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    Enter to win $250 Lanikai Bath and Body Holiday Gift set  Dec 1, 2008
    Winner will receive a Spa Collection in any scent*, an Aquis microfiber bath towel, Me Bath essential Oils Bath Bombs (An Oprah Favorite), a collection of 6 Maiden Hawaii handmade soaps, a My Tote waterproof tote bag (another Oprah Favorite. and one of our oh so popular Hawaiian Tap water bottles. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    ‘I feel positive about the season.’  Dec 1, 2008
    Bath salts, lotions, candles everything scented with essential oils, which are so good for you. Local aromatherapists make much of her stock; NeJame blends her own scented items because she doesn t want any animal-derived ingredients, chemicals, preservatives or dyes: As pure as can be, she said. (Hudson Register Star, NY)

    How to Make Easy Melt-and-Pour Soap  Nov 29, 2008
    Essential oils can also be used instead of synthetic scents. Once the soap is melted and the color has been thoroughly mixed, carefully pour the soap into the molds and allow to harden for two about hours (exact time depends on the size of the mold). (Suite101.com)

    Local man treats animal ailments with plant oils  Nov 26, 2008
    In addition to fixing farm machinery, raising horses and beef cattle and doing ornamental steel work, Christianson dabbles in repairing his ailing animals, although he chooses an unconventional method: essential oils ... Commonly used in cosmetics, shampoos, lotions, perfumes and massage oils, essential oils in their purest forms are used in some countries to heal people ... While he maintains he doesn't know as much about essential oils as he'd like to, Christianson knows they are potent. (Chetek Alert, WI)

    Striving to be green  Nov 25, 2008
    Owner Dan Callaway uses non-toxic and natural materials, including essential oils such as rosemary and cloves, to kill bugs and pests. Discount Cab. (AZCentral -- Business)

    News from the Jewish Community Center: Nov. 23 online edition  Nov 24, 2008
    They can discover gifts for children, babies and teens, hand-designed clothing for men and women, sports memorabilia, toys, puzzles, playthings, Judaica for the home and jewelry, hand-woven scarves, hats and shawls, custom blended essential oils, soy candles, handcrafted and natural soaps and lotions, beads, baubles and more. For more information, call Susan Steigman at 781-631-8330, ext. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)

    Blending Essential Oils  Nov 23, 2008
    Blending your own essential oils does not have to be complicated ... Essential oils have been with us since the early Egyptians ... Today, essential oils have enjoyed a boom and we find them in such places as doctor's offices and on grocery store shelves. (Suite101.com)

    Have a Green Holiday with Budget-friendly Gifts  Nov 22, 2008
    By using essential oils selected with your recipients in mind, you can easily create unique aromatherapy gifts that will delight ... "And when you make one using essential oils, you can go one step further and personalize its aromatherapy benefits as well." ... To personalize your aromatherapy gift, simply choose pure essential oils with benefits that best suit the person receiving the gift. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Aromatherapy Might Ease Holiday Stress  Nov 21, 2008
    To find out the best way to use these scents Pat performs aromatherapy, which she defines as, the use of essential oils to ease pain, lift depression, and have lots of other therapeutic effects on the body. . (WOKR13 Rochester)

    Frutarom Continues to Implement its Rapid Growth Strategy  Nov 20, 2008
    - The Fine Ingredients Division, which develops, produces and markets natural flavor extracts, natural functional food ingredients, natural pharma/nutraceutical extracts, specialty essential oils and citrus products, and aroma chemicals. Frutarom's products are produced at its plants in the United States, England, Switzerland, Germany, Israel, China, and Turkey. (PR Newswire)

    Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas  Nov 20, 2008
    For a little more fun, evenly mix in a few drops of food coloring and then lightly scent with essential oils. Tis the season for giving, and giving is so much more fun when the presents are homemade. (Suite101.com)

