Essential Oil of the Month: Inula graveolens

Are you currently fighting off a bad cold & flu? This month’s Essential Oil is not widely used, but has powerful mucolytic, antispasmodic, expectorant and astringent properties: Inula graveolens.

 

Course Highlight: Acupressure in First Aid

Would you know how to help someone in a case of emergency while waiting for an ambulance to arrive? These minutes are crucial for saving lives by providing immediate first aid. In our upcoming course "Acupressure in First Aid" students are going to learn an effective way to relief the symptoms of casualties before medical officers can take over.

Aromatherapy Q & A

Photo Credit: Lavandula angustifolia

This week we start our new series called "Aromatherapy Q&A" interviewing APA tutors, graduates and students so you can learn more about them and get a special insight into our aromatherapy school.

Each week three of our tutors, graduates or students will answer one interesting question from our fans - if you would like to ask a question, just post it on our Facebook timeline and we'll add it to our list!

Carrier Oil of the Month: St. John's Wort

Photo Credit: Glyn Baker

This month's carrier oil has exceptional healing and soothing properties, dating far back to the ancient Greece where it was used as medicine for a variety of illnesses including nervous disorders: St. John's Wort Oil.

The plant is usually in full bloom on around 24 June, the birthday of John Baptist from whom St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) got its name.

Workshop Highlight: The Healing Art of Reflexology

A great way to kick off the New Year is to take care of one's body by eliminating built-up toxins, boosting the immune system and restoring natural balance. A holistic therapy known for thousands of years - benefiting people of all ages - can help the body healing itself: Reflexology.

Q&A with Aromatherapy Certificate Course Student Susanne

Today we have a little chat with Susanne, one of our first aromatherapy Certificate Course students who is currently enrolled in Level II and will soon be perfectly qualified to use around 20 essential oils safely and effectively. We talk about her experience with the class so far, her favorite essential oils and her tips for all those interested in taking this aromatherapy course: