our body […]
Aromatherapy for Men – Aromas to support body & mind. It is a common misconception that essential oils are only for women, but men can take advantage of them too! More men are slowly incorporating essential oils into their daily routines to receive health benefits. Because essential oils may be an area yet to be […]
One of the joys of being an aromatherapist is the knowledge that acne can be successfully treated, without the use of harsh ingredients. Acne is a condition, quite common among teenagers, but sometimes persisting well into the 20s, is due to the overactivity of the sebaceous glands in the skin combined with bacterial infection. This […]
Natural Solutions to detox, cleanse, tone and moisture skin. The skin in adulthood can weigh almost 5 kgs and cover an area about the size of a large dining room table. Although is so large, it can be as thin as ½ mm and yet is the only one solid protection we have against the […]
Natural tips to control Eczema from within Eczema is so varied in the way it manifests, and in the underlying causes, that it should not be considered as a single condition. Therefore, the aromatherapy approach needs to be quite flexible. When someone suffers from Eczema, in almost all cases stress and toxins are involved, and kind […]
Natural solutions to curb springtime allergies Spring is beautiful, but it’s also the time of year for seasonal allergies. As plants release pollen, millions of people with hay fever start to sniffle and sneeze. The biggest allergy trigger is pollen, which is released by trees, grass and weeds to fertilize other plants. Tree pollen occurs first, and […]
Is it safe to use essential oils with our furry friends ? As pet owners, it’s only natural to question how our home comforts may affect them. We know dogs shouldn’t eat chocolate or grapes, and cats should avoid high quantities of tuna, but what about essential oils – are they safe to use around […]
Is it safe to use essential oils during Pregnancy ? The answer is yes! 👍 Provided we follow safety guidelines. Women are the primary caretakers of children and elders in every country of the world. International studies demonstrate that when the economy and political organisation of a society change, women take the lead in helping […]
Have your heard about “earthing” ? what is it and why is so important? Before explaining what it is, its important to understand why it’s so important! Because it reduces inflammation! What is Inflammation? and what can we do about it? Inflammation is at the root of many health conditions. Inflammation is the way […]
What is a bad mood really? It is a cocktail of emotions … Chemically speaking, a rush of emotions and feelings that are released from the brain and sent out into our body. As creatures of habit, unfortunately, we’re slightly addicted to the family cocktail of emotions—whatever they are: irritation, sadness, anger, disappointment or frustration. […]
Pain Management with natural solutions In the UK Hundreds of billions of pounds per year are spent on pain (like prescription, absence, social benefits, long term sick pay) and this figure is bigger than cancer, heart disease, and diabetes combined. Did you know that 85% of the UK population will have suffered from a headache […]
How to support our Teens through “exam seasons” Many mums have been asking in my Consultations how to support our teens through “exam seasons” as they feel the struggles on a daily basis. These are my tips for you to pick and mix and discover what works for you and your teens to have a […]