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Aromatherapy Workshop in Sedona, Arizona

Mar 29th, 2011 by Charlotte Howard

My dear friends, Joy and Cynthia, at Stillpoint Aromatics are presenting an Aromatherapy Workshop in Sedona, Arizona. I have taken their workshop twice and it is fantastic!

Here is some information about the weekend workshop and a link to their website for more information. I highly recommend Stillpoint Aromatics Aromatherapy Workshops for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of therapeutic essential oils. For the personal and professional user.

Sedona Aromatherapy
Stillpoint Aromatic’s Aromatherapy Workshop – Level One
Friday, April 15, 2011 – Sunday, April 17, 2011

Join us for this brand new hands-on educational aromatherapy course.  We have designed this workshop to share our knowledge of how to work with pure therapeutic grade essential oils in a balanced, safe and effective way. The information in this workshop is a culmination of over 20 years of experience and intensive formal training in Aromatherapy. We look forward to you joining us for this unique, informative and fun experience!

This course is intended for anyone and everyone who has an interest in an effective, powerful and natural healing modality.  No prior knowledge of aromatherapy is needed. Our aromatherapy workshop will address the academic, practical and spiritual aspects of pure medicinal aromatherapy. Learn the way the medicine of the plant and tree kingdom works and live a vibrant, balanced, and healthy life.

Who should take this Aromatherapy Course?

Absolutely everyone!
It is our belief and knowing that all conditions (physical, mental, spiritual, or emotional) can be addressed and helped by the proper use of pure medicinal grade essential oils.  For example, essential oils can be used to assist with common conditions such as depression, stress/anxiety, thyroid and hormonal balance, high/low blood pressure, back and neck problems, arthritis and joint pain, menopause, “man”opause, digestive issues, insomnia, substance or emotional dependency and many, many more.

Aromatherapy Workshops in Sedona Arizona

Pure Medicinal Essential Oils can help:

Parents, with children, who are seeking natural alternatives with common childhood ailments such as; colds, flu, asthma, bronchitis, constipation, diarrhea, toothaches, earaches, allergies, trouble sleeping to name a few.

Pet parents who are seeking a natural alternative to common pet ailments such as; hot spots, fleas, constipation, diarrhea, separation anxiety, fear, aggression, post surgical scarring, hypo/hyper thyroidism to name a few.

All physicians (Allopathic, Naturopathic, Veterinary, Chiropractic), Nurses and Midwives:
Pure Medicinal Grade Aromatherapy can be a powerful adjunctive “medicine” in your practice.  There are over 200 essences from which to choose from to assist your patients relating to any and every dis-ease. The essences offer a powerful, yet safe alternative to pharmaceutical drugs and surgery.

Massage Therapists, Physical Therapists, Acupuncturists who wish to assist their clients with faster results and deeper healing on the physical, mental, spiritual and emotional levels. Muscle sprains or strains, tendon and bone issues, soft tissue injuries, fibromyalgia, migraines, candida, digestive issues to worry, anxiety, insomnia ( to name  few). Your clients will be able to reach their core issues more clearly and effortlessly, move through them and release them.

Yoga and Pilates Instructors, Physical Trainers who wish to assist their clients to delve deeper into themselves, their exercise practice and reach their goals faster.  The essences can help with sore muscles, tendonitis etc., as well as deepening the connection of the client to their body and breath.

Everyone who is seeking a powerful natural alternative healing modality, the essences can help you live a balanced, healthy, joyous life.   Regain your connection to your true self and mother earth and live your life to the fullest.

Aromatherapy Course Specifics:

  • What is Aromatherapy?
    Some history regarding Aromatherapy
  • Basic Chemistry  and Distillation Methods of Essential Oils
  • Effects of Essential Oils
    The physiological and emotional effects of pure essential oils.
  • Ways to Apply Essential Oils
    Non-Dilution/ Non Blending Approach to Medicinal Aromatherapy Application methods of the essences will be discussed and demonstrated, from the auricular method to the layering of cold and hot essences on the body.   Also effective blending techniques will be demonstrated and discussed.
  • A Mystery School Perspective on Aromatherapy
    You will experience some profound essential oil meditations during the weekend. These are intended to invite and allow you to connect with the “heart and soul” of the oils and go deeper into the plant and tree kingdom.
  • Energetics and Aromatherapy
    The chakras (energy system) are addressed in relationship to the Essential Oils. A variety of essential oils specifically to help balance each Chakra will be discussed.  You will also experience a guided chakra journey using the oils..
  • Toxicity Myths and Truths Regarding Essential Oils
  • Massage & Essential Oils
    Essential oils commonly used in massage sessions and the benefits of incorporation of essential oils into your massage session will be discussed.
  • Exercises, Demonstrations,
    “Hands-on” experiential activities are weaved throughout the weekend.
  • Exposure to Over One hundred sixty five(165) Essential Oils

VISIT www.stillpointbalance.com/workshop for more information.

