Good Tip (Aromatherapy)

Citrus Essential Oils have a shelf life of 6 months. But, this can be extended to a year when kept in the Fridge. Note, essential oils should be stored in a cool, dry and dark place.

Also, very few essential oils should ever be used neat (without mixing). Essential Oils are always mixed in Carrier Oils (which are vegetable oils) including: Sunflower, Safflower, Jojoba, Grapeseed...these oils can go rancid, and should be stored in a cool dark place. They last up to a year when kept in the fridge.

Foot Pampering!

I had to add on to my previous post...this tidbit is to good not too share! Afterwards, I rubbed my feet down with Burt's Bee's Peppermint Foot Lotion, and then put on cotton socks. My feet have been tingling ever since!

Foot Soak

Today, it felt like a good day to pamper my feet! As we speak I am sitting in a foot soak that I made for myself. I recently picked up the book Organic Body Care Recipes by Stephanie Tourles. First, I did an at home facial steam. Today, I am soaking my feet. I adapted a recipe that she has for callouses to make my own foot soak.

I ran hot water into my foot tub (which I cleaned with sea salt and water before hand). I have a container where I store marbles and sea shells for foot soaks. So, I added the shells and the marbles to the sea salt and water for a cleansing. Mixed around all the above, then dumped the water. Next, I filled the tub with hot water (I added one drop peppermint and lemon essential oil to the soak). Then, I set my foot pumice stone on the table next to where I am soaking my feet, to use after the soak. Then, I filled a cup with half a cup baking soda and half a cup sea salt.

I then set the tub beneath my chair. Sat down and immersed my feet into the foot bath. Added the baking soda and sea salt, and mixed everything together with my feet.

When I am done with the foot soak, I am going to rub my feet down with a pumice stone. Rub in a foot lotion, and then put on cotton socks.

Enjoy!

(p.s. if you don't have lemon and peppermint essential oils then omit)

Dream, Love, Believe... ~JYN

Rose Essential Oil

As a person who unfortunately suffers from PMS and menstrual cramps, I have began to place four drops of Rose Otto essential oil in the tub the week leading up to and while I am on my period. Rose essential oil is associated with the uterus and relieving PMS symptoms, menstrual cramps, promoting regular periods, and a healthy uterus.

Dream. Love, Believe... ~JYN

Lavender Essential Oil

I was reading the the book The Aromatherapy Bible today and came across a section that tells you your signature scent according to your zodiac sign. I was pleasantly surprised when Lavender was listed as Virgo's scent. Maybe this explains why I am so drawn to this Herb and also the color purple!

Tonight's Full Moon

Tonight we have not only a full moon...but also a lunar eclipse at 8:55pm.

Coraline

I had to read Neil Gaiman's Coraline in an Adolescent Literature class that I took while working on my Master's. I became a Gaiman fan, engrossed in his dark tale. Gaiman's Coraline is chilling, humorous, suspenseful, and creative.

Therefore, when I found out that Tim Burton was bringing this book to the big screen in 3-D I was there!

Now comes the DVD! I was not sure how the movie would translate to my home theater, and I have to say that I really enjoyed it. At home, I was able to pick up on more of the 3-D details within the animation on the small screen.

Next up, I am excited for Tim Burton's remake of Alice in Wonderland with Johnny Deep as the Mad Hatter!

Inspirational Quote (Something to Ponder)

From The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success (A Pocketbook Guide to Fulfilling Your Dreams)  by Deepak Chopra

"We need a more spiritual approach to success and to affluence, which is the abundant flow of all good things to us.  In Spiritual terms, success is measured by how efficiently, how effortlessly we co-create with the universe.  Hard work, struggle, and frustration are the opposite of what the ancient sages taught; they knew that the spirit lies at the source of all achievement in life."

As I embark on this journey of starting and running my own business, I keep the above words in mind.  Each day, I try and set aside a time to meditate.  Clearing  my mind of the everyday stress and focusing on my inner voice and guide.  I can get overwhelmed with the logistics of getting my name and brand out to the world.  However, at the end of the day I just have to believe in myself.  I trust that the time and the effort that I am putting into coming up with ideas and products, will in the end pay off.  

Right now my business is in the initial stages, and I am uncertain of the road that lies ahead.  I am working and pushing towards living my dreams! As life unfolds, I shall see what happens...

Dream, Love, Believe... JYN

Lavender

I have been in my garden a lot recently, weeding and planting.  At the nurseries, I have really been drawn to Lavender. This herb is great because of its calming effects, that is why it is such a favorite in aromatherapy.  I have always used Lavender essential oil in the tub (a few drops) allows you to relax, soaking in the scent.

Another tip, a drop of Lavender essential oil rubbed into each temple relieves headaches.  I used this tip the other night and it really helped (hopefully no more Tylenol!).  Fi

Nereids' Enchantments

Hello All,

I have decided to link a blog to my official business page.  I actually created this blog sometime ago BUT never made it public.  Today, I have decided to delete all posts and start from scratch.  I want this blog to grow alongside my business (Nereids' Enchantments), which I have not yet officially launched, but I am in the process of putting together.  This blog will include a bit of everything.  From what is on my mind at the time, politics, entertainment, tips on gardening, herbs, essential oil scents and uses, to much more.  I have wanted to maintain a blog for quite some time, so now I figure there is no better time than the present.