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Lemon

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Lemon oil is cold pressed from the lemon peel. It has a fresh lemon scent. It is said that lemon was used to prevent scurvy by our ancestors who travelled the seas.

Atlas Cedar

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There are several varieties of cedar; the Atlas Cedar is one of the most beneficial for aromatherapy. The oil is distilled from the wood and is imported from Morocco, Algeria and North Africa. It has a woody aroma. Atlas cedar was believed to have been used extensively by the Egyptians in cosmetics, perfume and medicine.

Clary Sage

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Clary sage oil is distilled from the flowering tops and the herb and is imported from France. It has a spicy, hay-like aroma. It has been called

Eucalyptus

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It is distilled from the leaves and is imported from Spain & Australia. It has a strong camphorous odour. Aborigines have used eucalyptus leaves to remedy many ills. Put a few drops into a bowl of hot (not boiling) water, and put your head over the bowl. Use a towel over your head and the … Continue Reading

Frankincense

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Frankincense oil is distilled from oleo-gum-resin of the tree and is imported from Somalia, East Africa. It has a spicy, balsamic aroma. Frankincense was known as one of the most precious substances to ancient man and is associated with religious practice.

Basil

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Sweet basil oil is produced by distilling the leaves of the herb and is imported from France. It has a slightly liqorice aroma. Basil originated in India and Hindus have used it for centuries in medicine.

Bergamot

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Bergamot oil is cold pressed from the fruit peel and is imported from Italy. It has a sweet & fruity scent. Bergamot oil is documented in old herbal texts.

My time in Azeroth

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It’s no surprise to people that know me that I play World of Warcraft. Despite it being an addictive game! it can also be a great social platform (when your friends are online!). People play it for all different reasons, but usually: Playing the auction house PvP Raiding Levelling I have to say I do … Continue Reading

WordPress observations

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So I’ve been looking round WordPress for a few days now; I have looked at it before but never as a user only as looking for a technical solution to someone’s problem. It’s funny how you become accustomed to certain paradgims when using particular solutions to then move to another solution and find things can … Continue Reading