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Aromatherapy Necklace – The Amphora

Feb 19th, 2011 by Charlotte Howard

The Lovely Amphora Aromatherapy Necklace!

amphora aromatherapy necklaces

The Beautiful Amphora Aromatherapy Necklace

This miniature ceramic replica of an amphora is inspired by ancient Greek and Roman earthenware storage vessels. It is porous clay on the inside and glazed on the outside with no lid. It is usually hung around the neck on a cord or ribbon. This petite amphora aromatherapy necklace gets “seasoned” with your personal blend of essential oils on the inside and on the handles. The clay absorbs your favorite essences and the aromas diffuse from the bottle throughout the day by body heat and evaporation. Once the amphora is seasoned, it takes fewer drops of essential oils to “reactivate” its scent. I recommended using thin (viscosity), clear essential oils with this type of jewelry since the clay is white and may discolor with darker, thicker oils. Using pure essential oils in your amphora can soothe your emotions, inspire creativity, boost concentration, help clear your sinuses, and more. Try citrus, lavender, eucalyptus, rosemary,  or fir essential oils in your amphora for a natural, aromatic lift every time to wear your aromatherapy necklace!

Amphora Aromatherapy Pendant

Floral Amphora Aromatherapy Pendant

To use, add 5-7 drops of your favorite essential oil inside the amphora and on the handles. Let the first set of drops absorb into the clay. Then apply a second round of drops to your desired aromatic intensity. You may find that you are creating a lovely, personalized blend of essential oils – a blend that will mature into a personalized, healing essence that is uniquely yours. Add more drops daily as needed to saturate the inside of the bottle. There should not be pourable essential oils in the bottle. If you want several personalized blends, you may want several necklaces. Or, lay your amphora in the sun and let the oils completely evaporate from the vessel and start over with a new blend.

Pictured: Floral Amphora Aromatherapy Necklace

See all of our Beautiful Amphora Aromatherapy Necklaces

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Using an Aromatherapy Diffuser for Colds with Pain

Jan 31st, 2011 by Charlotte Howard

Cold and Flu season is upon us in the winter-time and my family did not escape unfortunately. They did, however, not have very severe illnesses and they were very short lived. They might have missed one or two days of school, not 5 or 7 like many people we know. So, I thought I’d share with you what essential oils and herb teas we used that may have helped us cruise through the season pretty well.

H2EO Aromatherapy Diffuser

H2EO Aromatherapy Diffuser

First of all, we used an Electric Aromatherapy Diffuser, the Spa Mist and the H2EO Diffuser. These 2 units use water with the essential oils and a strong diffusing action, sending the healing essential oils with the water into the air as a vapor. They do not use heat. The water vapor also adds moisture to the room, which is helpful in the winter-time.

We placed the diffuser right next to the sick person – on the bedside table when they were lying down, or on the table next to the couch if that was where they were resting. We did this during the day and all night long. When the diffuser ran low on water, we simply added more water and more essential oils.

Spa Mist Aromatherapy Diffuser

Spa Mist Aromatherapy Diffuser

Our symptoms included congestion, excess mucous, headaches, sore throat, and sinus pain. The therapeutic essential oils we used for this were Plai North East, Ravintsara, and Helichrysum gymnocephalum, and probably Lemon or Lavender for their sweet scents (and therapeutic value).  What was remarkable about this combination was the rapid pain relief. Sore throats and sinus pain were GONE overnight! And, the colds themselves were over within a couple more days.

I also prepared herb teas for my kids, which means they had to be tasty. I brewed 1 cup of Mullein flowers in one quart of water for 1/2 hour with honey, and strained it with a paper coffee filter. This is important! The filter gets all the fine hairs out of the tea that would otherwise irritate. Irritation is not good when you are trying to heal. The other kid-friendly tea I make when my kids are sick is Elder Berry tea. I brew 1/2 cup of the dried berries in a quart of water for about an hour or so with 2 cinnamon sticks and honey. Both of these teas taste very good and really help my children feel better fast. I get my bulk organic herbs at www.bestherbsforhealth.com.

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Aromatherapy Jewelry – Beautiful and Practical

Jan 28th, 2011 by Charlotte Howard

I just got in some beautiful pieces of Aromatherapy Jewelry and I just had to show them off. That’s all I am going to do. I just love them! They are one-of-a-kind so if you want one, get it before somebody else does. (Or, before I decide to keep them for myself!)

