Geranium essential oil/hydrosol
Geranium Bourbon (Pelargonium graveolens) Geranium is produced in several countries but that coming from the Reunion Islands is far superior in fragrance and complexity. The…
5 ‘Must-have’ Essential Oils (or Hydrosols) for Animals
I have 60 plus different essential oils to choose between when working with animals. But this is, even in my eyes, way more than you…
Frankincense essential oil, mini profile
Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) This is one essential oil that we have all heard of! Since ancient times it has been considered precious and it is…
Autumnal notes on cypress
I can’t believe it’s already the middle of October! But here it is, autumn is upon us. That time of soft melancholy and heartbreaking beauty.…
Which essential oils should I start with?
So many aromatics, so little time! The world of essential oils and aromatic extracts is full of exciting possibilities. When we first start out it…
Lentisk essential oil/hydrosol
Lentisk Pistacia lentiscus Commonly known as mastic or lentisk, this large shrub/small tree is widespread around the Mediterranean basin, Iberian peninsula and most famously Crete.…
Animal PsychAromatica and Laminitis: A student’s case study with essential oils
Animal PsychAromatica is a powerfully effective wellness system, based on reducing the stresses in an animal’s life, so that he/she can return to health. Allowing…
Support the Earth element with wild carrot seed
It’s the same every year. Suddenly the light shifts from the burning clarity of high summer, to a more mellow yellow tone. It’s the colour…
Hypericum Hydrosol: Calms & Cools
Ancient Art It is Midsummer, and I’m writing this as I sit beside my cauldron distilling St John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum). I feel delightfully connected…