The Calm Barn

16/04/2026

National Feet Week 17th-23rd April so why not give your feet a treat with a relaxing reflexology session 🦶👣💚

14/04/2026

Don’t forget to book in for that much needed self care! Appointments available from 20th April and May 💚

13/04/2026

Beautiful blossom 🌸 on our dog walk this morning 💚

11/04/2026

🌿 Why your Lavender may not be working (and how to fix it)

If you’ve ever sprinkled a few drops on your pillow only to find yourself tossing and turning, you aren't doing it wrong, you’re likely using the wrong plant. With over 500 varieties out there, "Lavender" is a broad term, but only one is the gold standard for sleep.

At Penny Price Aromatherapy, we treat aromatherapy as a science, not just a scent. Here is why your current bottle might be failing you:

The "Spike" Trap: Many store-bought oils are actually Lavandula latifolia (Spike Lavender). It’s packed with camphor, which is a stimulant. Great for clearing sinuses; terrible for a bedtime ritual.

The Dosage Paradox: In aromatherapy, less is more. 2 drops of True Lavender can relax you, but 20 drops can actually stimulate your nervous system and keep you dancing all night.

The Filler Factor: If your label says "fragrance" or doesn't list the Latin name, it’s likely a synthetic mimic. Purity is the difference between a therapeutic treatment and a simple room freshener.

Want the deep sleep and skin-healing benefits you were promised? You need Lavandula angustifolia—and you need to know how to use it.

Find our more in our blog here:https://www.penny-price.com/blogs/news/oil-of-the-month-lavender-the-soothing-oil

09/04/2026

Appointments available from 20th April and into May! Drop me a message to get booked in 💚

03/04/2026

Happy Easter 🐣

02/04/2026

If the sky is clear the Pink Moon will be visible tonight, it’s well worth stepping outside to take a look-it’s one of the most atmospheric full moons of the year in the UK.

29/03/2026

Another reason to try reflexology 🦶💚

29/03/2026

27/03/2026

Just a reminder that The Calm Barn will be closed from next Friday 5th April and reopen Monday 20th April for the Easter school holidays 🐣

26/03/2026

Give it a try 🦶💚

23/03/2026

Gift vouchers available on request 🎁💚