Since ancient times essential oils have been thought to benefit the body, mind and emotions. Old manuscripts tell of fragrances from plants as ingredients in charms and ceremonies, as well as in remedies, cosmetics, and food. In the Middle Ages, in particular, monks cultivated herbs and discovered many of their restorative properties. They were among the first to distill precious plant essences, carefully blending them into liqueurs to be administered to patients.
These concentrated pure plant extracts, revered for their fragrance and their therapeutic value, are what we term essential oils. The use of such oils is known as aromatherapy.
Many essential oils are believed to have special properties, ranging from antiseptic to aphrodisiac in effect. Some promote relaxation and a general feeling of balance, others stimulate and rejuvenate. All can encourage a feeling of well being and can be used to treat or prevent health problems, or simply create a mood and pamper your senses.
Particular essential oils may be prescribed by an aromatherapist for varying conditions. Chamomile is useful for tension and insomnia, rosemary is good for poor circulation and fatigue; peppermint is a tried and true remedy for indigestion; common sage can benefit muscular problems; and sandalwood has a relaxing and tonifying effect on the nervous system.
There are many ways to experience the benefits of essential oils, which involve either breathing in the enticing aromas or absorbing the diluted oils through the skin with massage (put a few drops in a carrier oil like sweet almond) or aromatic baths (put two to four drops in a warm bath). Essential oils are also wonderful additions to salves, herbal medicines and culinary recipes, but KNOW YOUR OILS BEFORE YOU USE THEM! This information is an excerpt from Pamela Allardice's "The Art of Aromatherapy."
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Arnica Alleve (Seasons of the Soul)
- Seasons of the Soul Organic Herbal Flower Oils
- 2oz
- $13.95/2oz. 0% off
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Bacteria Fighter
- Wyndmere essential oil blends
- (5ml) useful for colds and flu as well as cleaning a sick room
- $10.65/5ml 0% off
Benediction (Seasons of the Soul)
- Seasons of the Soul Organic Herbal Flower Oils
- 2oz
- $21.95/2oz. 0% off
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CarScenter™ Aromatherapy Car Diffuser
- Aromatherapy Diffusers
- From Earth Solutions
- $15.95/each 0% off
CarScenter™ Diffuser Replacement Pads
- Aromatherapy Diffusers
- From Earth Solutions (10 replacement pads)
- $4.50/10pads 0% off
Calendula Caress (Seasons of the Soul)
- Seasons of the Soul Organic Herbal Flower Oils
- 2oz
- $13.95/2oz. 0% off
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Dandelion Dynamo (Seasons of the Soul)
- Seasons of the Soul Organic Herbal Flower Oils
- 2oz
- $13.95/2oz. 0% off
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Fungus Relief
- Wyndmere essential oil blends
- (5ml) helpful for yeast infections and skin fungus
- $12.10/5ml 0% off
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Household Purifier
- Wyndmere essential oil blends
- (5ml) Nice to freshen up any room in the house
- $9.95/5ml 0% off
Head Lice B' Gone
- Wyndmere essential oil blends
- (5ml) A natural way to get rid of those pesky bugs
- $15.25/5ml 0% off
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Jasmine Perfume (Simplers)
- Perfume oil by Simplers
- Pure Jasmine in organic Jojoba oil
- $13.75/5ml 0% off
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Mugwort Moon Magic (Seasons of the Soul)
- Seasons of the Soul Organic Herbal Flower Oils
- 2oz
- $13.95/2oz. 0% off
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Plumeria/White Ginger 1/6 Oz
- Hawaiian Perfume
- More subtle with a soft floral scent
- $8.50/each 0% off
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Rose Perfume (Simplers)
- Perfume oil by Simplers
- Pure Rose Absolute in organic Jojoba oil
- $13.75/5ml 0% off
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ScentBall™ Aromatherapy Room Diffuser
- Aromatherapy Diffusers
- From Earth Solutions
- $15.95/each 0% off
ScentBall™ Diffuser Replacement Pads
- Aromatherapy Diffusers
- From Earth Solutions (5 replacement pads)
- $4.50/5pads 0% off
Sleek Thighs
- Wyndmere essential oil blends
- (5ml) Great circulatory tonic for cellulite
- $15.30/5ml 0% off
Sleepy Time
- Wyndmere essential oil blends
- (5ml) A natural way to drift into a peaceful sleep
- $14.75/5ml 0% off
St. John’s Shield (Seasons of the Soul)
- Seasons of the Soul Organic Herbal Flower Oils
- 2oz
- $13.95/2oz. 0% off
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Vanilla Perfume (Simplers)
- Perfume oil by Simplers
- Pure Vanilla Co2 extract in Jojoba oil
- $13.75/5ml 0% off

