AromaChat: An Aromatherapy Products Blog

Lotus Blossom Candle Holder

2012-08-15T14:15:00.002-04:00

Burning multiple candles like votive or tea lights is always a great way to create any type atmosphere we choose for a given room. Maybe we desire a family room to exude an atmosphere of energy, while in a bedroom we want an atmosphere of calm and romance. The candle holders we use are as important in creating a desired atmosphere as the scent of the candle we choose.

In the Buddhism culture, the lotus flower represents purity, in Hinduism it represents beauty and in ancient Egyptian cultures, the lotus flower represents rebirth.

Lotus Blossom Candle Holder

When you combine what the lotus flower represents to different cultures (purity, beauty and rebirth), it makes sense that placing one or more Lotus Blossom Candle Holders in your bathroom while you soak in the tub using aromatherapy products will in achieving the desired atmosphere.

When you take an aromatherapy at-home spa bath, you are purifying your body, beautifying your skin and giving your mental state a rebirth.

Just remember to think about the importance of the style of the candle holder you use when you are creating an aromatherapy atmosphere. You want to use something that is complimentary to the effect of the scent of the candle you plan to use.

If you want to purchase the Lotus Blossom Candle Holder, visit: http://www.aromatherapysoothers.com/catalog/item/8513133/9457962.htm

SUNDAY SCENTS: Myrrh Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

2012-08-12T07:26:00.000-04:00

Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) is a small shrub, sometimes often referred to as a small tree with gnarled branches and aromatic leaves. When the trunk of the shrub/tree is cut or pierced the plant seeps an oleoresin which hardens. Myrrh essential oil is extracted from this hardened resin.

Myrrh essential oil has an ancient history of spiritual and medicinal uses. Today, in addition to its healing properties, Myrrh is commonly used to aid in meditative relaxation.

Health Use Ideas

Add 1 drop of Myrrh to 1 cup water and swish around in mouth (being careful not to swallow) to ease toothache, bleeding gums or bad breath.
To treat skin inflammation such as acne or eczema combined 2 drops of Myrrh with 1 tbsp. of a carrier oil and massage into affected area. Apply once in the morning and once at bedtime.

Beauty Use Ideas

For oily skin, dilute 5 drops oil with 2 cups water. Dampen washcloth with this mixture and hold washcloth against face. Do not towel dry your face. Repeat twice a day.
Myrrh is also a good astringent for oily hair. Use same mixture as above and use as a final hair rinse.
To help reduce wrinkles, mix 3 drops Myrrh with 1 tbsp. of carrier oil and gently massage around eyes and mouth area, being very careful not to get any in your eyes.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or licensed aromatherapist. All information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice for any condition you may have.

Five Essential Oil Homeopathic Remedies

2012-08-10T17:26:00.000-04:00

Using essential oils for air diffusion, massage and baths is very common today among people who use aromatherapy to benefit their overall well-being. Essential oils can also be used as remedies for minor common skin and health problem.

Below are five useful remedies.

Hay Fever

Put a few drops of Roman Chamomile on a tissue and sniff frequently. Keep in a zip lock bag to take with you wherever you go.

Bruises

Soak a white wash cloth in cold witch hazel (store your witch hazel in the refrigerator) and apply to bruised area. Repeat 3 or 4 times a day. At night, mix 3 drops Lavender with 1 tsp. carrier oil such as grape seed oil and gently massage into bruised area.

PMS

To help reduce irritability, put 10 drops Roman Chamomile, 5 drops Lavender and 5 Drops Melissa into a warm tub and soak for 20 minutes. Allow skin to air dry for the most part before toweling off. Be prepared to go to bed immediately after your bath as you will probably feel very relaxed and sleepy.

Nausea

Sniff Peppermint or Ginger directly from the essential oil bottle. Also sip Chamomile, Peppermint or Ginger tea if your stomach allows.

Sore Throat

Mix 1 drop Marjoram in 1 cup warm water and gargle. Repeat twice a day.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or licensed aromatherapist. All information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice for any serious condition you may have.

Relieve Stress with At-Home Aromatherapy Bath Products

2012-08-10T14:02:00.000-04:00

Orange Ginger Bath Basket

Your hectic work week is over, you finally get home from your child’s Friday night game, and you are utterly exhausted but feel like you are strung as tight as a rubber band. Sound familiar?

Our lives are filled with work, running errands, cooking, cleaning, running the children around to their various sporting events, paying bills, doing yard work, and working on those never-ending home projects. It is no wonder that we are constantly stressed. And even when we should be sleeping to repair our bodies, our minds never truly let us get a good night’s sleep.

Olive Natural Care Bath Set

Numerous studies over numerous years have proven that stress and sleep deprivation can have a severe negative impact on our health, yet we do not seem to place a high priority on reducing our stress. Let’s put in to perspective the importance of allowing ourselves just a little time, even a half hour a week, to do something for ourselves to reduce stress levels.

What would happen if you can’t get yourself out of bed because of pain in your neck and back? Or what if you are lashing out at everyone around you at work and your loved ones at home don’t even want to be around you? What about feeling so sad that no one appreciates you or everything you try to do? These are all symptoms of extreme stress. If left unchecked you stress can manifest to the point that you are absolutely no good to anybody.

