Traveling to Marayoor Sandalwood Forest in India
We settle into giddy, tense bursts of laughter as our driver, Thomas, slowly traverses the 27 hairpin turns leading into Munnar. We make jokes about being saved from Bengal Tigers as the next curve reveals a thick banyan tree with roots strong enough for Tarzan to swing from. Next turn, a bus shimmies forward and […]
Top 5 Ways to Check Quality of Essential Oils
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on January 7, 2014, and was updated in June 2016. How do you ensure that the essential oils you’re buying are the best possible quality? Whether you’re a Registered Aromatherapist TM or are trying essential oils for the very first time, it’s always a good idea to brush up on […]
Essential Oil Quality: Diluents, Extenders, Synergy
The Art of Choosing Quality Oils Isn’t it nice to go wine tasting? If you’re like me, you might choose a family owned vineyard known for organic and responsible farming. When you know exactly where and how the fruit is grown, you’re going to get some tasty wine. Similarly, when practicing aromatherapy, every Registered Aromatherapist […]
