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2024 07: Aromatherapy Newsletter July 2024

Green Valley Aromatherapy – July 2024

Dear Aromatherapy Friends,
July 2023 has been absolutely gorgeous thus far.
Our Vancouver Island Musicfest is coming up this weekend, July 14-16 and our small city is buzzing with excitement. One of our staff, who goes every year, swears by taking a small bottle of lavender hydrosol in her daypack. She uses it for a refreshing spritz during the hot afternoons, as a soothing compress for her children’s bumps and bruises and as a quick, lovely smelling hand sanitizer.
Wishing you a safe, wonderful Musicfest, weekend and July!
Aromatically Yours,
Barb Greenwood

profile on geranium essential oil

Geranium is a ‘must have’ in your ‘go to’ essential oil collection.
Geranium is a wonderful essential oil for skincare, with its antiseptic, astringent, sebum balancing properties and cell regenerating capabilities. It is effective for most skin types, from mature, devitalized skins to dermatitis and acneic conditions. It can be blended into skin creams or cleansers for daily use.
Geranium essential oil also has the reputation of being an antidepressant. It stimulates the adrenal cortex, which is primarily responsible for secreting hormones, which help to balance the production of hormones secreted by other organs (including male and female sex hormones). This is why geranium essential oil is very often recommended for PMS and menopausal problems (to help balance the production of estrogen and progesterone produced by the body). As a diuretic and lymph system stimulant, geranium is used in the treatment of cellulite and fluid retention, and it is also used as an insect repellant!

profile on empowered blend

Empowered spiritual synergy was created to help empower your journey of personal growth, combining essential oils that reduce anxiety and help regulate “female” hormones. The essential oils of Frankincense, Geranium, Patchouli, Rose Geranium & Vanilla were chosen specifically to balance the emotions, feel grounded, relax, to encourage sleep, and to help get rid of all the clutter that gets stored in your head. This creates the energy and the power to help you move on.

profile on aloe vera gel

The refreshing, soothing, healing properties of Aloe Vera in gel form! This easy-to-use product is one that should be kept on hand at home, and in your first-aid kit especially during the summer.
An excellent anti-inflammatory and humectant, aloe vera is the first choice for sunburns, heat rash and minor injuries.
Use on its own or add your preferred essential oils or hydrosols to treat your specific ailment/discomfort.
Keep in the refrigerator to extend its shelf-life and give your aches some extra-cooling relief.

eyelash booster serum

This simple lash serum is a natural way to nourish and encourage growth in your eyelashes and eyebrows.
Combine 2.5 teaspoons of Castor Oil, 1.5 teaspoons of Virgin Coconut oil & 1 teaspoon Vitamin E. Once mixed well, pour into a 25ml jar. For best results gently massage a small amount onto eyelashes/eyebrows before you go to bed. Results can take up to 3 weeks to appear.
*Note – it is not recommended to use essential oils near your eyes*

did you know?

July 16th is National Ice Cream Day! If there was ever a day to indulge in a delicious, refreshing, sweet treat, the 16th is it!
There is a vast array of flavours beyond the traditional Vanilla, Strawberry and Chocolate. Some of the more unique choices include Matcha, Lavender, Saffron, Beer, Jalapeno, Lobster and Bacon!
Wishing you a satisfyingly yummy Ice Cream Day, whether you choose an old favorite or decide to delve into uncharted ice cream territory.
“What you think, you become
What you feel, you attract
What you imagine, you create”
~ Buddha
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