Question I was reading recently that essential oil of grapefruit can help in a weight loss plan. This really surprised me. Is this true? And if it is, can you tell me how do I use it? Thank you, Jennifer Answer Simple answer is yes! Using essential oils can help all of us with weight […]
Continue ReadingHow to Keep the Playroom Clean without Toxic Products
QUESTION about keeping the Playroom safe and clean: I really enjoyed Ask the Aromatherapist about using natural ingredients + quality essential oils for a clean + healthy home. Do you have suggestions that I could use for my children’s bedrooms and playroom? ANSWER by Certified Traditional Holistic Aromatherapist/Instructor Barbara Power: My children are full-grown thirty-something […]
Continue ReadingAromatherapy Rules How long do Essential Oils last?
Question Good morning Emma, I just finished reading the Jacqueline Fairbrass School of Complementary Therapies newsletter, and what a treat it was! A quick question regarding oils though (I got the impression that you are the one who knows about these things.) I have quite a number of oils that were purchased over the last […]
Continue ReadingValentine Aromatherapy to Get You in the Mood
Question Emma, Thanks for the fun tips for men last month. As February is Valentine’s month I am wondering how I can use aromatherapy on February 14th to weave a little magic into my celebration with my significant-other? Some Valentine Aromatherapy tips please. Ronnie Answer by Emma Fairbrass, Certified Traditional Holistic Aromatherapist Hello Ronnie, I […]
Continue ReadingThe Natural Way to Clean Your Carpet and Freshen Your Rugs
Question Dear Emma, My carpet smells really bad. Is there anything I can use to hide, remove, change the smell? I’m looking for a natural way to clean your carpet. Thanks, Kenny Answer Hi Kenny, thanks for asking about nasty carpet and rug smells. First things first. Make sure the rug or carpet isn’t in […]
Continue ReadingToddler Not Sleeping Through the Night
Ask the Aromatherapist with Barbara Dear Barbara, I have a happy, healthy 16-month old daughter who isn’t sleeping through the night! I have tried everything except aromatherapy. As I am expecting the arrival of my second child in a couple of months I need my sleep!!! Can you help? S.P. Dear ‘Sleepless Parent’, Just gonna […]
Continue ReadingAromatherapy for Colds, Flus and Sinus Congestion
Dear Barbara, I have a horrible head cold with a stuffed nose, sore sinuses and a slight headache. What do you recommend? Looking for recommendations for colds, flus and sinus congestion. JM Dear JM, A holistic and aroma-therapeutic approach to colds, flus and sinus congestion includes supporting the immune system. Also, we can use essential […]
Continue ReadingSummertime Blues? Try Aromatherapy and Herbs
What would summer be without it’s blues? Yes, the sun is lovely but we get burns. The bugs love summer too, and we get bites. We party more, and get hangovers. Get the picture? Here’s some lovely ways to get some summer joy back so we can really have a good time. Stings and Bites? […]
Continue ReadingNatural Ways to Keep the Mosquito Away
‘Itching to Get Out of Here‘ has a question for us I enjoy being out in nature and I love gardening. Unfortunately nasty mosquitoes are out in nature and they love gardeners! Can you help a girl out? Does Aromatherapy have a natural solution for me? And of course, the fabulous Barbara has an answer! […]
Continue ReadingJune 2011
Question I was recently introduced to the beautiful aroma of rose essential oil. Can you tell me a bit about it and what it is used for? It is very expensive. Is there an alternative? Answer ‘You love the roses – so do I. I wish The sky would rain down roses, as they rain […]
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