Vetiver is a grounding and relaxing essential oil used to alleviate the effects of depression, anxiety and insomnia. It is distilled from the roots of Vetiveria zizanioides, a grass plant used for its anti-inflammatory qualities in the Indian medicinal tradition, ayurveda. Vetiver’s warming qualities are beneficial in rheumatism, arthritis and muscular pain. It also regulates […]
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A Deeper Look Series: Tea Tree Essential Oil
Native to Australia, tea tree was named by the great explorer, Captain James Cook. It has been used by the Aboriginals for thousands of years to ward off colds and flu and to enjoy as a tea. Tea Tree Essential Oil is distilled from the leaves of the tea tree plant. It increases blood flow […]
A Deeper Look Series: Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender Essential Oil is a potpourri of chemical ingredients, which is one reason for its versatility as a healing herb. The primary effect of lavender, both mentally and physically, is that of balancing and regulating the spirit, body and mind. #7 of 10: Lavender Essential Oil Lavender is a short, fragrant shrub growing to the […]
A Deeper Look Series: Frankincense Essential Oil
If frankincense were a human, it would be mature in its attitude towards the world and confident in communicating its truth. It would be meditative and would possess a deep understanding of the universe. Frankincense is an ancient oil extracted from the frankincense trees found in Somalia, Ethiopia, southern Arabia and China. It is a […]
A Deeper Look Series: Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
Roman Chamomile is a small, sturdy herb with a hairy stem and multiple branches. It has feathery, pinnate leaves and beautiful white flowers similar to those of the daisy. The plant has a distinct apple flavour to its scent, which explains the etymology of its name. The word chamomile is derived from the Greek words […]
A Deeper Look Series: Bergamot Essential Oil
This is the beginning of our new deeper look series. As we mentioned in our last post introducing this series, we will be exploring ten essential oils more deeply with the specific objective of sharing the following information about each oil: Healing/medicinal properties; Aromatic, topical or internal applications; Plant character traits; and Mind, body, spirit […]
Melissa (Lemon Balm): the ultimate essential oil for depression, clarity and focus
Melissa (Lemon Balm) essential oil is a sweet, fresh, citrus-like rare oil. It is known to attract bees (hence the name “Melissa”, Greek for honey bee). Melissa (melissa officinalis) is a citrus, herbaceous oil extracted from the leaf and top of the mint or deadnettle family of plants known as the Lamiaceae. Melissa’s primary uses […]