Why We Love Essential Oils
Maybe you’ve heard something or other about essential oils. Maybe you’ve found yourself down a rabbit hole on WebMD, or maybe you’ve visited a friend’s house with a slight head cold and returned with a smear of eucalyptus on your forehead and a sense of healing. Maybe your mother lent you her essential oil diffuser to cure your acute insomnia.
Or, maybe this isn’t you at all. Maybe you’ve never heard of aromatherapy or essential oils. Regardless, don’t fret. We’re going to tell you all about it (of course, only if you’re willing. If not, chacun son goût).
What is Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy, in short, is the century-old practice of using natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. It’s a way of returning to our roots, quite literally, and the science behind it is quite simple.
When left to grow organically, plants produce essential oils with strong, anti-microbial properties that ward off pests, bacteria, viruses – the works. What’s incredible is that these same oils can be used to make our human bodies healthier as well.
Pranarōm, then, is one of the best. They’re a certified essential oil company whose oils are sustainably harvested from organic plants. Organic and sustainable, always (they promise).
From farm all the way to pharmacy, Pranarōm oils are organically grown, harvested, and packaged with both intention and transparency. Their promise guarantees against any and all GMOs, synthetics, additives, adulterants, and animal testing. They disclose both their sources and their methods, and they are certified by ECOCERT SA, an independent, environmentally conscious company that tests, quite literally, everything (from soil to bottle).
Essentially, if you’re intrigued by the practice of aromatherapy, Pranaōm oils are quality and proven, and this is why we are thrilled to offer these oils at R+R! Below you'll find full list of the oils we will be carrying as well as a highlight reel of our favorites.
Pranaōm Oils Available at R+R
SINGLE OILS:
Peppermint $15
Lemon $15
Lavender $23
Rosemary $16
Grapefruit $18
Frankincense $55
Eucalyptus Radiata $18
OIL BLENDS:
Uplift $10
Tranquility $10
Mental Clarity $12
Immunity Boost $12
Some of Our Favorite Ways to Use Oils
PEPPERMINT
Peppermint oil has a wonderful, cooling aroma that does wonders for supporting the respiratory system, mental clarity and circulation. It also has an anti-inflammatory effect. That being said, we love diluting a few drops into a carrier oil such as coconut oil or avocado oil and rubbing it into sore joints and bug bites. Rubbing it directly onto your abdomen is also a lovely aid in digestion. Peppermint is also our headache remedy of choice! Drop a couple drops in your palms, rub them together, and take a big ol' breath! You can also dot a bit of oil on your temples and gently massage.
LAVENDER
Lavender is the great relaxer (and perhaps one of the most popular and versatile essential oils used in aromatherapy). It’s soothing aroma relieves stress, fatigue, depression and headaches, and it’s rumored to help treat anxiety, insomnia, menstrual cramps, and allergies. After a long day’s work, we love dropping some into a diffuser and settling down with a glass of wine…a good book…mood lighting…
LEMON
Lemon oil, as we’re sure you can imagine, has a bright and sweet, citrus-y scent. It’s great at killing bacteria and is the perfect diffuser for when we’re starting to feel a bit under-the-weather. One or two drops in an oil burner or diffuser can help clear nasal passages and promote steady breathing.
ROSEMARY
Rosemary oil reduces stress and nervous tension and instead boosts mental activity and clarity. It is also known to stimulate hair health and growth, and for that reason we love diluting and rubbing a bit directly onto our scalp. It can slow greys, improve shimmer, prevent hair loss, and moisturize the scalp (win, win, win, win!). Rosemary is also an amazing mosquito repellent! Click here for our favorite homemade mosquito spray recipe.
MENTAL CLARITY
Now doesn’t that just sound delightful? This blend is formulated to boost energy and refresh the mind. We love using a simple palm inhalation technique to apply whenever we need a little pick-me-up.
IMMUNITY BOOST
As labeled, this blend is formulated to support your immune system. We love inhaling it directly, or simply diffusing, to nourish our bodies’ natural defenses and refresh our respiratory systems. (Hello, flu season.)
Regardless of where you’re at along your journey into aromatherapy, we hope this little list helps. However, we know that trying anything new can be a bit daunting, so please don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re here, always, and would love to help you in any realm of your wellness journey!
Call 817.720.6220 or swing by R+R to snag one (or several) of these fabulous oils today.