I don't know about you but with the summer drawing to a close and with the kids safely back at school, I now have the opportunity to relax and unwind, after what has been a pretty hectic and stressful summer break.
The summer holidays, in my opinion, can be one of the most stressful periods of the year. What with the depressing weather, worrying about work and a demanding tribe to entertain, we often don't switch off properly - and by the time we get into holiday mode it's time to head back to work again.
Stress can make us irritable and tired and can play havoc with our looks and health, and as we head back to work after the summer break, it's the last thing we need. Stress and tension are easy to diffuse though if you regularly set aside time to relax, unwind and relieve the pressures of a hectic lifestyle.
So, when the kids are tucked up in bed or doing their homework, make sure you enjoy a little bit of therapeutic 'me-time'.
For a relaxing bath I'd recommend adding four to ten drops of essential oil to a warm bath. Try
Rose,
Neroli,
Ylang Ylang or
Chamomile and mix with milk first to help the oils to disperse.
Alternatively try Potions & Possibilities
Ultra Relaxing Luxury Bath Oil (£12.99), hand-blended with Rose for calming, Sandalwood for lifting the spirits and Chamomile and Lavender to promote rest and relaxation.
Another popular product is the
Relax and Unwind Bath & Shower Gel (£7.99) with Palma Rosa to soothe the mind, Frankincense to condition the skin, Geranium and Ylang Ylang to enhance emotional wellbeing and Grapefruit and Echinacea to energise and protect.
For daytime use, I'd suggest our
Relaxation Balm (£4.99) that includes essential oils of Rose, Neroli and Ylang Ylang to relax, lift the spirits and help with concentration and irritability.
If you'd like any further tips or product advice please just
email me direct or call 01394 386161.
Julie
