Essential Healing Blends

12/11/2025

Beautiful hand poured clean pure Beeswax 🐝candles for Christmas.
Yule and Pine
Vanilla Bourbon
Brown sugar and Fig
Chai Latte
Pomegranate Chocolate

🎄Place your orders now 🎄❤️⛄🎄
You can also visit www.essentialhealingblends.ca

12/11/2025

🎄Organic, whole and Unrefined handmade products for your family and friends.
⭐Face and body tallow
⭐Magnesium spray for those who struggle with insomnia
⭐Organic lip balms
⭐Face and body washes
⭐Pain relief ointment for joints, muscles and back pain
⭐Handmade coconut and goats milk soaps ( honey/ turmeric, oats/ honey, black raspberry and tiramisu chocolate)
⭐Hemp lotion

⛄Order your gifts today..you can also visit our website
🎄www.essentialhealingblends.ca

12/07/2025

Come in and indulge in one of our relaxing Therapeutic treatments. 🌿🍁❣️

🌿 Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Experience a deeply soothing and gentle massage that encourages your body’s natural detoxification process. This therapeutic treatment stimulates the lymphatic system to reduce water retention, enhance circulation, and flush out toxins. Feel lighter, rejuvenated, and balanced as swelling decreases, stress melts away, and your overall sense of wellness is restored.

💆 Japanese Head Spa Massage

Indulge in an exquisite head care ritual inspired by Japanese wellness traditions. This revitalizing treatment offers a luxurious combination of scalp cleansing, deep massage, and conditioning nourishment. Relieve tension, improve blood flow, and promote hair health while drifting into a state of complete relaxation. Feel your mind clear and your scalp refresh as you’re transported into a tranquil, serene escape.

www.essentialhealingblends.ca

12/06/2025

Come in and indulge in one of our relaxing Therapeutic treatments. 🌿🍁❣️
🌿Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage therapy

Experience a deeply soothing and gentle movements that encourage your body’s natural detoxification process. This therapeutic treatment stimulates the lymphatic system to reduce water retention, enhance circulation, and flush out toxins. Feel lighter, rejuvenated, and balanced as swelling decreases, stress melts away, and your overall sense of wellness is restored.

💆 Japanese Head Spa Acupressure treatment

Indulge in an exquisite head care ritual inspired by Japanese wellness traditions. This revitalizing treatment offers a luxurious combination of scalp cleansing, deep massage, and conditioning nourishment. Relieve tension, improve blood flow, and promote hair health while drifting into a state of complete relaxation. Feel your mind clear and your scalp refresh as you’re transported into a tranquil, serene escape.

Visit www.essentialhealingblends.ca to book your appointment.

We have a couple of spots left for Dec
Dec 15th 6.00 pm
Dec 17th 6.30 pm
Dec 20th 1 pm
Dec 22nd 6 pm
Dec 23rd 6.30 pm
Dec 29th 1 pm

See you there 🌲❄️⛄💞

11/19/2025

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Castor Oil Packs: Ancient Remedy, Modern Wonder

This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

What is a Castor Oil Pack? 🛁🌿
A Castor Oil Pack is a therapeutic cloth soaked in cold-pressed castor oil (from the seeds of Ricinus communis) placed on the skin—typically over the liver, abdomen, or lymph nodes. Covered with a barrier (wool) and warmed with a hot water bottle or heat pack, this ancient remedy has stood the test of time—from Cleopatra’s beauty rituals to 21st-century detox protocols ✨.

Let’s Talk Science 🔬🧠
Why is castor oil more than just an old wives’ tale? Science is catching up:

1. Ricinoleic Acid – The Star Ingredient ⭐
About 90% of castor oil is made up of ricinoleic acid, a rare unsaturated fatty acid with powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects 💥.

Research Highlight:
A 2009 study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology found that ricinoleic acid activates EP3 prostanoid receptors—which are involved in immune function modulation, pain regulation, and smooth muscle contraction. That means castor oil can calm inflammation, ease pain, and stimulate flow—especially in the lymphatic and digestive systems 🌿💪.

Benefits of Castor Oil Packs
Here’s what the research and clinical practice suggest these gooey little wonders can do:

1. Lymphatic Drainage Booster 🌀💧
The lymphatic system doesn’t have a pump like the heart—it relies on movement and flow. Castor oil packs may stimulate lymphocyte production (white blood cells), encouraging better lymph drainage and detoxification 🚿.

