Pure Potent WOW Aromatherapy Products

Aromatherapy Recipe - Sore Muscle Blend

2010-03-04T12:26:00.001-08:00

20ml Base Oil (such as Jojoba Oil or Sweet Almond Oil)
15 drops German Chamomile Essential Oil
5 drops Ginger Essential Oil
5 drops Lavender Essential Oil
8 drops Peppermint Essential Oil

Blend together. Massage into specific area soreness (ie wrist, knuckles, ankles, shoulders). Ginger can be quite warming, so do not use in combination with heat.

Aromatherapy for Pets

2010-02-23T16:40:00.000-08:00

Over the years, we have heard a lot of stories from our customers on how they use our Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Products for their animals. Being that all of us at Essential Nature are huge animal lovers, we have a few of our own as well. Today, we would like to focus on some of our suggestions, based on both the stories we have heard and our own uses.

Lavender Essential Oil is great in helping both people and animals relax. Try a couple of drops on your pets bedding to aid in restless or agitated states. Cats generally do not like to travel, but when necessary to transport them, a couple of drops of Lavender in the carrier should help ease the stress. Try also our Lavender Aromatherapy Mist or our Sleepy Time Pillow Spray. One of our customers told me that they couldn't get their dog to use the bed they had made for him, but instead insisted on sleeping with them in their bed. They started misting the dog's bed with the Sleepy Time Pillow Spray. Their dog began sleeping in his own bed.

Tea Tree Essential Oil is anti-septic and anti-bacterial. Try one drop on a cut or abrasion to both keep it clean and help with the healing process. Also when cleaning food dishes, litter boxes, bedding, cages and carrier containers, add a couple of drops to the water.

For aches and pains when the skin is not broken, use our Muscle Relief Essential Oil Blend. We have heard of people using this on all sizes of animals from small dogs to race horses.

Aromatherapy Recipe - Congestion Easer Diffuser Blend

2010-02-17T15:55:00.000-08:00

1 drop Spruce Essential Oil
2 drops Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil
1 drop Eucalyptus Radiata Essential Oil
1 drop Tea Tree Essential Oil
1 drop Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil

Fill diffuser with hot water, count out the individual drops directly into the water. Light candle and take a deep breathe. Be sure to keep you eye on the water level. As water evaporates, add more.

Essential Oil Extraction Methods

2010-02-10T16:36:00.000-08:00

Steam Distillation (SD)
Traditionally, the marjority of essential oils are steam distilled.
The plant material is placed into a still; steam is then passed
through, which causes the oil to vaporize, the mixture of
steam and essential oil then passes through a series of
cooling tubes in order to condense the mixture back to a
liquid form. This distillate is then traditionally collected in a
Florentine flask which further separates the essential oil from
the water based hydrosol. Hydrosols or floral waters such
as Rose or Lavender are often used when a more gentle
treatment is needed.

Cold Pressed (CP)
Citrus oils, such as Pink Grapefruit, Orange and Lemon are
cold-pressed. Anyone who has ever peeled an orange has
seen the essential oil spray out in a fine mist. Mechanical
abrasion is used to pierce the tiny essential oil “cells” on
the surface of the peel. The fruit and the peels are then,
simultaneously, pressed to create a solution of pulp, juice,
natural waxes and essential oil, that is then separated by
centrifuge. Chemical residues from traditional citrus fruit
farming remain through the cold-pressed process, therefore
it is very important to choose organic citrus oils whenever
possible.

Most cold pressed citrus oils especially Bergamot, Grapefruit,
Lemon & Lime contain a compound called bergaptene that
can make you photosensitive to sunlight. For safety we offer
an organic Bergamot that is Furocoumarin (Bergaptene) free.

Redistillation (RD)
Redistillation or “rectification” is used with certain essential
oils to remove any impurities or unpleasant heavy odors,
making it smell more like it did in its natural state in nature.
Eucalyptus Globulus and Peppermint are often redistilled to
create aromas that have a more pleasing and “clean” scent
quality.

Solvent Extraction (SD):
Certain plant fragrances, such as Jasmine, are so delicate
they need to be extracted using solvents such as hexane. The
plant material is submerged in the solvent which extracts out
a solution of essential oils, natural plant waxes and pigments;
then under a low heat the extract solution is placed in a
distillation vessel to boil off the solvent, thereby creating a
“concrete”. The concrete is then warmed in alcohol to dissolve
the essential oils. This mixture is then cooled to cause the
nonvolatile & insoluble matter to precipitate out. The alcohol
solution is further distilled at a very low temperature until
just the ”absolute” is left, giving us the final product. Industry
standards dictate the relative safe use of volatile hydrocarbon
of hexane and permissible levels of 10ppm; at these levels
absolutes would have to be used in excess to do any harm.
Although relatively harmless, absolutes are not recommended
for therapeutic uses and are more suited for creating natural
perfumes.

