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January 24, 20240Comments

Medicine of the Evergreens: Our Greatest Winter Allies

In the heart of winter's icy grip exists a steadfast symbol of endurance and resilience – the magnificent evergreen trees. With autumn behind us, many plants have shed their leaves
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Sustainability
November 29, 20228Comments

Herbal-Minded Holiday Gift Guide

The holiday season has arrived, and this is often a time when we think of giving something special to those we love and care for. However, the idea of picking
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine
Human/Plant Connection
Sustainability
April 14, 202210Comments

13 Aromatic Plants You Can Easily Grow at Home

Have you thought about growing a garden this spring? Now is a great time to start preparing! Whether you're a complete beginner, or a master in aromatic medicine making, there is
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Human/Plant Connection
Sustainability
November 22, 202119Comments

Being A Conscious Essential Oil Consumer – Resist the EO Marketers!

This holiday time of year, there are great deals everywhere and multi-level marketing networks working overtime to sell essential oils. Don’t get me wrong – essential oils are amazing aromatic
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic History & Lore
Plant Profiles
Sustainability
October 27, 20219Comments

Saving Spikenard: The Sustainability Struggle

Some might say that the words sustainable and essential oil can never be in the same sentence. Essential oils have dynamic health benefits, however, they’re also resource-intensive products. Hundreds to
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic History & Lore
Human/Plant Connection
Ritual
Sustainability
July 19, 20210Comments

Smudging: An Issue of Ethics and Sustainability

Have you ever scrolled past a social media ad with an image of someone burning a smudge stick of White Sage with the caption reading something like, “Say Bye-Bye to
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Plant Profiles
Sustainability
November 25, 20190Comments

A Distress Call from the Sacred White Sage Plant

Oftentimes when trends spread like wildfire around the world, there is a great deal of misinformation or lack of understanding around them. Unfortunately, many trends these days include the use
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic Recipes
Incense as Medicine
Sustainability
August 19, 20190Comments

Incense & Aromatics for Mental Focus & Clarity

Do you experience issues with mental focus and clarity, brain fog, or trouble with your memory? The aromatic incense plants I talk about in the video above have been used
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Ayurveda
Plant Profiles
Sustainability
January 23, 20180Comments

The Ancient Divinity and Healing of Sandalwood

One of the most widely used metaphysical plants in the world is the renowned Sandalwood tree. The use of this sacred tree in spirituality and ritual dates back thousands of
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Incense as Medicine
Plant Profiles
Sustainability
September 11, 20170Comments