Eco Balance Bath Basket

Hopefully, you do believe that taking time for yourself to unwind is extremely important. One of the best ways to be alone, relax and let the stress leave your body is by taking a soothing at-home spa bath. All you need are a few aromatherapy candles in the room and a great bath salt or bubble bath scent and 30 minutes time. Soaking in a tub in a candle-lit room is one of the best ways to relax tense muscles and allow the stress to escape. Allow yourself this necessary luxury and you will be able to recharge your batteries and be the best you for everyone around you.

To purchase bath and spa products visit: http://www.aromatherapysoothers.com/spa_and_bath_sets.html.

Red Hot Romance Gel Candle

2012-08-09T12:31:00.002-04:00

Anyone can be passionate but it takes real lovers to be silly ~ Rose Franken

With the hustle bustle of our daily lives, many of us find it difficult to take time for a little romance with our partner. In fact, we usually place romance far down the list of priorities on any given day or week. It is time we rethink the importance of romance and quality time spent with our loved one. Instead of having an attitude of “I’ll get to it if there is time”, we need to actually schedule time and include spending time with our spouse a priority.

Red Hot Romance Gel Candle

The honeymoon-phase a relationship or marriage is so easy. We are giddy with love and our partner is our only focus. Yet as time goes on, we re-focus on our career, have children, join clubs and build a life with more obligations than we have time for. Unfortunately, this is when we choose to put the focus of our relationship on the back-burner. However, this is exactly when we need to put a priority on our relationship. Remember, it was this person you decided was someone to spend your life with, someone to love forever, and someone who helps you laugh and calms you when times are difficult. So why then do we put that person last in the exact situations where we need them the most?

To help jump start a fun day or night of romance, consider getting a few Red Hot Romance gel candles. The color, of course, speaks romance and love. Add in the spicy cinnamon aroma and you’ve got an atmosphere full of the right ingredients for your special night. You can chose to place several candles around the rim of your bath tub and enjoy shared tub time there, or place them strategically throughout you bedroom. The flickering glow of candle light by itself is magically romantic. The look and aroma of this candle add the extra touch to give a boost to your special time together.

Try to get in a regular routine at least once a week to share special time with only you and your loved one to keep the romance going and keep the strength of your relationship so that you are in a better state of mind to deal with all the distractions and stresses of everyday life.

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Aromatherapy Himalayan Salt Lamp

2012-08-06T14:56:00.000-04:00

The peaceful glow of orange hues of Himalayan salt lamps infuses a natural calm to the atmosphere of any room where you use them. Himalayan salt lamps are scientifically proven to work like an air purifier. When lit, the lamp emits negative ions that fight against positive charged ions. Positive charged ions are the particles that cause us to feel stuffy and sluggish.

People with breathing conditions such as asthma and C.O.P.D. often find using Himalayan salt lamps helpful in reducing symptoms simply by providing cleaner air in the area where the lamp is used. Some medical practitioners recommend using these lamps to help relieve depression and fatigue.

The benefits of a Himalayan Salt lamp alone make it worth having one or more in your home or work space. But the Aromatherapy Himalayan Salt lamp has the added benefit of being able to use essential oils in the same way you would use them in an essential oil warmer.

Aromatherapy benefits are becoming more widely accepted, so being able to receive aromatherapy benefits along with the air purifying properties of Himalayan salt lamps make this type of salt lamp an essential.

Essential oils can be placed in the dish on the top of the lamp. The oils gently warm as the lamp heats. The salt lamp uses a low-wattage bulb to ensure that the essential oils are warmed slowing, allowing the aroma to release their beneficial properties into your environment.

To receive the greatest benefit from an Himalayan Salt lamp, make sure you use it in the space you most often occupy in your home or work place, such as a family room, bedroom, or on your desk. Once you become accustomed to breathing clean, essential oil infused air in your space, don't be surprised if you find yourself wanting one for every room where you spend time.

To purchase this lamp, go to http://www.aromatherapysoothers.com/catalog/item/8496792/9361195.htm.

Jewel Toned Candle Holder

2012-08-05T15:10:00.003-04:00

If you are burning votive or tea light candles for aromatherapy benefits or just to fragrance a room, displaying the candles in an attractive holder will give you and others in the room visual pleasure while enjoy the aroma of the candles.

A stylish holder to use is the Jewel Toned candle holder. The warmth of the jewel colors of amethyst, ruby, emerald and amber add to the ambience the burning candles. The traditional jewel colors and the modern sleek styling make this candle holder versatile enough to make any décor.

Decorating ideas:

Place two candle holders down the center of your dining room table atop a table runner
If you have a fireplace mantle, place one at each end
Put one candle holder in the center of a coffee table in the family room
If you have a large built-in bathtub, place several around the rim to use when relaxing in an at home spa, being careful not to knock the candle holder over as the jewel toned cups are made of glass
Place on the top rack of a baker’s rack in the kitchen

However you decide to decorate with the Jewel Toned Candle Holder, you will be very pleased with the “punch” of color this candle holder will add to any room.

