Clary Sage (Salvia Sclarea) is a member of the mint family. The botanical name for it is Labiateae. This plant has the properties that are: Anti-convulsant, anti-fungal, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic, astringent, a nerve tonic, sedative, soothing, tonic, and warming.
It was known in history as "clear eyes" because it cleared up eye problems in the middle ages. It was also used to help with female problems, kidney/ digestion/ skin disorders/ inflammation/ sore throats and wounds. The French used Clary Sage for bronchitis, hormonal imbalances, infections, pre-menopause, and weak digestion.
This oil can be used for cell regulation, circulatory problems dry skin, throat problems, ulcers, and whooping cough. This oil can be used with no dilution or neat. Apply to the reflex points and /or directly on the area of concern. This can be used with these other oil: Bergamot, citrus oils, cypress, geranium, and sandalwood.

Meditation

Meditation

Aromatherapy can help you clear and quiet your mind. With a busy lifestyle, it's important to take the opportunity to contemplate and heal your mind, freeing it of distractions. Essential oils can help you obtain centered and focused thought, inner strength, confidence and awareness.

WE RECOMMEND

Sandalwood, frankincense, myrrh and Atlas cedar
Purifying Sandalwood Soak, Spritz, and Massage

Energizing your body, mind and soul!!

Energizing

Aromatherapy can charge your body, mind and spirit with energy. It can invigorate and revitalize you physically as well as while fostering a can-do attitude. -An energizing aroma can boost you out from under those mid-afternoon lulls or dreary days.

WE RECOMMEND

Peppermint essential oil
Peppermint Aromatherapy Stick
Energize Aromatherapy Body Oil

Balancing

Balancing

We wear many hats throughout the day. In doing so, we are bombarded with multiple influences and opposing forces that can throw our equilibrium off. Aromatherapy can help you keep your poise and gracefully cope with everything going on around you to find stability and harmony.

WE RECOMMEND

Rose absolute, geranium and clary sage
Renewing Rose Aromatherapy Soak, Spritz, or Massage
Cool Hottie Essential Solution

Camphor, White

Camphor, White 

 White is the grade preferred in scenting detergents, soaps, disinfectants, deodorants, room sprays and other household products. Aromatherapy benefits: clarifying, energizing, purifying.

Bergamot Oil

Bergamot

Bergamot oil is cold-pressed from the peel of the nearly ripe fruit. The aroma of Bergamot oil is fresh, lively, fruity and sweet. It is an excellent deodorizer. It contains a constituent called bergaptene that increases the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Bergamot BF means "bergaptene free." Most of the sensitizing bergaptene constituent has been distilled out of this product but traces may still remain. Aromatherapy benefits: uplifting, inspiring, confidence-building.

What are some sweet smelling essential oils?

Different oils when mixed together can give you a different scent... so mixing lavender for instance, which is good for your skin, can be adapted to suit your mood or the season by blending. A few rules of thumb to mix a top, middle and base note (lavender is right in the middle or can also act as your base note).

Top notes are the ones that hit your nose first when you open the bottle. they don't tend to hang around for long - With aromatherapy oils, they will be all the citrus oils such as lime, tangerine, lemon etc, and there are some like peppermint that are both top and middle notes. Generally speaking these oils are refreshing and revitalizing and lighten whatever else you have put them with, but they do evaporate off quite quickly.

The middle notes are the ones that I call the 'workers'. From an aromatherapy point of view, they get into the systems of the body and do their bit - they stick around for longer and have many varied scents.... here's a small list of obvious middle notes with just some of their qualities..

Juniper - Quite ruthless, flushes the kidneys, detox.
Geranium - good for flushing system, emotional and physical balance.
Fennel - Excellent digestive tonic in small doses.Again can be quite ruthless.
Lavender - this can be a middle or a base note. Good for relaxation, headaches,has a cooling effect.
Black pepper - good for muscles and joints. warming.

These all have quite distinctive aromas and you really need to just try them.

