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10 articles

Petitgrain Oils (Archival Content from Aromatic Adventures)

  • 7 March 2025

An overview of the different petitgrain oils.

New Book: The personalised Consultation in Aromatherapy

  • 23 January 2025

Annie Prince, NZ aromatherapist has just published an amazing book for all aromatic clinicians- she writes So here we are , one of the projects that has occupied my time over the past two years; a book about the therapeutic encounter observed through the lens of aromatherapy; a book about connection, connection to self, others and the natural world and the importance of face to face conversation .

What to look for when purchasing essential oils

  • 12 July 2024

Some key pointers for new and experienced essential oil purchasers

Essential Oil Safety Message

  • 1 September 2020

Christene's video message on internal use of essential oils.

The Essential Oil of of Helichrysum

  • 8 April 2019

This is the one oil that I always reach for whenever I encounter any kind of “wounding”, whether minor or major. This includes all manner of cuts, scratches, puncture wounds, scrapes, bruises and knocks, tearing type wounds like strains and sprains, burns, and also insect stings and bites.

The Essential Oil of Plai (2)

  • 8 April 2019

The plant was traditionally used as a healing plant by the indigenous people in some areas of Thailand, and in more recent times the essential oil has been used by Thai massage therapists.

Essential Oil of Plai (1)

  • 8 April 2019

Plai, Zingiber cassumunar Roxb., (SYN. Zingiber purpureum Roscoe), has long been regarded by Thai massage therapists as one of those oils necessary to have in their kit to combat joint and muscle problems.

Problems affecting the Lymphatic/Immune System

  • 13 June 2013

The lymphatic system and the immune system are very closely linked. Lymph is a clear fluid which is part of the continual process of circulation in the body.

Problems affecting the Urinary System: Cystitis

  • 13 June 2013

Bladder infections are usually caused by bacteria, which results in cystitis. Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder.

Monograph Cape Snowbush

  • 2 June 2013

Eriacephalus africana - It is a bushy aromatic plant and is native to South Africa.