Most of us are probably familiar with Chamomile for relaxation and stomach upset. Perhaps our mothers or grandmothers made us a tea of Chamomile to help us sleep or to soothe a tummy ache. That more commonly used Chamomile is known as Roman Chamomile. Today we explore its cousin – Blue Chamomile, also known as German Chamomile. While the two … [Read more...]

Ah, the promise of Springtime - fresh air, new grasses, blossoms, and flowers. While April showers may indeed bring May flowers, those gloomy days can put a damper on moods. And I can’t think of April without the apprehension of Tax season. For these reasons, Vetiver is our solution.Known as the “Oil of Tranquility,” Vetiver’s gift is one of … [Read more...]

Cooling, refreshing, crisp and uplifting, Spearmint brings sweetness and joy after a long, dreary winter.With many similarities to peppermint, Spearmint’s name comes from their spear-shaped leaf (or in some references to its spikey blooms), whereas peppermint has rounded leaves. Also, Spearmint is known as a gentler mint. It has been said that … [Read more...]

Tea Tree Oil Benefits: As children go back to school and the weather begins to cool down, September can be a season of colds and flu. If you have only one essential oil in your cold season arsenal, it should be Tea Tree.The name “Tea Tree” may make one wonder if it is related to the common tea plants used for black and green teas, which it is … [Read more...]