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Harmony Essential Oil Warmer

2012-08-02T16:04:00.003-04:00

Harmony Essential Oil Warmer

Essential oil warmers are an essential item to have if you really want to enjoy the full benefits of aromatherapy. Oil warmers are really broken down into two different types: 1) Electric warmers and 2) Candle-lit warmers. The type you chose to use is completely personal preference. I, however, prefer the candle-lit warmers for several reasons. One reason is that you aren’t using electricity and another is that you can place candle-lit oil warmers anywhere versus being limited to close proximity of an outlet with an electric warmer. Just keep an occasional eye on the warmer to make sure that the oil has not been depleted from the holder while the candle is still burning.

A very sleek, modern and peaceful style candle-lit warmer is the Harmony Essential Oil Warmer. If your aromatherapy goal is to try and bring mental peace and harmony, this warmer is the perfect choice.

Try these following recipes to create essential oil blends to help create a peaceful relaxing atmosphere:

Calming essential oil recipe

6 Drops Lavender
4 Drops Roman Chamomile
2 Drops Vanilla

Stress-relieving essential oil recipe

6 Drops Jasmine
4 Drops Sandalwood
2 Drops Ylang Ylang

Relaxing essential oil recipe

6 Drops Bergamot
4 Drops Lavender
2 Drops Eucalyptus

Whether you chose to try one or all of the above recipes, once made, use the Harmony Essential Oil warmer and your olfactory senses will enjoy the essential oil aromas while your visual sense will enjoy the oil warmer.

To purchase the Harmony Essential Oil Warmer visit: http://www.aromatherapysoothers.com/catalog/item/8390077/9242529.htm

Lily Bath and Body Products Basket

2012-08-01T10:47:00.004-04:00

Aromatherapy is all about healing your mind, body and spirit. What better way to help accomplish that than taking a soothing bath that relaxes yet refreshes at the same time.

The Lily Bath and Body Spa Basket contains shower gel, body lotion, body scrub, bath crystals, a bath fizzer and an eva puff all packed in a cute willow basket that you can use over and over again once your products are gone.

Lily Bath and Body Basket

Use the gel in the shower and the steam from the hot water will release the beautiful lily fragrance that has a side note of the earthy aroma of ivy. To receive the full aromatherapy benefits, close your eyes and take time for deep soothing breaths while showering. When finished, you will feel refreshed and relaxed with the added bonus of the sweet natural scent of lilies lingering on your skin.

When you can afford a little more time, use the bath crystals and bath fizzer to create your own at-home aromatherapy spa to help you relax, again with the sweet aroma of lilies and ivy adding to the tranquil setting.

Whether you choose to bathe or shower, it is always important to give yourself an opportunity to help reduce the stress in your life. Relaxing with the aromatic Lily Bath and Body Products basket is a good start.

"There must be quite a few things that a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them."
~Sylvia Plath

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Seashells Gel Candle

2012-08-01T08:33:00.004-04:00

Gel candles are always fun to have in the home. The versatility of color and decorations that can be used in gel candles provide a seemingly endless variety of styles that appeal to the olfactory and visual senses.

Seashells Gel Candle

This is the time of year that many of us are returning from our beach vacation. After we return home and get back into the grind of work or school, our minds seem to wander back to the relaxing days spent sitting on the beach, playing in the ocean and hearing the calming sounds of waves crashing upon the shore.

You can bring a reminder of those relaxing calm days into your home with the Seashells Gel Candle. The blue color alone brings to mind the tranquility of beautiful ocean waters. The added decoration of seashells is yet another reminder of fun days on the beach. The breezy ocean air scent will fill any room where this candle is placed reminding you of the warm days of fun in the sun.

Over the years, gel candles have received some bad press. Just follow these few standard candle safety rules and gel candles are no more likely to create any safety issues than wax candles:

Do not burn candle for longer than 2 hours at a time. This applies to any candle in a jar. This gives the container time to cool down.
Do not place burning candle directly into sun light, such as a window sill.
Do not place burning candle near any flammable materials such as draperies or lamp shades or bedding.

So, when you come home from work or school and want to rewind your mind back to your relaxing days on the beach, sit back in your favorite chair or soak in a soothing tub and let the aroma of the Seashells Gel candle take over.

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Green Garden Soy Candle

2012-07-31T16:40:00.000-04:00

According to the National Candle Association, candles are burned in 7 out of 10 U.S. households. In addition, use of candles for aromatherapy relaxation is increasing. Candles are always a popular home décor house warming gift and birthday gift.

Green Garden Soy Candle

The Green Garden Soy Candle has a sweet aroma with earthy undertones. With summertime fully upon, many of our homes are closed up with the air conditioner running. The scent of the Green Garden Soy Candle is the perfect way to bring the wonderful smells of our outdoor gardens inside.

This soy jar candle is a great choice for relaxing while reading in bed or soothing yourself in the bath. It is also a wonderful choice for a house warming gift for your new neighbors. With 90 hours of burn time, the scent of this soy jar candle will provide many hours of aromatic ambience to their new home.

