Discover a variety of our blog articles and learn each month about our ‘Oil of the Month’, where it comes from and how it can be used to benefit you.
Lemon, Citrus limonum like all citrus essential oils, it has an uplifting quality and strong associations with sunshine, something we all need in January! But what is Lemon essential oil good for? Origins and History All the citrus family, the Rutaceae, are recognised to have originated in Asia. Lemon is not believed to have been…
For our essential oil highlight this month, we take a close look at Myrrh, Commiphora myrrha. Steam distilled from the resin of the small thorny Myrrh tree, which is native to Somalia, Oman, Yemen and parts of Saudi Arabia. It has strong associations with ancient religions and is mentioned in the Christian Bible as one…
Jasmine, Jasminum officinale is a heady, floral and exotic oil. I am fortunate enough to have a Jasmine plant in my garden, and I love to sit on a summer’s evening and inhale the floral notes as they drift around on the breeze. However, Jasmine is an Absolute, not officially an essential oil. But what…
As Autumn approaches, my attention often turns towards the wood essential oils; they seem to come to mind easily as the seasons change. Amongst their therapeutic properties, they encourage us to feel soothed and comforted. Perfect for the evenings drawing in and the temperature dropping – almost Hygge-like. Cedarwood Atlas, Cedrus atlanticus, is one of…
Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, is native to the countries surrounding the Mediterranean. Its Latin name Rosmarinus translates as ‘dew of the sea’. It now grows abundantly across the globe and is recognisable by its dark green needle-like leaves and pretty purple flowers. The essential oil is steam distilled from the fresh flowering tops and produces a strong, fresh, camphoraceous aroma.…
Clary Sage has a distinctive, bitter-sweet musky aroma with an herbaceous tone that is very tenacious. Like all the Sage family it has a long-established herbal medicine link and in France, Clary Sage goes by the name of ‘tout bonne’ meaning all good. This is also reflected in its common name, Salvia meaning ‘salve’ and…
This month our essential oil highlight is Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, an essential oil that I would not want to be without as it has so many practical uses. Recognisable by its very distinctive aroma that is medicinal and fresh, Tea Tree is part of the Myrtaceae family and indigenous to Australia. The botanical name…
When choosing an oil of the month for June, we decided to ask a few of the team for their favourites. This proved harder than originally thought, as there are so many we love, but we’ve managed to narrow it down to our final five Tisserand Aromatherapy Team Favourites… come back to us in 6…
Our Oil of the Month is Patchouli, a large-leaved herb native to tropical Asia with an earthy and woody aroma. But where does Patchouli Essential Oil come from and what is it used for? Prior to steam distillation, the Patchouli leaves are dried and slightly scalded to aid the release of the aromatic molecules. Patchouli…
Bergamot essential oil, Citrus bergamia is expressed from the inedible fruits of the Bergamot tree. Originally from Asia, it is now synonymous with the Mediterranean and most often Italy, where it grows in abundance. For centuries Bergamot was an important remedy in Italian folk medicine as an antiseptic and to reduce fevers. Many people are…