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Travel & Sun · Work/Study · Pure Luxury · Sensuous · Detox · The Cold Season · Sports
Oily/Blemished/Congested Skin · Dry/Mature Skin · Combination Skin · At Home · Evening Unwind

Travel & Sun

TRAVEL INHALATION BLEND
GINGER 5 DROPS
LEMON 5 DROPS
PEPPERMINT 10 DROPS
Mix the above oils in a small bottle and add a few drops onto a tissue. Inhale when travelling to freshen up and arrive at your destination feeling vitalised.
  LEMON - find out more in the shop

MOISTURISING AFTER-SUN BODY MASSAGE BLEND
FRANKINCENSE 8 DROPS
ROSE ABSOLUTE 4 DROPS
SANDALWOOD 16 DROPS
LAVENDER 14 DROPS
Add the above oils to 110mls (eleven tablespoons) of jojoba and mix well. Apply every time the skin has been exposed to the sun (best after showering), to truly nourish and soothe.

Work / Study back to top  

CONCENTRATION VAPORISING BLEND
ROSEMARY 8 DROPS
MARJORAM SPANISH 4 DROPS
LEMONGRASS 2 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser to enhance mental clarity and focus at any time of the day.

  EUCALYPTUS - find out more in the shop

FRESH WORK SPACE VAPORISING BLEND
MAY CHANG 3 DROPS
GERANIUM 3 DROPS
BERGAMOT 6 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser to deliver inspiration when a creative boost is needed.

AIR PURIFYING VAPORISING BLEND
EUCALYPTUS 6 DROPS
MAY CHANG 2 DROPS
BERGAMOT 4 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser and use in the work environment to cleanse the air - ideal in the cold season.

Pure Luxury back to top  

DECADENT BATH BLEND
PATCHOULI 3 DROPS
JASMINE ABSOLUTE 1 DROP
ORANGE 5 DROPS
Add the above oils to a cup of full fat milk and, for extra luxury, 10mls (one tablespoon) of jojoba. Add the blend to a full bath, swirl the water to disperse fully, lie back and absorb the sumptuous aroma.
  JASMINE ABSOLUTE - find out more in the shop

LUXURY BODY MASSAGE BLEND
ORANGE BLOSSOM (NEROLI) 2 DROPS
FRANKINCENSE 9 DROPS
GERANIUM 4 DROPS
Add the above oils to 30mls (three tablespoons) of jojoba and mix well. Massage into the skin (ideally after bathing) to envelop the body in an exquisite floral aroma.

PURE PERFUME BLEND
ORANGE BLOSSOM (NEROLI) 2 DROPS
JASMINE ABSOLUTE 2 DROPS
ROSE ABSOLUTE 2 DROPS
Add the above oils to 10mls (one tablespoon) of jojoba and mix well. Apply sparingly on the pulse points to deliver an intense floral bouquet.

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SENSUAL BODY MASSAGE BLEND FOR HIM
PATCHOULI 3 DROPS
BLACK PEPPER 4 DROPS
MANDARIN 8 DROPS
Add the above oils to 30mls (three tablespoons) of either sweet almond or grapeseed and mix well. Massage into the skin using gentle sweeping movements.
  YLANG-YLANG - find out more in the shop

SENSUAL BODY MASSAGE BLEND FOR HER
YLANG-YLANG 6 DROPS
PATCHOULI 3 DROPS
ORANGE 6 DROPS
Add the above oils to 30mls (three tablespoons) of either sweet almond or grapeseed and mix well. Massage into the skin using gentle sweeping movements.

APHRODISIAC BATH BLEND
CLARY SAGE 3 DROPS
YLANG-YLANG 2 DROPS
SANDALWOOD 5 DROPS
Add the above oils to 10mls (one tablespoon) of sweet almond oil or a cup of full fat milk. Add the blend to a full bath, swirl the water to disperse fully, lie back and absorb the heavenly scent.

Detox back to top  

PURIFYING BATH BLEND
GRAPEFRUIT 3 DROPS
LEMON 3 DROPS
JUNIPER 3 DROPS
Add the above oils, along with a cupful of Epsom salts, to a full bath. Swirl the water to disperse fully, lie back and cleanse impurities.

  BLACK PEPPER - find out more in the shop

STIMULATING BODY MASSAGE BLEND
BLACK PEPPER 4 DROPS
ROSEMARY 3 DROPS
GINGER 2 DROPS
EUCALYPTUS 6 DROPS
Add the above oils to 30mls (three tablespoons) of grapeseed and mix thoroughly. Massage into the skin using firm movements and strong pressure (ideal after dry body brushing).

TONING BODY MASSAGE BLEND
BLACK PEPPER 4 DROPS
LEMON 5 DROPS
CYPRESS 6 DROPS
Add the above oils to 30mls (three tablespoons) of grapeseed and mix thoroughly. Massage into the skin using firm movements and strong pressure (ideal after dry body brushing).

The Cold Season back to top  

COMFORTING BATH BLEND
EUCALYPTUS 3 DROPS
LAVENDER 4 DROPS
PEPPERMINT 3 DROPS
Add the above oils to running bath water (deeply breathing in the steam for added benefit). Swirl the water to disperse fully, lie back and inhale the clearing aroma.
  EUCALYPTUS - find out more in the shop

PURIFYING VAPORISING BLEND
TEA-TREE 5 DROPS
LIME 4 DROPS
MARJORAM SPANISH 3 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser and use in the home or work place to cleanse the air.

CLEARING INHALATION BLEND
EUCALYPTUS 2 DROPS
PINE 1 DROP
LEMON TEA-TREE 2 DROPS
Add the above oils to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over the head and inhale this wonderfully clearing aroma.

