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What is Aromatherapy?

Thousands of years old, the practice of aromatherapy is based on the use of essential oils. Essential oils are extracted from the aromatic essences of certain plants, trees, fruits, flowers, herbs and spices. Each one has its own scent and unique healing properties. When the extracted oils are inhaled or applied to the skin(in a carrier oil), they begin to work immediately on body tissues and then are absorbed through the pores and into the bloodstream to treat specific ailments and restore your natural balance both physically and mentally.

Purple Prairie Botanicals uses high quality, steam distilled medicinal grade essential oils in all our products.

What are Herbal infusions?
Many of our products contain "herbal infusions". How do we prepare these natural remedies? All flowers & herbs used are organically grown on site. We pick plant material as close to the waxing(full) moon as possible and dry until the the waning moon. We then cover the herbs in organic olive oil, seal and let the sun draw out the medicinal qualites until ready.

Skin benefits of the most common ingredients:

Organic Olive Oil

Olive oil is an excellent moisturizer because it attracts external moisture, holds it close to the skin and protects the the body from internal moisture loss. Unlike Synthetic and petroleum products, Olive oil does not block the natural functions of the skin. Olive oil will not cause acne and other skin problems.

Organic Cold pressed Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is ideal for skin care. It helps protect your skin from the aging effects of free radicals, and can help improve the appearance of skin with its anti-aging benefits. When coconut oil is absorbed into the skin and connective tissues, it helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by helping to keep connective tissues strong and supple. Coconut oil will not only bring temporary benefits to the skin, but it will aid in restoring your skin's youthful appearance. The coconut oil will aid in exfoliating the outer layer of dead skin cells, making the skin smoother. It also penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin to strengthen the underlying tissues.

Jojoba oil

Jojoba oil contains more than four times the waxy esters found in human skin sebum. It helps us maintain normal skin function while allowing the skin to repair and rebalance.

Sunflower oil

Sunflower oil, extracted from sunflower seeds, is very nourishing and is also a wonderful moisturizer. Sunflower oil contains naturally occurring Vitamin A and E. Vitamin A, also known as retinol, provides many health benefits, as does vitamin E. Both vitamins neutralize free radicals. Sunflower oil is recommended for most skin types, from normal to oily. A non-greasy, protective layer is formed on the skin when Sunflower oil is used, providing a smooth and luxurious texture every time.

Shea Butter

Also known as African karite butter. This has been used in Africa for centuries for its abitity to soothe dry, chapped skin. This butter can be used for the most sensitive skin including newborn babies.

Carrot seed oil

Carrot seed oil is rich in beta-carotene and vitamin A, It heals chapped, sun damaged skin and is high in antioxidants. It balances the skins moisture content.

Essential oils

The benefits of essential oils are endless. These plant oils restore balance to the mind and body.

Herbal infused Olive oils

This ingredient is made by steeping organic herbs/flowers in Olive oil to release the beneficial properties of the herb/flower. We pick the herbs/flowers close to the full moon and place the infusions in the sun until ready.Chamomile infused oil is an excellent oil to use for the relief of the syptoms of eczema and dermatitis. It helps to soothe rashes and irritated skin.Calendula infused oil has powerful skin healing properties. This makes it useful as the main oil in creams and ointment for cracked skin, burns, eczema, inflammations, rashes, work-rough hands, nappy rash, grazes and wounds. It also helps to fade old scars.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a natural presevative high in antioxidants. It also offers skin healing properties.

Oatmeal

Finely ground oatmeal is used as an exfoliant to release debris which collects on the skins surface. Soaps with oatmeal remove dirt and dead skin while stimulating the healthier cells below.