    Business Travel : World's Best Golf Spas  Nov 20, 2008
    Today, no matter what course you're on, it's a safe bet that you'll be soaking your feet in essential oils, rather than Epson salts, after the game. Content supplied by. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Learn to decorate cakes, use eBay, dance  Nov 19, 2008
    Therapeutic essential oils formulas and effective techniques like Emotional Freedom Technique are important considerations in releasing these patterns. The workshop identifies several essential oils to benefit emotional well-being and offer a higher spiritual awareness ... Included in the fee are two personalized blends, essential oils, supplies and handouts. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Nature's Stress-busters: Flowers  Nov 19, 2008
    Essential oils derived from plants and flowers have been proven to increase oxygen flow to the brain, stimulating positive feelings that can balance energy levels or have a calming effect. These essential oils are often used in aromatherapy treatments to both soothe and stimulate the senses ... Essential oils are used through inhalation or application to the skin in massage and body services to create a mind-body connection. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Green your Kitchen  Nov 18, 2008
    For the past 18 months, she has used a mixture of vinegar, hot water and essential oils, such as lavender, to polish her hardwood floors, countertops and tile. She uses borax in her laundry instead of commercial stain remover, and she's used vinegar on her windows. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Mystery solved: How bleach kills germs  Nov 15, 2008
    Fragrance oils and essential oils, free recipes. San Francisco Herb Co. Since 1973. (Yahoo News)

    Nylen Cancer Center to host aromatherapy seminar  Nov 14, 2008
    Bishop says she has provided essential oils to help both men and women find relief from pain, insomnia, irritability, worry, indigestion, bloating and headaches. After she learns the needs of a client, she blends a customized formula of therapeutic grade essential oils. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    How to get your home cleaner — and greener  Nov 13, 2008
    The scent of vinegar became the norm at her home, and Garcia admits she missed a "flowery fragrance." That was remedied by taking Van Huss's suggestion of using drops of essential oils such as lime, lemon, lavender and orange. The added benefit is "tremendous savings," Garcia says. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)

    Pound cake with regular flour  Nov 12, 2008
    For added flavour, lightly crush your pieces of lemon grass with a mallet or with the side of your knife to release the essential oils in the plant. Here's a good recipe, from Corinne Trang's Essentials of Asian Cuisine (Simon ter 2003), to get you started. (The Gazette (Montreal))

    Home Sweet Spa  Nov 11, 2008
    Just as aromatherapy uses essential oils to relax and soothe the body and mind, colors also have a measurable psychological and physiological effect on people. Cool colors like green, blue and indigo are thought to be calming, while red, orange and other warm colors are said to have energizing effects. (RealtyTimes)

    Christmas Plants of the World  Nov 9, 2008
    Lawless, Julia 1995 The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils UK:Thorsons. The copyright of the article Christmas Plants of the World in is owned by. (Suite101.com)

    How to Cope with a Sinus Infection  Nov 8, 2008
    Aromatic ointments which contain eucalyptus and other essential oils may also help to soothe and open nasal passages. Follow directions and do not use internally or inside the nasal passages. (Suite101.com)

    Go green when it's time to clean Visalian shows others how to use healthier products  Nov 6, 2008
    "It didn't smell like anything."The scent of vinegar became the norm at her home, and Garcia admits she missed a "flowery fragrance." That was remedied by taking Van Huss's suggestion of using drops of essential oils such as lime, lemon, lavender and orange. The added benefit is "tremendous savings," Garcia says. (Fresno Bee)

    How to Find a Good Aromatherapist  Nov 5, 2008
    Aromatherapy has long been associated with massage but in fact in France it is the application and use of essential oils which is more important than massage and one can be practiced without the other. Aromatherapy is defined as a therapy using the , that is applying essential oils in a number of ways which are therapeutic to the body's systems ... There is usually a 20 30 minute consultation prior to an aromatherapy treatment to establish a client's symptoms and difficulties and recommend a... (Suite101.com)

    Bacteria manage perfume oil production from grass  Nov 1, 2008
    These bacteria seem to promote the production of essential oils, but also they change the molecular structure of the oil, giving it different flavours and properties: termicidal, insecticidal, antimicrobial and antioxidant ... The essential oils also contain alcohols and hydrocarbons, which, together with the sesquiterpenes are primarily used in perfumery and cosmetics. (EurekAlert!)

