What Makes Our
Products Unique?
Our balms and
soaps are completely handcrafted into carefully designed blends by a Certified
Aromatherapist and Herbologist. The blend of essential oils in each balm or
soap is especially prepared to ease a particular ailment or have a certain
effect. While there are many scented soaps and balms on the market, most do not
have the level of knowledge and attention to detail that ours do.
What should
the balms be used for?
The specific
use for each balm can be found in its product description. The aromatherapy
balms can be applied to the skin, similar to a solid perfume, or their scent
can be inhaled directly from the container. The complexion balms, such as Zit
Zapper and Glow, are mainly designed to applied to skin as you would any face
or hand cream. These complexion balms use essential oils less for the scent and
more the physical effect they have on the skin. All of our balms are
moisturizing and can be applied to the skin, but it is recommended that you
perform a spot test before applying to larger areas of the body to ensure there
are no adverse reactions.
Why should I
have a consultation done?
If you would
like to make changes to your lifestyle or are looking for a more natural cure
to an ailment, then you are a perfect candidate for a consultation. Laina
Poulakos has extensive knowledge in Aromatherapy and Herbology and would love
to share it with you. Her personal journey can be read about in the "About Us" section of our site.
What is Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy
is the use of plants’ oils, which we call essential oils. These oils are full
of beneficial properties to help with our physical and psychological well
being. They have numerous medicinal uses; they can uplift the mood or soothe
body ailments. Essential oils can be inhaled into the body where they encourage
cellular renewal, enhance emotions, and rejuvenate the spirit. When inhaled,
the molecules of the oil carry in the aroma where it penetrates the bloodstream
through the lungs. This causes a physiological change in the limbic area of the
brain; this area is the oldest part of our brain and is related to emotions and
memories. Essential oils can also beneficial when applied topically and diluted
with a carrier oil. Aromatherapy is very beneficial to add to one’s way of
life.
What is Herbalism?
Herbalism
is the use of plants and their parts for medicinal purposes. This
includes the study of the plant and its healing properties. The use of plant as
medicine has been used for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptian used
to give there slaves garlic to keep them from getting sick. There are
over 300,00 species of plants that we have identified and many more to
discover. They are rich in active compounds that can have a profound effect on
human systems. The herbal medicine cabinet is full of wonderful plants
that can be useful for so many aliments. From killing bacteria, to
relaxing the mind,and reducing inflammation. Some herbs even have a stimulating
effect. Others can activate the bodies own immune system to help fight of
illness. There are so many ways to use herbs in capsule, and teas,
extracts, and essential oils. The power in plants are amazing.
Natures medicine cabinet is full of natural helpers.
Can I have a customized blend prepared for me?
Yes, Laina can make a balm with a custom blend just for you. Contact us for pricing and more information.
Can I use these products on my pets?
All of our products are made from simple, natural ingredients, but we strongly recommend contacting us directly for a custom blend for your pet. We can create blends for dogs and cats to treat anxiety, skin issues, ear troubles and more.