CO2 Extraction (CO2):
A relatively new method that uses naturally occurring CO2
as a solvent. Certain substances, like CO2, can exist in a
hypercritical state where they are both a gas and a liquid
simultaneously. C02 becomes hypercritical at very high
pressure and a relatively low temperature of 33 degrees. The
extraction process itself takes only minutes, therefore there
is no damage to the aroma of the essential oil. The integrity
and intensity of the aroma of these CO2 extracts are often
superior than steam distilled essential oils. CO2 extracts
smell very much like the original plant part, because all of the
most delicate heat sensitive compounds are retained.

CO2 extraction creates two different products: Selects and
Totals. Select extracts are obtained at lower pressures,
contain only volatile compounds (essential oils) and usually
have a liquid consistency. Total extracts are extracted at
higher pressures, contain essential oils as well as natural
plant fats, waxes and plant pigments and are usually thick at
room temperature.

CO2 totals often need to warmed up in order to be blended
into another base carrier oil. Recommended percentages
of 0.5% -1% can make excellent therapeutic additions to all
of your aromatherapy blends. We blend some of our CO2
extracts in organic Jojoba Oil to make them both affordable
and increase the usability for the consumer.

Chamomile Essential Oil Suggested Uses

2010-02-03T23:18:00.000-08:00

Diluted in Jojoba Oil, German Chamomile makes a great scalp massage for dry, itchy and/or red scalps.

To use as an anti-inflammatory, blend with Lavender. Apply topically. Good for muscular pain, arthritic, inflamed joints, inflamed tendons, sprains and bursitis.

Great in a massage blend mixed with Lavender for menstrual pains.

Apply topically to calm red, dry and irritated skin and sooth allergies, eczema or psoriasis.

Massage 1 drop into the soles of the feet before bed, to help combat insomnia. Or put a couple of drops onto a tissue and slip the tissue into your pillow case before bedtime.

Rub Chamomile blended in Jojoba oil onto the outside of a baby's cheek to help ease teething pain.

Aromatherapy Recipe - Immune Booster

2010-01-27T19:27:00.000-08:00

10 ml Grapeseed Oil or Sweet Almond Oil
5 drops Tea Tree Oil
5 drops Eucalyptus Radiata Oil
3 drops Peppermint Oil
1 drop Cinnamon Leaf Oil

Count individual drops of all essential oils into 10ml of unscented base oil of your choice. Massage into chest, throat, back or even the soles of your feet …great immune stimulant when you are feeling run down or fighting off a bug.

Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)

2010-01-21T20:03:00.000-08:00

Our Certified Organic Tea Tree Oil, which is steam-distilled from the leaves and twigs of the melaleuca tree, comes from Australia, where the plant is native. As a natural antiseptic, its anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties make this a very versatile oil. Tea Tree acts as an immune booster for the body in the defense of these threats (bacteria, viruses or fungi). It is one of the few oils that can be used directly on the skin without the aid of a carrier oil. As always, less is more when it comes to Essential Oils; if you are using it directly on the skin, apply only one drop.

Great in first aid kits; can be used for bug bites, acne, boils, athlete’s foot (try when combining with Lemongrass Oil) and herpes blisters. The oil may assist in the reproduction of white blood cells, thereby making it helpful when dealing with colds, influenza, coughs and sore throats. As well, the oil has been said to combat yeast infections (try adding a couple of drops to a warm sitz bath) and candida.

Suggested Uses

Try using a couple of drops of Tea Tree Oil in the water that is used to clean pet food dishes, carriers, litter boxes, cages and bedding.

Try adding 3-5 drops to a foot soak to soothe aching feet and to add to your treatment of Athlete’s Foot.

Keep a bottle in your camping first aid kit and use one drop on cuts, scrapes, abrasions and bug bites.

A couple of drops in a diaper pail will act as both a sanitizer and deodorizer.

One drop in the palm of your hands, rub hands together, cup palms together…inhale deeply; or 2-3 drops in a bath. Great for boosting your immune system.

Visit us in Edmonton or Saskatoon this Weekend!

2009-12-02T00:56:00.000-08:00

This weekend we are exciting to be attending both the Edmonton Butterdome Craft Sale and the Saskatoon Sundog Arts & Entertainment Faire!

The Butterdome Craft Sale (located at the University of Alberta campus) runs from Thursday, December 3rd through Sunday, December 10. The hours are:

Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

The Sundog Arts Faire is located in the Credit Union Centre beginning Friday, December 4th until Sunday, December 6. The hours are:

Friday 5pm to 10pm
Saturday 10am to 10pm
Sunday 11am to 5pm

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Diffusing Essential Oils in the Home

2009-11-30T16:01:00.000-08:00

We were recently asked about what essential oils to diffuse in one's house in relation to the time of day. What oils will help wake us up, energize us, relax us, and put us to sleep. Before we launch into this fun topic, a quick side note: if you are using a nebulizing diffuser, ensure that you are not using too thick of an oil (such as Vanilla), as not to clog the diffuser.

