Gaia: Essentially Aware

Healing Moon natural soaps and body care products

http://HealingMoonSoaps.gaia.com — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 17:39:20 GMT

Hello,

I am new to Zaadz and I wanted to introduce myself. My name is Marysa, I live in Lawrence, Kansas and make a line of all natural soaps and body care products called Healing Moon. All of our scents are created using pure essential oils and botanicals.

Please visit our website at:
http://healingmoonsoaps.com/

Thanks!
Marysa

Aromatherapy Basics

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 16:56:10 GMT

Thanks for the awesome information!

Here's an article on Aromatherapy Basics:

The basis of aromatherapy is the use of essential oils, the vital life essence of aromatic plants and flowers in a concentrated form.

Many plants are needed to produce even an ounce of oil -for example, 6 pounds of lavender flowers are needed to make 1 oz of oil while 300 pounds of rose petals are required for 1 oz of rose oil.

Most essential oils are obtained through steam distillation. This process involves filling large vats with plant material which is then steamed at high pressure. The hot steam causes the essential oils to be released by the plant. The oils do not dissolve in water and will float to the top. They are then skimmed from the top.

They are highly concentrated and have a unique chemical composition consisting of botanical vitamins, hormones and antibiotics.

Some essential oils relax, sedate, balance, rejuvenate, invigorate, and even enhance memory. Other beneficial propertiescan include anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-bacterial and anti-spasmodic.

The action of an essential oil on the body is holistic, combining both physical and mental aspects. Essential oils work together with all aspects of the body, strengthening rather than weakening it so that it may aid in the healing and restorative process.

Pure essential oils have a unique place in natural homes and lifestyles, providing natural alternatives to the many synthetic chemical hosehold products.

Some oils have up to 250 different components making them nearly impossible to duplicate synthetically.

The aromatic molecules of essential oils come in contact with the only part of our brain that is exposed outside our body -the olfactory bulb. This olfactory bulb, which is responsible for the sense of smell, is thousands of times more sensitive than any other sense. Scents are tied directly to the neo-cortex which is the part of the brain that processes memory and emotions and where basic drives are stimulated.

It is thought that by inhaling essential oils, we elicit responses which can promote a sense of health and well-being.

It is also believed that molecules of an essential oil also permeate the skin and are carried by the lymphatic and circulatory systems to the inner organs. Whether the oil is absorbed through the skin or inhaled, it may have therapeutic effects on the body and emotions.

Aromatherapy Safety

Ther are roughly 30 or so essential oils that are widley available and considered relatively safe.

Others are skin irritants, or toxic, while still others are abortive, or not to be used during pregnancy or on children.

When using aromatherapy for small children, always dilute the normal/adult amount by half (or more.)

The following essential oils are contraindicated during pregnancy:

Aniseed, Armois, Cornmint, Fennel, Hyssop, Cotton, Marjoram, Basil, Birch, Myrrh, Oregano, Pimenta, Racemosa, Plecanthrus, Star Anise, and Tarragon.

Because essential oils are highly concentrated, and some are known skin irritants, the safest way to use them is in diluted form.

Some are considered skin "friendly" such as lavender and tea tree oil.

Look Up Specific Essential Oils

Soaked oat breakfast recipe

http://drkatemahoney.gaia.com — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 22:44:12 GMT

My favorite breakfast these days is my Lemon Soaked Oats recipe.

In the evening before bed, in a small bowl mix 1/2 cup rolled oats, about 1/4 cup pure water, 2-3 tablespoons organic raisins and 2 drops YL lemon essential oil. Mix well, cover bowl and leave on counter overnight. In the morning you will have a tasty breakfast of lemon soaked oats, no cooking required. The sweetness of the raisins transfers to the oats as they rehydrate, so I've never needed to add sweetner.

Additional variations include adding some chopped almonds (I like unsalted best), or using golden raisins. Freshly ground flaxseeds are good when added right before eating also, as are walnuts. YL orange oil would probably be good as well, but I haven't tried that yet.

My use of oils.

