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BNI Connections Vancouver, BC: May 2010
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This Week's Presenter Is. Kristie Thomas, Owner, Manager. Kristie owns and manages Cranberries Spa, a cozy boutique style spa located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. She's dedicated to providing outstanding customer service and a great workplace for her staff. Facials, massage, body scrubs, waxing, Brazilian (male and female) waxing, pedicures, manicures, gel nails, gel polish and body bronzing. Can I get a "tee-hee"? So, does waxing (particularly of the Brazilian / Boyzilian variety) hurt? Check out...
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Aromatic Journey: Common Hydrosols
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Jun 21, 2010. Hydrosols can be used topically. Pour a small amount on a cotton pad to apply to the face or affected areas. Place in a spray bottle and spritz on the face or body. Dilute three to five tablespoons of hydrosol in water and soak a piece of cloth or face towel to use as a compress. The following are a few common hydrosols and some of their uses:. Chamomile - A good anti-inflammatory that can help soothe rashes, sunburn, insect bites, wounds and eczema. Emotionally calming and soothing. This i...
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Aromatic Journey: 2010.01
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Jan 2, 2010. I hope you had a great time over the Christmas holidays! In this issue, I discuss how you can use Aromatherapy to help prevent and combat the flu. The flu can range from a nasty inconvenience to a very serious illness. If you do have the flu, make sure to see your doctor. Remember that Aromatherapy is a companion therapy, not a replacement for medical advice and treatment. The contents of this and the previous newsletter are posted at http:/ aromaticjourney.blogspot.com/. Feedback is very he...
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Aromatic Journey: 2010.03
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Mar 15, 2010. Is it spring already? Rather hard to tell since we didn't have a proper winter here in the Lower Mainland of BC. I'm not really complaining, though. It was nice to not have to worry about snow or ice. Waking up from its winter nap, nature begins to fill our senses with color and scent. For centuries, these fragrant plants have been used to make scents worn to please, to attract or to improve the wearer's mood. Many of these plants are used to produce essential oils. The popular understandin...
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Aromatic Journey: 2010.05
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May 16, 2010. First, please allow me to apologize for missing the April newsletter. For some reason, March and April were particularly busy months. But I'm back with this month's newsletter, with more on Aromatherapy and it's many uses. It's May, and the weather is starting to warm up (finally! Iced Cappuccinos and Frappuccinos are becoming the drinks of choice,. Some of you have told me that you need more Aromatherapy supplies. I have posted an. Aromatherapy and Foot Care. Our feet continuously take a b...
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Aromatic Journey: Spotlight: Tea Tree
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Jun 21, 2010. Tea tree is one of the many paperbark trees that are native to Australia. The plant has long been used by Australia's aboriginal peoples to treat various ailments and conditions. A poultice made from leaves is applied to cuts and wounds to aid in healing. The leaves are also crushed and inhaled to help with respiratory issues. Contraindications: May irritate sensitive skin. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Aromatherapy: so much to learn and discover. View my complete profile. Rowan Smith...
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Aromatic Journey: First Aid Tips
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Jun 21, 2010. With summer comes a lot of outdoor activities: fresh air, fun on the lake, camping, hiking. It also entails dealing with scrapes and falls and insect bites and sunburn. Here are some tips on how your Aromatherapy can help you deal with some of these inconveniences. In the text below, "neat" means the essential oils are not diluted. Sunburn: Spritz the affected area with one (or a combination) of the following hydrosols: Chamomile, Lavender, Rose, Witch Hazel. Headaches: Dilute 3 drops of La...