    Halloween Treats for Your Skin  Oct 31, 2008
    In Cancun, Mexico guests at the Palace Hotel s Playacar Palacae Spa can schedule an invigorating bath therapy that combines cinnamon, sage, and mint essential oils followed by a Marine Body Scrub Therapy. At home, try the cinnamon based Dermatologica Sebum Clearing Mask or Healing Garden Spa Therapy s Cinnamon and Sandalwood scented body butter. (Suite101.com)

    Your Health: Herbal remedy effective for some depressions  Oct 31, 2008
    Some experts speculate that other ingredients in the plant, including flavonoids and essential oils, also contribute to its antidepressant actions. Although the exact mechanism of action is unknown, scientific evidence suggests that compounds in St. John s wort prevent the breakdown of specific neurotransmitters in the brain, including serotonin. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Secret allergy triggers -- revealed!  Oct 30, 2008
    You can't be allergic to essential oils -- which make candles smell like autumn leaves or dune grass -- but their odors can inflame your nasal cavities, according to James Wedner, M.D., chief of allergy and immunology at the Washington University School of Medicine ... When those chemicals bond with the essential oils in perfumes and are then sprayed into the air, sensitive people may take offense. (CNN -- Health)

    Baking with Sweet and Savory Herbs  Oct 29, 2008
    Found commonly in ornamental gardens, the plant is also used for essential oils, in bath products, and, for the enterprising home cook, in baking. Rose geranium's fibrous leaves are not edible but can be infused in dairy for panna cotta, a creamy Italian gelled custard. (Suite101.com)

    Style & Grooming: Scents made to suit  Oct 27, 2008
    On the first appointment she will ascertain a client's taste by asking them to rate 13 essential oils, to list scents they have enjoyed, everyday odours they love (and dislike), favourite flowers, colours and seasons even preferred music styles and travel destinations ... She says she began to make up scents as a teenager experimenting with essential oils. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    If the recession doesn't get you, bombed-out banks and overdue ...  Oct 26, 2008
    His company, in Torrington, Devon, employs six full-time staff and sells the raw ingredients used in toiletries, such as essential oils, to high-street health and beauty shops. Typically, October is his busiest month, as his customers stock up ahead of Christmas. (guardian.co.uk)

    Aromatherapy and Botany  Oct 19, 2008
    Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils; essential oils are derived from plants so it is wise to take the time to understand botany before studying aromatherapy ... Aromatherapy is commonly defined as the art and science of using the essential oils of plants in a variety of treatment methods ... Essential oils are extracted from various parts of a plant; the root, flower, leaf, fruit and from trees (including bark). (Suite101.com)

    The Roles of the Witch Hazel Plant  Oct 18, 2008
    The Mohegan learned to extract the essential oils from witch hazel s bark, leaves, and twigs to produce astringents and vasoconstrictors. Witch hazel has many healing and practical uses. (Suite101.com)

    Soothing scents  Oct 16, 2008
    It comprises a blend of lavender and rosewood essential oils with natural ingredients like argan oil, evening primrose and milk proteins ... Aromatherapy Distillations is a new body care and home collection that combines the benefits of 100% essential oils with natural ingredients ... The range combines benefits of 100% essential oils with natural ingredients gathered from around the world. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Sa Sa Fragrance Awards 2008 - Womens Fragrance nominees  Oct 15, 2008
    In fact, the mixture of fragrant essential oils, aromatic compounds, fixatives and solvents that make up the perfume has been known to work as a stress-reliever, to make you, and those around you, feel more calm and composed. For a woman, fragrances form one part of the beauty treatment, complementing, or rather enhancing the makeup, hair and yes, one's mood. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Liver transplant patients highly vulnerable to cancer  Oct 14, 2008
    No amount of money will give back my limb," said a 65 years old woman with diabetes (name withheld on request) who underwent limb amputation at the Gandhi Memorial & Associated Hospitals (GM & AH), India. by - October 8, 2008 - 0 comments She couldn't have been right in conveying the message in the lead up to the World Diabetes Day, 14 November 2008, to prevent many diabetes-related complications that are extremely devastating. by - September 6, 2008 - 0 comments Aromatherapy is a form of... (TheMedGuru)