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:45:15 GMT

I use Young Living oils to scent bath salts. I have used many types of oils but have not been nearly as happy with them as I have been the Young Living Oils. I intuite which oils or oil blend is optimal for the person in their salt and do a custom blend just for them.
Some of my favorite custom salts are Joy, Peace and Calming and Sandalwood & Rose with a drop of Valor. I also use bath oils in my massage therapy work by applying with mixing oil to various parts of the body as I am guided. They are also wonderful difused and also inhaled as steam when you have a sinus infection or cold. I also mix a disinfectant type blend to spray on my massage table after each client. The uses of oils are pretty endless really.

Kill Acne!!!!!

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 16:44:37 GMT

Well, when I was younger I was waging a war with acne. I mean, I probably could have one an award for how much acne I had on my face. Haha anyways, one day my acne, i mean my face, got really sunburnt and I was supposed to be lavender on it because I was one of those strange kids who actually listned to their parents. Well, I ended up putting valor on first and then shes told me its the wrong one and to put lavender on next because valor will only enhance its effects. So I did and went to bed smelling like... whatever those smells smell like. Anyways, I woke up the next morning, sumbled out of bed, and wizbang! Acne was gone.... I was still sunburnt but the acne I had for years just dissapeared over night. It was bizzare. I don't know if this will work for everyone or not but give it a shot! My sister tried it and it didn't work for her but I thought maybe it had to do with the melanin I had in my skin due to getting sunburnt.... So maybe thats another ingredient....

Re: Insect Repellent

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 23:19:01 GMT

OH WOW!!! That so ROCKS!!! I don't experience them that much here... so I've not prepped any solution for myself... makes me want to mix it just to have it on hand ... love this kind of testimonial!!!

And I couldn't agree more about the "it's SO MUCH nicer than DEET."

Very happy!

Re: Insect Repellent

Tue, 22 Aug 2006 23:12:17 GMT

Okay, testimonial time. I've been using the mosquito repellent for the past few weeks. It has been a HORRIBLE mosquito summer. Why? We've had almost NO rain. Doesn't make any sense.

Anyway, this stuff really works. I watch the buggers hover over me and then fly off. Not kidding!

On Sunday I shared some with my neighbor who's toddler was being eaten alive. I'm about to take her a printed copy of the "recipe" now, which is why I'm back here. I thought "what the heck, I should report my findings!!"

Check it out... it's SO MUCH nicer than DEET.

Di

Re: Gentle Baby™

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Sun, 28 May 2006 20:00:16 GMT

This product is also the featured product of the Children are the Future pod as I am giving away one 15ml bottle of Gentle Baby™ to one lucky pod member - however - the deadline for this giveaway is soon - June 30th. You must be a member of Children are the Future to be entered to win this product.

This is a great pod with positive intentions for our future generations of compassionate beings; go take a look… and join up!!

Blessings Abundant!
~K

Re: Gentle Baby™

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Sun, 28 May 2006 19:51:57 GMT

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Gentle Baby™

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Sun, 28 May 2006 19:49:04 GMT

Comforting, soothing, relaxing, and beneficial for reducing stress during pregnancy. It helps reduce stretch marks and scar tissue and rejuvenates the skin, improving elasticity and reducing wrinkles. It is particularly soothing to dry, chapped skin and diaper rash.

Ingredients:

Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martinii) combats candida, rashes, and scaly and flaky skin. It stimulates new cell growth, as it moisturizes and promotes healing. It is antimicrobial.

Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) has been used for centuries for skin care. It revitalizes tissue and nerves and has relaxant, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious effects.

Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) combats restlessness, insomnia, muscle tension, and inflamation.

Rose (Rosa Damascena) promotes healthy skin, reduces scarring, and promotes elasticity.

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is known as the universal oil. It is beneficial for skin conditions, such as burns, rashes, and psoriasis and prevents scarring and stretch marks.

Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) is soothing and nourishing to the skin, enhancing skin elasticity, andis antibacterial and antifungal.

Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) increases relaxation; balances male and female energies. It also restores confidence and equilibrium.

Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) is simultaneously uplifting and calming, with a unique ability to relieve anxiety, stress, and tension.

Jasmine (Jasminum officinale) is beneficial for dry, greasy, irritated, or sensitive skin.

Lemon (Citrus limon) increases microcirculation and lymphatic function. It's fragrance is stimulating, invigorating and antidepressant (Komori, et al., 1995).

Application:

Dilute 1 part EO to 1 part vegetable oil.
Possible sun sensitivity.

