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Natural Perfumery
July 9, 20260Comments

The Ancient Art of Attars Through the Eyes of a Master Perfumer

Most modern perfumes are diluted with alcohol, but traditional attars are in a completely different category. Derived from an Arabic word that translates to "scent,” attars have been crafted for
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic Recipes
Topical Medicine
April 24, 20260Comments

Anti-Aging Aromatics: Herbs & Essential Oils for Radiant Skin

My friend and I were sitting together recently, enjoying the warm spring afternoon light in the park, talking about everything and nothing. At some point, the conversation turned, as it
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Alchemy
Natural Perfumery
January 15, 20260Comments

Creating Harmony: The Composition of Natural Perfumes

We live in a world saturated with scent. Our air fresheners, laundry detergents, cosmetics, body products, and even most perfumes are infused with synthetic fragrance compounds designed to imitate nature.
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Incense as Medicine
October 16, 20250Comments

5 Common Myths About Incense (and the Truth Behind Them)

Lighting incense has a way of transforming not just the space around you, but the atmosphere within you. The match strikes, the incense tip glows amber-red, and within moments the
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Bottles of essential oil with frankincense resin and candles
Aromatherapy
Incense as Medicine
April 10, 20250Comments

Aromatherapy for Stress Relief & Relaxation

Turn on the news, scroll through social media, or simply glance at your to-do list, and it’s clear – stress has become an unavoidable part of modern life. From the
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Aromatic Recipes
Human/Plant Connection
Incense as Medicine
Incense Crafting
Ritual
October 1, 20240Comments

Incense 101: Aromatic Medicine Beyond Incense Sticks

The scented swirls of incense smoke carry a profound story – the life cycle of each botanical ingredient, the journey from seedling to thriving herb, nurtured by the sun and
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Ayurveda
Herbal Medicine
January 30, 20240Comments

Holistic Aromatic Medicine Through The Ayurvedic Lens

Ayurveda is an ancient healing science from India that offers a holistic approach to well-being and longevity. The very word “Ayurveda” can be translated as “knowledge of life” or “science
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic Recipes
Ayurveda
Topical Medicine
July 11, 20230Comments

Enhancing Your DIY Beauty Care With Aromatic Plants

When it comes to health and wellness, we often focus intently on what we put in our bodies – but what we put on our bodies can be just as
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Incense as Medicine
March 14, 20230Comments

Addressing Stress & Anxiety with Aromatic Medicine & Mindfulness

You can’t treat plants like pills. Too often, aromatherapy is used as a quick fix for our problems, when it doesn’t really work that way. If you have a headache,
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Incense as Medicine
August 25, 20229Comments

