DIY Anti-Aging Butter

DIY Anti-aging Butter

I can’t believe, it’s already September and our beautiful summer slipped away quicker than I realized with gradually getting shorter day light, crisper nights, and kids back to school after their summer break. Similarly, as we get older, our skin ages naturally, showing wrinkles, age spots and dryness depending on variety of factors; loss of collagen and elasticity, our life style, heredity, diet, pollution, sun damage. Transitions are always difficult. Just like we never want to lose our loved ones, we (especially women) don’t want to lose our glowing skin and youthful beauty. Read More…

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Anxiety and Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy and Anxiety

Today is the symbolic Monday of  Labor day weekend, which typically means, end of summer is upon us. That is, winding down from summer craziness of traveling – camping – hiking – back yard parties – beaches – park rides, and for most of the students, start of new school year after a long summer break. For many, all this could be a cause of anxiety.
Anxiety is a general feeling of apprehension, eg: reaching school on time, new class mates, new teachers, home-work, etc. Many studies have shown the usefulness of Essential Oils in alleviating anxiety. Since centuries, Essential Oils have been utilized in cosmetics, fragrances, healing, health remedies, and as an antiseptic. These Essential Oils are natural, concentrated extracts taken from the roots, leaves, seeds, bark, or blossoms of plants and should be diluted for a safe topical application following an expert advice and all safety rules. Read More…

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