Aromatherapy Ecstasy in a bottle...

Essential Oils and Sensuality

When people hear aromatherapy or essential oils, they think of it as an alternative form of medicine. Aromatherapy has been used since the ancient times for its ability to awaken sensual feelings and desires. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that there is a growing number of people who are turning to aromatherapy for its aphrodisiac benefits during modern times. In fact, those commercially manufactured aphrodisiac products are often made out of essential oils and certain herbs.

Dating as far back as during Cleopatra's time, roses, jasmines, and other types of essential oils have been used to symbolize love, passion, and desire. Beyond mere symbolism as it does have  physiological effects that stimulate both mind and body.

The introduction of certain types of scent into the body triggers a response that gradually alters the processes of the mind and body. You might be wondering why perfumes and colognes are hot commodities in the market. This is for the exact same reason stated above since the scent produced by one's body is able to stimulate the senses of an individual who inhales those scent and produce sexual or intimate stimulation.

Soulful Sister Aromatherapy uses Essential Oils with Aphrodisiac qualities to make it's Pure Ecstasy Aromatherapy Mister.  With Ylang Ylang, Neroli, Patchouli and Frankincense, this is a rich and sensuous blend sure to please your sensual nature.

Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all you Soulful Sisters!

Today is September 1st.
This day is a more powerful driver of change than January 1st.  Yet instead of popping the bubbly, we are shopping for new clothes, new books, new workout clothes and planning Holiday trips to see loved ones.

It's the first day of the new year.....well, that's how my year works anyways. Sept. 1 indicates that summer is coming to an end and fall is approaching.  It heralds the beginning of the school year. New fitness programs are declared and signed up for.....old ones improved upon or forgotten.  We start a new list of goals to attain in work, home and relationships.

Have you made your New Years goals yet?

What's In Your Lip Balm?

Give your lips the good stuff this summer....make sure you're using a Natural Lip Balm.

You want to avoid anything that adds Petroleum products like Petrolatum or Mineral Oil.  There are lots of big brands for sale that STILL USE PETROLEUM in lip products.  It's really hard to believe that companies can still use petroleum in body care after everything we know.

Here's some info from this website called "Natural Skin Care Authority"  http://www.natural-skincare-authority.com/chapstick-lip-balm.html

"The biggest controversy in the lip balm world is manufacturers using petroleum derivatives in their products. However this is not a new thing, this practice has been going on for decades.
The recent move by the EU to outlaw petroleum in lip balm has added fuel to the debate. From a common sense perspective the risks of putting petroleum on your lips is not rocket science.
Petrolatum, the ingredient used in ChapStick lip balm has been linked to breast cancer. In spite of this ChapStick does not warn their customers in any of their literature."

What's crazy is that it's so easy to make a fabulous Lip Balm.  They are basically a combination of different fats like Shea Butter & Cocoa Butter, some nourishing oils like Vitamin E, Apricot Kernel and Castor (for the shine), and at the end a little beeswax to hold it all together.

At Soulful Sister we use an organic and fair trade Shea Butter in our Lip Balms.  Shea Butter has a natural SPF helping to protect your lips as well as nourish them.  On top of all the other great ingredients, we also add a little Jojoba Oil to give your lips that extra softness and conditioning.

So....before you smear it on this summer...check your pockets and make sure your lip balms are worthy of your Soulful Self.

Linen Water is New Again....

Linen Water is new again.
Used originally to spray on linens and clothes before ironing to instill a hint of aroma. Nowadays that is not the only thing people use linen water for.
Linen Water can be sprayed directly on linens to freshen them either in the morning or in the evening before bed.  Linen water doesn't just make your bedding smell fabulous, it can also be used as a natural room spray. If the Linen Water has a calming scent it can create a  relaxing and calming environment.
Linen Waters are not made equally, so you must check the labels to make sure what you're getting is a safe, natural product. Ensure that the product you're using contains only Pure Essential Oils for scent, if it doesn't it will list 'Fragrace' or 'Parfum'. You should steer away from the following ingredients on Linen Water and any sprays you use in your house.

SLS (Sodium Laurel Sulphate)
Parabens
Parfum or Frangrance (chemically made scents)
Diethylene Glycol
Acetone

There are so many nasty ingredients on the market.  If you don't recognize it, don't buy it!

Bitchy Babe....New and Improved....

The new Bitchy Babe is here. 
This is our most popular Aromtherapy Mister at Soulful Sister, so you might ask "why would you change such a great thing".
Have no fear...we only 'tweaked' the recipe, not changed it entirely.  We have taken the 'Clary-Sage' Essential Oil out of our Bitchy Babe formula and added Ylang Ylang in it's place.  It gives it a softer scent and will still 'Keep those Wild Female Emotions Under Control'.
Another great thing about removing the Clary-Sage is now it is also safe in pregnancy.

We are sure you will love the new look of Bitchy Babe, now sold in Brushed Aluminum Bottles.....and the new scent of Bitchy Babe, now with Geranium, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot and Grapefruit.

Just Shake, Spray and Breathe....keep those wild emotions under control with Bitchy Babe from Soulful Sister.

A Mindful New Year

We have come to that time of year again.  The time when we try and make some positive changes for the new year. 

I love this ritual.  Time to start anew, to make new choices and take new directions. A time to look inside and think of what you could add to your life to make it more complete.

...may you have great choices.


A great Happy New Years to all you Soulful Souls.

BE MINDFUL
BE WONDERFUL
BE SOULFUL