THE SALVE BLOG
Creating a Home Aromatherapy Sanctuary
This article serves as a guide to creating a peaceful, restorative space at home through aromatherapy. From the perspective of an integrative wellness expert, it explains the science behind how scents can influence mood and emotions. The article outlines the essential tools...
The Science of Scent: How Aromatherapy Works
This article explores the scientific mechanisms behind the therapeutic power of aromatherapy. It delves into the unique anatomy of the olfactory system, explaining how scent molecules bypass traditional sensory pathways and travel directly to the brain's emotional and memory centers. The guide...
Aromatherapy and the Science of Serenity: How Scent Can Reduce Stress
Discover the scientific link between essential oils and stress reduction. Learn how aromatherapy works and find practical ways to use scents like lavender and citrus to calm your mind and body. The magic of aromatherapy lies in the direct link between our sense...
Cleaning With Essential Oils During Pregnancy
This blog article addresses a question from a reader named Joan about the safety of using peppermint and lavender essential oils for household purposes, such as cleaning and air freshening, during pregnancy. The author, Dahlia, explains that there are three ways chemicals,...
5 Surprising Uses for Essential Oils Beyond Aromatherapy
This article serves as an overview of essential oils, defining them as natural plant-derived oils with characteristic fragrances and health benefits. It then highlights five specific essential oils and their less common uses. Peppermint oil is presented as a natural and safe...
The Power of Clove Essential Oil: Benefits, Uses, and Cautions
This blog article provides an overview of essential oils, defining them as natural oils with a plant's characteristic fragrance and health benefits. It then focuses specifically on clove essential oil, highlighting its beautiful woody aroma and traditional use in India and China....
Anise Essential Oil: Benefits, Uses, and Safety
Essential oils are natural oils derived from plants, retaining the plant's characteristic fragrance and beneficial properties. The article focuses specifically on Anise essential oil, which is made from the seeds of the Pimpinella anisum plant and has a scent similar to black...
Essential Oils to Avoid While Pregnant and Breastfeeding
This blog article provides a comprehensive guide for expectant and new mothers on the use of skincare products, particularly essential oils. It emphasizes that ingredients from skincare products can be absorbed through the skin and directly enter the bloodstream, potentially affecting both...