Diffuse or apply on location for dry skin, chapped skin or diaper rash. Apply over mother's abdomen, on feet, lower back, face, and neck areas. Dilute with vegetable oil for body massage and for applying on baby's skin.

For Pregnancy and Delivery: Use for massage throughout entire pregnancy for relieving stress and anxiety, and to prevent scarring and creating serentiy. Massage on the perineum to help it stretch for easier birthing.

Insect Repellent

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Wed, 24 May 2006 01:03:43 GMT

6 drops peppermint
6 drops tea tree
9 drops Eucalyptus radiata

This combination can be diluted 20-80 and then apply to exposed skin as needed.

Mosquito-repellent: Lemon, peppermint, Eucalyptus radiata, lemongrass.

Horse-fly repellent: Idaho tansy floral water

For the roses:

Aphids repellent: Mix 10 drops spearmint and 15 drops orange essential oils in 2 quarts salt water, shake well, and spray on plants.

Re: Memory Blend Recipe #1

Tue, 16 May 2006 15:49:26 GMT

Thanks, Kelly! I love the method with the warm towel, infused with the oils. Ahhhh.... I'll definitely have to use that one!

Re: Memory Blend Recipe #1

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Tue, 09 May 2006 16:12:36 GMT

Thank you so much for this inquiry - there are different applications and depending on what you are trying to achieve, the methods vary in effectiveness. There are various methods of inhalation that I can post for you later this week. Yes, it is true that inhalation is highly effective because it does enter your blood stream more quickly via the thin membranes in the nasal passage. One methods that is a time-honored tradition is the bowl of hot water with a few drops of essential oils (like this blend for instance) and a warm towel over the head... deep breaths in.... and WOW... amazingly powerful.

Again, I will post and send you a notice when I post about various application methods for essential oils.

Essentially at Your Service,
~K

Re: Memory Blend Recipe #1

Sun, 07 May 2006 22:23:57 GMT

Hi Kelly,
I'm sort of a novice at this. That's the main reason (other than forgetfulness - ha! ha!) I haven't ordered anything yet. So here's my (first) question: which method is most effective, a topical or inhalation? My guess would be inhalation because it gets straight into your system (thinking about meds in general here). I like the idea of topical, 'cause then I might smell good too. : )

Also, for inhalation, is that done by heating the oils over a candle and letting it waft around you (ala smudging)?

ABUSE

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Fri, 05 May 2006 04:53:09 GMT

Single Oils: Geranium, ylang ylang, sandalwood.

Blends:
Abuse Relief
Mood Lifting
Stress Reduction
Trauma
Energy Balance

(these blend recipes will be listed in the Blend Recipes board)

AGITATION

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Fri, 05 May 2006 04:51:36 GMT

Single Oils: Bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, frankincense, geranium, juniper, lavender, myrrh, marjoram, rosewood, rose, ylang ylang, sandalwood.

Blends:
Stress Reduction
Mood Lifting
Energy Balance

(these blend recipes will be listed in the Blend Recipes board)

ANGER

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Fri, 05 May 2006 04:50:02 GMT

Single Oils: Bergamot, cedarwood, Roman chamomile, frankincense, lavender, lemon, marjoram, myrrh, orange, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang.

Blends:
Emotional Release
Energy Balance
Mood Lifting
Trauma

(these blend recipes will be listed in the Blend Recipes board)

ANXIETY

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Fri, 05 May 2006 04:48:14 GMT

Single Oils: Orange, Roman chamomile, ylang ylang, lavender

Blends:
Energy Balance
Stress Reduction
Mood Lifting

(these blend recipes will be listed in the Blend Recipes board)

APATHY

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Fri, 05 May 2006 04:45:46 GMT

Single Oils: Frankincense, geranium, marjoram, jasmine, ornage, peppermint, rosewood, rose, sandalwood, thyme, ylang ylang.

Blends:
Mood Lifting
Energy Balance

(these blend recipes will be listed in the Blend Recipes board)

ARGUMENTATIVE

http://mscaprikell.gaia.com — Fri, 05 May 2006 04:44:16 GMT

Single Oils: Cedarwood, Roman chamomile, eucalyptus, frankincense, jasmine, orange, thyme, ylang ylang.

Blends:
Stress Reduction
Mood Lifting
Energy Balance
Emotional Release

(these blend recipes will be listed in the Blend Recipes board)