What is Ylang Ylang? Ylang Ylang, a captivating fragrance that may not be familiar to you by name, but its sweet and floral essence is likely to have crossed your path. This exquisite aroma is often found in perfumes and skin care products, most notably in the...
Camellia History Camellia seed oil is of my favorite ingredients. Camellias, a staple in southern gardens, is one of my favorite blooms. Their origin can be traced 5,000 years to China and Japan. The plant arrived in Europe in the 16th century but didn’t...
What are the top 7 uses for argan oil? Sometimes known as Moroccan liquid gold, argan oil has a multitude of uses inclusive of alleviating and treating dry skin, rashes, and treating acne ridden skin. Historically, it was used for its curative properties...
Did you know that it takes approximately 2000 lbs of flowers to make one pound of neroli essential oil? The oil is extracted from the bitter orange tree and is believed to have orginated in Asia. However, the Italians were the first to steam distill the oil in the...
My tea olive trees are blooming again! Native to China, tea olives are in the same family as jasmine and olives. They graciously bloom four times a year sharing their sweet fragrance throughout my backyard. The tree and flowers have been used in cooking, teas,...
