Essential oils (EOs) are aromatic chemical compounds of plants, trees and fruits. Some botanists believe they are the “hormones” of a plant, regulating metabolism, photosynthesis and... Read more >>

Perfumes are transformative, sparking feelings of joy, desires to seduce, and everything in between. Likewise, their candle alternatives can enact a positive atmosphere shift for the home as well. So... Read more >>

Not long ago a kind and generous friend slyly requested my assistance in preparing a Saturday evening meal for a small group being housed in temporary accommodations. She had been... Read more >>

1) Aromatherapy: use pure rose or sandalwood oils. You can even spritz these cooling oils on your skin. 2) Eat lots of sweet, juicy fruits—avoid sour fruit. 3) Avoid spicy or salty food. 4)... Read more >>

The name chamomile is derived from the Greek words for “ground” and “apple” because the plant grows close to the ground and because it smells somewhat like apples. Throughout... Read more >>

Exotic, earthy, and musky best describe patchouli. The essential oil is distilled from fermented leaves, and the best quality essential oil comes from Indonesia, India, and now China. The smell... Read more >>

The tall, water-loving eucalyptus tree is one of the most useful trees in the world. Native to Australia, it is regarded as a “cure-all” by indigenous Aborigines and it is also used in... Read more >>

Summer is chock-full of scents, and that’s one of the reasons I love it. Picking up on the huge variety of smells—whether it’s freshly-cut grass, chicken on the grill, or fresh... Read more >>

Top Notes The majority of essential oils are classified as top notes. Top notes evaporate fast. They are fresh and uplifting in nature. Middle Notes Middle notes normally give that extra punch to... Read more >>

I recently got a phone call from a mum who was at her wits end with her little boy who seems to have gone from being a little cherub to becoming a monster—all in the space of a few months. It... Read more >>