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8 Great All Natural Holiday Gift Ideas

Dec 4th, 2012 by

Fàilte (Welcome)!

Are you having difficulty finding that perfect holiday gift?  With the season of giving fast approaching, whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or Yule, it is a time where we strive to show those who are special to us, how much we care. So, here are 8 great all natural holiday gift ideas!

We at Celtic Sage would be delighted to work with you to help you put together a very special and unique gift for that special someone. We currently have the following all natural items ready to go!

Therapeutic Bath Salts

Clarity: Smoothes the skin, clears and focuses the mind.
Citrus: Smoothes the skin and provides vitality.
Rose Garden: Helps you relax after a stressful day and provides a sense of well-being.
Spicy:  Smoothes the skin, relaxes the muscles and rejuvenates you.
Tranquil: Smoothes the skin, calms mental activity providing a deeper sleep.

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9 Uses of Clary Sage Essential Oil

Nov 20th, 2012 by

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Clary Sage oil is an essential oil which is taken from a plant of the same name, this plant is a native of the southern part of Europe and has been used medicinally for thousands of years. People may think this is the same Sage that we grow in our gardens here in Canada but it is distinctly different. I thought it might be helpful to share these 9 uses for Clary Sage Essential Oil.

This oil is extracted by steam distillation. The oil is pale yellow in color, has a sweet fragrance and has a thin consistency. It can be one of the pricier oils, but its medicinal benefits cover a wide range of disorders, particularly when blended with other essential oils.

Lavender, jasmine, and geranium essential oils  blend well with Clary Sage oil.

The benefits of Clary Sage essential oil include:

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7 Uses For Patchouli Oil

Nov 6th, 2012 by

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Those of us who remember the 1960′s, often associate the fragrance of Patchouli Essential Oil with hippies. It is rich, earthy and grounding. In perfumery and fragrance applications, patchouli is a base note that acts as a fixative and grounds a blend. This plant only reaches a few feet in height, and grows primarily in Malaysia and other southeastern Asian countries. This bushy plant has big, soft leaves and comes from the lamiaceae plant family; the same as lavender, basil, peppermint and rosemary. While patchouli oil has a long history in places such as China and Japan, it was not until the mid 1800s that patchouli leaves first came to the Western world. People often wonder what to use Patchouli for.  Here are 7 great uses for this essential oil.

1. Aphrodisiac: Patchouli oil is commonly used in aromatherapy for its aphrodisiac and antidepressant properties. It has a soothing, earthy aroma, which makes it ideal for use in essential oil burners or diffusers or in a homemade massage oil to create a warm, uplifting atmosphere.  It is perhaps best known however as an aphrodisiac.  In “The Essential Oils Book,” Colleen K. Dodt points out that patchouli evokes a strong emotional response from both men and women and can be used in combination with other essential oils to create a personal perfume. A homemade aphrodisiac massage oil can be made by adding two or three drops of patchouli oil to a carrier oil such as grapeseed or sweet almond oil.

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10 Uses For Basil Oil

Oct 23rd, 2012 by

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Basil herb has of course been used as a food flavouring and in traditional medicine since ancient times. The Romans used the herb extensively and are believed to have grown the plant in the South of England. But you probably don’t know that there are many other ways to enjoy Basil. Below are 10 uses for this wonderful herb.

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5 Amazing uses for Melissa – Officinalis (also known as Lemon Balm)

Oct 10th, 2012 by

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Not only is this the name I gave my youngest daughter, it is the most useful essential oil/herb you can have in your home.  Melissa has an extremely ancient history of therapeutic use. The first Carmelite nuns and ancient physicians used this oil because of its innumerable health benefits. Undeniably, the most important contribution of herbal medicines in the field of health is the holistic approach of healing both the body and the mind. Melissa essential oil (or as some know it – Lemon Balm) is one such useful essential oil as its properties help strengthen the nervous system and calms both the body and the spirit. Below are 5 amazing uses for it.

Growing Melissa in your herb garden is easy peasy and it’s great to dry and keep for use through the winter. I use it in my cooking from spicing up salmon steaks, adding it to my rice and of course a lovely cuppa when sleep seems evasive.

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11 Uses and Health Benefits of Bergamot Essential Oil

Sep 25th, 2012 by

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Bergamot is a citrus fruit whose rind is used for extracting the Bergamot Oil. It is a tropical plant but thrives well in Europe too. It has a very sweet smell and a number of medicinal and industrial uses due to its properties. Here are 11 uses and health benefits of the Essential Oil:

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13 Uses For the Herb/Essential Oil Peppermint

Sep 11th, 2012 by

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Peppermint is an herb/essential oil that has been in use for many years for holistic and traditional medicinal purposes. As an essential oil, it has a fresh, sharp, menthol smell and is clear pale yellow in color and watery in viscosity. There are various health benefits. Here are 13 uses of peppermint essential oil.

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6 Uses of Essential Oil Thyme

Aug 28th, 2012 by

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Thyme is an aromatic herb which is popularly used as an ingredient in cooking. The leaves of the herb have a special revitalizing aroma because of which it makes for an exquisite ingredient in many dishes. In this blog post, I will share 6 uses for this essential oil.

This herb and simple extracts have been used in the traditional medicine of many countries from the dawn of history. It has of course been used extensively as a condiment.

The Romans used an infusion to apply to the forehead to relieve headaches. Internally it was taken to treat nausea and giddiness.

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Rosemary – 8 Uses For This All Purpose Essential Oil

Aug 14th, 2012 by

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Rosemary is an all purpose essential oil/herb that no home should be without. We all know how great this herb tastes in soups, stews and stuffing…mmm. I grow rosemary all year round! It’s so wonderful to have fresh rosemary in the winter. But did you know that rosemary was used for centuries by the Egyptians in the mummification process? Greeks attributed a mind stimulating effect to this wonderful herb and Romans used it for stimulating the heart and for poor circulation. Today, rosemary is used for many different things. Here are 8 ways this essential oil can be used:

1. Circulation

Today, rosemary is often recommended especially for those with low blood pressure. The aromatic herb can also be used for a bath. However, one must remember that because the rosemary is extremely stimulating, a bath with the essence of rosemary late in the evening may well prevent one from sleeping in the night.

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Does Your Hand Sanitizer Contain Alcohol?

Jul 31st, 2012 by

Clean and Soft – Alcohol Free Hand Sanitizer

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Alcohol is notorious for removing oil from skin. This oil is one of the body’s primary natural defenses against bacteria. Tests demonstrate that repeated use of alcohol based hand sanitizers can actually lead to increased bacteria on the skin over time. In other words, ongoing use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers become less effective the more frequently they are used – not to mention, overly dry skin can result in painful cracking that also provides an environment for germs to enter the body. Consistent use of alcohol-based sanitizers can also irritate the skin, causing you to use them  less often. Finally, alcohol ingredients evaporate quickly, limiting effectiveness to a shorter time than non-alcohol sanitizers. Alcohol-free hand sanitizers are non-drying, non-irritating and remain on the skin longer before evaporating than alcohol-based products.

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