

Simple Recipes for Teas or Infusions for Digestive and Sleep Support
Yesterday I wrote a post on teas, infusions, decoctions, and tinctures but didn't include any recipes. In these next few posts I'll share...


Tinctures, Teas, and Decoctions, Oh My!
There is concern over the casual internal use of essential oils. While I do not advocate using essential oils on a daily basis say in...


Pottery and Palo Santo
My circulatory massage instructor gifted me a gorgeous ceramic bowl she threw and glazed. You can see it in the picture above. I made an...


Herbs and Oils for Brain & Nervous System Health
Your brain is designed to think -- but do you give much thought to your brain and nervous system? As I study circulatory massage, herbal...


Warming Relief with Black Pepper Essential Oil
Black pepper is a staple in most kitchens but in aromatherapy and massage? Yes the spicy steam distilled fruit of the Piper nigrum plant...


Ask an Aromatherapist: Is Tea Tree Essential Oil Safe for Boys?
A friend's son uses a shampoo with tea tree essential oil listed as one of the ingredients and he finds it very effective at maintaining...


Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora) for Respiratory Support and More
One of my favorite go to essential oils for respiratory support is ravintsara ct. 1.8 cineole (Cinnamomum camphora ct. 1,8 cineole). Like...


Oh Lavender! You star in this Easy to Make Shea-Aloe Cream
Well loved and oh so beneficial lavender (Lavandula angustafolia) strikes me as a great topic as mother's day draws near. I must admit...


Which CBD Product is Right for Me?
I like to think for myself. I like choice. So I provide lots of different products and customization for the people I serve. The only...


Is Topical CBD Application Beneficial for Relieving Muscle and Joint Aches?
People have heard of ingesting and inhaling cannabinoids for relief but what about topical applications? CBD, the cannabinoid from hemp...











































