Aromatherapy Articles | NZROHA
Change to Membership Categories
- 15 June 2026
At the AGM 13 June there was a majority vote to change Rule 3, Classes of Membership and entry to the NZROHA as a professional member.
Research Article on Yuzu
- 20 February 2026
in preparation for our next essential oil evening for members - reading/listening to this and doing the quiz equals 1 hr of CPD
Latest Research Articles
- 24 January 2026
We will post a link here every week for a current research article related to aromatherapy. Check back and remember reading these countrs towards your CPD- add some comments!
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- 30 October 2025
All professional members need to undertake 20 hours of CPD every two years
Naming of Essential oils
- 1 August 2025
Latest Research Article
- 15 July 2025
This NZ article explores the use of 3% kānuka oil for the treatment of excema in a clinical trial. Full article attached
How Big is a drop of Essential Oil
- 1 July 2025
Calcuating doses of essential oils can be problematic as drops sizes are variable. Click through for link to blog by The Tisserand Institute
Research into the Effects of Inhaled Rose Oil
- 1 June 2025
Rose oil is more than just a gorgeous smelling oil for perfumed products. There are many studies supporting its therapeutic uses.
Aromatherapist's Retreat Taupo May 2025
- 16 May 2025
The retreat was held at Tauhara over two days in May 2025 immersing participants in relaxing activities.
Use of AI in Aromatherapy
- 15 April 2025
AI is everywhere and how can we tall the fake from the real. This blog contains 2 AI generated pieces of content. tell us what you think!
Mimosa Absolute (Aromatic Adventures Archive 2012)
- 4 April 2025
Let's look at mimosa absolute. Image courtesy of freepik.
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.