Clinical Insight:
A study from The Townsend Letter for Doctors reported increased lymphocyte counts within hours of castor oil pack application—suggesting improved immune and lymphatic activity 🧬.

2. Liver Love & Detox Support 🌿🫀
Placed over the liver, castor oil packs may improve liver enzyme function and bile flow—essential for detoxification, hormone balance, and digestion 🌱.

3. Gut Health & Constipation Relief 🚽💨
One of the oldest uses of castor oil is for constipation relief. Packs applied to the abdomen may support peristalsis (bowel movement) and reduce bloating and cramping 🫃.

Bonus: A study published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice (2011) showed that elderly participants with constipation experienced significant improvement using abdominal castor oil packs ✅.

4. Hormone Harmony & Menstrual Relief 🌸🕊️
Castor oil’s anti-inflammatory nature may help relieve menstrual cramps, support ovarian and uterine health, and even help with fibroids and cysts (when used consistently with professional guidance) 💗.

How To Use a Castor Oil Pack
It’s as simple as 1-2-3: ✨

You’ll Need:
• Cold-pressed, hexane-free castor oil 🧴
• A piece of flannel or wool (about the size of your hand) 🧵
• A protective cloth or sheet 🧼
• Hot water bottle or heating pad ♨️
• Old clothes or towels (because it will get messy!) 🧺

Step-by-Step:
1. Soak the flannel with castor oil until it’s saturated but not dripping 🌊.
2. Place it over your target area (liver, abdomen, joints, lymph nodes) 🎯.
3. Cover with your protective layer 🧻.
4. Add heat and relax for 30–60 minutes ⏳.
5. Repeat 3–5x per week for best results 📆.

Pro Tip: Do not use during menstruation or pregnancy unless cleared by a professional 🚫🤰.

Who Should Avoid Castor Oil Packs?
• Pregnant women (castor oil can stimulate uterine contractions) ⚠️
• Active infections or open wounds at application site 🛑
• Allergy to castor oil (always patch test!) 🧪

In a Nutshell… 🥥💚
Castor oil packs are like nature’s version of a warm hug: soothing, detoxifying, and deeply nurturing to your organs and lymphatic flow 🫶. With modern research backing what ancient cultures knew, they’re a safe, accessible tool for anyone on a healing or wellness journey 🌍✨.

So grab your oil, wrap yourself up, and let the healing begin 🌙.
Because sometimes, the simplest remedies are the most profound 🌿💫.

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11/14/2025

🌿💖 Why Your Lymphatic System Should Be Your First Priority

- Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT

In a world rushing after heart rates, sugar levels, and body fat percentages,
there lies a silent river inside you...
whispering, flowing, healing — always at work. 🌊✨

It’s called your lymphatic system,
and it deserves to be seen, cherished, and protected. 🌸

🌼 A Soft Poem to Your Silent Healer:

Beneath your skin, a river runs,
🌊 A quiet stream kissed by the sun.
It carries hope, it sweeps away,
The broken pieces of your day. 🌞

It bathes each cell, it guards each door,
It cleans the wounds you never saw. 🌿🩹
It fights for you when you are weak,
It whispers strength you do not seek. 🌟

Without its flow, the fields grow dry,
The heart grows tired, the bones ask why. 🥀
But when it dances, pure and bright,
The body sings, the soul feels light. 🎶

So honor it — this silver thread,
This healing song beneath the bed. 💖
Drink deep, breathe slow, move free, stay kind —
And let your rivers clear your mind. 🦋

✨ Why Your Lymphatic System Matters:

🌿 It removes waste:
Every cell in your body creates waste — your lymphatic system takes out the trash.

🌿 It supports your immunity:
Your lymph nodes are battle stations, sending out armies of immune cells to protect you.

🌿 It balances your fluids:
It prevents swelling, puffiness, and fluid retention, keeping your tissues light and vibrant.

🌿 It detoxifies naturally:
Forget harsh cleanses — your lymph is the original, daily detox system.

🌿 It nurtures healing:
Every wound you heal, every infection you fight, every toxin you clear — your lymph is behind it.

