Candace Barnes, LMT

01/07/2026

01/01/2026

Recent study has revealed a striking connection between rose essential oil exposure and brain health in women. Participants who wore rose essential oil on their clothes for just 30 days showed a significant increase in gray matter volume across the entire brain on imaging scans. Gray matter is essential for processing information, memory, emotions, and decision-making, making this change especially meaningful for long-term cognitive and emotional health.

Researchers believe the effect is linked to how scent directly interacts with the brain’s limbic system, which governs memory, emotions, and behavior. Unlike other senses, smell bypasses many filtering pathways and reaches deep brain structures almost instantly. Continuous low-level exposure to rose aroma may stimulate neural plasticity, encouraging the growth and strengthening of brain connections.

Increased gray matter volume is associated with enhanced cognitive function, improved emotional regulation, and greater stress resilience. It is also linked to a reduced risk of neurodegenerative conditions, as brain volume loss is a common feature in disorders such as Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Participants may also benefit from improved mood stability and overall mental well-being.

What makes this finding especially compelling is its simplicity. No supplements, training programs, or lifestyle overhauls were required. Just passive exposure through clothing was enough to produce measurable brain changes. While further research is needed, this study highlights how gentle sensory inputs may quietly shape brain health, emotional balance, and cognitive resilience over time.

12/21/2025

Thank you to all of my clients and friends for supporting me through another great year of doing what I love.

Enjoy your family and allow yourselves to be present. Remember, there is nothing more precious than time. Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas!

12/14/2025

Don't forget your Christmas Gift Certificates!
I also have a few openings before Christmas.
1 Hour or 90 Minutes!

Friday 19th: 11am, 12:30pm
Monday 22nd: 10am, 11:15am
Tuesday 23rd: 11:15am, 12:45pm

12/09/2025

12/06/2025

Stop in and see us for Moonlight Madness!

Like this post, share and tag 3 people to be entered into our basket giveaways! We will draw winners at the end of the night! Get an extra entry if you like and follow the page!

12/05/2025

Prepping for Moonlight Madness! We have baskets to giveaway with some great products.

Enter to win by coming in during Moonlight Madness. You'll get extra entries by purchasing Gift Certificates, liking and following our page and tagging 3 friends!

We can't wait to see you tonight!

Candace, Daryla, Hannah Lynch and Lillian