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The best thing about spray tanning is that you can get that bronze glow without having to lie under the sun for hours, ultimately exposing yourself to all the health risks associated with UV radiation. If you are serious about your health and want to be safe while tanning, you should opt for an organic spray tan. Organic spray tanning has taken the lead in the spray tan industry as it offers many advantages over traditional spray tanning.

Abdominal massage is a healing technique used by many ancient cultures, including the Mayans, Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and Thai Therapeutic Massage. However, when we get a massage in the United States, this part of our body is rarely touched. The abdomen is where the majority of our organs reside and giving this area of our body’s attention can have many benefits.

Regular practice of Meditation can help us develop other beneficial habits and feelings, such as a positive mood and outlook, self-discipline, healthy sleep patterns, and even increased pain tolerance.

If you are one of the many Hay fever sufferers you will know that your symptoms are worse between the months of March – September when the weather is warm, humid and windy. During this time you will display some or all of the following: • Runny or blocked nose • Itchy, red or watery eyes • Loss of smell • Pain across your forehead and around the temples • Headaches • Itchy throat, nose, mouth or eyes • Sneezing and coughing • Tiredness There is currently no cure for Hay fever I’m afraid, but there are some natural home remedies you can try to ease any symptoms during times of high pollen count.

As an aromatherapist I am always on the lookout for new scientific research on the properties and benefits of using Essential Oils for emotional and physical well-being. I love to trawl through the internet looking for the newest articles, writings and studies from around the world to help me gain a better understanding of my form of complementary medicine. As one of the Two Green Witches, formulating and producing natural, organic, plant-based skincare and haircare solutions also makes me curious as to how I can help our clients and customers with specific skin issues by the essential oils used in all of our creams, oils, balms and lotions. So what are Essential Oils, how do they work and what is the latest research saying about their use and ‘healing’ properties?

It seems that over 90% of conventional skin and hair care products are packaged in plastic these days. Would you grow an organic garden in the middle of an oil plant, and enjoy eating from it? I know I wouldn't. We, at Two Green Witches, feel the same about our skincare products.

Carrier Oil, also known as base oil or vegetable oil, is used to dilute essential oils before they are applied to the skin or used combined with natural butters, vitamins and essential oils as creams, lotions and balms in natural skin and haircare products.

You will have heard of Collagen...... So what is Pseudo Collagen? Pseudo Collagen mimics the action of collagen by its ability to retain water but imparts greater elasticity and suppleness giving a youthful look to skin.

All the essential oils listed are among the most widely used and readily available. Essential oils should not be applied to the skin undiluted or taken internally unless specifically prescribed by a medically qualified adviser.

Relaxation and meditation are becoming increasingly valued as tools for stress management and for reducing the physical and mental effects of stress. Relaxation therapy consists of simple breathing exercises and muscle relaxation techniques. Meditation is a means of achieving deep relaxation and focusing the mind.