    Herbal medicine popular at Ginseng Festival  Oct 13, 2008
    Pillsbury s unique blend and synthesis of herbs have created popular herbal medicine products such as Wrist Rub, containing emu oil and fast-absorbing essential oils for joint therapy ... Each soap has essential oils and is designed to nurture healthy skin. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Do You Know What You're Putting on Your Skin?  Oct 10, 2008
    com) uses luxurious quality ingredients that include organic extracts, essential oils, and cleansing particles harvested from the earth. Because of the use of organic ingredients, this soap is gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin types. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Aromatherapy Body Product Recipes  Oct 10, 2008
    Essential Oils Make Great Skin Care Cosmetics. If you don't want the ingredient Parabens in your cosmetics then make your own skin care products using these aromatherapy and essential oils recipes ... There is an alternative if you don't want the ingredient Parabens in your cosmetics and body products - you could make your own deodorants, body lotions, hair products, and other cosmetics using aromatherapy and essential oils. (Suite101.com)

    Boost Holiday Spirits with Aromatherapy  Oct 8, 2008
    Aromatherapy uses pure essential oils to relax, balance and rejuvenate ... Certain essential oils are ideal -- clove, cinnamon, pine, fir needle, Texas cedarwood, cypress and juniper berry all lend cheer ... Add a festive scent to the fireplace by putting one or two drops of essential oils on the log. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)

    Bringing the artisanal cocktail home  Oct 4, 2008
    Beattie says that's because so much can be found on online, which is true of prepared ingredients like essential oils. It's harder when it comes to things like fresh hearts of palm, which are pretty much available only to restaurant chefs. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Make coach feel like first class  Oct 3, 2008
    Plane Defense is a natural cotton pouch that contains a potent blend of certified natural essential oils that may be protect you against airborne offenders. Every hour, simply breathe the vapors by holding the pouch to your nose. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Cleaning up your spice collection  Sep 25, 2008
    Those are widely available at Wal-Mart stores and online at , where the line is described as offering "always fresh-ground flavor each and every time. Each twist of the spice bottle top's built-in grinder releases essential oils and aromatic flavors and essences locked deep within the fresh-dried spice pieces.". What is the difference between spices and herbs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Fight fat with aromatherapy  Sep 25, 2008
    Well, all you need to do to knock out approximately 3-4 kilograms in a month is to get a soothing massage with the right essential oils, in addition to 45 minutes of brisk walk for 5 days in a week along with a well balanced diet (which is neither too bland nor intended at making you starve). Essential oils used in aromatherapy work towards detoxifying three major systems in our body - the circulatory, gastric and excretory system ... If this much information is enough to heighten your curiosity... (India Times, India)

    Some local patients are having success with aromatherapy.  Sep 24, 2008
    The essential oils used in the practice were among mankind's first medicines ... She also said essential oils do not have to be applied to provide benefits ... Just inhaling the scent sends beneficial molecules of essential oils directly to the brain, Wells said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

    Homemade Massage Oil Blends  Sep 23, 2008
    Using Essential Oils. Essential Oils should be used carefully and with some research ... See for a general overview of essential oils. (Suite101.com)

    Photo Toxic Essential Oils  Sep 23, 2008
    Some essential oils are photo toxic; defining photo sensitivity and establishing aromatic oils to use with care can help eliminate any potential misuse in aromatherapy ... Certain essential oils contain this chemical and therefore increase a person's possibility of having a response to sunlight, and thus increasing the risk of sunburn ... Furanocoumarins are a close relative of coumarins, another chemical element present in the make-up of some essential oils. (Suite101.com)

