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29/01/2026

As per the previous post we shared, we are in the final, intense phase of the Year of the Snake, meaning there is still time to let go of what doesn't serve you, before we head into the Year of the Horse.

If you still feel like you are battling to let go of things that are weighing you down, use the power of the snake and a 'cleansing' essential oil ritual to help you shed old habits, relationhips or situations that are no longer necessary.

There are many essential oils that can help us 'cleanse' and start afresh. These include Cypress, Juniperberry, Lemon, Lime, and Frankincense. Be guided by your intuition in your oil selection, as this is the most powerful way to cultivate your own desires. Here is our personal favourite blend and 3-step ritual to try:

Step 1 - Diffuse 3 drops Cypress, 3 drops Lime and 2 drops Frankincense in an aromatherapy diffuser or candle burner and enjoy for 30 minutes.

Step 2- While diffusing your oils grab a journal and pen and write down what you desire to ‘shed’ from the Year of the Snake. This can be anything that you desire to let go of.

Step 3- White sage is a herb used in ceremony to cleanse and let go – so it is perfect to burn at the end of your ritual to rid the old. You could use it to burn the paper you made your notes on, or just use it in the room.

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29/01/2026

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Get • The Year of the Snake does not rush its endings. 🖤

This final month invites a last, meaningful shedding. Not dramatic. Not loud. Just honest. It asks us to notice what has quietly fallen away this year, and what no longer needs our energy as we prepare to move forward.

Snake energy teaches that transformation is subtle and precise. It happens when we slow down enough to listen. When we choose release over resistance. When we allow completion without forcing clarity too soon.

There is no need to hurry into what’s next. The ground is still settling and we’re still shedding.

On February 17, the Fire Horse arrives with movement, courage, and momentum. But before we run, we soften. We shed. We close this chapter with intention.

End the year lighter than you began it.

27/01/2026

Shut the curtains on Storm Chandra this evening and enjoy a cosy, warm and restorative night in with this gorgeous blend of essential oils recommended by our consultant aromatherapist Kirsty Summerbell.

Mix 2 drops Sandalwood, 2 drops Sweet Orange, and 3 drops Frankincense in water, in either an electrical aromatherapy diffuser or candle burner, and diffuse into your chosen room for up to 20 minutes. Sit near a soft light, candle or by the fire, place your hands over your chest and breathe deeply.

This calming, soothing, grounding blend will help prepare you for a restful night's sleep and will be especially beneficial if the day has left you feeling overwhelmed or scattered.

Enjoy.... 🥰

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26/01/2026

Whether you need calming or reviving we have all the massage blends for you.

Our massage oils are blended with either Sweet Almond or Grapeseed oil (for those with nut allergies) and 100% pure essential oils. We have 8 different oils blends for you to choose from and also 3 different massage waxes which are blended with Coconut oil, Sunflower Seed oil and Beeswax. Head to our website to browse our range and buy now to SAVE 20% https://tinyurl.com/yckkj3yy

sportsmassage

23/01/2026

What could be more soothing and nurturing in Winter than an aromatherapy massage? Although beneficial all year round, an aromatic massage at this time of year can be especially beneficial for combating the effects of cold weather, improving circulation, reducing aches and pains, and boosting the immune system. It can also help to boost the mood and reduce stress and "winter blues".

Browse our extensive range of pre-blended massage oils and waxes and buy now to SAVE 20%. https://tinyurl.com/yckkj3yy

*Therapist discounts will be boosted to 20% at checkout.

23/01/2026

What fab feedback for our essential oils and carriers. 😍

23/01/2026

Interesting research on Clove essential oil.

A cell-based model explored clove EO’s potential to help protect brain cells from damage linked to Parkinson’s disease. Because Parkinson’s is strongly connected to oxidative stress—an imbalance of harmful free radicals to antioxidants—researchers tested clove EO in lab-grown nerve cells commonly used to study the disease. Clove EO significantly reduced oxidative DNA damage and helped restore the cells’ own protective antioxidant systems. These findings suggest that clove EO may support brain health by strengthening natural defenses against oxidative stress, a key driver of neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41497577/

22/01/2026

A great review for our Rose Moisture Cream, Lotion and Facial Oil.

"Lovely product, lovely smell, feels good on.
I used to make my own products using Base Formula for my supplies. Although I'm no longer making my own creams, I feel that these are just as good. Loved the facial oil for mature skin, and the cream. Using the lotion, I do put a couple of drops of the oil on first, but only because I feel my skin needs the extra boost"

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22/01/2026

Our handmade aromatherapy soaps are made from 100% natural plant oils, vegetable glycerine and pure therapeutic essential oils to cleanse, moisturise and care for your skin.

Buy now to SAVE 25% on selected soaps while stocks last. https://tinyurl.com/yfx8ku7a

19/01/2026

If you believe all the hype, today is Blue Monday - supposedly the most depressing day of the year. There is absolutely no scientific evidence to back this up, and we are very much of the opinion that it is just a ‘thought,’ that has no real meaning, because – we create our own lives.

If we believe that January or Blue Monday is depressing then that is what we will live out!

In her blog, Nicole Barton sets out a sequence of little rituals to really help boost your mood this January and beyond. It involves some reflection, some self-care, perhaps a little planning, and definitely some aromatherapy essential oils to support and motivate you along the way – so, read on and flip your January into being positive and happy, even if you are feeling a little bit blue… https://tinyurl.com/4akfbfp4

16/01/2026

Nature offers us the perfect reminder that 'rest' can be beautiful in winter. Winter gives us more darkness, encouraging earlier winding down, a naturally slower seasonal pace, cosy indoor spaces that support self-care, and a sense of turning inward emotionally and spiritually. When we honour this shift rather than resist it, winter becomes less of a challenge and more of a gentle sanctuary - a time to restore, reflect, and soften.

Read Kirsty Summerbell's latest blog and try her restorative rituals to help you embrace and enjoy the dark winter nights. https://tinyurl.com/yc447ew7

14/01/2026

Did you know that our skin loses more than 25% of its ability to hold moisture in winter?

When our skin cells lose moisture and dry out, they don’t shed as quickly, which leads to a build-up of thicker, flakier skin. This skin doesn’t retain water as well as moist skin and so creates a vicious cycle of dryness. While dry skin is usually harmless, if not cared for properly, it can lead to irritation, sensitivity, and more serious problems such as atopic dermatitis (eczema) or infection if the skin becomes cracked and allows bacteria in.

So, rather than wait for those chapped lips, red noses, dry skin patches and painful cracks to occur we can proactively work to protect our skin - using aromatherapy as a preventative method as well as a cure!

Read our blog to learn how to create your own nourishing blends to keep your skin beautifully protected and moisturised all winter long. https://tinyurl.com/mt3ea2ns

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