by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
Using hydrosols instead of essential oils is a safer option for children under 6 years of age. These “floral waters” contain a significantly lower concentration of aromatic molecules while still providing an effective therapeutic tool.
by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
Today’s edition of The Powers of Aromatherapy focuses on massage for menstrual pain using essential oils at 3-5% dilution. This area is well-researched and exceptional in the collective evidence that is available. The six studies outlined in our infographic...
by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
A study of Sandalwood inhalation and its effects on the autonomous nervous system (ANS) showed an increase in heart rate and blood pressure after 20 minutes of inhaling the essential oil through a breathing mask. This finding is in conflict with other studies, showing...
by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
To attract females, the males of Pieris napi, commonly known as Green-veined White, produce a pheromone cocktail that is reminiscent of fresh lemons. The butterfly perfume contains apha-pinene, beta-pinene, myrcene, limonene, linalool, p-cymene and citral – all...
by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
An important update on kids and inhalation safety. I believe these guidelines are super-safe, if anything a little over-cautious. If you’re wondering about other types of eucalyptus oil, E. citriodora is safe for young kids, though is less likely to be...
by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
Q&A Essential Oil Safety edition Question (by Helen Bairstow): I’d like to know if tea tree starts to oxidize is it still safe? And how can you tell? Answer: The more that Tea Tree oil (TTO) oxidizes, the less safe it is in terms of adverse skin reactions....