10 Aromatic Plants for Overcoming Anxiety

The world can feel overwhelming at times. There are so many herbs that can help ease anxiety, it’s almost as if the plants know how chaotic life can feel and
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
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Have you ever noticed you're always reaching for L Have you ever noticed you're always reaching for Lavender, while someone else can't get enough Rosemary? Why does one person love warming spices like Ginger and Cardamom, while another craves the cooling freshness of Peppermint or Lemon Balm? What if those preferences aren't just random? For thousands of years, traditional healing systems observed that plants and people both express unique energetics. They believed the herbs and aromas we're naturally drawn to can sometimes offer subtle clues about our constitution, our current state of balance, and what our bodies and minds need most. The more we begin paying attention to these patterns, the more we learn how to observe ourselves with greater awareness. Rather than asking only, "What herb is good for this symptom?" we begin asking a different question: Why am I drawn to this particular plant right now? And when we start to tune into that information, it can tell us so much about not only who we are, but where we might be out of balance, and what types of herbs and aromatics might best suit our personality and energy in this moment. In our latest blog, we're exploring: 🌱 Why certain herbs seem to "call" to us 🌱 How ancient healing traditions understood plant energetics 🌱 Why aromatic medicine goes far beyond matching herbs to symptoms 🌱 What your favorite plants might reveal about you ✨ Comment HERBS to get the full article sent straight to your inbox! ______________ #herbalenergetics #plantenergetics #energetics #energeticalignment #herbalism #aromatherapy #herbalist
What if your favorite herb is trying to tell you s What if your favorite herb is trying to tell you something? 🌿 Why are some people naturally drawn to warming herbs like Ginger and Cardamom, while others can't get enough Lavender, Rose, or Peppermint? Is it just personal preference...or could there be something deeper? For thousands of years, traditional healing systems observed that both plants and people express unique energetics. They suggest that, at times, we naturally gravitate toward the qualities our bodies and minds need most. While this isn't always the case, many herbalists, aromatherapists, and holistic practitioners have observed that the plants we're repeatedly drawn to can sometimes offer clues about what we're experiencing physically, emotionally, or energetically. In our latest blog, we explore: ✨ Why we're naturally drawn to certain herbs or aromas ✨ How plants + people express their own unique energetics ✨ The wisdom shared across ancient healing traditions ✨ Why understanding these patterns can deepen the way you work with herbs Read the full article at the link in our bio. 👇 We'd love to know: Which herb or aroma do you find yourself returning to again and again? ________________ #energetics #herbalenergetics #herbalism #aromatherapy #herbalist #aromatherapist #plantwisdom
Have you heard of the Doctrine of Signatures? Thi Have you heard of the Doctrine of Signatures? This traditional herbal concept suggests that a plant's appearance (like its shape, color, aroma, growth habit, or even where it grows) can offer clues to its medicinal actions. Take Wild Celery, for example. It thrives in environments where water meets salt: salt marshes, estuaries, riverbanks, damp coastal meadows. These mineral-rich, ever-changing landscapes can reflect something essential about the plant itself. Wild Celery's preference for moist, fertile ground mirrors its traditional use as a remedy for the body's fluid systems, supporting circulation, cleansing, and elimination the same way water constantly moves through the wetlands it calls home. Its connection to salt hints at its sodium-rich stalks and its traditional role in supporting the kidneys and fluid balance in the body. When we study a plant's native habitat, we learn not only where it grows, but how it lives and thrives. And sometimes, that story offers profound insight into how the plant may support us. That's why studying a plant’s botany, ecology, and history is every bit as important as learning a plant's therapeutic actions. A plant's greatest teachings aren't just found in a benefits list…they're found in its story. ✨ 🎥 This clip is an excerpt from our in-depth Wild Celery Plant Talk inside the Aromatic Medicine Garden. 🌱 Learn more about our online educational hub at the link in our bio. _____________ #herbalism #herbalist #aromatherapy #doctrineofsignatures #herbaleducation #learningaboutplants
