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Evening primrose oil has been the subject of many studies in relation to skin health. Here are two studies which demonstrate its efficacy in both general skin care and in combating eczema. We highly recommend using Evening Primrose oil in your skin care blends, along with other anti-inflammation healing carrier oils like Tamanu nut, Rosehip Seed, […]
Tea tree essential oil is a very commonly-used antimicrobial. These studies indicate a 5% concentration to be effective in combatting acne. You can make your own blend by mixing 40 drops of tea tree essential oil in either Aloe Vera or Hazelnut oil – while the Hazelnut option sounds a little odd – adding oil to […]
A study just released notes that Myrrh essential oil is effective for post-sun exposure protection of the skin. UV rays start a free-radical cascade that results in damage to skin cells, and applying Myrrh oil (we’d recommend 3% in a carrier) after sun exposure will halt the peroxidation. Our owner personally uses a formula after […]
A small bottle of ginger essential oil is a common addition to the traveler’s first aid kit, primarily for support of the digestive system. One of the owners of Ananda Aromatherapy recently had profound relief of stomach cramps using a 10% dilution of Ginger and Chamomile essential oils in Jojoba, rubbed into his abdomen. Here […]
Lavender essential oil is a well known sleep aid — a drop or two on the pillow or bedspread at night improves sleep for many people. Some even run a diffuser slowly releasing lavender over the course of the night. But lavender doesn’t work for everyone — particularly those who aren’t especially fond of its […]
Aflatoxin is a fungus often found in our food supply, growing on items like peanuts and corn. It is highly destructive to the liver. The essential oils studied here include Thyme and Rosemary. Though these studies may not describe much in the way of the practical application directly, they do support the use of essential […]
Another study has confirmed the efficacy of using essential oils in preparations such as toothpaste and mouthwash for reducing the amount of bacteria in the mouth. This is important, as it is bacteria that cause all of our dental troubles, from tooth decay, to plaque, to gum disease. You can experiment yourself by adding a […]
We’ve all smelled Citronella candles at some time or another, using them as mosquito repellents in the heat of summer. A pair of studies performed at The Hebrew University, Hadassah-Medical School in Jerusalem compared the efficacy of various aromatherapy candles with different essential oil or oil components as their scent. Geraniol was the most potent […]