December 2009
Question ‘Now that we are into the flu season I am worried about how I can keep my family healthy? Are there specific essential oils I should use? And what are the best ways to use them?‘ Answer Staying healthy … Continue reading
November 2009
Question Have you noticed that essential oils and “aromatherapy” products are available almost anywhere now? I have tried different brands for a few of my favorite essential oils but I am often disappointed with their quality. How do I know … Continue reading
October 2009
Question I am breast feeding my newborn and am wondering if my use of essential oils is safe for her? Can I use them on my breasts when they get sore? Answer You may wish to make a cup of … Continue reading
September 2009
Question Hi — I sometimes buy incense that comes with a lightly dyed plaster disc holder. Because of plaster’s absorbency, I use these holders as essential oil diffusers. Is that appropriate? I’d also like to know if you would recommend … Continue reading
August 2009
Question I have a number of essential oil bottles and I wonder how best to store them? Daisy, WA, US Answer I keep mine in a lovely lined wooden box I bought at Winner’s. I have seen students with plastic … Continue reading
July 2009
Question What do you think about internal use of essential oil? LK, ON, Canada Answer Internal use of essential oils may include oral ingestion or using as suppositories. As this is a frequent question and there are a variety of … Continue reading
June 2009
Question I don’t like the smell of Geranium essential oil. Can I use something else in a blend to replace it. It’s for “female” issues and I want the blend to rub on my stomach. Does it matter if I … Continue reading
May 2009
Question Will Aromatherapy work on someone who has lost their sense of smell? Will it work on someone who never had a sense of smell? Robert, WA Answer Good Question! Although the scents of essential oils used is part of … Continue reading
April 2009
Question I recently became interested in Aromatherapy. What are some good essential oils for a beginner to buy? How many should I start with? Any help you can offer would be great. Nikki, ON Answer It all depends on what … Continue reading
March 2009
Question I have some sweet almond oil that smells a little strange and I am wondering whether to use it or not. Do carrier oils spoil or go bad? How do you know if it has gone off? Shannon, BC … Continue reading
February 2009
Question Can we have some aromatherapy tips for Valentine’s Day? Jacqueline, BC Answer February is known as the “Month of Love”. You can use Aromatherapy in many different ways for the annual Valentines Celebration. Try something as simple as using … Continue reading
January 2009
Question I received some Aromatherapy gifts this Christmas. They are pre-blended mixes from the store to use in the bath. Are there any health or safety issues I should worry about before I use them. Christine, BC Answer Sounds like … Continue reading
