Helichrysum italicum essential oil and other extracts are well-known for their skin-healing, regenerative, and anti-inflammatory properties. The same effects are often attributed to its hydrolat (hydrosol), largely based on experienced aromatherapists’ observations rather than direct scientific evidence. Two recent in-vitro…
As the days get shorter and the autumn clouds roll in, many of us find ourselves searching for a natural way to stay alert and motivated. While coffee remains my beloved go-to for a quick fix, I always keep a…
Sleep challenges can sneak up on us at any time – whether it’s the stress of a new school year, the excitement of the festive season, an important event on the horizon, or seemingly for no reason at all. Essential…
If you spend time outdoors, hike or camp, play sports, garden, do DIY, or interact with pets – scratches, cuts, and bruises are almost inevitable. Incorporating hydrolats (hydrosols) into your wound care and scar treatment routine can make a real…
Conference Recap: The Modern Practice of Aromatherapy 2025 The annual conference of the Lithuanian Association of Aromatherapists was held at the beautiful Europe’s Park-Museum, nestled in the forests just outside Lithuania’s capital, Vilnius. The conference consisted of three parts:…
My Presentation on Medicinal Plant Distillation at the Lithuanian Association of Aromatherapists Annual Conference I had the privilege of presenting at the Lithuanian Association of Aromatherapists annual conference “The Practice of Contemporary Aromatherapy” on June 7th, 2025 in Vilnius. Together…
Distillation Experiment: Mandarin Fruit Hydrolat Citrus essential oils are very popular, but citrus hydrolats (hydrosols) are quite a rare find. Since I was able to access fresh and untreated mandarins from Sardegna (Italy), I decided to experiment and distill them…
Fight Chlorine Allergy with Blue Tansy EO Inhalation Today, October 24th, is a World Swim Day. If you want to celebrate that with a swim, probably your best option is to go to a pool. For most people, it’s too…
Oak Bark Hydrolat: Magnificent Aroma and Challenging Distillation Ever since my good friend and fellow distiller gifted me oak bark (Quercus robur) hydrolat, I was determined to distill it myself one day. I was captivated by its luxurious, woody, earthy,…
There are numerous recipes and tips for using essential oils and herbs during the winter. However, hydrolats (or hydrosols) are often overlooked, which is unfortunate! The reality is that hydrolats can usually be used more easily and quickly. If the…