Black Pepper, piper nigrum, is a flowering vine plant that produces peppercorn fruits. The peppercorns are dried and steam distilled to produce an essential oil. Warm, spicy and woody in its aroma it’s a great essential oil to add to your collection. So, what is black pepper essential oil is good for? Its familiar ‘peppery’…
Throughout the winter months there are times when we can all feel a little low, the reduced daylight hours and drop in temperature can make us feel flat and lacking in energy. We naturally feel the need to stay indoors more, keep warm and reserve our energy. Some people feel this more than others and…
With spring around the corner many of us may be experiencing a sensation of ‘coming out of hibernation.’ Feeling sluggish from being confined indoors throughout the winter months means that motivation might feel out of reach. Need an energy boost? Us too! We have the perfect blend to help put the spring back in your…
Mandarin has a sweet, delicate and fresh aroma, used to uplift and gently soothe the spirit, making it deal to use during the dark winter months. But where does Mandarin essential oil come from and what is it used for? The word Mandarin also referred to as “citrus reticulata” originally from China, Mandarins are now…
When I’m in my bed, I’m happy. It’s my favourite place for a morning cup of coffee, an afternoon dog snuggle, or to curl up with a good book before sleep. And since my job is to help people relax and fall asleep (I am the creator of the podcast and book Nothing Much Happens,…
With Christmas only a handful of advent calendar windows away and the present buying frenzy in full flow, we trace our thoughts back to the original gift bearers of the season and the precious offerings of old. From our first nativity play at infant school we are told the story of how the three wise…
You may know a slice of Ginger root as something you add to honey, lemon and hot water when you feel a cold coming on, but did you know it also has many other benefits for both mind and body. So, what is Ginger Essential Oil good for? Ginger, Zingiber officinale, essential oil is steam…
Allow your mind to wander through nature embracing the elements and noticing the ebb and flow of your senses. Our NEW Nature’s Spa collection allows you to indulge in the rewards of 100% natural pure essential oils for skin, body and mind, all from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to soothe…
Have you ever considered that aromas are invisible? It might seem obvious to say, but just consider that for a moment. When we smell something we like, we often automatically engage our other senses and attempt to build a physical form in our heads. Perhaps we are subconsciously reaching out for more of the goodness…
Our Oil of the Month as we enter Autumn is Eucalyptus; instantly recognisable in its aroma; fresh, bracing and clearing, like a blast of fresh air. But where does it come from, and what is Eucalyptus used for? Steam distilled from the leaves of the Eucalyptus tree and native to Australia, Eucalyptus globulus is just…