Why Abhyanga?
When a medicinal oils is applied topically it allows the oil to penetrate deeper and is readily absorbed and delivers the plants’ constituents into the body.
What is a hydrolat?
Hydrolats contain all of the plant in every drop. Here we have the water-soluble components, the essential-oil molecules, the very fluid that was flowing through the plants cells when the plant was collected. It’s all there is a matrix of water that is so much more than water, one of the most recognized holographic substances in healing
It’s the steam distalit of the plant and has the same constituents as an essential oil, just in water form.
What is holistic aromatherapy?
It focuses on the development of wellbeing and enjoyment of life. Holistic aromatherapy utilities the pharmacological, psychotherapeutic and metaphysical properties of essential oils
Why is herbal synergy important?
Because it increases the effect of two or more medicinal substances working together
What happens after essential oils have been applied to the skin?
Once the essential oil constituents have passed the epidermis and entered the complex of lymph and blood vessels, nerves, sweat and oil glands, follicles, collagen, fibroblasts, mast cells, elastin and so on (known as the dermis), they are then carried away in circulation to pervade every cell in the body
Why do essential oils not bother my skin but my loved one has issues with essential oil products?
Enzymes can activate and deactivate many foreign compounds. They also activate and deactivate the body’s own natural compounds and the activities of these skin enzymes vary greatly between individuals.
Can you use the RASA on your face?
Of course! It is deeply hydrating. We suggest doing a patch test first and make sure to use only a little as it goes a long way.
Do I need a moisturizer and a serum?
No but you do need a body treatment and a serum for maximum benefits.
What’s the difference between a moisturizer and a serum?
A serum is 100% oil while a moisturizer is a mixture of water and oil. A serum has the same omega fatty acids as a moisturizer without the water and preservatives.
Why is my face still dry even when I use a serum?
As per Ayurveda and Holistic medicine, they see the body in its entirely so when they see the face as dry they see it as systemic. See your skin as a whole system and stop compartmentalizing it into fragments.
What is the best way to use a Hydrolat and do I need one if I use a Face Serum?
A hydrolat can be used in many ways from aromatherapy benefits, when you’re feeling dry and need a boost, to a setting spray for makeup. Since a hydrolat contains the same constituents as the essential oil counterpart, you are receiving the therapeutic benefits of the plants every time its used. You don’t necessarily need to pair a hydrolat with a face serum, however to receive the maximum benefits of the plants in the products, using both a hydrolat and face serum is our preferred option.