Did you know there are actually several distinct t Did you know there are actually several distinct types of Frankincense trees that are popularly harvested for resin? Each species offers its own aromatic fingerprint, with subtle shifts in brightness and depth. Some varieties have more golden hues and piney, citrusy notes, while others display a darker, woody appearance, releasing deep, earthy aromas with undertones of balsamic spice. Each resin offers a different, unique experience to connect with this sacred aromatic plant. But these trees aren't an endless resource. Several species of Boswellia are now considered endangered, threatened by climate stress, over-harvesting, and grazing pressure. This is why sustainable and ethical sourcing matters more than ever. Higher Mind Incense offers Frankincense that is sustainably and ethically harvested through tribal co-ops in Somalia and from responsible harvesters in India, who are trained to care for the trees and ensure the long-term preservation and regeneration of native populations. 🌿 Experience the unique character of each Frankincense variety through the link in our bio. ___________ #frankincense #frankincenseresin #incense #incenseresin #sustainablesourcing #endangeredspecies #boswellia #sacredritual
Do you like making herbal tea? 🚧 Make sure you don Do you like making herbal tea? 🚧 Make sure you don’t forget this important step… Cover your mug! This helps keep all the valuable volatile oils (aka aromatic compounds) in your tea. Volatile oils are extracted from plants to produce essential oils and have many therapeutic benefits. They evaporate very easily, so if you don’t cover your container while your tea is brewing, some of the medicinal benefits of the herbs could vaporize with the rising steam! There are two common ways of making herbal tea: herbal infusions and decoctions. In an herbal infusion, to get the most therapeutic compounds out of your herbs, steep 1 TBSP of herb per 8 oz. of hot water in a cup or teapot for at least 15 minutes, covered. You can make an herbal decoction by placing dried herbs in a pot on your stovetop and heating the water to a gentle simmer for 20-45 minutes while covered. A decoction is ideal for more hardy herbs, like roots, berries, barks, seeds, and mushrooms, with a few exceptions. Delicate herbs like leaves and flowers should be prepared with a hot water infusion. Then strain and enjoy! Cheers ☕🌿 __________ #herbaltea #aromatictea #aromaticherbs #aromaticmedicine #herbalinfusion #decoction #brewingtea
Have you ever used herbal tinctures? Tinctures, a Have you ever used herbal tinctures? Tinctures, an important form of herbal alcohol extraction, have existed for thousands of years. Many believe that they’ve been around since the discovery of alcoholic beverages. A recent discovery suggests that the earliest alcoholic drink in the world was a type of fermented grape wine, including rice, honey, and Hawthorn berry. The remnants of this beverage were found on pottery from Jiahu, an ancient village in China, that dates back to 7000–6600 BCE. Many medicinal and aromatic plants can be infused into alcohol to make tinctures for internal or topical use. Many resins can also be extracted with alcohol. Oleo-gum-resins like Frankincense and Myrrh can also, though more careful calculations are required for them to be a success. Resin tinctures end up being very potent and strong-tasting, and often require a lower dosage or are added to water to take the edge off. What’s your favorite botanical tincture? 👇 ____________ #herbaltincture #herbalism #herbalist #naturalremedy #tinctures #herbalremedy
☀️ If I could only keep one thing with me all summ ☀️ If I could only keep one thing with me all summer, it wouldn't be a portable fan, or even a popsicle. It would be a homemade cooling aromatic body spray. 🌿💦 A few spritzes of cooling botanicals like Peppermint, Eucalyptus, or Rose can cool the skin on contact, perfect after long summer days gardening, hiking, hanging by the river, or just trying to get through a heat wave. And it's fast and easy to make. In our new blog, we share our favorite Cooling Body Spray recipe along with a guide to the best cooling herbs for summer. 🌸 ✨Link in bio. ____________ #coolingspray #essentialoilspray #aromatherapyspray #DIYrecipe #DIYherbalism #coolingbodyspray #naturalremedy #herbalremedy
☀️ Comment DIY to get the full recipe guide! 🌿💦 S ☀️ Comment DIY to get the full recipe guide! 🌿💦 Summer is officially heating up! At the start of the season, there's nothing better than getting outside and soaking up every bit of sunshine. It's usually right about now though… once the season's worn in a little, that I (and everyone I know) start hunting for ways to keep cool. There’s something about the hot weather that can leave you feeling sluggish and sun-tired, stuck in that overheated, can't-quite-shake-it-off fog…making it a little harder to stay energized (or patient 😅). One of my favorite ways to cut through that feeling is with an uplifting, cooling aromatic body spray. Just a few spritzes of cooling botanicals like Peppermint, Lemon Balm, Lavender, and Rose, and your body (and mind) feel refreshed again. In our newest blog post, we're sharing: 🌿 Our favorite cooling aromatic herbs ❄️ How these plants naturally help you beat the heat 🧴 A simple DIY Cooling Body Spray recipe you can make at home Comment DIY below, and we'll send the complete recipe guide straight to your inbox! _____________ #coolingspray #DIYherbalism #DIYrecipe #herbalrecipe #herbalremedy #naturalremedy #essentialoilrecipe
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