Good Morning! Time to wake up!
Eucalyptus or Peppermint Essential Oils will help get your senses going in the morning. Try a couple of drops in the shower. For those non-morning people, try some Lemongrass, which will help decrease both irritability and drowsiness.

Keep Energized Throughout the Day
Most citrus oils will help keep your energy up throughout the day. Try diffusing Blood Orange, Pink Grapefruit or Lemon in the afternoon. Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil will help stabilize one's energy, and at the same time it will help calm nervous tension. To reduce mental fatigue, try diffusing Spearmint Essential Oil.

To Help with Calm in the Evening
Frankincense will help centre the mind and quiet the mental chatter. It is particularly helpful when you are feeling overwhelmed. Clary Sage, Linden Blossom, Vanilla and Tangerine are all helpful when in need of calming or relaxing energy.

Aromazzzzz...for Bedtime
Lavender and Chamomile Essential Oils are wonderful to use at bedtime for the whole family: adults, children and pets. Try diffusing in the air before bedtime or a couple of drops in a warm bath before bed. For children, Mandarin is also wonderful not only to help them sleep, but also helps dispel fears.

The oils mentioned above are just a couple of suggestions. If you are curious about more, please visit our website, where we have more information on each of the oils.

Join Us at the Art Market!

2009-11-19T23:14:00.001-08:00

If you are in the Calgary area this weekend, please come down to the Art Market at the Telus Convention Centre and visit our booth. You will find new products, such as our Defense Throat Spray; special pricing, amazing Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers!

Our Defense Throat Spray, which you will only find in our booth this holiday season, is a blend of oils, such as Wild Oregano, perfect for guarding against flus and colds. Everyone in our office has been using it with great success. This year we are also introducing a Cold Sore Roll-On. It is a recipe that we have been perfecting for the last couple of years and we are very excited to offer it.

To print a $2 off coupon to get into the show, please visit http://www.artmarketcraftsale.com/show/coupon.php.

The show runs:
Thursday 10am to 9pm
Friday 10am to 9pm
Saturday 10am to 6pm
Sunday 10am to 5pm

If you can't make the show this weekend, we will also be attending the Festival of Crafts next weekend, located at the BMO Centre (formerly the Roundup Centre), also in Calgary or if you are in the Edmonton area, we will be at the Butterdome Craft Sale starting December 3rd.

To keep up to date on where you can find us, please become a fan on Facebook or visit our website show details

We look forward to seeing everyone that is able to attend this year!

Aromatherapy Roll-Ons

2009-10-26T19:56:00.000-07:00

About a year ago, we launched a line of Aromatherapy Roll-Ons, which proved to be a big hit! This year we are excited to announce three new additions: Balance, Cold Sore & Zit Zap. But today we would like to focus on our Sleepy Time Roll-On.

We blend our essential oils of Lavender, Marjoram, Chamomile & Cedarwood into a certified organic base of Sunflower Oil, Jojoba Oil and Rosemary Extract. Designed to roll onto the chest, soles of the feet (the most absorbent part of your body!), and pulse points, but I personally like to roll it onto my thumbs, as I sleep with my hands by my face.

The Moroccan Cedarwood and German Chamomile both lend themselves to the blend by softening the herbaceous notes of the Lavender and Marjoram. The Rosemary Extract acts as a natural preserving agent. This Roll-On has a slightly greenish, golden hue, from the CO2 extract of the German Chamomile and the beautiful gold of the certified organic Jojoba Oil. A quick side note about Jojoba Oil, it is actually not an oil, but rather a liquid wax, therefore it does not go rancid. It is also the most similar to the natural oil of one's skin, which makes it an ideal moisturizer, absolutely amazing on the face!

We have had many people tell us that they use our Sleepy Time products, not just for insomnia, but also because they have wonderful, deep sleeps when they use it, waking up more refreshed.

This week only, we would like to offer our readers our Roll-Ons at 20% off. To take advantage of this offer, please visit http://www.purepotentwow.com/p-rollons-specialsaleprices.htm

Welcome to our blog!

2009-10-23T19:04:00.000-07:00

Essential Nature & Pure Potent WOW have finally entered the world of blogging! In the coming months, we plan to blog about various Essential Oils and products, giving you more information on our various oils, some suggested uses, some recipes and anything else that we can think of.

We plan to focus on one oil or product in a posting. If you want to see a specific oil or product featured in an upcoming blog, please feel free to let us know and we will try with all our might (which is quite a bit) to focus on it as soon as we can.

We would also like to share some of our thoughts and opinions on various topics ranging from causes we support to music that we love! So stay tuned to find out more information about us and our products!