The base notes are the ones that stay around the longest. They are the ones you can still smell on the skin after the others have gone. These are my favourites ! They work on the emotional and spiritual self more than any of the other oils. The list includes your deep woody oils and some of my favourites are :

Jasmine - warm and assertive ( masculine in the yin/yang sense)
Rose - pure heaven (sorry that's a a personal opinion - not very scientific) brings out the softer more feminine side of things. ( Good for men too !)
Benzoin - quite a drowsy - wrap-you-up-in-cottonwool and smelling a bit like chocolate effect.
Sandalwood - another quite masculine oil and very 'grounding'. Good for bringing down to earth but not for depressives.
Patchouli - relaxing and deep

The following are possibly a mixture of base and middle notes.
Ylang Ylang - very floral, relaxes and gets rid of frustration and anger.
Frankincense - gorgeous for helping calm breathing and leads to giggling.
Lavender - relaxing, cooling and soothing.

I will add vanilla to the list as I have recently started using this along with many different combinations of oils. It makes my clients give great sighs of satisfaction when they smell it ! Another heavenly one.

I really think you have to find a shop or a therapist that will let you smell the oils in the bottle. Any good shop should let you do this before you buy anyway.
You may want to add patchouli, sandalwood, and jasmine to your cedar. But you also may find that an unlikely oils appeals to you and works really well - I would give frankincense a try, and maybe mandarin for your top note.
Other odd combinations that work really well are black pepper with rose, fennel and geranium with jasmine....
Here are one or two suggestions that spring to mind for your formula -

Cedar, Ylang Ylang ,Frankincense ,Mandarin.

Cedar ,Patchouli ,Juniper , Lemon or Grapefruit.

Cedar, Jasmine or Rose ,Sandalwood, Geranium ,Lime 

Go by your instinct and enjoy the process.

Bay

#Bay 

Bay oil is distilled from the leaves and small twigs of the bay rum tree. It has a powerful, spicy, sweet aroma with a distinctive clove note. It is used to produce bay rum fragrance and as a component of fresh, spicy scents. Aromatherapy benefits: clarifying, warming.

#Anise essential oil

#Anise 

The oil of anise and star anise are often used and sold interchangeably because they are similar in aroma and chemical make-up. he primary constituent of both is anethole, a sweet substance that solidifies at room temperature. If this happens simply warm the bottle in a warm water bath until the oil liquefies. Aromatherapy benefits: cheering, mildly euphoric.

Amyris

#Amyris 

Amyris is also known as West Indian sandalwood, although unrelated to the true Indian sandalwood. It has a woody, slightly sweet, balsamic aroma, suggestive of sandalwood.

Allspice Berry

#Allspice Berry - The oil has a warm, spicy-sweet aroma. It is used in spicy or masculine scents. It combines well with orange, ginger, patchouli and all of the spice oils including cinnamon, cassia and clove. Aromatherapy benefits: warming, cheering, comforting, nurturing

Wintergreen

Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) cones from the heather family. It has properties that are analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-rheumatic, disinfecting, it is a stimulant, a diuretic, warming and anti-spasmodic.  This plant has natural properties that are related closely to an aspirin. This oil was used by the Native Americans and settlers as a tea that was flavored with birch bark or wintergreen. According to author Julia Lawless, this was translated into "root beer" flavorings. Some of the common uses for Wintergreen are arthritic pain, bone pain, muscle tone, acne, kidney stones, obesity, reducing fevers, gout, and urinary tract infections. The aromatic properties can help to influence, elevate, open and increase awareness within the sensory system.

Basil

Basil (Ocimum basiliicum CT linalol) This a plant from the Lamiaceae/Labiatae (mint) family. basil has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral and anti-oxidant properties. Some of the uses of this herb/oil are: autism, bee/hornet stings, bites and stings, bronchitis, carpal tunnel, chronic fatigue, mental fatigue, and lots more. In history Basil was used to aid respiratory problems, fevers, kidney ailments, and snake bites.
Basil can also help with the cardiovascular system and with muscles and bones. The aromatic properties help with opening the mind and with clarity of thought.
With this oil it is said to avoid the use if pregnant and NOT to use if epilepsy is an issue. This oil may also irritate sensitive skin.

