With Jay MacDonald
I’ve had a sensitive nose for as long as I can remember. While I used to think it was a curse, I’ve come to see it as a blessing. Scents and aromas are powerful forces that can bring back visceral memories of people and places, alleviate stress and anxiety, and uplift our minds and bodies.
I am so excited to announce that I will now be offering Aromatherapy consultations at our studio!
What is Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy is the holistic + therapeutic application of plant-derived essential oils for enhancing the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health of the individual.
Essential oils are plant medicine distilled to their purest essence, offering us a form with great benefit to us when used properly. These oils differ in integrity from manufactured perfumes and artificial scents (especially when the oils are organic and clean), with each oil having unique characteristics, properties, and affinities that relate to various human functions.
“Applied to the skin, these essences regulate the activity of the capillaries and restore vitality to the tissues…..but of the greatest interest is the effect of (aroma) has on the psychic and mental state of the individual. Powers of perception become clearer and more acute…..the use of odiferous matter induces a true sentimental and mental liberation….the essential oils free us from the (a challenging emotion) but leave our faculties unimpaired.”
-Margaret Maury
Aromatherapy is a holistic approach to supporting the body’s natural healing abilities, combining various oils or using oils in tandem that support an individuals unique needs. These blends take into account: scent affinities, sensitivities, issues, imbalances to be addressed, and application practices that are practical and accessible for a specific individual.
This personalized approach is what drew me to Aromatherapy! It makes so much sense to treat the individual specifically as opposed to a general, one size fits all approach! Similar to my philosophy on Yoga 🙂
This consultation will be a collaborative session where a unique blend that will support and encourage your body’s ability to heal itself will be formulated based on the specific needs and desires listed on your intake form.
You will be able to choose between two unique formulas, using your sensory wisdom to determine which resonates with you on a deeper level. We will have a brief follow up a few days to a week later to assess if any adjustments need to be made to your blend. A full write up will accompany the consultation with explanations of the blend and why each oil was chosen, with application suggestions, application options for marma points, and yoga poses to enhance the benefits.
I have chosen the name Puraka as my Aromatherapy brand name, which means inhale in Sanskrit.
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This consultation will be a collaborative session where a unique blend that will support and encourage your body’s ability to heal itself will be formulated based on the specific needs and desires listed on your intake form.
You will be able to choose between two unique formulas, using your sensory wisdom to determine which resonates with you on a deeper level. We will have a brief follow up a few days to a week later to assess if any adjustments need to be made to your blend. A full write up will accompany the consultation with explanations of the blend and why each oil was chosen, with application suggestions, application options for marma points, and yoga poses to enhance the benefits.
I have chosen the name Puraka as my Aromatherapy brand name, which means inhale in Sanskrit.
Puraka Fall Aromatherapy Blends
Vata Anchoring Blend. This blend was created to ground and center the mind and body during the fall season as the air and ether qualities of vata can blow in causing us to feel mentally scattered and challenged with focus and concentration. Ingredients: Myrhh, Australian Sandalwood, Frankincense, Clove Bud, Clary Sage and Rose absolute. This scent has a warm, earthy and slightly spicy aroma to ground our energy in and down.
Allergy Clearing Blend. This blend is designed to open the sinuses and clear the nasal passages so we can breathe more freely and openly. Ingredients: Geranium, Peppermint, Lavender, Eucalyptus, and Tea Tree. This scent has a cooling and lifting aroma to move stagnant and stuck energy in the body and mind.
Puraka Winter Aromatherapy Blends
Kapha Cleansing Blend. This blend is designed to move and shift the heavy/oily qualities of Kapha that are predominant in the winter months as we can feel the urge to hibernate and hunker down with this stagnant Kapha energy. Ingredients: Roman Chamomile, Ginger, Grapefruit, Juniper Berry, Niaouli. This scent has an uplifting and invigorating aroma to shift the heaviness and stagnation of Kapha.
Winter Warming Blend. This blend was created to inspire feelings and sensations of warmth and comfort during the long, cold winter months. Ingredients: Cinnamon leaf, Nutmeg, Clove Bud, Ginger, Black Pepper and Fennel. This is a yummy warm and cozy aroma that brings to mind curling up by a warm fire with a blanket and a good book.