Aromatherapy Jewelry: Pink Charms and Fetish

Aromatherapy Necklace with Abalone Shell Bird

Aromatherapy Necklace: Green Crystal Spiral

Aromatherapy Clip On: Beach Fun!

Aromatherapy Necklace: Magical Waters Amphora Diffuser

Aromatherapy Necklace: Elegant Silver and Crystal

Aromatherapy Necklace: Elegant Black Crystal

Aromatherapy Jewelry - Adorable Clip-on Watch

Aromatherapy Necklace: Fairy Inspiration

Aromatherapy Necklace: Purple Rain Magic

Aromatherapy Necklace: Earth Goddess Amphora Diffuser

Aromatherapy Necklace: Purple Passion

Aromatherapy Necklace: Sterling Silver, Pink Delicacy

Aromatherapy Necklace: Cubic Zirconia with Mini Essential Oil Bottle

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Aromatherapy for Depression and the Winter-time Blues

Jan 27th, 2011 by Charlotte Howard

A friend of mine called yesterday. As we chatted, I asked her how she was feeling these days. She had some health problems since falling and breaking her arm. She started crying and said she was really depressed. I asked if she was trying any essential oils for her sadness. She said no. So, I suggested she try some citrus essences. In the winter time especially, crisp, sweet citrus essential oils like Grapefruit, Lime, Tangerine, Lemon, or Orange are wonderful essences for the Blues. Their refreshing aromas instantly lift the spirits and may bring about memories of summertime, fresh delicious fruit, sunshine, childhood, and smiles. The citrus oils should be used in an Electric Aromatherapy Diffuser. Fill up your Ultrasonic Aromatherapy Diffuser with water and add 5 drops of your favorite citrus essential oils. Turn it on and enjoy the healing vapors.

I also mentioned Rose Essential Oil, in case she was in serious need of self-love – the kind of self-appreciation love, the “Yes I deserve it” kind of loving respect for one’s self. Rose is expensive, but powerful. One drop goes a long way. Use it in a massage or added to a carrier oil or fixative to rub on your neck and wrists.  Rose, the Queen of flower essential oils, is precious. She will encourage you to love, be loved, and act loving. What a treat! If you are thinking about Rose, it just might mean that you NEED her.

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Aromatherapy Diffusers for the Christmas Season

Nov 1st, 2010 by Charlotte Howard

The holidays are fast-approaching! Aromatherapy diffusers make lovely and unique Christmas gifts. We have gorgeous Silver, Gold, and Red Leaf  Mosaic-Glass Aromatherapy Diffusers here.

Some traditional, warming, essential oils to go with your Aroma Lamp gift are:

Frankincense
Myrrh
Pine
Fir Balsam
Bay Laurel
Cinnamon
Sweet Orange
Clove
Nutmeg
Tamala

Complete your gift with a box of natural, beeswax tealight candles. This aromatherapy gift is perfect for a beginner or advanced aromatherapy enthusiast.

They will TREASURE IT! I promise!

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Aromatherapy Inspiration for a 10 Year Old Boy

Oct 28th, 2010 by Charlotte Howard

I sometimes wonder what a 10-year old boy would like to smell in his diffuser. The other day, I bought some really nice aromatherapy soaps. My son just loved the bar of Bergamot-Lime. So, we decided together to try the blend in the aromatherapy diffuser in his bedroom. We placed 4 drops each of the Bergamot and Lime Essential Oils in the water dish and lit the candle. He loved it. He has always been a fan of Lime Essential Oil (because it smells like sherbet!).

Whenever someone is attracted to a certain aroma, I sometimes then look up the therapeutic qualities of the oil, to see if it is a good match for what that person might be needing in their physical or emotional life. Bergamot Essential Oil helps one to “relax and let go” according to Gabriel Mojay (Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit), and Lime can be used to “awaken”. Both essential oils are perfect for my son as he navigates through his childhood with his issues and gifts.

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Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil for Pre-Game Jitters

Sep 25th, 2010 by Charlotte Howard

My lovely daughter, who is 11, has a soccer game today. She plays defense and goalie, and has a very powerful kick. Strong legs! However, she is worried that if the other team scores, no one will like her anymore. Poor thing. She is probably too sweet to play this game too much longer. But we will get through the season and do the best we can, of course. So, this morning I placed 10 drops of Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil and 3 drops Thyme Geraniol Essential Oil in her pretty soapstone aromatherapy diffuser. Why? To me, pink grapefruit is all about being light-hearted. Its perky, fun, refreshing frangrance can’t help but lighten the mood. And the Thyme Geraniol is for courage, which she will need today to play this game. This chemotype of thyme has a citrusy aroma and doesn’t smell like culinary thyme at all. It blends beautifully with the grapefruit. She will enjoy the blend in her room for about an hour as she gets ready to go. I’ll let you know if it works.

