Massage Oil For Lovers

Since today is Valentine's Day, or LOVE day, as I like to call it, I thought a post regarding romance and love would be appropriate.

As such, please see the following recipe. Make it and enjoy it with your lover! Oh-la-la!

For Lovers Massage Oil
(Makes 60ml)

1 drop Ylang Ylang
1 drop Rose
1 drop Jasmine
3 drops Rosewood
1 drop Lavender
1 drop Black Pepper
3 drops Clary Sage
1 drop Lavender
1 drop Ginger
60ml Fractionated Coconut Oil

Into a 60ml massage bottle with a flip-top cap drop essential oils as listed. Then pour the coconut oil into the bottle.

Mix well and enjoy with your favourite someone!

The essential oils used in this recipe are all reputed to be aphrodisiacs...oh-la-la again! ;-)

(And just for the record, it works...ahem...tee hee!)

Until next time, Happy Scents!

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Marie Antoinette's Perfume

In the Friday, January 26, 2007 edition of the Calgary Herald there was an article in the Real Life section on the subject of Marie Antoinette's perfume.

It seems that historian Elisabeth de Faydeau has uncovered the recipes of Marie Antoinette's perfume. Her longtime perfumer friend, and one of France's premier perfumers, Francis Kurkdjian created the essence 'Sillage De La Reine' ('In the Wake of the Queen') and a 250ml bottle of the fragrance goes for an astounding $10,500.oo USD! For something that isn't really the queen's, but a replica, this price may seem rather, well, pricey.

However, created from jasmine, orange blossom, tuberose, iris, cedar, and sandalwood, the price is actually justifiable. The aforementioned essential oils/essences are pricey separately, but together and the scent being 'just so', not to mention the fact that it is bottled in Baccarat crystal flasks, it is appropriate that one was sold to a Sultan.

This 'scent of a queen' was released for sale to the public only over the Internet, except for 30ml crystal phials available at the chateau gift shop for $450.00.

[*All the proceeds of the subscription will go towards the restoration of an area connected to Marie-Antoinette in Versailles. Photo thanks to http://www.chateauversailles.fr/en/1_Sillage_de_la_Reine.php.]

Happy Scents!

Blah! Blah! Cradle Crap! I mean…Cap…

Cradle Cap is an irritation of the skin that (mostly) affects babies.

Caused by over zealous sebaceous (oil) glands and dead skin, it creates a greasy, yellow, scaly build-up on the scalp that can become thick and hard, and lets face it, gross.

It is important to not attempt removing it by scratching or rubbing vigorously. But, don’t despair! There is a method of treatment…

Using a small amount of vegetable oil, gently massage the scalp. Allow the oil to set for a few minutes and soften the crust. Then using a fine-toothed, plastic comb gently comb through your child’s hair for as long as he or she will allow. Then shampoo hair and dry completely. Continue treatment only while cradle cap persists.

Using simple jojoba oil and the method described above, my daughter’s cradle crap, ahem… cap, was eradicated in one session!

Please note that a scaly scalp can indicate eczema or psoriasis and if either of these conditions are suspected or if cradle cap continues to cling to your baby’s scalp for two weeks or longer, you should consult your baby’s doctor for further examination and advice.

Aromatherapy For Dummies - A Review

Years ago when I first became interested in aromatherapy while searching for an 'answer' ('An 'answer' to what?' you ask? I don't know and I'm still searching! ;-D) I came upon this book at the library.

Aromatherapy For Dummies is a great place for the interested to start.

It takes away the mysticism of aromatherapy and makes it real without delving into too much and bogging you down. It gives you the basics, and then some, in a light yet informative way.

Aromatherapy For Dummies also provides the reader with easy to follow recipes and tips on safety, not to mention an appendix that can get you headed in the right direction if you decide you are still interested once you reach the end of this great book!

Definitely worthy of a place on your shelf!

How To Choose An Aromatherapist

As more people become aware of Aromatherapy the question of how to choose an Aromatherapist arises.

Unfortunately, there are many people out there flinging essential oils out willy-nilly with no training or thought. As a trained professional, its a little scary!

So, first and foremost, an Aromatherapist should be educated in the field of Aromatherapy. I received my Aromatherapy education and training from Mount Royal College in Calgary, Alberta under the tutelage of Professional Aromatherapist and Registered Massage Therapist, Jean Channon-Simpson. An Aromatherapist educated in the field of Aromatherapy will make all the difference in your treatment and how you feel afterwards.

Secondly, you should feel absolutely comfortable with this person; this may take some investigation, but it is absolutely important that you feel at ease discussing problems and concerns with the person you choose to be your Aromatherapist. You are the client and customer, it is your money being spent and you deserve to know a few things about the Aromatherapist you choose. Call and discuss aspects that are important to you.

The Aromatherapist should be courteous and caring, in person and on the phone. A treatment should start with a short intake form and interview where you will be asked about your health, physically and mentally, as well as what your goal is for that particular session.

After choosing your Aromatherapist, all there is left for you to do is to enjoy your treatment!