Cinnamon oil: Essential and infused oils

Typically sourced from the bark or leaves of the cinnamon tree, cinnamon essential oil is said to offer a variety of health benefits.

These compounds include cinnamaldehyde, which has been found to reduce inflammation and act as an antimicrobial (a substance that destroys or
suppresses the growth of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi).

Although cinnamon oil has numerous health benefits, it often causes irritations and allergic reactions. Therefore people prefer to use cinnamon directly instead of using the oil.

Otherwise, dilute the essential oil with a +carrier oil+ (my favourite being olive oil) or to prepare herbal tea with it .
The other option is to infuse it with your favourite oil (eg olive or coconut oil).

Brain Function: Cinnamon boosts the activity of the brain and makes it a good brain tonic. It helps to remove nervous tension and memory loss. Research at the Wheeling Jesuit University in the United States has proved that the scent of cinnamon has the ability to boost brain activity.

Pain Relief: Cinnamon is also an anti-inflammatory substance, so it helps in removing stiffness of the muscles and joints.
♦Cinnamon is also recommended for arthritis, and it is known to help in removing headaches that are caused by colds.

Therapeutic properties

♠♠A therapeutic effect is a consequence of a medical treatment of any kind, the results of which are judged to be desirable and beneficial.
This is true whether the result was expected, unexpected, or even an unintended consequence of
the treatment♠♠

The therapeutic properties of cinnamon oil are; analgesic,
antiseptic,
antibiotic,
antispasmodic,
♥aphrodisiac,
astringent,
cardiac,
carminative,
emenagogue,
insecticide,
stimulant,
stomachic,
tonic 
vermifuge.

Cinnamon oil blends well with other herbs.
It blends well with;
benzoin,
cloves,
coriander,
cardamom ,
frankincense ,
ginger,
grapefruit,
lavender,
rosemary
thyme

source;
https://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/natural-essential-oils/health-benefits-of-cinnamon-oil.html plus photo
http://altmedicine.about.com/od/aromatherapy/a/Cinnamon-Essential-Oil.htm

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RISING ABOVE YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES...

※ cir·cum·stance - noun
1. a fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.
2. one's state of financial or material welfare. 

A few days ago I was reading about the destruction of Pompeii because of the eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79AD

The eruption was so severe, about 16000 people died that day.
It is thought that the pyroclastic flows were so powerful, equal to about a hundred thousand times the energy produced by the Hiroshima nuclear bomb; and was capable of killing hundreds of people in fractions of seconds..

But that is not my focus - not the devastation caused by Mt Vesuvius... Its the ability to rise above your circumstances.

*unless the fight comes from within, it is hard to win the battle*

"Rise above your circumstances...." is a favourite song for many life coaches, friends, counsellors etc, when they genuinely don't have the exact words to comfort you in your current situation.. and its not their fault. Half the time i don't know how to comfort a friend..

But the terrible Mt Vesuvius taught me something.. rising above circumstances is never a "just-like-that" thing; you don't just "get over it"..

As I have learned, rising over your circumstances is a BIG DEAL!!!
You may not believe the stuff you will go through..

As from reading on Mt Vesuvius, sometimes it will take events of great magnitude and force and they may even threaten to kill you. As with the mountain, the environment changed and history was re-written, but the mountain stands till today, almost 2000 years later!!

So in retrospect, to rise above your circumstances, the events may shake you to the core but the end result is a magnificent feature to behold and a story to be told years later!! You will be a new person, bolder, stronger, wiser and everyone will see the end result and victory.

But as I said previously, you need a solid Rock (God!!) to be able to stand AND withstand...these circumstances!!!

Our circumstances will always differ; but to rise above them, we will all go through some sort of  "hell".
We will crack open, release hot pent up pressure, but once its done, we will be better, stronger and probably end up with rubies and diamonds in our hearts!!

So, do not hesitate to rise above your circumstances;
It will be rough but totally worth it and the best part is that God will be so proud of you and bless you more for the effort!!!

This is Serenity!!

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Rose Oil: Essential and Infused oil

Rose oil,  is the essential oil extracted from the petals of various types of rose.

Rose oil is generally used as a topical acne treatment, although it may also be used in aromatherapy applications.
Essential oils tend to be best suited for the treatment of mild to moderate acne symptoms.
Look for it labeled as Rose Otto, rose oil, or rose essential oil.

The health benefits
The benefits of Rose Essential Oil can be attributed to its properties as an element with the following qualities:
antidepressant,
antiphlogistic,
antiseptic,
antispasmodic,
antiviral,
♥aphrodisiac,
astringent,
bactericidal,
cholagogue,
cicatrisant,
depurative,
emenagogue,
homeostatic,
hepatic,
laxative,
nervine,
stomachic and uterine substance.

Astringent: The astringent property of Rose Oil has many benefits. It strengthens gums and hair roots, while toning and lifting skin, and contracting muscles, intestines and blood vessels.