The Green Garden Soy candle will be a popular choice whether for yourself or as a gift.

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Aromatherapy For Beginners

2012-07-30T18:57:00.001-04:00

If you have decided you want to give aromatherapy a try, you do not have to spend hours and hours reading books, articles and blog posts to get started.

Based on all the medical studies that indicate the ill effects stress can have on our bodies, one of the most common reasons people start using aromatherapy is to reduce stress.

Lavender is probably the most versatile essential oil and it is the “go to” oil aromatherapists use for stress relief. So before you spend a lot of money at a spa or buying aromatherapy products, purchase Lavender essential oil and use as follows:

Place a few drops on your pillow at night. This will not only help reduce stress, but will also aid with insomnia, which is very common if you are stressed.
Add 10 drops lavender oil to 8 ounces distilled water and use as a body spray. Take this spray/spritzer with you wherever you go and apply as needed.
Put a few drops of lavender oil on a tissue and place under nose to inhale. You can do this at work right before heading into that big meeting for your first presentation or in the car if “road rage” seems to be creeping up on you.

Chamomile is another commonly used essential oil for relieving stress. You can use chamomile in the same 3 ways listed above for lavender.

The only caution you should heed is not applying undiluted essential oil directly on your skin. Although many essential oils can safely be used undiluted, as a beginner if you avoid direct use you will have nothing to worry about.

So instead of telling yourself you will wait another day or wait until you feel you are more knowledgeable about aromatherapy, go out and purchase lavender or chamomile essential oil and get started today. As your stress levels begin to diminish, you will wonder why you waited so long.

And finally, just as you would need to take an antibiotic for several continuous days to help fight a bacterial infection, you need to continue your aromatherapy practices for several continuous days to reap the benefits.

Decorative Outdoor Hanging Candle Lanterns

2012-07-27T13:14:00.003-04:00

Summertime is when we plan our backyard neighborhood barbeques, family reunions or just a fun party night with friends. While you are making all the plans for food and where everyone will sit and eat, don’t forget to plan decorating your outside space. You will not only impress your guests, but will also set a festive mood no matter the occasion.

There are such a large variety and style of outdoor hanging candle lanterns available that it can seem daunting to choose which design to use. To help narrow down the selection you need to decide:

What is the theme of the party?
Do you want the lanterns to blend into the outdoor environment or stand out?
What area of your backyard are you trying to light?
What size candles do you want to use?

Most candle lanterns can either sit on a table or hang from patio covers, patio railings or be strung up between trees. If you choose candle lanterns that are fully enclosed, you don’t have to worry about the candle flame burning any material outside the lantern itself. And, with candle lanterns, you do not have to worry about having electricity in close proximity to where you want to light darkened areas.

Candle lanterns such as Moroccan-style lanterns come in a variety of colors and styles so they may be a good choice if you want to have a particular color to your outdoor decorating theme. There are also styles available in plain white or green colors that can blend in to your backyard space if that is what you desire.

Don’t forget to think about decorations for your outdoor space as you plan your next backyard party, especially if you want your guests to stay and party into the night. You and your guests will be very impressed with how strategically placed candle lanterns add just the right amount of that “special touch” to your party.

View our selection of candle lanterns today at http://www.aromatherapysoothers.com/candleholders.html

Aromatherapy Room Fragrancing

2012-07-25T12:37:00.001-04:00

One of the benefits of aromatherapy is mental well-being. Who can deny that a relaxing or refreshing aroma while you read, sleep or work helps to improve your mental well-being? There are several products available to use for dispersing aroma from the essential oils used in aromatherapy throughout your personal space.

One thing to keep in mind about the aromas of essential oils is that the scent is not as strong as the aroma of fragrance oils. This is neither negative nor positive. Just know that if you are looking for a strong aroma you may want to use products scented with perfume oils instead of essential oils. If you do prefer perfume oils, be aware that while the strength of the aroma may be what you want, perfume oils do not provide the benefits that can be derived from aromatherapy essential oils.

Before deciding which type of product to use for fragrancing a room, you need to decide the mood enhancement you wish to achieve. If you want soothing scents, look for products with floral essential oils such as lavender. If you want refreshing scents, use products with essential oils from fruits such as orange blossom. If you are unsure about what essential aroma you need for a particular benefit, there are many articles and blogs (some that I have published) that provide you with information regarding all the different essential oils and their benefits.

Some of the most effective aromatherapy room fragrancing products are:

Candles
Essential Oil Warmers
Reed Diffusers
Incense
Lamp Rings

There is such a variety of products you can use to fragrance your personal space. If you are new to aromatherapy or have never tried aromatherapy, room fragrancing is a great place to start. The emotional and mental benefits of aromatherapy can be extremely satisfying and with the variety of products available, you can certainly find a product that suits your personal needs to make it worth trying.

To read the entire article about aromatherapy room fragrancing, visit http://www.aromatherapysoothers.com/articles/article/8447329/166617.htm

Five Aromatherapy Products That Pamper

2012-07-18T15:22:00.000-04:00

Aromatherapy is widely used today and its uses range from relieving pain for minor burns to alleviating stress. So what products should you use when you want to pamper yourself with aromatherapy? Mostly, the choice depends on personal preference and sometimes the choice depends on what you want to achieve.

