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Historical Information About Lavender

Lavender has been widely used for over 2,500 years. The Romans scented their public bathhouses with it and the ancient Egyptians included it in mummification. 

In Medieval and Renaissance Europe washerwomen were known as lavenders because they spread their laundry over lavender bushes to dry. Lavender has historically been promoted for its soothing, relaxing qualities and has been used to treat hyperactivity, insomnia, headaches, and sore joints. 

Also used to help ward off diseases such as the plague and cholera. Lavender is believed to act as a mild sedative and has been used to treat burns, bruises and insect bites. 

It has long been considered a herb of love. Cleopatra was said to have used Lavender to seduce Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.

 

The Difference between Lavenders ~

- Lavender Sweet has a soft, gentle scent,ideal for using in cleaning products, laundry and skin care. It can still be utilised to assist the skin's natural healing and regeneration processes, to promote relaxation, calm and balance.
 
- Lavender True  is utilised in Skin Healing to assist the skin's natural healing and regeneration processes, especially when blistered or scalded. Lavender True  is very calming and may help to ease painful nerve activity. Use to promote sleep & calm and helps to counter restlessness and sleeplessness. Use to counter the affects of shock. Can be used to aid healing when skin is bruised and damaged.

- Lavender Spike is reported to have antispasmodic properties that may be useful against irritating coughs, it blends well with other respiratory essential oils. Can be used to promote clear sinuses in babies and has a gentle penetrating aroma that encourages deep healthy breathing. It offers cleansing and expectorant properties to support natural recovery from respiratory illness and is ideal for young children and elderly. Has reported analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties a useful addition to massage blends for treating painful body conditions and injury.

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12 Essential Oils For Good Digestive Health

Essential oils to help with digestive issues ~

1 - Fennel
Fennel essential oil is well known for its digestive benefits and is useful for the relief of indigestion and over-indulgence. Fennel can be used to help combat a range of other digestive issues such as spasms, parasites, flatulence, indigestion, nausea and colic. Fennel essential oil can also be a great addition to a weight loss program. SHOP >

2 - Ginger
Ginger essential oil has an inviting, arousing, aroma that complements vital energy and strength. It has cleansing and soothing properties that support its use as an aid to healthy digestion and managing feelings of nausea, especially during pregnancy. To assist a healthy appetite and digestion, especially when eating is not appealing, add 3 drops of ginger to a diffuser one hour prior to eating. Traditionally ginger is found in many civilisations for both culinary and medicinal purposes. Since the Middle Ages it has been valued by the Western world as a digestive aid. SHOP >

3 - Peppermint

Peppermint essential oil contains unique compounds that can help relax digestive muscles and allow painful digestive gas to pass. If you experience frequent nausea, diarrhea, or menstrual cramps, or suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), peppermint oil can also provide lasting relief for these uncomfortable conditions. For travel sickness, rub 1-2 drops directly onto the solar plexus to maintain natural balance and counter nausea. SHOP >

 
4 - Cardamon
Cardamon aka Cardamon essential oil is a classic Indian Ayurvedic ‘digestive’ spice. Cardamon is a refreshing, uplifting oil. It is active for the digestive system, working to aid effective elimination, and to help calm colic, gas and nausea, constipation and reflux. It has a warming effect on the stomach which is especially useful for heartburn. Because it helps stimulate the balanced secretion of gastric juices, bile, and other vital digestive acids, cardamom oil makes an excellent remedy for many common digestive disorders. SHOP > 

5 - Oregano
Oregano essential oil is an extremely powerful antibacterial, antifungal, and antiparasitic healing oil that helps to kill off harmful bacteria and restore a proper bacterial balance in the digestive tract.  SHOP >
 
6 - Aniseed
Aniseed essential oil has antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties that support its use for digestive care. Traditionally in ancient Rome the seeds were included in a spice cake to aid digestion after a meal. Medicinally, it is perhaps best known as a main ingredient in 'gripe water' which is given to infants with colic, gastrointestinal discomfort, teething pain, reflux and other stomach ailments. To assist a healthy digestive process apply 2-5 drops Aniseed to a half teaspoon of vegetable oil and massage into the stomach in a clockwise direction. SHOP >
 