🌿 It lifts inflammation:
By clearing stagnant fluid, it reduces chronic inflammation, the root of so many modern illnesses.

🌿 It connects your body and soul:
When your lymph flows, you feel it — lighter, clearer, calmer... more you. 🌸🦋

🌟 How to Honor Your Rivers:

💧 Drink pure water.
🚶‍♀️ Move your body with love — walking, stretching, bouncing.
🧘‍♀️ Breathe deep into your belly.
💆‍♀️ Enjoy gentle lymphatic massage or dry brushing.
🌸 Rest in gratitude for the silent work happening within you.

Because when your lymph flows,
life flows. 🌿✨

💖 In Closing:

🌸 Your lymphatic system isn’t just a “nice-to-have” —
It’s the very foundation of your healing, your vitality, and your freedom.

To honor your lymph is to honor the hidden miracles inside you.
Today, choose to flow. Choose to heal. Choose to glow. 🌿💫

Disclaimer:
This article is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new health practices.

©️

11/13/2025

🌿🌿 Micro-wellness isn’t a product or a program — it’s a practice. Here are three easy ways to integrate it into your day:

• Morning cue: Before checking your phone, open a window or step outside. Breathe deeply. Listen for a single bird. Let that sound anchor you to the day.

• Midday reset: Between tasks, pause for 90 seconds. Feel your feet, unclench your jaw, and take two slow breaths.

• Evening wind-down: Before screens or bedtime, sit quietly. Notice one sound, one scent, one point of contact between body and surface. Let the body register safety.

These are small, intentional acts that restore regulation — and over time, resilience.

11/03/2025

Come in and indulge in one of our relaxing Therapeutic treatments. 🌿🍁❣️

🌿 Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Experience a deeply soothing and gentle massage that encourages your body’s natural detoxification process. This therapeutic treatment stimulates the lymphatic system to reduce water retention, enhance circulation, and flush out toxins. Feel lighter, rejuvenated, and balanced as swelling decreases, stress melts away, and your overall sense of wellness is restored.

💆 Japanese Head Spa Massage

Indulge in an exquisite head care ritual inspired by Japanese wellness traditions. This revitalizing treatment offers a luxurious combination of scalp cleansing, deep massage, and conditioning nourishment. Relieve tension, improve blood flow, and promote hair health while drifting into a state of complete relaxation. Feel your mind clear and your scalp refresh as you’re transported into a tranquil, serene escape.

www.essentialhealingblends.ca

We have a couple of spots left for November:
UPDATE: ALL BOOKED
November 12th at 6.30 pm
November 17th at 7.00 pm
November 18th at 6.30 pm
November 25th at 6.30 pm
November 26th at 7.00 p.m

11/03/2025

Come in and indulge in our relaxing Therapeutic treatments.

🌿 Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Experience a deeply soothing and gentle massage that encourages your body’s natural detoxification process. This therapeutic treatment stimulates the lymphatic system to reduce water retention, enhance circulation, and flush out toxins. Feel lighter, rejuvenated, and balanced as swelling decreases, stress melts away, and your overall sense of wellness is restored.

💆 Japanese Head Spa Massage

Indulge in an exquisite head care ritual inspired by Japanese wellness traditions. This revitalizing treatment offers a luxurious combination of scalp cleansing, deep massage, and conditioning nourishment. Relieve tension, improve blood flow, and promote hair health while drifting into a state of complete relaxation. Feel your mind clear and your scalp refresh as you’re transported into a tranquil, serene escape.

We have a couple of spots left for November:
November 12th at 6.30 pm
November 17th at 7.00 pm
November 18th at 6.30 pm
November 25th at 6.30 pm
November 26th at 7.00 p.m

09/24/2025

09/18/2025

The Secret is out.....
Essential Healing Blends and Wellness will be offering treatment services starting in Oct 2025 🌺🌺
The services will include:
-Japanese Head Spa Acupressure massage
-Brazilian Lymphatic drainage treatment
-Facial Gua Sha and Lymphatic release
-Maderotherapy for contouring and cellulite reduction
-Reflexology
-Herbal and Nutritional Consultation
🌿Receive 20 % off your first visit booking, book by Sept 30th. DM for availability
♥️🙏🏻♥️ Join us on this exciting journey