The key to an aromatherapy product is that it contains essential oils. Products that include essential oils range from candles to bath salts.

A side not regarding bath salts and what kids are doing today: Bath salts manufactured purely for the purpose of indulging in the tub are made with either Sea Salt or Epsom Salt and do not contain the chemicals that have compound structures that mimic methamphetamine. Whether you purchase your own or you get a great “gift” from your teenager, just check that the label to see if sea salt or Epsom salt is listed as the base component. If it is, you do not need to worry about what your children are really doing with the bath salts.

Essential oils are known to contain properties that promote physical and mental well-being. While it is not believed that the essential oils themselves actually cure physical illnesses per se, the use of the oils on a regular basis will maintain an overall healthier body and help to avoid getting sick in the first place. In instances where an illness does require medical attention and treatment, aromatherapy can work side by side with traditional medicines to speed the healing process. For your mental well-being, it is widely believed that certain essential oils can help relieve stress, anxiety, insomnia and other states of mental duress that can also bring upon physical illness.

Note: There are those who do believe essential oils have healing abilities. If you intend to try and heal yourself with essential oils, it is highly recommended to consult an Aromatherapist who is well trained in the field of aromatherapy.

Following are five of the most popular aromatherapy products you can use to pamper yourself.

Aromatherapy Candles
Essential Oil Warmers
Essential Oil Room Diffusers
Aromatherapy Body Sprays
Bath Oils and Salts

So, whether you want to relax with a lavender scented candle or re-energize with a spicy orange scented body spritzer, you will have little to lose and much to gain by trying to pamper yourself with aromatherapy products.

To read full article visit: www.aromatherapysoothers.com/articles/article/8447329/166507.htm

SUNDAY SCENTS: Chamomile Essential Oil Benefits

2012-07-15T14:56:00.000-04:00

There are two types of Chamomile essential oils, Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) and German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita). Another essential oil called Moroccan Chamomile (Ormenis mixta) does exist; however Moroccan chamomile is not from a true chamomile plant. This article will focus solely on the Roman and German species of chamomile.

Although the flowers of the plants can look very similar, the plants are very different. Roman chamomile is a creeping perennial plant that grows as ground cover. Roman chamomile is thick and resilient to being walked on and in England many people chose to use this herbal plant as scented lawns. German chamomile is an annual plant that has long erect stems growing two to three feet tall that blooms between May and October.

The essential oils of Roman chamomile are extracted from the flowers and upper parts of the plant, whereas the essential oils of German chamomile are extracted only from the flower. While the medicinal applications and health benefits of both varieties parallel each other, the German variety contains more of the active chemical chamazulene and is therefore more potent than the Roman variety.

The main beneficial medical properties of both varieties of Chamomile include anti-inflammatory, sedative, anti-spasmodic and anti-bacterial.

Health Use Ideas

Dilute 3 drops German Chamomile essential oil with 1 Tbsp. carrier oil and massage into affected area to relieve muscle spams
Apply a warm Roman Chamomile essential oil compress to a baby’s stomach to relieve colic
Add 6 drops Roman Chamomile to a warm bath to ease everyday tension
For an earache, dilute one drop German Chamomile with 1 Tbsp. carrier oil, dip cotton swab in oil mixture and place in ear for at least 2 hours.

Beauty Use Ideas

Chamomile is well known for reducing facial puffiness, especially under the eyes. Steep a bag of chamomile tea, let cool, squeeze out excess liquid and place teabag directly on puffy area for 15 to 30 minutes.
To reduce itchiness of eczema, mix 4 drops German Chamomile with 6 ounces of an unscented lotion. Apply directly to affected area twice a day.
For opening and cleansing pores, make a facial steam bath by adding 4 drops German Chamomile essential oil to 1 quart of boiling water. Place towel over head to “tent” and put face over bowl. Make sure to allow water to cool enough so as not to scald your face.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or licensed aromatherapist. All information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice for any condition you may have.

Homemade Aromatherapy Body Sprays

2012-07-12T22:33:00.001-04:00

The popularity of aromatherapy has risen significantly over the past decade, one of the main reasons being that people are turning to more natural, toxic-free choices for promoting health and well-being in their daily lives. There are a variety of products available to use for creating a soothing, relaxing or refreshing aromatherapy environment. Some are candles, essential oil warmers and spa bath products.

Another effective aromatherapy product is body sprays, also known as spritzers. Making your own is not only less expensive but you can also make custom sprays to suit what you like best and provide the benefit you wish to achieve. Aromatherapy body sprays can be useful in helping relieve allergies, calming yourself when you are feeling nervous, or soothing yourself if you have insomnia. All you need is a basic understanding of what essential oils provide what benefits. If you are not sure which essential oil is beneficial for what, there are numerous books and websites available that will help.

The basic ingredients for making homemade aromatherapy body sprays are:

8 oz. of distilled water

8 drops of essential oil
2 Tbsp. carrier oil

The essential oil can be anything from angelica to ylang-ylang and the carrier oil can be one of the many available although I prefer sweet almond oil.