Nervine: Rose essential oil acts as a tonic for the nerves . It gives them strength to bear shock and protects them from disorders resulting from age
and injuries.

Antiseptic: This is the most fragrant and luxurious way to treat wounds. Topically applying rose oil to wounds helps to protect them from becoming septic and developing infections.

Antiviral:  Rose essential oil is one such shied, and
studies have shown that it protects against many different types of viral infections.

Aphrodisiac ♥♥: The very scent of it can arouse you, and it boosts the libido while invoking romantic feelings which are essential for a successful sex life. This can reduce symptoms of sexual dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, frigidity, and general disinterest in sexual activity with partners.

source:
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose_oil
http://thescienceofacne.com/rose/
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-rose-essential-oil.html

photo: Rose (Rosa damascena) essential oil

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Essential oils: What are they and their uses?

Essential oils are mixtures of natural compounds
that are extracted from plants.
Essential oils contain molecules that the source
plant uses to defend itself against diseases, parasites and predators.
Essential oils can have anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and/or analgesic properties.

An essential oil is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. An oil is "essential" in the sense that it contains the "essence of" the plant's fragrance--the characteristic fragrance of the plant from which it is derived. You can apply them directly onto your skin, inhaling, or use through a diffuser.

So...

Technically, essential oils aren’t oils at all, as they lack fatty acids. Rather, they’re highly concentrated plant components.
It can take a huge amount of a plant to get out even a small portion of essential oil — 4,000 pounds of
Bulgarian roses are needed to get just one pound of oil, for example. This is why some essential oils are particularly expensive.

You can mix drops of these oils with carrier oils or simply use oil infusions made by infusing the herbs/flowers with carrier oils if you cannot find essential oils.

When making your own oil infusions,
When you’re making your own oil, first choose a carrier oil. That is the oil that will carry the scent that you are about to infuse.
This will depend on what you’re planning on using the oil for. If want to use it on the skin, jojoba and
avocado oil are great choices, because they nourish the skin. Most people also prefer coconut and olive oils too. Just avoid mineral oils.
Vegetable oil is a great choice if you want it for aromatherapy as it easily allows the herbal scent to take over.

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There are many beneficial essential oils as well as oil infusions such as:

cinnamon oil
neem oil
amla oil
rosemary
rose flower
lavender oil

Here’s how to make your own oil infusion:

Mix 1/4 ounce of bulk herbs of your choice with 1 cup of carrier oil.

Add the mixture to your slow cooker and allow it to cook on very low heat all day (about 8 hours). ♣Or put it in a constantly warm place like behind the fridge, next to an ever-running computer.

Remove the mixture from the crockpot or container and strain.

Place in a jar, storing in a cool, dark place. The oil should last about 6 months without going rancid  

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http://m.huffpost.com/ca/entry/5536808
http://www.care2.com/greenliving/homemade-essential-oils-for-all-ailments.html

Perfect - song by Pink

***song by Pink

※ You're so mean when you talk About yourself, you were wrong
Change the voices in your head, Make them like you instead※

Perfect - by Pink,

Made a wrong turn, Once or twice
Dug my way out, Blood and fire
Bad decisions, That's alright
Welcome to my silly life

Mistreated ,Misplaced, Misunderstood, Miss - "no way, it's all good"
It didn't slow me down.
Mistaken, Always second guessing
Underestimated, Look I'm still around

Pretty, pretty please
Don't you ever, ever feel, Like you're less thanLess,  than perfect
Pretty, pretty please, If you ever, ever feel, Like you're nothing, You are perfect

You're so mean, When you talk About yourself, you were wrong
Change the voices in your head, Make them like you instead
So complicated, Look how we all make it
Filled with so much hatred, Such a tired game
It's enough, I've done all I can think of
Chased down all my demons, I've seen you do the same

Oh
Pretty, pretty please
Don't you ever, ever feel, Like you're less than
Less than perfect
Pretty, pretty please
If you ever, ever feel, Like you're nothing
You are perfect to me

The whole world's scared So I swallow the fear
The only thing I should be drinking Is an ice cold beer
So cool in line, And we try, try, try
But we try too hard, And it's a waste of my time
Done looking for the critics, Cause they're everywhere
They don't like my jeans, They don't get my hair
Exchange ourselves, And we do it all the time
Why do we do that?
Why do I do that?
Why do I do that?

Oh baby pretty please
Pretty, pretty please
Don't you ever, ever feel
Like you're less than
Less than perfect

Pretty, pretty please
If you ever, ever feel
Like you're nothing
You are perfect to me
You're perfect, you're perfect
Pretty, pretty please
If you ever, ever feel

Like you're nothing
You are perfect to me

*****

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++ When lending a helping hand
++ Fireworks

******

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Tretinoin (Retin-A) and Acne treatment

Retin-A (tretinoin) is a powerful acne treatment medication, derived from vitamin A.
It can be used to treat mild to moderately severe acne, and is especially effective for those with comedonal acne (many blackheads and whiteheads).