Sports back to top  

MUSCLE EASE BATH BLEND
ROSEMARY 3 DROPS
EUCALYPTUS 4 DROPS
MAY CHANG 3 DROPS
Add the above oils to 10mls (one tablespoon) of grapeseed or sweet almond. Add the blend to a full bath, swirl the water to disperse fully, lie back and relax. To maximise the therapeutic benefits of the oils, gently massage areas of tension whilst sitting in the bath.
  GINGER - find out more in the shop

STIMULATING BODY MASSAGE BLEND
BLACK PEPPER 5 DROPS
BENZOIN 6 DROPS
LAVENDER 4 DROPS
Add the above oils to 30mls (three tablespoons) of grapeseed oil and mix thoroughly. Massage into the skin, paying particular attention to areas of muscle tension.

COLD COMPRESS BLEND FOR TIRED MUSCLES
LEMONGRASS 2 DROPS
BLACK PEPPER 4 DROPS
GINGER 4 DROPS
Fill a sink with cold water, adding a cup of ice if you wish. Add the oils and agitate the water, then lay a piece of thin material, such as muslin, on the surface. Ring out the excess water and apply to the tired muscles. When the cloth has warmed slightly, return it to the water and repeat.

Oily/Blemished/Congested Skin back to top  

PORE REFINING STEAM BLEND
CHAMOMILE ROMAN 1 DROP
GERANIUM 1 DROP
GRAPEFRUIT 1 DROP
Add the above oils to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over the head and inhale to deep cleanse and refine the pores.

  LEMON TEA-TREE - find out more in the shop

LIGHT DAY MOISTURISER BLEND
LEMON 1 DROP
LAVENDER 2 DROPS
JUNIPER 1 DROP
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of grapeseed and mix thoroughly. Apply to the skin daily to improve clearness and appearance.

OVERNIGHT MOISTURISER BLEND
LEMON TEA-TREE 1 DROP
GRAPEFRUIT 2 DROPS
MANDARIN 1 DROP
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of jojoba and mix thoroughly. Apply to clean skin nightly to allow the oils to regulate oil production.

Dry/Mature Skin back to top  

REJUVENATING STEAM BLEND
ROSE ABSOLUTE 1 DROP
GERANIUM 1 DROP
MANDARIN 2 DROPS
Add the above oils to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over the head and inhale to rejuvenate the skin cells.

  ROSE ABSOLUTE - find out more in the shop

REHYDRATING DAY MOISTURISER BLEND
PATCHOULI 2 DROPS
ROSE 1 DROP
SANDALWOOD 1 DROP
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of jojoba and mix thoroughly. Apply to the skin daily for long lasting moisture and skin comfort.

NOURISHING NIGHT MOISTURISER BLEND
ROSEWOOD-TOMAR 2 DROPS
FRANKINCENSE 1 DROP
ORANGE BLOSSSOM (NEROLI) 1 DROP
GERANIUM 1 DROP
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of peach kernel and mix thoroughly. Apply to clean skin nightly to promote a fresher, more youthful appearance.

Combination Skin back to top  

BALANCING STEAM BLEND
JUNIPER 2 DROPS
GERANIUM 1 DROP
LAVENDER 2 DROPS
Add the above oils to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over the head and inhale to unblock the pores and purify.

  SANDALWOOD - find out more in the shop

REGULATING DAY MOISTURISER BLEND
YLANG-YLANG 1 DROP
ROSEWOOD-TOMAR 2 DROPS
LEMON 1 DROP
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of sweet almond and mix thoroughly. Apply to the skin daily to regulate sebum production.

NOURISHING NIGHT MOISTURISER BLEND
BERGAMOT 1 DROP
CHAMOMILE ROMAN 1 DROP
SANDALWOOD 2 DROPS
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of jojoba and mix thoroughly. Apply to clean skin nightly to re-balance and smooth.

At Home back to top  

HERBAL-CITRUS VAPORISING BLEND
GRAPEFRUIT 4 DROPS
LEMON TEA-TREE 3 DROPS
ROSEMARY 3 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser for a cleansing, deodorising aroma.

  MAY CHANG - find out more in the shop

CITRUS-FLORAL VAPORISING BLEND
LAVENDER 2 DROPS
GERANIUM 1 DROP
MAY CHANG 3 DROPS
BERGAMOT 4 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser for an energising, harmonising aroma.

FLORAL-HERBAL VAPORISING BLEND
CLARY SAGE 3 DROPS
LAVENDER 4 DROPS
PEPPERMINT 3 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser for an invigorating, refreshing aroma.

Evening Unwind back to top  

BEDTIME BATH BLEND
CHAMOMILE ROMAN 2 DROPS
ORANGE BLOSSOM (NEROLI) 1 DROP
SANDALWOOD 7 DROPS
Add the above oils to a cup of full fat milk or 10mls (one tablespoon) of sweet almond. Add the blend to a full bath, swirl the water to disperse fully, lie back and enjoy the relaxing, comforting aroma.
  LAVENDER - find out more in the shop

HEAVENLY BODY MASSAGE BLEND
LAVENDER 4 DROPS
MANDARIN 3 DROPS
FRANKINCENSE 3 DROPS
Add the above oils to 20mls (two tablespoons) of grapeseed oil and mix thoroughly. Massage into the skin to release tension and the stresses of the day.

NIGHT TIME VAPORISING BLEND
CLARY SAGE 2 DROPS
LAVENDER 4 DROPS
ROSEWOOD-TOMAR 4 DROPS
Add the above oils to your favourite vaporiser to promote a good night's sleep.

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