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The
Editor's Corner -- February 5, 2005 |
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Welcome to our
first 2005 edition of Aromatherapy News!
Our first edition
of the New Year focuses on the role aromas can play in engaging your
partner this coming Valentine's day! The first article provides a wealth
of ideas for the sharing of oils in sensual massages, sure to be of
use in the weeks ahead!
Our linked article
speaks to the nature of love itself - truly an emotion central to the
human experience, capable of drawing us well beyond our own perceived
abilities, while equally adept at striking us down to levels otherwise
unattainable. Many truths surrounding love are explored in this wonderful
article, and we hope you take something away from it.
There are few moments
as often impacted by aromatherapy as resounding with love, moments often
overflowing with rich aromas in every form imaginable. We truly hope
that you enjoy our special edition, and find love in every corner of
your lives...
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Our
Featured Article |
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| The Valentines
Day Gift - Our Guide to a Sensual Massage |
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by staff writers |
With origins that
some estimate to date back as far as 300 AD, Valentines Day has held
its own through the centuries as the day to celebrate affairs of the
heart.
Although its beginnings
are clouded by time, one thing is certain - couples around the globe
continue to recognize the gift of each other on this day dedicated to
lovers.
What will you do
for your love this February 14th? We have all invested time and energy
in searching out the 'perfect' Valentines Day gift for our partner,
an intimate expression of heart...
read
the entire article on Valentines Day Gifts - Our Guide to Sensual Massage
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Special Article Link |
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Life
is for loving, there is no higher in purpose in life than to love, be
loved and share that love. Love, I fear is not something that we choose,
it just happens. And love, no matter how hard anyone may try to deny
their need, is what sustains us. It gives us strength, purpose and reason.
Love wraps it’s arms around us, though yet it may still, bring us to
our knees.
It
is not an easy task, love. It is something that we each must work at.
It requires patience, honesty, compassion, trust, acceptance, forgiveness,
selflessness, commitment and time. We live in a world that is always
on the go; too busy to stop, to take the time to hear our loved ones,
lend a hand, a shoulder, our undivided attention. Yet, love does not
flourish with out those things. Like a garden we must tend to our love,
pull carefully away the weeds that might take from our love the nourishment
that it needs...
read
the entire article at www.aromatherapygoddess.com >>>
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Essential
Oil of the Month |
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Ylang
Ylang
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| Latin:
Canangium odoratum |
| Scent:
Powerful, sweet, floral, exotic |
| Effects:
Stimulating, Aphrodisiac |
| Properties:
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| Antiseptic,
antidepressant, calming, sedative, aphrodisiac |
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High blood pressure,
stress, depression, & romance!
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Ylang Ylang is
a base or middle note oil, said to helpful in dealing with anxiety,
panic, and shock. It is also believed to assist with feelings of resentment,
guilt and/or jealousy.
The oil is steam
distilled from the flowers of a tall tree native to the Phillipines
and Far East. The name means 'flower of flowers' - these flowers come
in many colors, with the yellow ones said to produce the highest quality
oils.
Ylang Ylang is
also known to have a balancing impact on one's hormonal system, and
has been said to have substantial aphrodisiac qualities - thus its common
use in sensual massage. In Indonesia Ylang Ylang flower petals are strewn
upon the bed on wedding nights.
The oil blends
well with Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, and Cedarwood oils.
Ylang Ylang can
irritate sensitive skin, and care should be taken when using on individuals
with fragrance related sensitivities.
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| Featured
Aromatherapy in the Kitchen Recipe |
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Mango
Lavender Sorbet
This
sorbet is a pretty and light way to end a sumptuous romantic
dinner. Try serving it in a single dessert dish with two long
handled spoons, perhaps garnished with some perfect red raspberries,
and a sprig of fresh lavender...
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cup spring water |
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cup sugar |
| 1
tablespoon dried lavender |
| 4
cups cubed mango |
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Place an 8
inch square metal pan in the freezer. In a small saucepan, heat
the water, sugar, and lavender until just boiling. Remove from heat
and let cool to room temperature. Strain into a bowl and refrigerate
until cooled. Puree the mango in a food processor until smooth.
Add the syrup and blend. Pour into the cold pan and place in freezer.
After one hour, stir vigorously with a fork. Return to freezer and
chill until firmly set, about 3 hours. (Alternately, the sorbet
can be processed using an ice cream machine).
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Did You Know |
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According to recent scientific experiments, Ylang
Ylang oil can significantly increase alpha wave activity within the
brain...
Not
so romantic, but interesting!
For
more information
on the use of essential oils, go here.
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Recipe of the Month |
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"I
like to use this recipe on a scent ring on those very rare evenings
when my husband and I find ourselves without the little ones... very
romantic!
- 20
drops rosewood
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10 drops neroli
- 5
drops lavender
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5 drops thyme
- 3
drops cinnamon or clove
Thanks
to Stacy for her suggestion!
Do
you have a favorite to share with our readers? Simply forward it via
this email
address.
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