by Hana Tisserand | Feb 7, 2018
Inhaled Lavender and Sandalwood reduce “state anxiety” A 2017 randomized, placebo-controlled comparative study investigated the effects of aromatherapy on adaptation to anxiety in women undergoing breast biopsy. The study compared patches with two different blends, to...
by Hana Tisserand | Dec 15, 2017
New research: Aromatherapy massage for neuropathic (nerve) pain in cancer patients. A 2017 open-label, quasi-randomized pilot clinical study examined the effect of aromatherapy massage on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathic pain and fatigue. In 20% to 100% of...
by Hana Tisserand | Sep 1, 2017
Peppermint helps with pregnancy itch! About 1% of pregnant women experience severe itching in the late stages of pregnancy. This can be extremely unpleasant. However, using a steroid cream may not the ideal choice because of potential side effects, and many pregnant...
by Hana Tisserand | Apr 28, 2017
Peppermint and/or menthol help with itching – even in severe cases! Currently, there is no treatment for pruritus (itching) that comes with hypertrophic scars caused by severe burns (2nd or 3rd degree). The itching can be so bad that it leads to depression or even...
by Hana Tisserand | Mar 8, 2017
Essential oils may be able to increase athletic performance and lung function. A 2016 study looked into the potential effects of Spearmint and Neroli oils on running performance and lung function. The subjects inhaled essential oil prior to a 1500m run. Their lung...
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...
