The Autumnal Equinox is a traumatic experience for lots of people. Many of us associate the end of summer with the end of fun, and the shorter, darker, colder days seem like a forecast of doom. Aromatherapy to the rescue! Aromatherapy for stress-reduction is an easy way to bring a little joy and light into... Read More

Dude! There's a reason we describe the urge to hurl as "waves" of nausea. Our word "nausea" is related to the word "nautical" -- even our word "navy", from the Greek word for the sea-waves.  The maritime reference alludes to classic mal du mer, or sea-sickness. But of course these disquieting waves can reach land-lubbers... Read More

Many people start their day by taking a stand-- in the shower. Not a bad idea. In fact, now it's an even better idea, according to new research. Essential oils in the shower, like the aromatic blends created by Essio, take this routine several minutes of hygiene into an immersive experience of botanical well-being. And... Read More

So you're sitting in your cube, and you feel waves of sick swirling over you. Was it that steaming monstrosity from the TackyTaco truck you wolfed down at 7 am, hoping it would kill the wavering green shimmer of your Labor Day hangover? Or simply the fact that summer's gone, dude? No more fireworks, no... Read More