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What you need to know about the cannabinoid spectrum range

If you’re looking into CBD for help with a painful physical condition, anxiety or a problem sleeping, you may be wondering which CBD product is best for you. Among the wealth of new topical and ingestible offerings on the market, you also need consider which spectrum or type of...

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Reach for the lemongrass essential oil as the temperature rises

Clients who love the scent of citrus – and who doesn’t – will thank you for introducing them to lemongrass essential oil. The oil, which comes from the lemongrass plant that grows in many tropical and subtropical parts of the world, offers a comforting citrus-earthy fragrance...

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Eczema sufferers turn to CBD and other natural remedies for relief

If you suffer from eczema, you know how profoundly it can affect your life. Most everyone experiences some skin irritation at some time in their life, often caused by an allergic reaction to pets, food, insect bites or chemicals. But eczema takes that irritation to a whole new level.  It’s a chronic non-contagious inflammatory skin condition that brings on...

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Getting down to essentials: Grapefruit Essential Oil

For many people, grapefruit is the perfect morning “wake up call. It’s a rich source of Vitamin C, which has antioxidant properties and so helps in boosting the immune system. But you can enjoy the healthy benefits of grapefruit throughout the day in other ways besides having a glass of juice or a bowl of grapefruit sections in the morning. Grapefruit essential oil is...

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Experiencing Anxiety? Here are some things to do each day.

We’re experiencing a lot of anxiety at this time. The coronavirus pandemic had already taken its toll on Americans when we were flung into a situation of national social unrest. A study taken at the height of the pandemic by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) found one third of Americans showing signs of depression or anxiety.[1]  Even in times less...

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Planning for re-opening: Steps to take

While the exact timeframe for re-opening your spa or massage practice still may be uncertain, now is the time to start planning.  Hopefully, through social media, emails and text messaging, you’ve kept in touch with clients during the Covid-19 shutdown (See: ”Stay in touch with clients during the pandemic”) so that they are as eager to re-engage with your...

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Reach out and “text” someone

With so much change sweeping across the country now, you want to make it a priority to keep in touch with clients. They need to know you are thinking about them; and you want to keep them up to date on your business and its state of...

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CBD is a new natural option for back pain relief

“Oh, my aching back.” When is the last time you uttered those words? If you are like many Americans, it probably wasn’t too long ago. Maybe just the other day.  Georgetown University Health Policy Institute reports that back problems are among...

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Revitalize client skin for summer with olive oil

If you’re looking for a third-party testimony about the value of olive oil for skin, look no further. The ancient Egyptian ruler was known for taking baths with olive oil to make her skin smooth and shiny. The benefits of olive oil are impressive...

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Getting Down to Essentials: Rosemary Essential Oil

alk about versatility. Since ancient times, rosemary has been used for a number of both culinary and medicinal purposes and even religious ceremonies. The Morning Call notes that the Greeks and Romans believed that Rosemary would improve...

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Consumers ready to go back to salons, spa once things reopen

The news looks good for salons, spa and massage therapy professionals about client enthusiasm over reopening. A recent survey conducted by consulting firm Buzz Beauté finds that consumers are going to...

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Does Topical CBD Provide Pain Relief? Here’s What We Know

Baby boomers and millennials may not agree on a lot of things. But, one thing they do share is their enthusiasm for CBD. A study[1] conducted last year by the CBD Marketing Group found that much of...

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