    Outfitting your dream (green) kitchen  Sep 23, 2008
    Ive eco-fied my dishwashing experience by using only soaps made from all-natural, biodegradable ingredients (I like Ive convinced myself that the essential oils help me relax while I scrub last night's pots and pans) and investing in sponges made from actual sponge i.e. 100 percent cellulose. does the job with no dyes and no synthetic materials. (MSNBC -- Environment)

    Lawyers on the Brink of Mental Disorder  Sep 22, 2008
    Aromatherapy is a form of alternative healing that makes use of volatile plant oils, referred to as essential oils, and other aromatic compounds obtained from plants for the overall physical and psychological well-being of a person. 2006-2008 themedguru. (TheMedGuru)

    Seven Immunity Boosting Tips  Sep 18, 2008
    Many essential oils may be too strong to apply neat, but may be used along with vegetable or olive oil as a carrier oil to dilute it. Apply a drop to the bottom of each foot before bedtime. (Suite101.com)

    Raindrop Technique Massage  Sep 18, 2008
    Healing Back Problems with Essential Oils ... Introduced to the spa community by Gary Young, the creator of Young Living oils, the Rainbow or Raindrop Technique uses nine essential oils to help rid the body of bacteria, fungi, and viruses ... The Vita Flex Massage technique used in the Raindrop Technique benefits the back by stimulating circulation and promoting lymphatic drainage, while the essential oils have anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. (Suite101.com)

    Introducing Yesod Perfume and Skin Care Products  Sep 17, 2008
    A new perfume and skin care line, already successful in the European market, is now being launched in the USA. Yesod Perfume, promoted as the lost fragrance from the Garden of Eden, is a unique fusion of flowers and fruits in addition to essential oils ... The perfume is made in France using flowers, fruits and a combination of essential oils. (PR Newswire)

    Yale fair trade advocates gain new voice  Sep 15, 2008
    COURTESY MARI OYE Oye with soap and essential oils, products of the Arghand Cooperative that are in high demand across the U.S.. hanks to an Ivy League education and the ever-pervasive influence of STEP, YSFP, and Starbucks, most students are more or less aware of the fair trade question being addressed on campus. (Yale Herald, CT)

    Jaynie Mo's Salon Spa features new decor, services  Sep 13, 2008
    "And we have top-notch massage tables. We have awesome essential oils.". Contact Amie Steffen at (319) 291-1464. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Kill Lice Using Essential Oils  Sep 11, 2008
    Learn about treating with non-toxic essential oils ... Oregano, Lavender and Cinnamon leaf are essential oils that may work as well as synthetic pesticides. (Suite101.com)

    Essential Oils for Baby  Sep 9, 2008
    Aromatherapy seeks to achieve balance and harmony of the mind, body and spirit by the controlled use of natural essential oils. Extracted from various parts of a plant, tree or flower, essential oils are formed from the aromas of the plant and do not use the plant itself, unlike herbal and plant medicine ... There is a wide spectrum of essential oils to choose from. (Suite101.com)

    How to make Mulled Cider  Sep 8, 2008
    A discriminating palette will be able to detect the essential oils left behind by the coffee-making process, even if the percolator has been well cleaned. Despite the fuss of having to keep separate percolators for coffee and other beverages, this method is efficient, keeps the mulled cider at the perfect temperature, and makes enough to satisfy a large crowd. (Suite101.com)

    Green Space: Culinary herbs give us many cooking options  Sep 6, 2008
    The essential oils in herbs are valued for their aromatics, flavor and fragrance. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a perennial and very mild. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Sweet smell of toilet success  Sep 6, 2008
    Not to mention Poo-Pourri, a toilet spray made from essential oils that traps bad odours and, according to the Kansas City Star, "makes your business smell like Froot Loops". So what's behind the trend. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Now at Yale, former WHS student still shining light on problems in Afghanistan  Sep 5, 2008
    Despite the dangers, Arghand turned a profit in 2007 and doubled its products to eight types of soap and various essential oils. According to Atif, Arghand encourages farmers in Afghanistan to grow products other than poppy seeds, such as pomegranates, grapes and almonds. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Mouthwash Fixes Things From Fungus To Floor  Sep 4, 2008
    The station reported that, among its ingredients, Listerine has a blend of essential oils in an alcohol base. That combination could have an antifungal effect. (KERO 23, CA)