What are Citrus Essential Oils?

What are Citrus Essential Oils?

Citrus fruits are very popular during the summer since they are common choices for preparing cold refreshments such as citrus juices. But they aren’t just popular because of their rich taste but also due to their powerful health benefits. It is no secret how eating citrus fruits have been promoted for so long due to its ability to boost your body’s natural immunity against diseases. In addition to preparing healthy juices, citrus fruits are also extracted to produce essential oils that have a wide range of application in the field of aromatherapy. The distinct aroma and essences from citrus oils produce a wide array of benefits to your body.

Citrus essential oils are extracted using two common methods, which is either pressing or steam distillation method. Although citrus fruits come in a wide range of varieties, you can easily recognize that familiar and distinct aroma you can only produce with citrus fruits. The light aroma invokes your senses and boosts your body’s energy level. If you want to enjoy the benefits of citrus oils in aromatherapy, read more about the specific properties of each oil below and how you can utilize them.

Lemon Oil

This is one of the most common citrus oils around, which emits a fairly traditional scent that is subtle enough to produce an uplifting effect on your body. The diffusion method is the most effective method for utilizing the essences of lemon oil such that its aroma is distributed throughout the entire room to be easily inhaled. Upon inhalation of the aroma coming from this essential oil, one can benefit from immediate stress relief while acting as a natural air freshener.

Indeed, the subtle aroma from this oil and the antibacterial properties help to eliminate any harmful bacteria found in the atmosphere to cleanse the air you breathe in. Limonene is a natural chemical constituent found in the extracted lemon oil, which is responsible for its lemony aroma.

Lime Oil

Among all known citrus essential oils, lime oil probably produces the most potent aroma there is. Even if you add only a small drop of this particular oil, it is still capable of producing a powerful aroma that can make a huge difference when used in aromatherapy applications. To produce the essential oils from the lime fruit, it undergoes a cold pressed method. The resulting oil provides a distinct yet fresh aroma that makes an excellent addition to any essential oil blend due to its complexity in nature.

Just like lemon oil, lime essential oil is a popular essential oil to use for creating room mists. This is due to the ability of lime oil to provide a cleansing and renewing effect on your mind, body, and spirit. It is also a great choice of oil for holistic aromatherapy application.

Petitgrain Oil

This citrus oil is often referred to as floral essential oil, which is extracted from the same plant used to produce both bitter orange and neroli essential oils. However, unlike neroli that utilizes the flowering parts of the plant, petitgrain essential oil is derived using the leaves, twigs, and branches of the Citrus aurantium plant. The plant parts then undergo a steam distillation process to isolate the essential oil components of the plant material and use it for aromatherapy. It therefore explains the similarities in the characteristics and aroma of petitgrain with neroli and bitter orange essential oils.

Neroli Oil

Although categorized as a floral essential oil, neroli oil is derived from a plant belonging to the Citrus family. To be specific, it is extracted from a plant specie known as Citrus aurantium via the steam distillation method. The fragrance emitted from neroli oil is gentle, sweet, and with a hint of citrus aroma.

This type of essential oil is quite rare though as compared to other citrus essential oils, thus buying them can be more expensive than others. But this oil is rich in chemical constituents and other vital healing properties, such that a little amount of this oil can be powerful enough to cure a wide range of diseases.

Grapefruit Oil

The fruit itself might not be too appetizing for most people to consume, but essential oils derived from grapefruit plant promise a lot of wonderful health benefits. The aroma of the oil itself is rather sweet, but with a hint of tartness or citrus. When used in an inhalation method, grapefruit oil is really effective in uplifting your mood and fostering a positive state of mind.

