Writing Inspired by Nature

Lilith and the Worm Moon: Archetypes, Poetry, and Essential Oils for Rest and Inner Awakening

This year, as late winter sulked and sank in its usual heavy, water‑logged way, I found myself embracing this inevitable seasonal threshold; the time when “stirring beneath the surface” begins, when deep‑Yin feminine energy wakes and generates the first impulse toward awareness. This is Worm Moon time: sap rising inside

Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica), the endangered conifer whose wood is steam‑distilled for essential oil.

Atlas Cedar Essential Oil

Cedar’s Medicine for a Deep Winter Season Deep winter has a way of slowing everything down — the body, the mind, the pace of life. This year, I’ve been living inside that deep‑yin stillness more than usual. The death of our beloved dog Nikki, an urgent health diagnosis for someone

Rhododendron_anthopogon_subsp._hypenanthum_'Annapurna'

Rhododendron Essential Oil: Nepal’s Frankincense

Rhododendron Anthopogon: Tranquil Resilience from Himalayan Peaks Rhododendron essential oil is obtained via steam or hydro distillation from the aerial parts of Rhododendron anthopogon; its leathery leaves being the most aromatic part of the plant. Also called “Sunpati” in its native Nepal, this short, evergreen shrublet is categorized into the

Yarrow Essential Oil

Beloved Yarrow. Its history is intertwined with human civilizations and the Earth’s ecology. From “the old English “gearwe” (which morphed to “Yarrow”) to casting its dried stalks as part of I ‘Ching divination, it has been a protective green ally spanning physical and spiritual healing over centuries and across cultures

Combava Essential Oil and Its Holistic Aromatherapy Applications

Common Name: Combava | Latin Binomial: Citrus hystrix This article focuses on the essential oil derived from Combava (Citrus hystrix) leaves, known for its purifying, cleansing, and protective qualities. Discover the key therapeutic benefits, distinctive characteristics (its personality), and aromatherapy blending ideas. Exploring Combava Essential Oil: Its Origin and Various

Biolage Signature Fragrance. Image courtesy of Biolage.

Luxurious Aromatherapy Body Oil Inspired by Biolage

Earlier this month I had the pleasure of partnering with Biolage as a part of their self-care week series. Living in NYC has many perks, one of them being how I was able to share the power of aromatherapy at Biolage’s NYC studio for our Instagram Live session! I had

Green Myrtle Essential Oil

Grace, demure, gentle, alluring, joyful. Who’s that about? Of course I’m describing Green Myrtle’s essence! Just looking at Myrtle’s flowers may spark immense joy and coax bright smiles! Notice how its flower’s stamens delicately fluff out like fireworks! Sure, Myrtle may seem showy at first glance, but it doesn’t show

Discovering the Beauty Benefits of Rose Oil for Skin: A Natural Toner and Moisturizer

In the vast universe of natural skincare, Rose Oil, specifically Rosa x damascena or Rose Otto, is a bellwether of holistic beauty. Distilled from the petals of the Damascus rose, Rose Otto essential oil embodies the perfect harmony of nature’s power and gentleness. Together, let’s delve into the heart of

Close Up of freshly picked Patchouli leaves.

Patchouli: The Scent of the ’60s and Its Modern Revival in Aromatherapy

Patchouli, with its rich, earthy aroma, is often nostalgically remembered as the quintessential scent of the 1960s – a symbol of free-spiritedness, peace, and love. However, this distinctive essential oil, distilled from the dried, cured and lightly fermented leaves of Pogostemon cablin, a mint family member, has transcended its historical

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