Smell is the strongest sense for evoking memories. Christmas is traditionally a sensory explosion with bewitching aromas synonymous with the season, for example cinnamon, frankincense, myrrh, peppermint, vanilla, orange and cloves. Just a quick whiff of a certain scent is able to evoke memories of childhood and Christmasses past, and instantly transport us to another […]
WHAT IS AN AROMATHERAPY CANDLE? The earliest use of candles is often attributed to Ancient Egyptians, who made primitive candles by soaking reeds in animal fat. They are also the first to have discovered essential oils, using them for perfume, beauty and well being. It is known that cinnamon was often used to disguise the […]
The season of giving will soon be upon us. Looking for some cute gift ideas for friends, family, teachers, neighbours, or a range of stocking fillers? How about making them yourself? A homemade gift is something special – it shows that you took the time to create something for them, rather than just picking something […]
The first Christmas gifts What could be more synonymous with Christmas than frankincense and myrrh? We’ve all heard the story of the Three Wise Men or Magi following a star and travelling for days to present their precious offerings of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the baby Jesus – the very first Christmas gifts. Whilst […]
Are you getting enough sleep? Do you find it difficult to fall asleep? Keep waking up? The National Sleep Foundation recommends 7-9 hours of sleep per night for adults, and more for infants, children and teenagers to enable their growth and development, reducing to 7-8 hours for the over 65’s. […]