To use grapefruit oil and enjoy its benefits, you can add a few drops into your pillow to improve quality of sleep at night. Or, you can also use a diffuser to allow the aroma to disperse all throughout the room so you can easily inhale into it. Diffusing grapefruit oil in the morning is a great way to energize your body for the activity ahead, while diffusing during the night will help relax your exhausted body and produce a sound sleeping habit.

Thank You Ann!!

I just want to take a minute to thank my friend Ann Gates Fiser for making us a beautiful logo for our company.  Thank you for all the extra's, we have already decided that we will be using them for different things and times of the year!!

Lemongrass Oil

The health benefits of #Lemongrass Essential Oil can be attributed to its properties like analgesic, anti depressant, anti microbial, anti pyre-tic  anti septic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, galactogogue, insecticidal, nervine, sedative and tonic.

Here is a great link with what #Lemongrass can do.

http://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-lemongrass-essential-oil.html

Label Making Day

So today I had to make a bunch of hand made labels for some of our sample packs of bath salts.  I think i have enough done for at least 20 samples packs (I hope).  Can not wait to get a new printer and labels stickers to make it so much easier!!

Can Cinnamon Help You Control Your Diabetes?

Chances are you have a bottle of cinnamon in your spice cupboard. And chances are you never thought of cinnamon as medicine.

However, cinnamon has been used medicinally since ancient times. This popular spice was used in ancient Egypt, China, and India for culinary and medicinal purposes, and its use has also been documented in the Bible.

There are two types of cinnamon: Ceylon and cassia, both derived from the bark of evergreen trees. Ceylon cinnamon is grown in South America, Southeast Asia, and the West Indies, while cassia cinnamon is grown in Central America, China, and Indonesia. Ceylon cinnamon bark looks like tightly rolled scrolls, while cassia cinnamon is more loosely rolled. Cassia is the variety most commonly sold in the United States.

Most people think of cinnamon as a flavoring for desserts or as a warm, robust scent for candles and potpourri. But this spice may do more than make your house smell good. Cinnamon has been shown to help lower blood glucose levels in people with Type 2 diabetes.

A study published in the journal Diabetes Care in 2003 looked at 60 men and women with Type 2 diabetes who were taking diabetes pills. The participants took either 1, 3, or 6 grams of cassia cinnamon or a placebo, in capsule form, for 40 days. After this time, blood glucose levels dropped between 18% and 29% in all three groups that received cinnamon. However, only the participants who had taken the smallest amount of cinnamon (1 gram) continued to have improved blood glucose levels 20 days after they stopped taking it, for reasons the researchers didn’t quite understand.

In the study, cinnamon also helped lower triglycerides (a blood lipid) and LDL (or “bad”) cholesterol levels. The benefits continued after 60 days, 20 days after participants had stopped taking cinnamon.

No significant changes in blood glucose or blood lipid levels occurred in the placebo group.

So, should you start shaking cinnamon on everything or start popping cinnamon capsules? First, keep in mind that this was a small study with only 60 subjects. Second, it was a short-term study, and the effects of taking cinnamon on a long-term basis aren’t known. Third, there’s no evidence that cinnamon helps people with Type 1 diabetes.

On the other hand, cinnamon is relatively safe. Keep in mind, though, that, some people may be allergic to cinnamon, and that cinnamon in large amounts may cause mouth sores or burn the skin. Also, as with any kind of supplement, it’s important to discuss its use with your health-care provider.

One gram of cinnamon, the lowest (and most effective) amount used in the study, is about ⅕ teaspoon. Three grams is about ½ teaspoon, and 6 grams is a little more than a teaspoon. If, after checking with your health-care provider, you want to see for yourself if cinnamon might help improve your blood glucose levels, start with the smallest dose (1 gram). Be sure to check your blood glucose levels often and keep good food and blood glucose records. Then, try sprinkling cinnamon on cereal and toast, or in your coffee, tea, or cocoa, spread out over the day. Another option is to take cassia cinnamon in capsule form, taking 500 milligrams twice daily. Just remember that cinnamon supplements, like all supplements, are not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in terms of quality and effectiveness.