Put the above 3 ingredients into a 16 oz. lidded glass jar and shake well. Then add the ingredients from this jar into your own spritzer/spray bottle as needed. You should store extra body spray mixture in a place that it will not come in to contact with sunlight such as a bathroom cupboard or a kitchen pantry.

The ideal spray bottle to use for your homemade body spray is a glass perfume bottle. First, it is better to keep the homemade spray in a glass container. Second, there is an almost unlimited variety with choice of colors, shapes and sizes of glass spray perfume bottles, and much can be said for adding a visual impact to the emotional, physical and spiritual impact of aromatherapy. In lieu of purchasing glass perfume bottles, you can use small plastic spray bottles such as those found in any drugstore, usually in travel kit sets. However, it is not recommended to keep your homemade mixture stored in plastic.

Start today and experiment with different essential oils to find the perfect aromatherapy spray for you. They can be refreshing, soothing, calming or relaxing depending on your choice of essential oil. And who knows; in making and bottling the spray, you may just find that perfect gift for someone special who enjoys the personal touch of a homemade gift.

ESSENTIAL OIL WARMERS

2012-07-10T11:18:00.000-04:00

Most people have read many articles and blogs about the benefits of using essential oils for overall health and well-being. One of the most beneficial ways to use essential oils is through inhalation. This can be accomplished by burning a candle, placing an aromatherapy reed diffuser in a room, or by using an essential oil warmer.

There are two types of oil warmers. One uses electricity and one uses a tea light candle. The type you decide to use is completely personal preference. My preference is the tea light candle oil warmer. The burn time of a tea light candle is the perfect duration of time for heating the essential oil, you have more options of where to place the oil warmer because you are not limited to areas where you have access to an electrical outlet, and it is better for the environment because you are not consuming electricity.

When choosing the oils you want to warm in an essential oil warmer, keep in mind that although fragrance oils smell wonderful you will not receive the potential health benefits as you would using essential oils. That is not to say that you should only use essential oils in your warmer. If all you are looking for is a way to fragrance a room, then definitely use fragrance oil. They are typically less expensive and will throw a stronger aroma throughout your personal space. If, however, you are looking to receive the benefits of say, relaxation, then make sure you are purchase oil that is an essential oil. In the case of aiding in relaxation try lavender. In the case of re-energizing try any citrus essential oil.

Your choices of essential oil warmers are almost unlimited and the price you will spend varies greatly. Spend time searching the web to find the type and style of oil warmer that suits your needs and personality.

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AROMATHERAPY REED DIFFUSERS

2012-07-09T09:23:00.001-04:00

Filling a room with fragrance can be soothing, calming and relaxing. Many people create this atmosphere by burning candles. If you are one of the many people who enjoy the wonderful aromas available for diffusing into a room but do not like the idea of an open flame from a candle, try using aromatherapy reed diffusers. Heat and open flam is not required to disperse the fragrance. As a result, reed diffusers are safe for use virtually anywhere.

In additional to an almost unlimited variety of fragrances available for reed diffusers, there are also a wide variety bottle colors, shapes and sizes. So, in addition to dispersing fragrance throughout your room with aromatherapy reed diffusers, you will also have a stylish accent piece that will fit with any décor.

Reed diffusers work by “wicking” the fragrance oil in the bottle through the porous diffuser reeds. Once the reeds are saturated, the aroma has nowhere to go so it diffuses throughout the room. Depending on the amount of diffuser blend oil in your bottle, the diffusing fragrance can last for months. Turning the saturated reeds occasionally will refresh the scent, giving a stronger scent throw for a longer period of time.

Aromatherapy reed diffusers are a safe, flame-free option for adding fragrance to your personal space. Without the concern of an open-flame they are also a safe option if you have children or pets. Do be aware that the diffuser bottles should be kept out of reach of children however. You do not want them to digest the diffuser oils.

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Summer Relaxation With At Home Spa Baths

2012-06-22T15:45:00.001-04:00

It is summer time and we are all being pulled in so many directions. First, we need to maintain our continued dedication to our job attempting to keep up the long hours required to complete our tasks and show that as always we still have the same drive to achieve. Then we have our children’s soccer games, baseball games, tennis lessons, etc. to not only get the kids to but try to get ourselves to as well, to show our complete and absolute support for what our children do. Then there are the never-ending cookouts, block parties, and ice cream socials to attend. And lastly, there is the never ending yard work.

Eucalyptus and Lemongrass Bath Set

So when do we get time to just unwind and relax and pamper ourselves? Obviously, not often but in order to maintain our crazy schedules we do need to focus some time for ourselves to relax and re-charge our batteries. If we don’t, burn-out will inevitable occur. With time constraints foremost in our in mind, we need to figure out how to get the most “bang for our buck” when it comes to so to speak.

One of the best utilization of time spent re-energizing is an at-home spa bath. You might think to yourself that you are already feeling overheated from the 90+ degree weather and running around all day that the last thing you want is to sit in a hot tub. Actually, to cool yourself down while relaxing taking a bath is your best bet.

