

Resources for Aromatherapy Research
It is fantastic that there has been such a rise in popularity of aromatherapy in recent years. Over time, it has become crucial for...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Jul 8, 20203 min read


Curious About CO2's?
The use of aromatic plant extracts and essential oils has been embraced by civilizations for thousands of years. Through crude extraction...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Jul 7, 20204 min read


Threatened Essential Oil Species
Inside a bottle of essential oil, we can capture an aromatic experience of plants spanning the world. From the comfort of our home, the...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Jul 7, 20207 min read


Salvia rosmarinus – Rosemary’s new binomial name!
Brief History of Rosemary’s Binomial Name “In the 1700s, Swedish botanist Carolus Linnaeus (1707-1778) invented binomial nomenclature,...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Jul 1, 20204 min read


Aromatherapy Applications
One of the amazing qualities of aromatherapy as a natural healing modality is the variety of applications that can be utilized....
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Jul 1, 20204 min read


An Aromatic Hug!
Like most of you, I have been in quarantine for over a month now. It has been a busy time in the office and also preparing my book for...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Apr 19, 20202 min read


Aromatherapy Hand Sanitizer
For many years now, I have formulated and used aromatherapy hand sanitizer. I carry a bottle in my purse, car, traveling, and other...
Shanti Dechen,CCAP, CAI, LMT
Mar 2, 20202 min read


Staying Healthy During the Cold and Flu Season
During the winter months, when we spend more time indoors, exposure to cold and influenza viruses is common. Viruses are present all...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Dec 24, 20194 min read


Empowered Self-Care
The days are becoming shorter and colder as the Winter season is approaching. Keeping yourself healthy and vital is essential to...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Dec 14, 20193 min read


My Five Favorite Essential Oils and Carriers Oils
Each week I seem to have a new favorite essential oil and carrier oil. I thought it would be fun to share my all-time favorites if I only...
Shanti Dechen, CCAP, CAI, LMT
Sep 9, 20194 min read