Palo Santo – Holy Wood

Palo Santo (Holy Wood) has been used throughout Central America and many northern territories of South America for thousands of years for purification and cleansing of the physical, energetic, and
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There was a time when fragrance was more precious There was a time when fragrance was more precious than gold. ✨ And the common thread between almost every ancient culture was... aroma. Across the world, aromatic plants were treasured not only for their beauty, but as symbols of status, medicine, spirituality, and connection with the divine. Though every culture developed its own traditions, many shared the belief that scent could bridge the visible and invisible worlds. Smoke was thought to carry prayer upward and invite the sacred down. Whether it was potent attar perfumes in India, fragrant cones melting over the wigs of ancient Egyptians, or sacred resins burning in Roman temples, one belief remained the same: Scent could travel where words couldn't. In our newest video blog, we explore the fascinating history of natural perfumery, how it’s shaped civilizations for thousands of years, and how this ancient art is still a way for us to connect with the sacred. 🔥🌿 Watch the full video at the link in our bio. #sacred #ancientegypt #diyperfume #naturalperfume #aromaticoils
For some of us, scent is more than just fragrance… For some of us, scent is more than just fragrance… It’s a calling. ✨ We’re not just drawn to aroma because it smells good. We’re drawn to it because it speaks to something deeper: it stirs the soul, tells stories, and carries meaning that words can’t always hold. Attars are one of the oldest forms of natural perfume, crafted long before alcohol sprays and synthetic fragrance took over. These oil-based perfumes are made through slow distillation or infusion of aromatic plants, woods, resins, and flowers in a way that’s pure, potent, and deeply intentional. Attars blur the line between scent and soul, reconnecting us to the living essence of plants and the wisdom of tradition. Their roots run deep across India, Persia, and the Middle East, where attars have been used not just for scent, but for medicine, ritual, and sacred adornment. Sadly, many modern “attars” have lost this legacy, mass-produced with synthetic ingredients that are harmful to both the body and the environment. It’s time to return to the true tradition of attars. ✨ Our Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course is an immersive journey into the aromatics, techniques, and cultural and spiritual significance behind this extraordinary aromatic tradition while learning how to create your own botanical attars. If you've felt called to deepen your aromatic practice, this may be exactly what you've been looking for. 🚨 For a few more days, we're offering an exclusive discount before the price increases permanently. ✨ Comment ATTARS to learn more and start your journey.
Most people experience fragrance as something they Most people experience fragrance as something they spray on before heading out the door. But perfumers experience fragrance differently. They learn to recognize the energy of Rose, the depth of Sandalwood, and the mystery of Oud. Over time, they begin to understand how fragrance tells stories, evokes memories, transports us across cultures, and can connect us more deeply with the natural world. Attars offer a unique doorway into that world. ✨ For centuries, these luxurious oil-based perfumes have been crafted throughout India and the Middle East using precious woods, florals, spices, and aromatic treasures gathered from around the Earth. They have long been treasured as some of the world's most exquisite natural fragrances. And perhaps most importantly, they invite us into a more intimate relationship with the plants themselves. Our Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course is an immersive journey into the timeless traditions of crafting this unique style of natural perfume. You'll explore the aromatics, techniques, and cultural and spiritual significance behind this tradition while learning exactly how to create your own botanical attars. You'll also learn to experience aromatics in a new way, develop your senses, and cultivate your creativity. Imagine applying a rare attar fragrance you created yourself… A scent inspired by your own experiences, intentions, memories, and imagination. A perfume that exists nowhere else in the world. It's a skill—and an art—that can stay with you for a lifetime. ✨ For 1 week only, enjoy an exclusive discount before the mini-course price increases permanently. You'll receive lifetime access, so you can enroll at the discounted price now and begin whenever you're ready. Learn at your own pace, on your own schedule. Learn more about our Attars Mini-Course at the link in bio. 🌿✨ #aromaticoils #storyofscent #aromatics #naturalperfumery #naturalperfumeryhistory
Before perfume bottles... before essential oils... Before perfume bottles... before essential oils... before scented candles... there was aromatic smoke. 🌿💨 Imagine what it was like, thousands of years ago, witnessing it for the first time: raw resin dropped onto hot coals, releasing a mesmerizing fragrance with no synthetic world to compare it to, no candle aisle, no perfume counter. Just smoke carrying something that felt otherworldly. It's no surprise aromatic materials were treated as treasures reserved for royalty, gods, and the dead. Raw aromatic plants have scented human life for thousands of years, long before essential oils and synthetic scents. In fact, the word perfume comes from the Latin phrase per fumum, which translates to "through smoke." In our new video blog, we trace that history, from ancient Egypt to traditional attars, and explore what natural perfumery still has to teach us about aroma, ritual, and nature. 🎥 Watch the full video at the link in our bio. #ancientegypt #naturalperfume #incense #kyphi #sacred
Have you ever caught a scent that instantly transp Have you ever caught a scent that instantly transported you to a forgotten memory? Or felt a fragrance stir something deep inside you that words couldn't quite explain? That's the difference between a good natural perfume, and a truly unforgettable one. Scent tells a story. It awakens memory, stirs emotion, and speaks directly to the heart. This is the world you'll explore in The Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course with award-winning natural perfumer JK DeLapp. JK transformed his passion for natural perfumery into Rising Phoenix Perfumery, where he creates exceptional all-natural perfumes and attars, traveling the world sourcing some of the rarest botanical essences available. In this course, you'll: ✨ Explore the ancient history & tradition of attars ✨ Work with rare & precious botanical ingredients from around the world ✨ Understand top, heart & base notes and how a perfume unfolds over time ✨ Formulate your own exquisite attar perfumes using traditional techniques & trusted formulas ✨ Create rich, soul-stirring attars that linger beautifully on the skin without synthetics or luxury price tag 🌿 For 1 week only, enjoy an exclusive discount before the mini-course price increases permanently! Learn more about our Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course at the link in bio. 🌿✨ #storyofscent #perfumery #naturalperfume #attar #naturalfragrances
An herbal farm in our community needs our support An herbal farm in our community needs our support 💔🌿 A devastating fire recently broke out at @oshalafarm in Applegate Valley, Oregon. Thankfully, everyone made it out safely, and their fields of growing herbs were spared. But the fire destroyed so much of what they’ve built: their dryer barn, storage barn filled with inventory, and essential farm infrastructure. Oshala Farm is a truly special place, a family-run farm that has spent over a decade cultivating high-quality organic herbs and sharing them with our community. If you have the means, please consider donating to their GoFundMe (linked in our bio) or sharing this post to help spread the word. Every contribution and share helps. 🌱
Do you dream of crafting your own luxurious, all-n Do you dream of crafting your own luxurious, all-natural perfumes using botanical scents that linger, captivate, and tell a story? Our Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course was designed to help you do exactly that. In 8 immersive lessons, you'll: 🌿 Explore the ancient history of natural perfume & attars 🌿 Discover the traditional aromatic materials used in attars 🌿 Learn how to formulate balanced, long-lasting fragrances 🌿 Master both traditional & modern attar-making techniques 🌿 Get familiar with the essential tools & supplies 🌿 Follow step-by-step guidance to craft your own attar perfumes 🌿 Discover techniques for creating depth & scent longevity 🌿 Experience the joy of creating perfumes that are entirely your own Taught by award-winning perfumer JK DeLapp, this course is perfect for both beginners and experienced perfumers who want to deepen their skills in natural perfumery. It's also an ideal introduction for anyone interested in our Natural Perfumery Course but not yet ready to dive into the full program. ✨ For 1 week only, enjoy an exclusive discount before the mini-course price increases permanently. Learn more about our Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course at the link in bio. 🌿✨ #aromatics #aromaticoils #attars #attar #naturalfragrance #naturalperfumery
There’s a corner of the aromatic world that many h There’s a corner of the aromatic world that many have yet to explore. ✨ It’s a place where scent becomes story, and the line between perfumery and sacred ritual begins to dissolve. It goes beyond simply blending top, heart, and base notes, inviting you into an art of creating fragrances that carry beauty and intention. For centuries, traditional attar-making has brought together aromatic plants and craftsmanship into a truly unique form of natural perfumery. And this week, we're opening the door to this world once again. The Crafting Supreme Attars Mini-Course is an immersive journey into the timeless traditions of botanical attar-making. You'll explore the ingredients, techniques, and cultural and spiritual significance behind this extraordinary aromatic tradition while learning how to create your own all-natural attars. If you've felt called to deepen your aromatic practice, this may be exactly what you've been looking for. 🚨 For 1 week only, we're offering an exclusive discount on this mini-course before the price increases permanently. Learn more at the link in bio. ✨ #attars #attar #naturalperfumery #naturalperfumeryhistory #essentialoils #aromaticoils
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