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17/06/2026

Whether it's insect bites, stings or nettle rash essential oils can be great for soothing the skin and 'taking the sting out'!

Chamomile, Lavender and Peppermint are three of the most effective oils that will help calm the inflammation, irritation and pain.

Try mixing them up in this cooling, soothing gel.

Combine 45ml Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel, 5ml Vitamin E Oil, 20 drops Lavender, 2 drops German Chamomile and 1 drop Peppermint. Mix well and apply liberally to the affected area. Keep your gel in the fridge for added effect.

Tip: as a precursor to applying the gel you could also mix bicarbonate of soda with enough water to make a thick paste. Apply to the problem area and leave on for 10 minutes - this will help alkalise the sting and reduce swelling. Wipe off and then apply your soothing gel.

Visit our website to learn more about our Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel and more. https://tinyurl.com/ypemmm6e

16/06/2026

When we watch bees at work, it is easy to assume they are constantly busy. Their lives however are guided by the rhythms of nature. They work with purpose, rest when conditions require it (honeybees hate the cold and thunderstorms!) and depend upon the support of the wider hive. There is much wisdom in this. In a world that often feels rushed and disconnected, bees can remind us to slow down, seek out what nourishes us, and remain connected to the communities around us.

Many of the flowers loved by bees have also gifted us beautiful essential oils, which allows us to bring a little of their world into our lives through aromatherapy. Have a read of Kirsty Summerbell’s Bee-inspired blog to learn how to incorporate the aromas of bee-friendly flowers and herbs into your daily rituals, to create moments of calm and mindfulness and support emotional wellbeing. https://tinyurl.com/342a7e6y

15/06/2026

Did you know that in the 16th century Basil was made into a powder and used as s***f to help with headaches and head-colds?

In the 1600’s Gerard wrote in his famous Herbal that the smell of basil was “good for the heart and for the head.” The seeds “cureth the infirmities of the heart and taketh away the sorrow which commeth with melancholy and maketh a man merry and glad.” Gerard also advised that the juice of the plant was good against headaches, if it were drunk with wine.

In modern day aromatherapy Basil is recommended as an excellent tonic for the mind and nerves. Tisserand describes it as “an excellent, indeed perhaps the best, aromatic nerve tonic. It clears the head, relieves intellectual fatigue, and gives the mind strength and clarity”.

Try it for yourself or clients in this beautifully scented balm for soothing stress headaches!

Mix 20ml Aloe Vera & Rose Gel, 5 drops Lavender, 3 Neroli, 2 Basil and 1 Peppermint and store in an airtight jar. Massage into your temples, neck and pulse points as required.

Buy Basil this month to SAVE 20%. https://tinyurl.com/p9rwjbny

13/06/2026

Interesting 🤔

A preclinical study evaluated whether bergamot EO could protect against heavy-metal (cadmium, mercury, and lead) induced toxicity caused by oxidative stress in brain cells. Testing bergamot EO on human brain cells in a lab setting showed that the oil reduced damage and the harmful effects of all three heavy metals, with the most pronounced effects seen against cadmium neurotoxicity. This suggests that bergamot EO might be useful in preventing or reducing the brain damage caused by heavy metals (including oxidative stress, which plays a significant role in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s disease), particularly cadmium.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12024135/

12/06/2026

Don't forget you can save up to £10 on your order during Aromatherapy Awareness Week (offers ends Sunday).

Visit our website for all your favourite aromatherapy oils and browse our blog to discover all the ways that aromatherapy can benefit your health and wellbeing. https://tinyurl.com/u2d52dwt

10/06/2026

We couldn’t resist posting these beautiful images of Myrtle growing in the wild at Cape Drastis in north-west Corfu (taken on a recent holiday!!).

Myrtle has been used since ancient times and was reported to be the sacred plant of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. Aphrodite is often pictured wearing a Myrtle wreath on her head and for many years it was traditional that a bride’s head dress should be made of it. Its Greek association with love is continued today with the inclusion of Myrtle in Greek bridal bouquets.

Historically, Myrtle was used by the ancient Greek physician, Dioscorides, for lung and bladder infections and in Italy and Greece to make a cough syrup for children with colds. It was also used in skin preparations and is a traditional Mediterranean remedy for regulating the menstrual cycle.

Myrtle essential oil is steam distilled from the plant’s leaves and twigs and sometimes the flowers. It is primarily used for respiratory ailments and for skincare. It is considered a gentle oil, with a soft, pleasing fragrance, making it suitable for use with children and the elderly, especially in the treatment of coughs and chest complaints. Its astringent properties are useful for oily and blemished skin and also for haemorrhoids. Psychologically Myrtle essential oil is clarifying, purifying and protective and can be useful for addictive, self-destructive and obsessive-compulsive behaviour.

Head to our website to learn more about this oil. https://tinyurl.com/ym2wcub3

09/06/2026

Celebrate Aromatherapy Awareness Week with up to £10 off all your favourite aromatherapy oils and more!

Visit our website to shop now. Offer ends Sunday 14 June. https://tinyurl.com/u2d52dwt

08/06/2026

Our essential oil of the month for June is the quintessential summer herb, Basil. Basil is one of the world’s oldest aromatic herbs which has been used medicinally since antiquity. The essential oil, which is steam distilled from the flowering tops and leaves, is known for its restorative, fortifying, and clearing effects. Its cepahlic and nervine properties make it an excellent tonic for the mind and nerves, especially for anyone suffering from debilitating illness. It is also a good oil to use in meditations to help clear the mind and stimulate mental activity.

Learn more in our blog and buy this month to SAVE 25%. https://tinyurl.com/p9rwjbny

08/06/2026

Better late than never! Here is the Action for Happiness Joyful June Calendar which still has lots of simply daily actions to help us look for all that is good around us.

05/06/2026

Suffering with ‘tech neck’ – tension in the neck, shoulders and upper back from constantly hunching over your phone or computer? For every inch the head moves forward, the pressure on the cervical spine doubles, increasing the risk of chronic pain and reduced mobility. So, if you’re feeling the strain at the end of the working week, ‘unplug’ for the weekend and try this tension-busting massage blend.

Mix 3 drops Sweet Marjoram, 2 drops Black Pepper and 1 drop Peppermint into 15ml of carrier oil. Warm the oil in your hands before applying to your shoulders, neck and chest – the areas where we most commonly feel ‘tech tension’. Always massage in a direction towards the heart.

Buy your oils online or try our pre-blended Muscles Massage Oil with Clary Sage, Sweet Marjoram, French Lavender and Rosemary. https://tinyurl.com/u2d52dwt