Category Archives: botanicals

The power of touch using massage oils.

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Sheila

The power of touch is wonderful for the body and mind.  We know that babies who are held and touched and caressed will thrive, and that premature babies will do better with touch.  (*Don’t use essential oils on babies!)  The … Continue reading →

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Hemp! Great for the skin and so much more!

Posted on April 2, 2010 by Sheila

I’ve been researching the benefits of hemp oil and based on my findings I decided to make a whole new line of hemp soaps.   I was completely hooked on my first batch.   So was my husband who I swear has … Continue reading →

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The Rose – Centuries of Beauty

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Sheila

The Rose has much to offer your skin!   Rose water can be made at home by fashioning your own ‘still’, but I would recommend buying it.  The only thing to make sure of, is to look for 100% natural rose … Continue reading →

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Aloe Vera (great inside AND out!)

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Sheila

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) This plant belongs to the Asphodelaceae family.  It is related to asparagus and onion plants.  We find reference in ancient records to aloe vera and it’s benefits as far back as Dioscorides in 10 BC., Cleopatra … Continue reading →

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