If it sounds like I’m talking to you in this video, I am talking to you! Call, text or email me now 604.290.2697 info@theblendingbar.ca Find out if working together is the beginning of you feeling free, hopeful and enthusiastic about your life again! What have you got to lose? What have you got to gain? I ONLY HAVE SPACE FOR 5 PEOPLE! Call, text or email me now 604.290.2697 info@theblendingbar.ca Am I Speaking to You? How bad does it need to get to start feeling better? I ONLY HAVE SPACE FOR 5 PEOPLE! Call, text or email me now 604.290.2697 info@theblendingbar.ca ..read more

Need a quick break to reset your day? Take a 2 minute time out at Canim Lake to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. Bookmark this guided mindfulness meditation to come back to anytime you could use a little calm, clarity and focus in your day.  Namaste, Amy More: Meditative Yoga | Chair Yoga | Self-Care Classes | Private Sessions    ..read more

Essential Oil Safety Considerations We put together a list of safety precautions for the essential oils we carry. Most of the precautions listed are relevant to topical use only (diffusing is relatively safe when done properly and in moderation). It is important to dilute essential oils before applying topically. To learn more about the safety considerations for topical use, check out our Do I Need to Dilute Essential Oils before Applying Topically blogpost. Ingestion Please note oral application is not approved in North America and most aromatherapy associations have ..read more

Did you know that essential oils can help with digestive issues like acid reflux, nausea, and constipation? Whether you have occasional heart burn or need a firefighter to put out those flames, indigestion is no stranger to many of us. Stress is the root-cause of many of our digestive issues. When stressed, we are in a sympathetic nervous system state, which makes digestion difficult. For trouble-free digestion, we need to switch to a parasympathetic nervous system state so that we can rest and digest. Sometimes we need a little help to digest lunch + life The ingredients in the ..read more

Not sure how to choose the best application for you and your concerns? Applications like massage oils, lotions, diffuser blends, bath salts, roll ons, sprays and inhalers all work in different ways, so read on to learn when to use what... Lotions: Excellent for getting the healing properties of the essential oils into the deeper layers of the skin - this is where cellular regeneration occurs so, conditions of the skin can be helped immensely by lotions containing the right blend of essential oils. A gentle and soothing blend of plant botanicals to promote soft, healthy, and hyd ..read more

Essential oil blends can help with a variety of baby ailments like colic, sleep challenges and teething as well as pet issues like fleas, loss of appetite, stress and more. Babies and pets have a highly developed sense of smell and sensitive, so it is wise to go lightly on use of essential oils in their presence.  A good rule of thumb when you have babies and pets in the household: a little essential oil goes a long way. Passive Inhalation is Best If you are passively diffusing only (nothing topical, and no acute inhalation like an inhaler or steamer or direc ..read more

"I reach for Jojoba when blending for those with acne, rosacea, psoriasis or eczema because its molecular structure is almost identical to sebum- the natural oil in the skin. It beautifully supports the skin to rebalance, replenish and restore itself." -Amy Reedman "Oil-Free" has been a buzzword in makeup and skin care forever but now oily skin care is stepping up! There are different kinds of oils - many of which can help enhance your face care routine - so we are clearing up the myth that oil is bad for skin care.  What’s the difference between mi ..read more

BLANKET STATEMENTS Saying Tea Tree is toxic for pets is like saying Clary Sage is unsafe for women during pregnancy. If I'm wearing a body oil that contains 1 drop Clary Sage, 5 drops Neroli, 8 Frankincense, and 12 drops Bergamot in 50 ml jojoba oil, a pregnant woman around me and her beloved baby are not in danger. This is extremely different than this pregnant woman having a full body massage with a blend of 5% Clary Sage! Generalized statements just don't apply when it comes to essential oils. ASK AN EXPERT It is best to consult with a certified aromathera ..read more

"You See a Counsellor? What's Wrong with You?"  I think it's time to drop the stigma & keep it real.     BEFORE COUNSELLING: I thought if I needed a counsellor, it meant there was something wrong with me.   AFTER: Through counselling, I've learned there is nothing wrong with me. I'm ok and I'm enough and I feel better when I have an "outside of my daily life" person to connect with.  BEFORE COUNSELLING: I'll go to help me through this situation. Then I'll be able to "handle it", on my own. AFTER: Life has many challenges and I feel better with regular "mainten ..read more

It's important to be mindful of what essential oils are in the products you're applying topically before going into the sun. When exposed to the sun or UV light, some essential oils can increase photosensitivity. This means experiencing moderate to severe redness (sunburn), irritation, and/or possible blistering for up to 72 hours after use.  Essential oils to avoid before exposure to the sun or using tanning beds include Bergamot, cold expressed Lemon, Lime, and Bitter Orange. Please note we use Bergamot FCF which is safe to be used ..read more