Perfumes can be intoxicating, seductive, and evoke certain emotions or memories.

However, there is a dark side to the perfume industry to which many are not aware. To protect trade secrets, commercial perfume manufacturers are permitted to withhold disclosing ingredients; many of which are potentially hazardous synthetic chemicals (mostly petrochemicals).  It’s no wonder, considering the average commercially produced fragrance contains 14 chemicals which often present themselves as: allergies, sensitivity, headaches, skin reactions, or nausea when exposed. These effects can be from simple aromatic exposure or physical exposure which can compound toxins and accumulate in your body.  Of these undisclosed ingredients, many can be classified as carcinogens, hormone disrupters, lead to sperm damage in men and when worn by pregnant mothers can lead to abnormal reproductive development in male fetuses. (source: http://bit.ly/EWGnotsexy)

Essential oils are different  They aren't scents or fragrances but are aromatics derived from plants and are not synthetically manufactured.  Because of them being an organic compound, they are useful in addressing a myriad of health concerns in a natural and holistic way. Aromatic profiles of Fragrances can apply to perfumes, colognes, dish soap, laundry soap, etc. Anything that has a fragrance added to it.

DID YOU KNOW your sense of smell is predominately based upon emotions???  Did you know that certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils can help improve moods?  Check out any of the essential oils classes to learn more about how they support emotional health and overall wellness of our bodies. See my event page for a list of events.