What is Pilates and why is it a great exercise for overall physical and mental health? Pilates was originally developed in the 1920s in Germany by husband and wife, Joseph and Clara Pilates. Joseph Pilates believed that physical and mental health were closely connected and initially...
It’s all about Balance… Short-term stress can be useful in achieving goals and is a great driver for success if it is managed well. While there will be a lot of focus during exams, it’s important to keep life balanced and to remember that there’s still...
The Effect too much Stress can have on us… Stress is of course a normal and unavoidable part of life, whether at home or work. But there are many ways we can help ourselves manage it and relieve some of the unpleasant symptoms it causes. When we...
What does Sustainability really mean? It’s such a broad term and can be used to encompass a whole host of planet-saving ideas, but to us at Absolute Aromas, our aim is and always has been to provide genuinely clean and green products to our customers. We embrace...
Crafts with the Children There are so many great crafting activities that can involve the use of Essential Oils, some which you may never have thought of! We love the super-squishy aromatherapy playdough recipe, it’s quick to make and not too messy (a big plus in...
We all know that the beginning of the year is traditionally known as a time to take up new healthy habits, such as joining a gym, enrolling in a yoga class or finally taking out those new trainers for a run. However, as with all...
While any time of the year is great to make positive changes, the New Year is special! The start of a new year brings with it fresh energy and a renewed hope of possibilities. It hence, is a great time to revisit things that we...
Winters are a great time for snuggling up, sleeping in, and getting warm and cozy in all ways possible. While the joy of Christmas season does brighten up the gloomy weather, this is also the season when we may fall prey to colds and coughs,...
You have a good selection of essential oils and carrier oils, but now you want to figure out how to mix and apply these. In this blog post we take a closer look at how you can unleash your inner massage therapist and create a...
For centuries, we've been scenting our environments - with the aim to hide bad smells, to purify the air, to help with ailments or to simply create a pleasurable experience. However, HOW you fragrance your home is important to consider. There are many options available -...