Base Formula

Base Formula Premium quality aromatherapy essential oils, carrier oils, massage oils, cosmetic bases & skincare.
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A lovely review to brighten a dark and rainy day! 🙏
14/11/2025

A lovely review to brighten a dark and rainy day! 🙏

It’s World Kindness Day today - a day to remind ourselves of the importance of being kind to others. And, when it comes ...
13/11/2025

It’s World Kindness Day today - a day to remind ourselves of the importance of being kind to others.

And, when it comes to kindness, help doesn't go just one way. While being kind to someone can make someone else smile and improve their day, it can also benefit YOU.

Scientific studies have shown how acts of kindness can help support your immune system, reduce stress, give you energy and be good for your heart. A win-win situation.

What will you do today to be kind? Will you give someone a hug, buy them a coffee or maybe gift them their favourite essential oil. 🥰

Suffering with a cold? Our essential oil of the month, Copaiba, is a lovely respiratory decongestant. It also relieves h...
12/11/2025

Suffering with a cold? Our essential oil of the month, Copaiba, is a lovely respiratory decongestant. It also relieves headaches and supports our immunity. Try popping a mixture of 2 drops each of Copaiba, Ravensara and Sweet Orange into a bowl of boiling hot water, lean over the bowl, pop a towel over your head, close your eyes and inhale the soothing steam for up to 2 minutes at a time. Buy Copaiba this month to SAVE 25%. https://tinyurl.com/mrxah9p2

A 2024 study conducted by Kokubun et al. has revealed that continuous inhalation of Rose essential oil can increase the ...
11/11/2025

A 2024 study conducted by Kokubun et al. has revealed that continuous inhalation of Rose essential oil can increase the grey matter volume (GMV) of the whole brain and posterior cingulate cortex (PCC). The study was conducted on 50 healthy women, with 28 in the intervention group and 22 in the control group. The intervention group were asked to wear diluted Rose essential oil on their clothes for one month and the control group were given plain water. MRIs were taken before and after the intervention to monitor changes. This is the first study to show that continuous scent inhalation changes brain structure and could be of value in helping prevent brain atrophy and dementia.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0361923024000297

Technology has become an integral part of our lives, revolutionizing the way we work, communicate, and live. Sadly thoug...
10/11/2025

Technology has become an integral part of our lives, revolutionizing the way we work, communicate, and live. Sadly though, most of us are using tech unconsciously, and so ‘digital overload’ has become a modern collective condition - and we all feel it, often without realising. Too much 'plugged in' time can impact on our nervous systems, body, mind and spirit, leaving us anxious, disconnected and depleted of the energy we need to Technology has become an integral part of our lives, revolutionizing the way we work, communicate, and live. Sadly though, most of us are using tech unconsciously, and so ‘digital overload’ has become a modern collective condition - and we all feel it, often without realising. Too much 'plugged in' time can impact on our nervous systems, body, mind and spirit, leaving us anxious, disconnected and depleted of the energy we need to live.

In her latest blog for us, Nicole Barton discusses how 'digital overload' can show up and how we can use essential oils to help us 'detox' and rebalance. Head to our blog to read more. tinyurl.com/yc47depp

We are delighted to say our popular Christmas essential oils are back - with two new additions to the range.You can eith...
07/11/2025

We are delighted to say our popular Christmas essential oils are back - with two new additions to the range.

You can either buy these 100% pure essential oil blends individually or treat yourself to the full set of 5.

We have:

🍊 Christmas Spice with Cinnamon, Clove and Sweet Orange.
🍋 Festive Fruits with Pine, Tangerine, Lemon and Grapefruit.
🧘‍♂️ Holy Nights with Frankincense, Myrrh and Lemon.

And introducing our NEW:

🍪 Ginger Snap with Ginger, Clove, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Orange, Peru Balsam and Pimento berry.
🎄 Winter Spruce with Fir, Tangerine, Black Spruce and Pine.

Which would you choose?

Learn more about these oils online tinyurl.com/fpkz4xku

There is much in the news today about rising demand for specialist ADHD services for adults in England. Some NHS trusts ...
06/11/2025

There is much in the news today about rising demand for specialist ADHD services for adults in England. Some NHS trusts have reportedly closed waiting lists as they are struggling to cope, and another 31 have introduced tighter criteria, making it more difficult for people to access support.

ADHD - attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - affects the way the brain works and can cause people to act impulsively and become easily distracted. It is thought to affect 5% of children and 3-4% of adults.