    Weekend Calendar  Sep 4, 2008
    On Sept. 28, join stylist and natural perfumer David Schumann for a hands-on exploration into the world of perfuming using essential oils, "Scents and Sensibility - A Natural Perfuming Sunday Afternoon Workshop." Learn natural aromas made from lavender, sandalwood, rose, labdanum, camphor and more. Explore the history of perfuming, the perfuming process, aroma styles and properties of many essential oils. (Middletown Press, CT)

    Dry shampoo to the rescue?  Sep 3, 2008
    DRY RUN: "The stuff literally blasts out of the can in a strong cloud of airy powder. The ingredients supposedly absorbs impurities and oil with a patented formula containing kaolin clay, silica, rice, and cornstarch powders for antistatic and antisebum action as well as the high absorption power of essential oils of peppermint, caraway, and basil to soften hair.' I'm ready for my brush-out now.". HAIR SCARE: "I used it one morning after hopping out of bed, my curly, fine hair askew. Except for... (AZCentral -- Style)

    Bush tucker down to a tea  Sep 2, 2008
    The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Two city slickers are toasting their success growing native foods, writes Judy Adamson. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Nature's Stress-busters: Flowers  Sep 1, 2008
    Essential oils derived from plants and flowers have been proven to increase oxygen flow to the brain, stimulating positive feelings that can balance energy levels or have a calming effect. These essential oils are often used in aromatherapy treatments to both soothe and stimulate the senses ... Essential oils are used through inhalation or application to the skin in massage and body services to create a mind-body connection. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)

    The Benefits of Baby Massage  Aug 31, 2008
    Choosing gentle essential oils such as , and helps calm baby; however using a lotion is preferable to using an oil as a carrier for the essential oils ... Essential oils can be used safely in baby massage although lesser quantities are needed than with adults; taking advice from a qualified aromatherapist is also advisable to ensure safety ... Some essential oils such as peppermint, should never be used on a young infant; it can cause a new baby's lungs to collapse. (Suite101.com)

    Hair-raising treatment  Aug 28, 2008
    He created his own personalised hair care method, and developed products based on essential oils and plant extracts ... Essential oils and active plant extracts are used during Rene Furterer Institute's treatment for hair and scalp. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Burning Incense Linked to Respiratory Cancers  Aug 26, 2008
    Incense is usually derived from fragrant plant materials, like tree bark, resins, roots, flowers and essential oils. Past research has found that burning these materials can produce potentially cancer-causing substances, including benzene and polyaromatic hydrocarbons. (Newsmax)

    Drying Fresh Herbs from the Garden  Aug 20, 2008
    During this time period, the leaves contain a high level of the essential oils that gives them their signature fragrance, which means you'll be getting the most aroma and flavor from your efforts. When storing herbs, remember to keep them away from high heat and direct sunlight, which can negatively impact their flavor. (Suite101.com)

    The Properties of Essential Oils  Aug 20, 2008
    Essential oils used in aromatherapy are a complex make-up of many chemicals. However, all essential oils do share common beneficial properties ... Essential oils are volatile; that is, they evaporate at, or above, room temperature. (Suite101.com)

    The Chamomile Essential Oils  Aug 17, 2008
    It is not technically a 'true' chamomile oil as both chemically and olfactorily, it is quite different from Roman and German Chamomile essential oils ... Lawless, Julia 1995 The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils London: Element ... Caddy, Rosemary 1997 Essential Oils in Colour: Caddy Classic Profiles England: Amberwood. (Suite101.com)

    The perils of delivering aid in Afghanistan  Aug 17, 2008
    and extract seed and essential oils, colors from the dye roots, and make very high quality soaps and body oils from them. Continued on. (Globe and Mail)

