Cypress Essential Oil Profile

by Geoff Lyth

Cypress is the common name given to several genera of evergreen, aromatic trees and shrubs that belong to the coniferous family of Cupressaceae. Only the species of the genus Cupressus are considered to be true cypress, and it is not uncommon to find ‘cypress’ essential oil derived from species other than Cupressus sempervirens being sold by less experienced oil suppliers.
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Posted by Geoff Lyth | Profiles - Essential Oils | Tags: , , , , , | Tuesday, March 30th, 2010 - 11:08

4 Tips For Better Health

by Sue Charles

In the fast paced world that we live in today it can be very easy to neglect our health and wellbeing without really noticing. We’re so busy racing through our daily lives fulfilling responsibilities to family, friends, work and attending social engagements that we often don’t have the energy left to look after ourselves properly. It’s hardly surprising that so many of us are tired and run down, and don’t really enjoy life to the full.
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Posted by Sue Charles | Mind and Body | Tags: , , , | Friday, March 5th, 2010 - 11:19

Helping Hands

by Sue Charles

Every woman knows that her hands show the true signs of her age, no matter how much facial cosmetic surgery she may have invested her money in! So it is vitally important to keep your hands feeling soft, smooth and looking good.

Our hands have a tendency to become dry and chapped during the long winter months, especially when it’s bitterly cold first thing in the morning and late at night. That’s why at this time of year we should spend some extra time and effort using aromatherapy to protect and rejuvenate these most age-revealing parts of our body. Read more…

Posted by Sue Charles | Beauty Tips | Tags: , , | Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 - 11:12