Frankincense (Boswellia sacra), aka olibanum, is an essential oil that is particularly popular around this time of year. It is one that we associate with Christmas thanks to the tale of three wise men who brought baby Jesus frankincense, gold and myrrh. But there are many other good reasons why you should stock up on frankincense before the holiday season is in full swing…
7 Health Benefits and Magickal Properties of Jasmine Essential Oil
Jasmine essential oil is one of my absolute favourite oils. It never fails to lift my spirit. Learn the benefits of working with this oil!
7 Health Benefits and 7 Magickal Properties of the Sun
Just for today, let us focus only on the healing power and properties of the sun. You are already aware of the health risks and the need for a high SPF sun screen… but the truth is, without the sun there would be no life, no joy and no warmth. The healing power of the sun has been known for millenia. There isn’t a single culture on the planet that has not worshipped the sun as either a God or …
Cedarwood – 7 Health Benefits and 7 Magickal Properties
Did you know that Lebanese cedar wood was used to construct the Temple of King Solomon? Cedar resin was used to embalm Egyptian mummies. The high quality fragrant and rot-resistant Cedrus Libani wood was very popular in all kinds of construction (including ships) and this lead to depletion of Middle Eastern cedar with big modern day reforestation programs under way, especially in Turkey.