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Everything You Need To Know About Citrus Essential Oils
Posted by Ange Swan on November 30th 2018
CITRUS ESSENTIAL OILS – The next time that you eat a fresh orange, take a portion of the peel and squeeze it in half ensuring that the colourful side of the peel is on the outside, you’ll notice that the rind squirts a tiny quantity of an aromatic fluid. That fluid is the essential oil.
FRANKINCENSE ESSENTIAL OIL
Posted by Ange Swan on October 31st 2018
Frankincense is an essential oil that has been in demand since ancient times. From the Ancient Egyptians to traditional Chinese Medicine, Frankincense has an array of benefits which make it a wonderful addition to any treatment. It has a sweet and spicy scent that adds a freshening note to any blend. STRESS RELIEF Frankincense
Rose Essential Oil, All You Need To Know!
Posted by Ange Swan on September 21st 2018
Rose essential oil has an unmistakable intoxicating aroma, it’s rich, sweet and flora. But aside from the unmissable aroma, it has a number of benefits on both the body and the mind
Perfecting Your Hair with Natural Products
Posted by Ange Swan on December 18th 2017
High street hair care products can be full of synthetic chemicals that strip the natural oils from your hair and inadvertently dull your natural shine! That’s why it’s worth switching to a natural hair care routine to unlock your locks’ true potential! This week, our professional Aromatherapist, Olivia, has let us in on some easy, inexpensive
The Health Benefits Of Frankincense Essential Oil
Posted by Ange Swan on November 29th 2017
Frankincense is a woody, earthy, spicy and slightly fruity aroma is both calming and relaxing and is known for its comforting properties while being useful for visualising, helping induce a feeling of mental peace and relaxation and a relief for anxiety, anger and stress.
Tips and Recipes For Natural Face Masks
Posted by Ange Swan on November 4th 2017
The truth about face masks. Why you should use them, how often and how to make your very own at home!
Warming Essential Oils For Colder Months
Posted by Ange Swan on October 29th 2017
Essential oils can awaken your dulled senses and lift your spirits during the gloomy weather, and since many of them are antibacterial and antiviral they can help fight off winter ailments too. This is where aromatherapy becomes the perfect tonic for the winter season.
What You Need To Know About Sodium Lauryl Sulphate
Posted by Ange Swan on September 27th 2017
Did you know that on average woman adds more than 200 chemicals to their skin daily, and more than 60% of these chemicals get absorbed directly into the bloodstream. Combine this with chemicals found in hair and body care products, such as sodium lauryl sulphate, and it’s no wonder why more people are searching for
The Power of Neroli Essential Oil
Posted by Ange Swan on August 1st 2017
Rejuvenating, relaxing and restoring, there’s no denying neroli essential oil has a beautiful scent. But what really lies behind the power of this fragrant oil? Produced from the flowers of the bitter orange tree, also know as the Seville orange. Both calming and uplifting, neroli’s main effect, in the long run, is relaxation and is one of the
This Is Why You Should Be Using Facial Oils
Posted by Ange Swan on June 24th 2017
Today’s wave of eco-conscious beauty has sparked a surge of interest in facial oils
Using Natural Remedies To Help You Sleep
Posted by Ange Swan on May 30th 2017
As the evenings get lighter, you or a family member might be finding it more difficult to drift off to sleep. I know I struggle to nod off while the sun’s still out and the birds are singing and more often than not get woken up early next morning as that one tiny gap I
Using Essential Oils To Help During Exam Time
Posted by Ange Swan on April 27th 2017
Why not utilise the powers of essential oils to help calm the mind and aid concentration during exam time?
Creating the perfect massage routine at home
Posted by Ange Swan on March 12th 2017
Not everyone can regularly fit a professional massage into their routine, but massage has invaluable benefits that should be included in a healthy lifestyle. These include improving circulation, relaxing muscles, aiding digestion and ridding the body of toxins, not to mention the mental calming it brings. This week, Olivia will be telling you how to
Why You Should Use Natural Deodorants
Posted by Ange Swan on February 15th 2017
As somebody with sensitive and eczema prone skin, I’ve always struggled to find a gentle deodorant. For a while, a high street brand may be absolutely fine but this can quickly change and I can develop an allergic reaction. For this reason, I decided to experiment with numerous natural deodorants. After speaking to Oleo’s founder
GERANIUM ESSENTIAL OIL – All You need to know
Posted by Ange Swan on January 29th 2017
This week professional Aromatherapist, Olivia, is paying special attention to a vital essential oil in the Oleo range, Geranium. The magic qualities of Geranium should be utilized in everyone’s skincare routine as its wide array of properties make it suitable for all skin types! FRAGRANT: Geranium essential oil has a powerful, sweet, green, floral smell
ESSENTIAL OILS AND ECZEMA
Posted by Ange Swan on March 24th 2015
This week’s blog comes from Oleo convert, Mary, who reveals why essential oils and Oleo have helped keep her eczema at bay. Eczema can be an extremely uncomfortable and troublesome condition. As a sufferer myself, I know how frustrating an unexplained flare up can be. For months I can be eczema free, then one day,
Stress Relief with Essential Oils
Posted by Ange Swan on March 18th 2015
From time to time we can all experience stress and anxiety. Our busy lives can stop us taking a moment to step back, relax and look after our mental, as well as physical, health. Untreated stress can lead to an array of health problems on top of effecting your mood, so implementing an effective stress
Oleo’s Top 6 Anti-ageing oils for Beautiful Skin
Posted by Ange Swan on March 3rd 2015
The beauty industry bombards us with ads for youth potions, scientifically proven formulas and jargon that usually doesn’t mean much at all. So, try not to be fooled by these exaggerated promises and look closer to home; here at Oleo we believe the secret to youthful skin lies in the ingredients nature provides us
Preventing/Treating Blackheads
Posted by Ange Swan on February 21st 2015
Olivia, Oleo’s professional Aromatherapist, imparts some her wisdom on the subject of preventing/ treating blackheads with essential oils
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