Stop using cinnamon immediately and call your health-care provider if you notice any side effects. If you don’t notice any improvement in your diabetes control after several weeks, don’t despair. You can still enjoy the rich, warm flavor of this ancient spice.

Amy Campbell 

 http://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/Blog/Amy-Campbell/can_cinnamon_help_you_control_your_diabetes/

What I did today...

Well today we got our small plastic bags so I got to work on making bath salts.  The first batch was lavender, and boy did that smell good.  Did a second scent of citrus, and I feel in love with that scent.  The citrus can wake you right up.  We filled a bunch of our small plastic bags and now we are ready to give a few out and see what people think.

Spring time.

So today I was out sitting on my porch, then I noticed that our fresh mint is starting to grow.  Time to let it grow a bit more before picking and letting it dry so it can be crushed for our new bath salts.

Cassia (Cousin to Cinnamon)

CASSIA (This is a cousin to Cinnamon).
(Cinnamomum cassia)
Botanical Family is the Lauraceael (laurel) family.
The properties are: Antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral.
 Historically, this has been used extensively as a domestic spice. Medicinally it has been used  for clods, colic, diarrhea, nausea, rheumatism and kidney problems.Repeated use can produce extreme sensitivity. This can also cause skin irritations as well.
Application: dilute 1:4 ( one drop of essential oil to 4 drops of a carrier oil like fractionated coconut oil) for topical use. Apply to forehead, muscles, reflex points, and /or directly on the area of concern.
Can be used internally. Use 1 drop oil in 2 tsp. honey or in an 8 oz. glass of soy/rice milk. NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 6.

Cypress

 Cypress
 Cupressaceae (Conifer: Cypress)
This oil is one they used in ancient times for the benefits on the Urinary Tract for instances of fluid loss sweating and other nasty things.The Chinese used this herb for the Respiratory System and the Liver.
The French used this for bronchitis, circulation, colds, influenza, whooping cough just to name a few list list of things is a long list. The systems that this affects are the Cardiovascular system, Muscle and joints.
The fragrance can help to ease the feeling of loss and it will strengthen the feelings of security and grounding.
this can work well with these other oils as well as alone: Bergamot, clary sage, lavender, lemon, orange, and sandalwood.

Sample packs.

So today I will be working on making a few sample packs and getting some handed out to friends and family.  

I will first be using Lavender, which may aid in relaxation and help reduce stress and anxiety. 

The second oil I will be using will be Wild Orange.  It may aid in anti-bacterial, anti-depressant, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic.  And the smell is wonderful.

The third oil I would like to use is basil.  It may aid in colds, coughs, flu, insect bites and muscle aches and exhaustion. It smells like a sweet licorice scent.

Basil Essential Oil

#Basil Essential Oil
Ocimum basilicum

The health benefits of #basil essential oil include its ability to treat nausea, motion sickness, indigestion,constipation, respiratory problems, diabetes, etc. Basil oil is also a good source of Vitamin A, magnesium,potassium, iron, and calcium.

Leaves and seeds are the important medicinal parts of this herb, which has gained prominence in recipes all over the world. Basil essential oil has been popular in Europe, Central Asia, India and Southeast Asia. The oil was extensively used for culinary purposes in the Mediterranean region and still forms the active ingredient of many Italian recipes such as pesto. It is also used in making pasta and salads.

Basil has been widely used by ancient cultures such as India for medicinal purposes (Ayurveda). The herb was used for diarrhea, coughs and mucous discharges, constipation and indigestion, and skin diseases.

Health benefits of basil essential oil include the following:

Cosmetics: Basil essential oil is used topically to massage the skin. It enhances the luster of dull looking skin as well as hair. As a result it is extensively used in many skin care supplements that claim to improve the tone of your skin. It is also used for acne and skin infections.