    Rose Essential Oil  Aug 14, 2008
    It is one of the most well known, albeit expensive, essential oils ... Rose is one of the most expensive essential oils to distill and, as a consequence of this, it is often substituted by a lesser oil or adulterated ... Lawless, Julia 1995 The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils London: Element. (Suite101.com)

    Goodhue family weathers loss of son, then father  Aug 11, 2008
    Tim and Susie rubbed essential oils on Bryce's skin and gave him a diet of organic foods and natural supplements. Bryce died in February 2007. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)

    Go to this blog entry/discussion  Aug 9, 2008
    To watch him nurture our precious baby with warm essential oils on the wash cloth when he bathed him and sweetening the aroma in the bedroom with scented candles was amazing. He even placed a heating pad on the bed so it was as warm as my body when Wyatt fell asleep nursing. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    In brief: Health updates (8/5/08)  Aug 5, 2008
    Essential Oils Workshop, 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oriental Healing Arts Center, 2636 Spenard Road. Participants will explore specific ways to use several common essential oils ... A starter kit and essential oils will be available for purchase. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Natural items are better cleaning products  Aug 1, 2008
    com, advises using 100 percent food-grade essential oils to add fragrance to any homemade cleaning products. The oil is expensive but very concentrated, so a few drops go a long way, Beres said. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Integrated therapy: Future of healing?  Jul 31, 2008
    Various essential oils used in Aroma therapy detoxifies the body to the fullest thereby enhancing the effects of allopathic medication in a better way. We provide a climate conducive for the conventional medications to give better results to the patient. (India Times, India)

    Boost your sex drive with aroma therapy  Jul 29, 2008
    The essential oils do magic and stimulate the pituitary gland, the master of endocrine gland, which controls hormone production. Inactiveness of pituitary gland can lead to low sex drive. (India Times, India)

    The Author of The 99 Cents Only Stores(R) Cookbook, Christiane Jory, Will Be Featured on CBS' The Early Show, Thursday, July 24th  Jul 24, 2008
    Fragrance oils and essential oils, free recipes. San Francisco Herb Co. Since 1973. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Food and Gas Pains  Jul 23, 2008
    "Then the wife reads an article in Money magazine about homemade laundry detergent. Next thing I know I'm grating natural soap, boiling it, then adding borax, baking soda and essential oils. It only takes several hours of what used to be my leisure time to make a batch.". "Rapidly rising fuel and food costs are surely agitating many Americans, but aren't there some upsides?". (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)

    Annual Herb Festival on tap this weekend in Greene  Jul 23, 2008
    There will be plants, herbs, perennials, annuals, hostas, roses, books, soaps, candles, willow furniture, garden ornaments, essential oils, medicinals, aromatherapy items, birdhouses, benches and much more. There will also be a harpist playing and food at the sidewalk cafe. (Charles City Press, IO)

    Reduce Stress with Spa Secrets at Home  Jul 20, 2008
    Products with essential oils provide both psychological and physical benefits; the aroma stimulates the brain, while the oils leave your skin feeling clean and moisturized. Some brands, such as Aveda, even offer a variety of body oils to "balance," "calm" or "refresh" your senses. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Natural Remedies for Summer Bumps and Bites  Jul 18, 2008
    Whether gardening, sporting, entertaining or vacationing, key summertime essential oils such as lavender, citronella and tea tree, can keep you healthy and on track. The experts at Aura Cacia offer some ideas on how to use essential oils to naturally enhance summer activities ... Two ways to soothe your skin -- and your emotions -- are with lavender and other essential oils. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)

    Gold Canyon Candles adds 'green' products  Jul 13, 2008
    The products contain no harsh chemicals but only naturally occurring ingredients such as coconut-based cleansers, purified water and essential oils, the company said. "We don't have to trade efficacy for eco-friendliness when it comes to home cleaning," Karen Waisath, Gold Canyon's co-founder, said in a news release. (AZCentral -- Home)

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