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Essential Oil Blog Post Sharing

08/22/2025 autocreate740 Leave a comment

As many of you know who follow HairBlues, I often share information about Essential Oils because I am a NAHA Certified Aromatherapist. Recent news about essential oils and the wellness and well-being benefits of using them (after checking with your doctor of course) 🙂 are one of the Wellness “Top Topics” nowadays.

I have shared the Essential 3 blog with you before, but this month, they have included a fascinating review that dives deep into the benefits of one essential oil in particular—Patchouli. Often recognized for its rich and earthy fragrance, Patchouli is not just a relic of “hippie news” from the past; it is an essential oil that truly deserves to be highlighted for its numerous benefits.

The benefits of Patchouli extend beyond just its aromatic qualities. Historically, it has been known to support emotional balance and contribute to a sense of grounding. When used in aromatherapy, Patchouli can help uplift mood and alleviate feelings of stress or anxiety. Moreover, it possesses antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, making it valuable in skincare. It can assist in the healing of minor cuts, burns, and rashes, contributing to overall skin health and appearance.

If you’re curious about how to incorporate Patchouli into your wellness routine or simply want to learn more about its applications, I highly recommend checking out the Essential 3 newsletter this month. They provide thoughtful insights and practical ideas on how to utilize this remarkable oil effectively.

Here is the link for you to read at your convenience:
https://essentialthree.com/patchouli-benefits-home-mind-body/

Embrace the wisdom of nature and explore how Patchouli can be a transformative addition to your essential oil collection. Happy reading!

All the best in Wellness !

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Aromatic Wellness with Candles

03/18/2025 autocreate740 Leave a comment

As a Certified Aromatherapist, I am often drawn to ways that I can enhance the Aromatic experience for my Wellness and Well-being Regimen.

Well it turns out that candles can do just that. Take a look at just a few of the benefits:

When we feel good, we look good – Think about adding this simple enhancement to your life.

https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/candles-health-benefits

All the best in Wellness!

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Smelling Chocolate to Relax :)

02/14/2025 autocreate740 Leave a comment

Happy Valentine’s Day !

Try smelling some chocolate today and relax 🙂

Learn how Chocolate can enhance your mood 🙂

https://purelyyouessentials.com/just-smelling-chocolate-can-help-you-relax/

Chocolate Benefits:)
https://pangbenta.com/drinks/health-benefits-chocolate-tea/

Smelling Tea Benefits 🙂
https://readyfortea.com/the-psychological-effects-of-different-tea-aromas/

All the best in Wellness !

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Essential Oils Expiration Date and Disposal

12/08/2024 autocreate740 Leave a comment

News you can use :).

Essential oils can be quite costly, so it becomes challenging to dispose of them after their expiration date if they have not been fully utilized. Some individuals I know incorporate them into their cleaning products when mopping their floors. While you may use your discretion, I thought you might find the information below useful. Click the links for details.

https://www.healthline.com/health/do-essential-oils-expire#disposing-of-expired-oils

The website link below has suggestions on how to use expired essential oils.
https://skinchakra.eu/blog/archives/769-10-safe-ways-to-use-expired-essential-oils.html

How to Dispose of Essential Oils

All the best in Wellness!

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fyi – A BLOG I LIKE

08/18/2024 autocreate740 Leave a comment

Always ‘news you can use’ 🙂

Click the link to learn more 🙂

https://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/blog/

All the best in Wellness !

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SPRING ALLERGIES

04/01/2024 autocreate740 Leave a comment

News you can use 🙂

If you would like to experiment with making your own inhalers to
alleviate Spring allergies using essential oils, then Amy Galper has some guidelines you can follow at the link below.

Happy Spring!
https://amygalper.com/diy-aromatherapy-inhaler-spring-allergies/

Amy Galper Blog: https://amygalper.com/blog/

Always check with your doctor before using essential oils for your well-being!

All the best in Wellness!

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Essential Oils for Stress

10/25/2023 autocreate740 Leave a comment

Aromatic Studies is a school I am very familiar with because I am a graduate of that institution.

In a recent blog post by Holly Brandenberger who is a Registered Nurse and Certified Aromatherapist, she shares her choices for essential oils to use for stress and well-being. It is a real find to have this information available for free just by clicking the link below.

