Dale Parker

Aromatherapy and essential oils are powerful aids in skin health. This is often where their healing properties shine. Essential oils, carrier oils, and body butters have been used for centuries in skin care with amazing results. The terms "dermatitis" and "eczema," are often used interchangeably. Dermatitis refers to inflammation of the skin and technically, eczema is reserved for atopic dermatitis. Both conditions can manifest as dry skin, redness, itching, flaky skin, crusting,...

Are Essential Oils Too Weak to Be Effective? The effectiveness of essential oils is often questioned due to the belief that their natural origin and the small quantities in which they are used may limit their impact. This common concern suggests that essential oils might be too weak to produce noticeable results. However, essential oils are highly concentrated substances composed of hundreds of specific chemical compounds. Their potency is not determined by the volume used, but by their...

Here's an easy moisturizing blend for the winter. Winter weather can dry and damage skin. This blend will stimulate skin cell rejuvenation. It will moisturize, protect and regenerate skin tissue with no petroleum products: 10 drops bergamot (Citrus bergamia) essential oil 10 drops geranium (Pelargonium graveolens or P. × asperum) essential oil 10 drops carrot seed (Daucus carota) essential oil 2 oz. (60 ml) jojoba oil or olive oil; this makes it a 2.3% dilution of essential oils to carrier...