7 - Nutmeg

Nutmeg encourages healthy appetite and may also be useful against intestinal parasites and infections. Use 2-3 drops in 5 ml Olive oil and massage onto abdomen in a clockwise direction before mealtimes. SHOP >

8 -Lemongrass

Lemongrass essential oil is good for aiding in digestion because it stimulates glandular secretions and helps with indigestion, colitis and gastroenteritis. Traditionally lemongrass appears in traditional Chinese medicine for stomach pain. SHOP >

9 - Lemon

Lemon essential oil helps aid with digestion, boost weight-loss and metabolism. Lemon has the ability to clean toxins from the any part of the body which includes the digestive system and the kidneys. Historically lemons have been used for their medicinal properties for centuries, and their health benefits are well-documented. Many centuries ago, the ancient Egyptians would drink lemon juice to clear their bodies of toxins and poisons. Science has further discovered that lemons are also good immune system boosters, help aid in digestion, and can help detoxify and purify the liver. SHOP > 

10 - Tarragon

Tarragon essential oil has a spicy scent with undertones of anise. Tarragon is traditionally used in cooking. Historically it is known as the 'herb of the dragon'. Tarragon oil has many medicinal uses, which include its powerful ability to stimulate appetite and digestive function. It also has the ability to fight intestinal worms and helps stimulate the liver's natural production of bile, a critical component of the digestive process that helps to eliminate  toxins from the body. Tarragon oil has long been used throughout history for these and other purposes, and may provide exceptional digestive relief particularly when combined with various other beneficial essential oils.  SHOP >

11 - Coriander Seed

Coriander Seed essential oil can be used as an appetite stimulant by diffusing in the kitchen while cooking or in eating spaces. It helps to supports good appetite, a balanced nervous system and is uplifting to the spirit. Historically Coriander featured in ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman cultures and has been used to aid nausea and other digestive problems. It is one of the oldest known herbs and has a long history of culinary and medicinal use. SHOP >

12 - Basil

Basil essential oil is effective in digestive disorders, ranging from nausea to hiccups. For centuries herbal practitioners have recommended Basil to support digestive health, in particular to soothe a bloated tummy, flatulence or indigestion. SHOP >

Please refer to directions of each essential oil before use.  

Other great oils for good digestive health include - orange, marjoram, patchouli, spearmint , clove bud and German chamomile.

Please note this information is for educational purposes only.


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Recipe : Cold & Flu - Chest Rub + Germ Spray

 Use this chest rub at the first sign of when you think a cold and flu might be coming on. The chest rub and germ fighting spray can both be used as  preventative methods if people in your family or around you are sick. Diffusing the essential oils used in these recipes will also help to fight airborne germs. 

<< RECIPE : CHEST RUB >>
(For 10 years & up)

INGREDIENTS :

• 1/2 cup coconut oil [SHOP ONLINE]
•  2 teaspoons vegetable oil (eg olive) [SHOP ONLINE]
• 15 drops basil sweet essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
• 15 drops eucalyptus essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
• 10 drops lemon essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
•  10 drops peppermint essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
•  5 drops sandalwood essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
• 5 drops tea tree essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
  
  METHOD:

• Combine in a glass bowl or add directly into jar and stir well.
• Store in glass jars with tight lids. 
• If making a smaller amount use approx 30 drops total of essential oil per 50grams of coconut oil. Which is approx half the amount of recipe above.
• Rub on the chest and neck area every few hours or as needed to help ease coughing or a sore throat. 
• Can also be applied to the feet at night and then cover with socks for sleep.
• I usually keep the jar in the fridge when not in use to keep it fresh and the coconut oil a firm consistency. You may need to use a spoon to scoop it out and then warm it up with hands prior to rubbing onto skin.
• Alternatively you could add 2 table spoons of melted beeswax or candelilla wax to make it more balm like.
• Other great oils you could use to replace some oils are - Red Myrtle, Eucalyptus Peppermint, Scots Pine, or Rosemary CT2 essential oil etc. I prefer to keep the basil, lemon , eucalyptus & peppermint as the main components of the blend.