The added benefit is knowing that she is a registered nurse who suggests that these powerful oils, which are produced from plants, are some things that we can find and use for our wellness regimen and well-being exploration.

Take a look when you find a moment. I assure you that you will not be disappointed. Afterall, what can we lose when there is plant powered guidance for us to use?

https://aromaticstudies.com/5-tips-for-using-essential-oils-for-stress-relief/

All the best in Wellness!

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Benefits of Hand Massage with Carrier & Essential Oils

07/27/2023 autocreate740 Leave a comment

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Have you thought about using your essential oils to massage your hands? Recently I decided to see how using this option benefits your “well-being” care.

Here is what I learned from an article at the Healthline website:

better mood
reduced hand pain
less anxiety
improved sleep
greater grip strength

See additional details at the link below.
https://www.healthline.com/health/pain-relief/the-many-benefits-of-a-hand-massage-and-how-to-do-it-yourself#benefits

Treat yourself to watching the 5 minute hand massage demonstrations at the videos below. You will not be disappointed.

Healthline has detailed guidelines for which carrier and essential oils to use. In addition, I want to remind you always use a carrier oil (for example, fractionated coconut oil, olive oil) to dilute essential oils. Learn more about essential oils dilution at this link: https://hairblues.me/2022/07/04/an-essential-oil-dilution-lesson/

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Flowers of and for Wellness

07/17/2023 autocreate740 Leave a comment

You know my motto :)… News you can use 🙂

It seems odd now, that many years ago I was given wellness care from a dear friend, Leslie(Les) Kaslof, who was at the time delving into herbs and later “flower essences” .

I had a severe allergy reaction to the environment, which resulted in very bad headaches and constant sneezing. He whipped up a concoction of herbs and gave me a pillow of lavender flowers and oil to lay on my head. I was willing to try almost anything at the time because i was in so much pain.

Well folks, whatever Les blended with the herbs and “flower essences” he had, it worked. That was more than 50 years ago. No one of our friends knew anything about the study of herbs and oils. In fact, Les made a chart of the herbs and what they could be used for. I include a link here to that masterpiece. I shall always remember that gift given time and the attention and care Les gave to me. He was a pioneer in the Flower Essence World.
Chart Link: https://herbalchart.com/close-up.htm

Life is full of ironies – fast forward to my present-day interests. I am a certified aromatherapist, and I spend a lot of time researching essential oils, and more recently flower essences, which I was introduced to by my aromatic wellness colleagues. “Low and behold” – this is what Les was involved in! So, I am eager to share this video with you, which was posted on the Herbalist Without Borders blog. I am a member of this nonprofit organization. At a time when pharmaceuticals are available for ‘this & that’, I am reminded that my grandmother always used herbs for her wellness care and lived until she was 94 years old. As a matter of fact, she would send my sister and me to Kiehls to purchase ‘dandelion’ and other herbs, which she would use for her wellness regimen. At that time, it was a storefront.

Sometimes, we need to get ‘back to basics‘. Take a look at the presentation below in your free time. You just might find a solution to the issue you’re having.

Learn more about Herbalist Without Borders at
https://www.hwbglobal.org/blog

When you are ahead of your time, it’s a path only you can discover. Here’s an excerpt of a description of who Leslie J. Kaslof was.

Leslie J. Kaslof was internationally recognized in the field of holistic health and natural approaches to stress reduction, and was instrumental in establishing the field of homeopathic (Bach) flower remedies in North America. Read more at the source: https://www.amazon.com/Herb-Ailment-Cross-Reference-Chart/dp/B000JQ317O

https://www.herbalgram.org/resources/herbalgram/issues/53/table-of-contents/article2221/

Click the links in this post for other sources of information.

Free Downloads from the Bach Museum website: https://www.bachcentre.com/en/education/books-and-reading-lists/free-downloads/

https://healthy.net/author/leslie-j-kaslof/

All the best in Wellness!

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Do you have questions about Essential Oils?

06/04/2023 autocreate740 Leave a comment

News you can use 🙂

I have recommended Essential 3 as a product source for essential oils. However, they also have a contact form where you can ask questions. Use the link below.