AA2010

‘Tis the Holiday Season! Many of us find this time of year very busy and perhaps even stressful … yet the holiday season begs us to slow down, to take a deep breath and appreciate the scents of the season. … Continue reading →

Aromatherapy for Foot Care QUESTION I am fairly active and on my feet – a lot! They and my calves often ache. My feet tend to be dry, I have some callouses and I get occasional episodes of athlete’s foot. … Continue reading →

In the Kitchen with Aromatherapy Question I have just moved and I have a lovely kitchen. The cupboards are wood, and as this is the first time I’ve had wood finished cabinetry I don’t know how to polish them. I … Continue reading →

Aromatherapy for Digestive Gas Question “I have been searching for an answer for my stomach problems for a couple years. I have come across essential oils and have a question. I want to use an essential oil to help get … Continue reading →

Aromatherapy and Menopausal Skin Care QUESTION: “I’ve been menopausal for the last few years and have noticed some skin changes. Recently I developed a sensitivity to the products I have regularly been using and have an itchy, reddened, slightly bumpy … Continue reading →

Aromatherapy for Pet Grooming and Flea Control QUESTION: “I have 2 cats and 1 dog and would like to incorporate the use of essential oils into their grooming. What is the best way to do that? What oils would you … Continue reading →

AROMATHERAPY FOR CHILDREN’S GROWING PAINS Question ‘About once a month my 4 year old son wakes in the night crying and complaining of pain in his knees. I usually rub and massage them for a while but it takes him … Continue reading →

QUESTION I really enjoyed your March 2010 Ask the Aromatherapist about using natural ingredients and quality essential oils for a naturally clean and healthy home. Do you have suggestions that I could use for my children’s bedrooms and playroom? ANSWER … Continue reading →

AROMATHERAPY AND THE NATURALLY CLEAN, HEALTHY HOME QUESTION “Recently I have been staying in hotels a lot. I ended up with a hacking cough and realized that although some of the cough was due to dry re-circulated air there was … Continue reading →

QUESTION: “I have a problem with cold hands and feet. During the winter months they are incredibly colder (like ice if you ask my husband).  I realize that circulation is part of the problem but I’m looking for suggestions regarding … Continue reading →

QUESTION: ‘I am in my second trimester of pregnancy and work with horses.  Many horse owners apply citronella oils to their horses to repel flies.  I am aware that I should avoid aromatherapy in pregnancy but am worried after reading … Continue reading →