Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine that uses volatile plant materials, known as essential oils, and other aromatic compounds for the purpose of altering a person's mind, mood, cognitive function or health. Aromatherapy originated in Europe in the early 1900s and has been widely used since this time. With many people concerned about their health and looking for alternatives to western medicine, aromatherapy is becoming a popular form of healing

Essential oils are extracted from a plant's flowers, leaves,  bark, or roots from a complex extraction process. The oils are mixed with carrier oils and then applied to the skin by massage or rubbed on the bottom of the feet. Essential oils can also be inhaled directly or through a diffuser or mixed with alcohol and sprayed in a room.

Essential oils are now being used in skincare products, perfumes and candles.

Using therapeutic grade certified oils is essential to producing the best results. These oils are in their purest forms and have not been diluted with other oils. The oils I am currently using are from Doterra.  These oils are so pure some can be ingested.  The higher quality oils also don't require more than just a drop of use for the desired result.

I am so proud of Playa Blu 's new aromatherapy line. This line consists of eye pillows and spritzers. The pillows are all handmade and machine embroidered. The pillows come in different designs, colors are formulas. Each pillow is made from super soft, silky satin machine washable fabric that feels great on your eyes. The pillows are filled with a mixture of flax seeds, herbs and therapeutic grade essential oils. I have created 4 different blends; relaxation, invigorating, balance and breath ( for sinus and allergies). I have also added the spritzers with the aromatherapy blends to refresh the pillows or to be used as a room spray

These pillows are great to use during yoga savasana, to relax and unwind, to refresh and increase your mood, to help with eye strain or stress, for a mild headache or sinus pressure or to block out light when sleeping. The pillows can be heated in the microwave or cooled in the freezer to be used as hot/cold packs.

*Remember: Always consult your doctor before using essential oils if you are pregnant or nursing.*

Disclaimer 
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

NEW~Summer Cocktail Sugar/Salt scrubs!!

Just in time for summer this new line of sugar/salt scrubs look simply delicious!! 

The scrubs will come with the adorable cocktail glass shown in each picture (for a limited time).  These make great party favors for weddings or showers and great gifts for Mothers day.  Choose from 3 different scents;  refreshing Pink Lemonade made with pink Himalayan salt and organic coconut oil, Sweet Margarita made from pure cane sugar and organic coconut oil or my favorite Yummy Pina Colada made with fresh sea salt, pure cane sugar and unrefined coconut oil. They are available now on the site