Digestion: Basil essential oil is also used as a digestive tonic. Since basil oil has carminative properties, it is used for treating indigestion, constipation, stomach cramps and flatulence. It provides immediate relief from the gas in your stomach and intestines. It is also colic and hence is used for bowel pain.

Cold: Basil essential oil is effective in providing relief from cold, influenza and associated fever. Due to its antispasmodic nature, it is used in case of whooping cough.

Respiratory: Apart from its usage in cough, it is used for asthma, bronchitis, and sinus infections.

Infections: Basil oil is good for treating a variety of infections such as cuts, wounds, skin infections, bladder infections, etc., due to its antibacterial properties. It is also good for viral infections.

Stress disorder: Basil essential oil has a refreshing effect and hence it is used for treating nervous tension, mental fatigue, melancholy, migraines and depression. Due to this calming nature of basil essential oil, it is widely used in aromatherapy. It regular use gives mental strength and clarity.

Blood circulation: Basil oil improves blood circulation and thus helps in increasing the metabolism.

Pain relief: It is analgesic and provides relief from pain. Hence it is used in arthritis, wounds, injuries,burns, bruises, scars, sports injuries, sprains, headaches, etc.

Eye treatment: It is ophthalmic and hence relieves bloodshot eyes.

Anti vomiting: Basil essential oil can be used as an anti vomiting agent in motion sickness and many other vomiting cases.

Basil essential oil is also a good treatment for itching from bites and stings from honey bees, insects and even snakes. Other uses include curing motion sickness and vomiting.

Basil essential oil and basil in any other form should be avoided by pregnant and breastfeeding or nursing women. On the other hand, some people suggest that it increases milk flow.

Basil essential oil blends well with #bergamot, #clary sage, #clove bud, #geranium, #lime, #lemon, #hyssop, #juniper, #eucalyptus, #neroli, #marjoram, #rosemary, #melissa and #lavender.

New samples

Well today we got our new samples of  vanilla oil.  They sure seem to smell good, so tomorrow I will be adding them to some home made bath salts and testing them out to see how they work and how good they smell in a bath!!

Getting things in order.

Ok now that +BonnieChoate and I have finally picked our official business name, it is time to get to the rest of the work.  Now come the fun part in picking out scents, labels, bottles and other containers.  So much work to get done.  I have been searching all day as to what bottles look cute and affordable.  What size we want to go with and there happens to be LOTS of choices for us. Next is the design of our label which I have a good friend working on at the moment and a big thanks goes to +AnnFiserGates for helping us out.  I think its now time for a break to give my mind some time to think all these things over.

A&B Escent Infusions

Now that we have the name of our company finally figured out we can get down to some business of letting you all in on the oils we will be using in our creations. We will do this one or two oils at a time so we can let you in on the properties of each oil and why we choose to use these particular ones. I will tell you, because these oils are great for helping to ease stress, and smell great. We came up with this as a mother daughter venture so we could both learn more about essential oils and the properties they possess. I am already buying and using the oils myself and can testify that they really work. We will be trying to get up and really running within the next couple of months after some yummy experimenting.  Keep watching our site for more on the oils we are using and for our website logo. Have a blessed day. #escentinfusions

Name change

The company change the spelling of their business. What was to be A&B's Essential Infusions is now and always be A&B E-scent Infusions. We are excited about this change. We will be making bath salts, scented with essential oils and herbs. We will be adding more things to our line after some playing and sampling of our own first.

PEPPERMINT OIL #essential oils

Peppermint does have lots of uses. It is great for your digestion, it helps to cool your body which makes it good to use for fevers. It can help with food poisoning, tooth aches so it can help with these body systems, Nervous, respiratory, skin, digestive system, and can even help with the muscles and bones. It has lots more that it can do but these are some of the major systems that it can help.

Peppermint Oil

Peppermint oil is derived from the peppermint plant, a cross between water mint and spearmint, that thrives in Europe and North America.

