The Aromatica Apothecary & Shop

A long time ago, an “Apothecary” referred to a person who had experience or ability in crafting medicines from herbs and substances. In the medieval history of medicine-making in Europe, the role was traditionally filled by men. Later on, an Apothecary came to represent a place, rather than a person, it became known as a storehouse of medicines, mostly herbs. Located outside of a medical establishment, it offered therefore an occupation open to women.

You’re in The Apothecary now!
Find links to aromatic herbs, spices and essential oils …

The Shop is where you can purchase scented botanical treasures

The Lavender Love Series Aroma Oils continues from Fall right into Winter season. I’m offering a curated collection of 5 Lavender blends plus 1 Tea Tree blend—a surprisingly sweet tea tree oil by the name of Rosalina. For a total of 6 aroma oils to choose from!

Shop for Lavender Love Aroma Oils. Click a button for the order page.

Click on a button above for Rose, Sandalwood, Lemongrass, Eucalyptus, Rosalina, or Cinnamon to be transported to Lavender Love Aroma Oils! Linger there and discover your sense of aromatic pleasure.

Happy Holidays to you.

The Apothecary: Advice for Listening to Scent

Mt Fuji and red leaves by Thanat Pirmpol (odatz) via Pixabay

A brilliant phrase, “Listening to Scent” is borrowed in part from Jennifer Peace Rhind’s book by the same title. The concept comes from a Japanese custom which incorporates the perfume of incense with the memories or instincts that burning a stick of Pine Tree resin (for example) might have for us.

How I view the idea of Listening to Scent, is simple. You need to have, to hold onto, to sniff, a small sample or an aromatic herb, spice, or essential oil. I think of smelling scent as a way into the senses, but besides the aromas we choose, it’s a way to discover the self. What do aromas tell us? Smelling sweet, pungent, green, fruity, rooty, or resinous, and more is to source or obtain the richness of nature. Intentionally smelling a single essential oil, or blend of several, allows us the freedom to explore.

Explore by “listening”. Or by inhalation and then reflect on your experience. When a fragrance tells you, “this smells delicious”, or beautiful, or calming, or exciting, you sense you’re on a path of discovery. Make time to intentionally smell find the aromas you love. Choose Flowers, Leaves, Seeds, Roots, Resins, Fruits, or Woods, or any combination of these.

Resources: Listening to Scent by Jennifer Peace Rhind. Published by Singing Dragon, Philadelphia, London.