First, to achieve the most benefit from an at-home spa bath, the bath water temperature should be the same as normal body temperature of 98.6^oF. If you have spent the day sitting at your daughter’s Saturday softball game, then coming home and weeding the garden, then head back out to your son’s baseball game that evening, all during a heat wave of 90 degrees, a soak in a 98.6^o tub will bring your body’s temperature back to normal at a slow enough rate so as not to put your body into shock.

Lily Bath and Body Set

While achieve the cooling down, you can also achieve relaxation by adding aromatic bubble bath, bath salts or bath oils. To add to your relaxation, light several aromatherapy candles and place throughout the bathroom then turn off the lights and slip into the tub. After spending only 15-25 minutes, you will be surprised at how much better you feel. If you take your spa bath right before bedtime, you will relax your body just enough to be able to get a great night’s sleep. You will then awaken feeling refreshed and rejuvenated with enough energy to begin another hectic day.

There are an enormous variety of aromatic bath and body products to choose from that are available either on-line or at bath and body product stores to enhance your at-home spa bath experience. Aromas range from lavender and sage to eucalyptus and lemongrass with each aroma having its own benefits. Determine what benefits you are seeking from your at-home spa bath then chose an appropriate aromatic product. Many places sell all inclusive basket sets that include products such as body gel, bath salts, bath oil, body lotion and candles which can actually save you money versus buying each product individually.

Sandalwood Naturals Bath Basket

Regardless of the product(s) you choose to use, put serious consideration into taking at least a weekly at-home spa bath in the summertime. You will be amazed at how much more you can accomplish by treating yourself to this small step of pampering yourself.

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SCENTED JAR CANDLES

2012-06-08T19:16:00.004-04:00

There are many articles and blogs describing the benefits of aromatherapy candles for soothing, relaxing, relieving stress and rejuvenating a person’s mind and body. But does a candle have to be classified as an “aromatherapy” candle to provide some of the same benefits?

To explore this question we must first understand what aromatherapy really is. Although there are many definitions, the basic definition of aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to provide physical and mental well-being through topical or aromatic application. Many essential oils have their own unique healing properties due to their chemical makeup but they also have distinct aromas.

Seeing as the sense of smell is one of our strongest emotional senses, it only seems to reason that any aroma, be it the aroma of an essential oil or the aroma from a fragrance oil should be able to provide a relaxing environment, a soothing environment or a stress-free atmosphere when you are in a room where the fragrance is being dispersed.

One of the most common ways of dispersing fragrance throughout a room is by burning a candle. Jar candles are especially popular because you can easily transport the candle (say between home and the office) without damaging the wick or wax. There is a plethora of scented jar candles available and although they may not contain fragrance of essential oils, their fragrances do bring about emotional feelings of relaxation, calm, relief, and sometimes melancholy.

Even before taking your first sip, doesn’t the aroma of your freshly brewed morning coffee give you a lift? Then it can be said that a coffee fragranced candle can provide the same uplifting benefit. When you smell freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, doesn’t the aroma give you a feeling of melancholy remembering back to the time of your childhood making cookies with mom? Then it can be said that a chocolate chip cookie scented candle can give you the same emotion. When you peel an orange, doesn’t the refreshing aroma uplift and re-energize you even before eating the orange? Then it can be said that an orange scented candle can provide the same rejuvenating benefit.

You do not always have to have an aromatherapy candle with essential oils to receive emotional benefits. Try burning a Fresh Linen scented jar candle in your bedroom a few hours before it’s time to go to sleep and see if you don’t have that same relaxed feeling as you do when you climb into bed on “clean sheet day”. Or try burning a Vanilla Orchid scented jar candle in your bathroom while you relax in a tub and see if you don’t have a sense of calm while dreaming of relaxing on an exotic tropical beach. How about burning an Orange Spice scented jar candle while you are cleaning on a Saturday morning and see if you don’t feel refreshed and uplifted.

Jar candles scented with fragrance oil instead of essential oil may not have the healing properties claimed to exist in true aromatherapy candles, but don’t feel that you cannot benefit from these scented candles. It is always beneficial anytime your emotions are affected in a positive way.

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Himalayan Salt Bath Benefits

2012-06-08T14:22:00.000-04:00

"There must be quite a few things that a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them."
~Sylvia Plath

Himalayan bath salts have long been known for their detoxifying, purifying and healing properties. Taking a Himalayan salt bath, also known as a sole (so-lay) bath, is a very rejuvenating experience for the mind and body. Through absorption, your body will rebalance its energy, replace electrolytes and purge heavy metals.

As the name would indicate, Himalayan salts are extracted from deep within the Himalayan Mountains. Millions of years ago, an ocean existed where the mountains now stand. The sun dried up the ocean leaving only salt behind. The Himalayan Mountains formed on top of this vast bed of salt which turned to crystalline. The mountains have served to protect the salt from the pollutants found in today’s ocean salts. Therefore, once extracted, Himalayan salts need no processing that would lead to changing the beneficial chemical make-up of the salt or adding toxins to the salt.