Peppermint oil is commonly used as flavoring in foods and beverages and as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetics. But peppermint oil also is used for a variety of health conditions and can be taken orally in dietary supplements containing low doses. Low concentrations can also be applied to the skin.

When used as directed, dietary supplementsand skin preparations containing peppermint oil are likely safe for most adults. Some evidence suggests that peppermint oil may help relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion. But despite some promising research, there is no clear-cut evidence to support its use for other health conditions.

Unlike prescription and over-the-counter medications, dietary supplements such as peppermint oil don't require FDA approval. But their manufacturers are not allowed to claim that they prevent or treat illness. Peppermint oil may cause side effects such as heartburn and also may interact with certain medications. So it's important to tell your doctor if you're using peppermint oil.

Medicinal Uses of Peppermint Oil

In dietary supplements, peppermint oil is used for a variety of digestive problems, such as:

• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Morning sickness
• Cramps of the upper gastrointestinal tract and bile ducts
• Diarrhea
• Bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine
• Gas

Dietary supplements containing peppermint oil are also used by some people for the following conditions, although there is no clear evidence that it is helpful:

• Colds
• Coughs
• Inflammation of the mouth and throat
• Sinus and respiratory infections
• Menstrual problems
• Liver and gallbladder problems

Skin preparations containing peppermint oil are used by some people for the following conditions, although -- again --  there is no clear evidence that it is helpful:

• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Nerve pain
• Toothache
• Inflammation of the mouth
• Joint conditions
• Itchiness
• Allergic rash
• Bacterial and viral infections
• Repelling mosquitoes

In addition, peppermint oil vapor is sometimes inhaled to treat symptoms of coldsand coughs. Also, some doctors add peppermint oil to a barium solution to relax the colon during barium enemas.

Cinnamon Candle

Well today I got adventurous and made my first scented candle.  I had several oils to pick from, so I choose to go with the cinnamon scent.  I found a 4 inch Terra cotta clay pot and primed the inside with Mod-Podge to get a sealed coat, then placed a penny at the bottom of the pot so the wax would not pour out from the bottom hole.  Melted down my wax which was just a paraffin wax added the cinnamon scent and poured it into the pot and added my wick.  Now I am here waiting for the wax to harden so I can try it out later to see how well it turned out!!  I keep running over to smell the wax and so far it smells great!!

Wild Orange & Lavender

Wild Orange has antidepressant qualities and is used to dispel feelings of stress and anxiety. the aroma of this oil is uplifting to both body and mind. The lavender had been used for generations for its calming and sedative effects. Both of these are useful after a hard day of studying or working.

Bath Salt Making

So this afternoon I took on my first challenge in making some bath salts with essential oils.  Started of with making lavender and boy that smells good.  Then i made a batch of bath salts that have Orange oil in them and I think that one is my favorite.  After dinner, I will be trying the Orange bath salts out in a nice warm bath.

My daughter made some good smelling bath salts with Wild Orange and Lavender in them. UMMMM they sure smell good. Each scent has its own properties and are good for certain things from headaches to indigestion. Each bath salt we make will have the properties listed on the back of the jar for everything we make.

A New Beginning!

Well this is going to be a new beginning for my mom and I.  We have decided that we would like to do something together.  So here we are, we want to take the things she likes and combine them with the things that I like.  She likes using and learning about all the elements of essential oils and I am the creative one that likes to get my hands dirty by making things such as candles, wooden signs, body scrubs and painting.

So with our new beginning we are going try making a small company and selling scented candles, bath salts, sugar and salt scrubs, and more fun creative things down the road.  My mom will be experimenting with her oils by mixing and matching scents and details about what the scents are good for.  Meanwhile I will be the one putting things together such as pouring candles, hand painting some designs on holders and coming up with new designs for more items.

We will blog about the things that we are doing and how things are coming along.  We will also post our website as soon as we can get my wonderful husband to get it finished for us.  We will be using social media  to put us out in the big wide world.