LOTUS OIL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The lotus plant is native to Asia, Persia, North Africa and Oceania, although it is now cultivated in water gardens all over the world. The plant is considered sacred in many cultures. An integral part of Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, its unique blooming pattern saw it become the symbol of the […]
ROSE OIL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The rose, also known as Queen of the Garden and the flower of heaven has been used since ancient times for its therapeutic properties. The oldest records we have show that they were known to man over 5000 years ago, and fossils prove that they have existed for more than 40 […]
VIOLET OIL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Violet has been used for thousands of years for both it’s flavouring and its therapeutic properties. It is believed that violet was first cultivated by the Ancient Greeks in 500 BC, who made it the symbol of Athens and used it extensively in food recipes, wine, love potions and medicine. Medieval […]
LAVENDER OIL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION When you think of lavender, the picture that most likely comes to mind is common lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia), also known as English lavender. Despite the name it is not native to England and was introduced there by the Romans, and instead originated from the Mediterranean region, northeast Africa, and southwestern Asia. […]
With summer about to burst onto the scene, we can finally get excited about our summer vacation, particularly after the disruption to travel over the past couple of years. Although travelling may be exciting, it can also be stressful on the nerves and body, what with travel delays, anxiety regarding flying or visiting a new […]
Since man first walked the earth, he relied on Nature to provide health and beauty care. Traditional remedies, now known as “folk law” were passed through the generations. Yet many of these ancient remedies have stood the test of time and are still in use today. They are the backbone of Chinese and Ayurveda folk […]
Steaming is an excellent way to take your skincare regime up a notch for the summer. Although facial steaming would be a welcome addition to a beauty regime at any time, it is particularly beneficial during the summer months. Warmer weather means that the pores are generally more open, and thus have an increased likelihood […]
It won’t be long before spring transcends into summer. What can be better than being outdoors in the warm days and evenings, enjoying time with friends and family, maybe having a picnic or BBQ. Perhaps you’re already enjoying warmer spring weather. But there’s a menace lurking to destroy these happy times, and not just one […]
So, this year you actually stuck to your New Year’s resolution to lose weight. You’ve diligently followed your diet, upped your exercise regime, and yet summer is fast approaching and those extra pounds just aren’t budging quick enough, or you’ve hit deadlock and nothing more is moving. Dieting and exercise is all very well, and […]
Spring has arrived, and it’s time for the traditional “spring clean” – a ritual that has its place in most cultures and religions. It’s a time to thoroughly clean your entire home, including mattresses, carpets and upholstery which you wouldn’t generally do on a weekly or even monthly basis. After spending more time inside our […]
