Aromatherapy isn’t just about essential oils. Various products that fall under the aromatherapy umbrella are absolutes, resinoids, CO2 extracts, and hydrosols. Each of these products originates from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found in many plants; however, the extraction method will determine the end product.

In this educational blog, we delve into the world of hydrosols, also...

Aromatherapy can be described as the art and science of utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize, and promote the health of the body, mind, and spirit.  

Aromatherapy is described as both an art and a science because it takes the knowledge of the chemistry of the essential oils combined with the art of marrying the essential oils to create a...

Aroma is strongly linked to memories. A person may catch a whiff of perfume and be immediately transported back to memories of their grandmother, who used to wear the fragrance. The memory can be a positive or negative one based on their relationship with their grandmother. This is called an odour-linked memory. In other words, there is a link between aroma and experiences, especially...

In June, we observe PTSD Awareness Month to shed light on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a complex condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. COVID-19 was a trigger for PTSD in many people. PTSD can even occur indirectly through an association with a friend or family member who has experienced a traumatic event.

The onset of PTSD can...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Aromatherapy can be effective for many conditions related to physical and emotional issues such as stress, depression and anxiety. Evidence-based research and anecdotal evidence have firmly established the benefits of aromatherapy and specific essential oils on mood. 

A sub-classification of Aromatherapy is Aromachology. Aromachology relates to...

Oftentimes when I am at a social event, I am asked what I do. I am sometimes hesitant to say I am an aromatherapist because reactions can vary – amusement, blank looks, and occasionally interest. But I am an aromatherapist and proud to be one, so I hold my head up high and proclaim I AM AN AROMATHERAPIST!

This often leads to the question, “What is aromatherapy anyway”? What I...

Is aromatherapy a passing fad, or will it become integrated with mainstream medicine? Seasoned aromatherapists, prospective aromatherapists, and aromatherapy enthusiasts around the globe are asking this very question.

Aromatherapy can be described as the art and science of utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize and promote the health of the body, mind...

Aromatherapy can be overwhelming! Educated aromatherapists use terms such as Latin binomials, chemotypes, and isomers. They discuss safety considerations; in fact, they often debate safety considerations! How can someone new to aromatherapy determine right from wrong? The easy answer would be to take an aromatherapy program, but not everyone interested in aromatherapy has the desire to be a...

Learn about Colleen’s favourite holiday aromatherapy traditions—and get some of her most treasured recipes. They make wonderful handmade gifts!

Each year, my five grandchildren and I gather to make aromatherapy gifts for their parents and other grandparents and family members. This tradition started many years ago, and as the children have grown, we added more complex blends to our...

Are you an aromatherapist or an aromatherapy enthusiast who creates blends by the drop method? That was how we were taught, right? The problem is that not all essential oil drops are the same size and if we are not aware of this, it can skew the formula.

How big is a drop of essential oil?

The size of a drop is based upon the viscosity of the liquid. For example, a drop of water will be smaller...