SOME ESSENTIAL OIL PROPERTIES:

Lemon essential oil is antibacterial and also an expectorant. It can be diffused to kill airborne bacteria and can also be used to help slow wheezing and upper respiratory problems.

Basil (Sweet) contains a balance of linalool and methyl chavicol. It can be used diluted to help with headaches associated with cold and flu, ear aches, sore throats and to help ease coughing combine in a chest rub.

Eucalyptus essential oil is excellent for aiding in the relief of many respiratory complaints, expectorant and anti-infectious. Seen as a potential anti-viral essence, Eucalyptus radiata has good ‘toning’ qualities, for boosting our Defensive Qi, the ‘energetic’ aspect of our immune system. Singly distilled (not rectified) from ACO certified organic tree.

You can also use these oils in the diffuser or place a few drops in a bowl of hot water for a steam inhalation.

<< RECIPE : GERM SPRAY >> 

This recipe  is for a 50ml travel size bottle. Increase amounts according to the bottle size you will be using.

INGREDIENTS:

• 50ml water
• 10 drops lemon essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
• 5 drops peppermint essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
• 5 drops eucalyptus essential oil [SHOP ONLINE]
• 20 drops disper [SHOP ONLINE]

METHOD:

• Add oils & disper directly to a dark coloured spray bottle then fill with water.

• Spray before going out in public.

• Can be used as a hand sanitiser.

• Avoid spraying into eyes.

• Can be also used to spray around the home or on furniture.

 

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Aroma-Bloom For The Whole Family

The whole family will love this ultrasonic diffuser! Bring stillness, peace and tranquility into your home with the Aroma-Bloom aromatherapy diffuser and pure essential oils!

The Aroma-Bloom is family friendly. Cool to touch, auto power off when no water is left, and long running capacity to operate through the whole day and/or night.

 

The Aroma-Bloom is safe as it does not use any heat source, and switches off automatically when there is no water left! Great to use whilst sleeping especially with relaxing essential oils.

 

Available in 3 stunning colours : Charcoal, Fuchsia &  Lime!
 

The Aroma Bloom , offers 5 in 1 multi functions:

• Essential Oil/Aroma Vaporiser
• Humidifier
• Air purifier
• Ioniser
• Mood / Night lamp

 

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Recipe : Homemade Natural Foundation Powder

Ingredients :

    - Arrowroot flour/starch
    - Cocoa powder or cacao powder
    - Cinnamon (ground)
    - Nutmeg (ground)
    - Ginger (ground)
    - Bentonite clay [shop online]
    - Vitamin E liquid [shop online]
    - Pure lavender essential oil [shop online]

Method :

1. Gather your ingredients and a non-metallic bowl (Bentonite Clay should not come in contact with metal).
   
2. The amount you use of each ingredient will greatly depend on your skin complexion. So start with a 1/4 cup arrowroot flour/starch. This is your base. You can go back later and add more if you need a lighter powder.
     
3.  Add 4 Tablespoons cocoa / cacao powder to begin . (if you have darked toned skin add more as required)
    
4.  Add 1/4 teaspoon each of the ground nutmeg and ginger (if you have more of an olive skin complexion you may need more)
     
5.  Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
       
6. Add 2 teaspoons bentonite clay
       
7. Add 10 drops of the vitamin E liquid
       
8. Add 12 drops of lavender essential oil
    
9. Mix all your ingredients in the bowl, starting with the arrowroot as your base. Add each ingredient as listed above. Whisk together. Test the color by placing a small amount on your face (or arm) with your finger. It may take a little tweaking the first time to make the perfect shade for your complexion. Keep record of the amounts used once you have made and tested your first batch.
   
   
10. Store your foundation powder in a small container and use a sponge or brush to apply.