Himalayan salts contain 84 nutritional minerals that are important to our daily body functions. Some of these minerals are macro-minerals and some are trace minerals. Some of the macro-minerals include calcium, chloride, magnesium, and iron, potassium and sodium. Some of the trace minerals include fluoride, iodine, zinc, and selenium. Macro-minerals are needed in relative abundance for our body’s health and amounts needed depend on age, general health levels and activity levels. Our bodies also require the trace elements in the salts, but in much lower quantities. While some trace elements in the Himalayan salt such as lead and plutonium can be toxic in large quantities, the small quantities present in pure Himalayan present no health risk.

Just as the phases of the moon affect the strength of the ocean’s high and low tides, the peak of beneficial effects of sole baths is also tied to the phases of the moon. During the new moon phase, our body’s capacity for detoxification is at its highest. During the full moon phase, our body’s capacity for absorption is at its highest. You do not have to wait until these peak periods to enjoy and benefit from a sole bath; just be aware that if your singular goal is to detox or absorb, these are the moon phases you should wait for to attain the most benefit.

For everyone who partakes in sole baths, you should soak no longer than 20 to 30 minutes trying to maintain a water temperature equal to your body temperature of approximately 98.6F. After bathing, do not rinse off; rather wrap yourself in a towel and rest for 15 minutes. After your resting period you can then rinse off.

Any day is a good day to begin using Himalayan bath salts to re-energize and cleanse your body. Once you experience the benefits of a sole bath, you will be unlikely to want to use any other type of bath salts again.

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Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, holistic practitioner or aromatherapist. This article is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please consult a professional for any medical condition you have or think you may have.

EXOTIC MOROCCAN CANDLE LANTERNS

2012-06-01T12:11:00.001-04:00

Moroccan Market Candle Lantern

The exotic romance of Moroccan design allures the most discriminate of home designers and party planners alike. From the designs of traditional Berber carpet dating back to the Paleolithic era made by the Berber tribes of northern Morocco to intricate tile mosaics and the detailed metal scroll work of Moroccan Candle Lanterns, Moroccan design combines the best of a mixture of African and Far East cultures with Spanish and French influences.

If you decide to bring the exquisite beauty of Moroccan design into your home, it is easiest to start small. An affordable and great start is Moroccan candle lanterns. With the multitude of colors and sizes available you will not have any problems finding a lantern that suits your tastes.

Enchanted Amethyst Moroccan Lantern

Rooms that look the best with the exotic design are bedrooms, bathrooms and dens/offices. Bathrooms especially are suited for an exotic look and candle lanterns achieve this. In addition, you get the added bonus of creating an aromatherapy environment by choosing an appropriate candle for burning within the Moroccan candle lantern. Imagine soaking in your tub with several candles burning in a candle lantern that throws a bewitching display of swirls and colors throughout the room. That is a way to experience relaxation at its best.

Another fantastic use of Moroccan candle lanterns is wedding receptions. Indoors or outdoors, you can either sit the lanterns on tables as a centerpiece or string multiple lanterns together. Once the lighting is dimmed the candlelight provides a romantic and exotic atmosphere that everyone will enchant everyone.

White Medallion Moroccan Lantern

However you choose to use your Moroccan Candle lanterns, you will never fail in creating an environment that inspires feelings of romance and exotic intrigue.

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SUNDAY SCENTS: Tea Tree Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

2012-05-28T18:34:00.002-04:00

Tea Tree Oil (Malaleuca alternifolia) has warm, spicy top notes with an undertone of pungent medicinal aromas. Tea Tree is a small tree or shrub sometimes referred to as paper bark as the bark of the tree is white and papery. Tea Tree is native to Australia. The essential oil is steam or water distilled from the leaves and twigs.

Tea Tree essential oil is considered the most “medicinal” of all essential oils. Studies in the United States, England and Australia have verified the germ fighting abilities of Tea Tree essential oil against bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Health Use Ideas

· Add 2 to 3 drops tea tree oil into a bath to help boost a poor immune system.

· Apply 1 drop neat (undiluted) oil to a cold sore immediately upon breakout.

· Put 3 drops tea tree oil with 2 drops lavender into an essential oil warmer to diffuse into room to help prevent infection.

Beauty Use Ideas

Tea Tree essential oil can be irritating to sensitive skin and has no know properties that would benefit skin care such as toning skin. Other than the health use ideas listed above, tea tree essential oil should be used in small quantities and rarely applied directly to the skin.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or licensed aromatherapist. All information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice for any condition you may have.

CANDLE ACCESSORIES FOR WEDDING DECORATIONS

2012-05-28T17:48:00.000-04:00

Summer wedding season is fully upon us and many women are making final plans. Table decorations are one of the more important parts of wedding planning. As more people are planning weddings that combined romance with nature, outdoor wedding and receptions are becoming more common.

Candles are always a romantic touch to table decorations, but outdoor weddings can pose problems with keeping candles lit. That is why choosing candle lanterns is a great choice. Not only can you still have candle light at your reception, but you won’t have problems with keeping the candles lit. In addition, candle lanterns can actually add to the romantic atmosphere with the intriguing shadows they cast.

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