Tretinoin is an acid form of vitamin A.

When it is delivered to the skin in a gel, it stimulates normal maturation of cells in the epidermis of the skin and activates genes that cause them to live out a 21-day life cycle during which they are pushed to the surface of the skin.
The solution also contains an antibacterial agent called erythromycin

Assuming the problem in the skin was sluggish growth that kept pores tight and tough skin locked over blackheads, nodules, and cysts, stimulating the growth of the skin can be just the thing for hard-to-treat blackheads and small cysts.

Used for Mild to moderate acne

Acne is the common cause of spots.
Most people with acne are aged between 12 and 25, but some older and younger people are affected too.
Small sebaceous glands lie just under your skin surface and make an oil (sebum) that keeps your skin supple and smooth. Tiny pores on your skin allow the sebum to come on to the surface of your skin.

In acne, some of these pores become blocked causing small pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Applying tretinoin to the areas of your skin with acne will help to unblock pores, and to treat blackheads and whiteheads.

How it Works:

All tretinoin products work by speeding up cell turnover rates, rapidly exfoliating the skin and decreasing the buildup of dead cells within the follicle.

This, in turn, reduces the formation of comedones .
Retin-A also makes existing blackheads less "sticky," helping the blockages make their way to the surface to be expelled.

Apply tretinoin exactly as your doctor tells you.
It is usual to apply it to the area where your spots occur once or twice a day at first, although your doctor may suggest you use it less than this once your skin has improved.
You only need to apply a thin layer. It is best if you wash and gently dry the affected areas of your skin before you apply tretinoin.

If you have been using a preparation for your acne that causes your skin to peel, allow your skin to recover for a few days before you start using tretinoin.

Do not use tretinoin on any areas of skin which are sunburnt or sore.  Also, try to avoid getting tretinoin on the sensitive areas of your skin in or around
your nostrils, your eyes and your mouth.

Getting the most from your treatment

It is recommended that you use a mild soap and lukewarm water to wash with, as very hot or cold water may worsen acne.

Is Tretinoin an Effective Treatment for Acne?

Topical tretinoin for acne is the over-the-counter form of the best-known acne drug Retin-A.

It is not as strong as prescription Retin-A, but sometimes it is exactly the right treatment for stubborn acne problems.

Tretinoin may cause your skin to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. You should avoid strong sunlight and sunbeds, and use a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (an SPF of at least 15).

It is normal for tretinoin treatment to take up to four weeks before there is a noticeable improvement in your skin.  It can take up to four months for the full benefit to be seen.

♦The most common reason for treatment failure is stopping treatment too soon thinking it is not working. Continue using tretinoin for at least six weeks before you decide if it is working for you or not. If there is no improvement after six weeks or so, speak with your doctor again, as there are other treatments which can be recommended.

Warning and recommendations...

Tretinoin may harm an unborn child, so if you are a woman, you must avoid getting pregnant while you are using tretinoin.

Make sure you have discussed with your doctor which types of contraception are suitable for you and your partner. Once your spots have cleared, they may flare up again if you stop treatment. To prevent this, it is usual to carry on with a maintenance treatment after your spots have gone. Your doctor will advise you on a suitable preparation.

SOURCES:
http://www.patient.co.uk/medicine/tretinoin-for-acne
http://acne.about.com/od/acnetreatments/a/retina.htm
http://www.facingacne.com/tretinoin-effective-treatment-acne/

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We thank thee - song by Jim Reeves

"We Thank Thee" - song by Jim Reeves

※※ Just because its logical does not mean that it's God's way - Joel Osteen※※

We thank Thee each morning for a newborn day
where we may work the fields of new mown hay
We thank Thee for the sunshine and the air that we breathe

Oh Lord we thank Thee
We thank Thee for the rivers that run all day
we thank Thee for the little birds that sing away
we thank Thee for the trees and the deep blue sea

Oh Lord we thank Thee
Oh yes we thank Thee Lord for every flower that blooms
birds that sing, fish that swim and the light of the moon.
We thank Thee every day as we kneel and pray

that we were born with eyes to see these things.
We thank Thee for the fields where the clovers grow
we thank Thee for the pastures where the cattle may roam
We thank Thee for Thy love so pure and free

Oh Lord we thank Thee.
Oh yes we thank Thee Lord for every flower that blooms
birds that sing, fish that swim and the light of the moon.
We thank Thee every day as we kneel and pray
that we were born with eyes to see these things.

We thank Thee for the fields where the clovers grow
we thank Thee for the pastures where the cattle may roam
We thank Thee for Thy love so pure and so free

Oh Lord we thank Thee.

This is Serenity...

Life is Beautiful...

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