by Tisserand Institute | Jan 24, 2017
Which essential oil would you take on a deserted tropical island? Either Peppermint or Lavender. Peppermint to cool down and ward of mosquitos etc, and Lavender to soothe the sunburn and help with sleeping.
by Tisserand Institute | Jan 17, 2017
An answer to a frequently asked question: When to use inhalation, and when to apply essential oils topically? For more detailed information, why not sign up for the free Tisserand Institute mini-course, How Essential Oils Work in the Body? How Essential Oils Work in...
by Tisserand Institute | Jan 10, 2017
Q&A Tuesday! Question: Is it true that there are “driver” oils that drive others into the skin? Answer: It is true that some essential oils and EO constituents enhance the transdermal absorption of various other substances such as vitamins or analgesics when...
by Tisserand Institute | Dec 6, 2016
Q&A Tuesday! Question: Are there some essential oils that could unintentionally attract unwanted pests? For example, would orange or grapefruit oil attract fruit flies (that are already in the home) to where it’s being diffused? Or a more in general...
by Tisserand Institute | Oct 30, 2016
This question comes up quite frequently, so we are happy to discuss it here. Q (by Renee Highlen Gabet): If one has lost their smell does aromatherapy still work with the emotions like uplifting or physical like relaxing? A: As far as we know, psychological effects do...
by Tisserand Institute | Oct 6, 2016
It’s Q&A Tuesday again. Question (by Christy Kenley): Cannabis essential oil is fairly new, what can you tell us about it? Answer: Cannabis, or Hemp, essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and stalks of Cannabis sativa strains that are very low in...
