As an aromatherapist deeply rooted in both tradition and innovation, I can’t overstate the transformative power of gathering with peers and mentors in the aromatherapy world. That’s exactly what the NAHA (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy) conference offers—an immersive experience where the fragrant world of essential oils comes alive … [Read more...]
Find Me on Audible Audiobooks
You can now find many of my books on Audible Audiobooks. I love to listen to Audible so I was thrilled when I got the opportunity to take part in the beta program to turn many of my books into Audible books with virtual voice. I was never going to have the time to sit down and record all my books so this is quite a blessing. The following titles … [Read more...]
Burn Case Study
Many friends followed the story of my 2nd degree burn on Facebook. One of those friends was Sharon Falsetto Chapman, the editor at for the NAHA Journal where I am a featured writer. She quickly called dibs on the aromatherapy case study potential. The Aromatherapy Case Study: Second Degree Burn can be found in The National Association for … [Read more...]
FTC Action Against dōTERRA Distributors for Unfounded COVID-19 Claims
You cannot make medical claims about essential oils. Don’t shoot the messenger. It is simply the law. Both the FDA and the FTC have rules on the books that all essential oils companies, sellers, and distributors must follow. Recently the Department of Justice acted on the behalf of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against three dōTERRA … [Read more...]
2021 FREE Kindle Book Deals
Where did 2021 go? As we enter that final month of the year I wanted to be sure to give my readers an opportuntity to download several of my Kindle books for FREE. Don't have a Kindle device? Directions at the end on how to use the app for free. A Little Handbook about Addiction will be available for free download Dec 1-5, 2021. This will … [Read more...]
How to Make DIY Essential Oil Incense
I have been making incense for the last few years as Christmas gifts and wanted to share how to make your own. If you like making your own aromatherapy-based products for your home, you can find recipes for Reed Diffusers and Himalayan Salt Potpourri in my book DIY Kitchen Chemistry. Making incense is quite simple. You might see some recipes … [Read more...]
Aromatherapy School Anniversary Sale
Ology Essentials celebrated our 3rd anniversary on December 1, 2020! Yay! To celebrate we are offering a 30% discount on our Aromatherapy Certification Program and our Continuing Education Course from December 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021. This is a great opportunity to take your aromatherapy knowledge to the next level. Continuing … [Read more...]
FREE Kindle Books While Quarantined or Social Distance Distancing
42 Days of FREE Kindle Downloads I have scheduled all of my Kindle books to be totally free for you to download 5 days at a time. This is my way of supporting all the people who are being asked to self-quarantine, shelter in place, and stay home to participate in social distancing due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The topics of my books vary … [Read more...]
The Dirty Truth About DIY Hand Sanitizer Recipes
Since everyone seems to be sharing DIY hand sanitizer recipes on social media, I need to throw in some facts on the subject from the perspective of a cosmetic formulator and aromatherapist. First, in the United States, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates all antimicrobial sanitizers as over-the-counter drugs (OTC). … [Read more...]
Kim’s Adverse Reaction Story
In 2014 I wrote a blog post that honestly changed the trajectory of my aromatherapy career. That blog post opened the door to countless emails from people telling me about their injuries and the bad advise they were given. In case after case I asked people to report their injury, but each year when I read the injury reports I didn't see the … [Read more...]
Robyn’s Adverse Reaction to Essential Oils
I’m heartbroken! I desperately hope that someday the message of essential oil safety will spread so far and wide that we stop seeing injuries and adverse reactions like the one below. I also wish the environment was healthier among essential oil users in the aromatherapy world, but unfortunately tensions run high. From experience I know some people … [Read more...]