Update: I asked my daughter in the car on the way to the game how she was doing and she said, “I’m not worried about it.”  She was very relaxed in the game, scored the first goal, and her team WON! Wohoo! (Love these oils!)

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Diffusing Thyme Essential Oils for Courage

Sep 9th, 2010 by Charlotte Howard

The courage to say “No”. I am writing this post as a woman small business owner. Saying “No” to business is a risky thing to do these days, and it takes courage. It is also essential if what is at stake is your own sanity.

Thyme is the herb associated with courage and has been used for thousands of years. During the days of Chivalry, maidens would embroider a bee hovering over a sprig of Thyme as a symbol of bravery and courage for their Knights before they rode off to battle. 

I found two theories about how Thyme got the name we use today. It is believed that the ancient Greeks used a derivative of the Greek word “Thymos”, meaning “to fumigate” or “to perfume”, perhaps because she was used as incense for various reasons. The second possibility for naming also comes from a Greek word “Thymus”, which means courage.

In my office today, I lit a candle under my water-filled bowl on my favorite diffuser and added 6 drops of Thyme Linalool essential oil, 5 drops of Thyme Geraniol, and 2 drops of Melissa (for sweetness). It is a potent and powerful mix to support me and the courageous business decisions that need to be made today.

What else makes Thyme such an important essential oil that simply must be in your medicine chest?

You would not believe how incredible this modest little herb actually is! It is:

  • Antimicrobial
  • Anti-septic
  • Anti-virus
  • Ant-infectious
  • Antibiotic
  • Anti-fungal
  • Anti-parasitic
  • Immune Stimulant
  • Analgesic (pain relief)
  • Anti-depressant
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antispasmodic
  • Cough suppressant
  • Diuretic
  • Deodorant
  • Expectorant
  • Styptic
  • Astringent (shrink or constrict body tissues)
  • Diaphoretic (induces sweating, perspiration)
  • Carminative (anti-gas)
  • Nervine: sedative and tonic
  • Rubefacient
  • Aromatic

Amazing isn’t it? It can assist upper and lower respiratory, skin, nervous system, immune system, digestive, reproductive, and emotional/spiritual issues. I am a BIG FAN of Thyme!

Magical Uses of Thyme (according to
A Druid’s Herbal for the Sacred Earth Year)

Thyme is a house blessing herb and when used as incense, encourages health.

Thyme is an herb of Protection. Sprinkling Thyme infused water around entrances to your home will repel thieves. She will also attract customers to your place of business.

A bowl of Thyme leaves left exposed in a room will dispel melancholy and bring joy.

Rub it on your skin or carry sprigs for protection in crowds.

Thyme will mend quarrels among lovers.

Sprinkle Thyme water over your mate when sleeping to ensure fidelity.

Add Thyme to power bundles and love spells.

Use in rituals for purification, and to ease transitions in rites of initiation.

She brings courage, wards off nightmares, and enhances psychic powers.

Prepare a footbath using Thyme to wash away the sorrows of the past.

As an herb of Venus she bestows sensitivity, inspiration, and charm. Venus opens the secrets of the plant kingdom and strengthens connection with ancient nature religions.

Thyme is also an herb of the Sun. This strengthens ego, enhances personal will to manifest one’s divine purpose. Generosity, dignity, self-reliance and self-esteem are enhanced.

– To me, Thyme brings a lovely type of courage. A balanced, thoughtful, feminine, healing courage that is refreshingly different from the crushing, defeating courage many people think of today.

You can purchase many different chemotypes of Thyme Essential Oils here, if you like.

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Ylang Ylang Extra Essential Oil for Stressed Out Moms

Sep 8th, 2010 by Charlotte Howard

This is one of my biggest secrets. Many people only think of Ylang Ylang as an aphrodisiac. Actually, Ylang Ylang has many therapeutic actions. I use one drop of Ylang Ylang Extra Essential Oil on my heart every morning, because it makes me feel more loving. I do this for my children, because it helps me be a better Mom -  kinder, gentler, more compassionate. Just one drop is all you need. I prefer the Extra because it seems a little less heavy than the Complete. You can also put a few drops in an aromatherapy diffuser to soften up the atmosphere for everyone. I like blending it with Bergamot Essential Oil in the diffuser (try 3 drops each). Ylang Ylang essential oil is a sedative and helps with insomnia. So, using a diffuser at bedtime with a couple drops of Ylang Ylang and maybe 2-3 drops of Palo Santo essential oil makes perfect sense. It relaxes and eases away the tensions of the day. What Mom doesn’t need help with that?

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