Getting a diagnosis and treatment, which can include medication and psychological therapy, can be life-changing, but NHS data shows average waits of eight years for adults once they are on a waiting list.

Our consultant aromatherapist, Nicole Barton, is neurodivergent and has previously offered her advice on how essential oils can help with some of the common challenges of being neurodivergent in the modern world. Head to our blog to read more. tinyurl.com/5dszzxym

Feeling stressed and being under pressure is a normal part of life. However, becoming overwhelmed by stress can lead to ...
05/11/2025

Feeling stressed and being under pressure is a normal part of life. However, becoming overwhelmed by stress can lead to mental health problems or make existing problems worse.

Today is where mental health charities like Mental Health UK, Rethink Mental Illness, Mental Health Foundation and Mind will be highlighting the ways that stress can affect people and what you can do to manage your stress before it becomes a problem.

Using essential oils is one great tool for helping to calm your mind and lift your mood. Check out our new Calm Collection which contains 5 carefully selected essential oils that are renowned for their calming and relaxing properties. tinyurl.com/mu9twcj9

04/11/2025

Ylang ylang & alpha brain waves.

A single breath can change the way the mind moves.

Ylang ylang essential oil (Cananga odorata) has a lush, velvety aroma that soothes the senses, inviting the brain into a quieter rhythm. In several small human studies, simply inhaling the oil lowered heart rate and blood pressure, gentle markers that the body was shifting into a calmer state. Researchers also noted a reduction in measured stress levels and an increase in alpha brain waves—the same waves that rise when we slip into rest, meditation, or creative flow (Tan et al., 2015).

Ylang ylang is an amazing essential oil for sleep. But unlike heavier relaxants, ylang ylang doesn’t pull you into drowsiness. Instead, it softens tension while keeping your awareness active. The heart rate slows. The mind steadies. Thoughts untangle. There’s space to breathe again. This is an excellent aromatherapy oil if you have racing thoughts that won’t let you sleep.

Try diffusing ylang ylang while you journal, meditate, or wind down at day’s end. A simple inhale may be enough to guide your body toward ease and your mind toward peace.

Save this post to explore the quiet power of ylang ylang when you need a reset.

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Ylang ylang essential oil has a very strong floral aroma. Too many drops can shift from soothing into overwhelming (sometimes even leading to a headache). We suggest only using 1 or 2 drops at a time—in your aromatherapy diffuser, inhaler, or in a 1 fl oz (30 ml) topical blend.

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Tan, L. T., Lee, L. H., Yin, W. F., Chan, C. K., Abdul Kadir, H., Chan, K. G., & Goh, B. H. (2015). Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, and Bioactivities of Cananga odorata (Ylang-Ylang). Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

We're super excited to say that our trio of popular Christmas essential oil blends will be back very soon - AND they wil...
04/11/2025

We're super excited to say that our trio of popular Christmas essential oil blends will be back very soon - AND they will be accompanied by two NEW festive scents.

Any guesses as to what our two new blends might be??

Our essential oil of the month for this November is Copaiba Balsam. This incredibly therapeutic oil, is distilled from t...
03/11/2025

Our essential oil of the month for this November is Copaiba Balsam. This incredibly therapeutic oil, is distilled from the resin of the copaiba tree. The oil has the highest levels of beta caryophyllene (55%) found in any known essential oil, which gives it its impressive anti-inflammatory properties. It has also been shown to help with natural pain relief. The oil is calming and grounding for the emotions and is helpful for respiratory problems, fighting infection, boosting immunity and caring for the skin. A great choice as we head towards winter! Visit our website for more info and recommended blends, and buy now to SAVE 25%. tinyurl.com/mrxah9p2

We have a range of pre-blended products to choose from - including essential oils, massage oils, massage waxes, pulse po...
03/11/2025

We have a range of pre-blended products to choose from - including essential oils, massage oils, massage waxes, pulse point rollers, and spritzes. Head to our website to learn more tinyurl.com/2yjsyf95

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Founded in 1996, Base Formula is now one of the UK’s leading aromatherapy suppliers - supplying thousands of therapists and numerous training colleges in the UK with premium grade essential oils, carrier oils, massage oils, cosmetic bases and other aromatherapy supplies. We also have customers across the world including a strong presence in the US and South-East Asia.

Base Formula is a registered member of the Aromatherapy Trade Council (ATC). As members of the ATC, we are committed to consumer safety and supplying products of the highest quality. To ensure this, our oils are subject to a random testing and verification programme at independent laboratories. Out of the many hundreds of aromatherapy businesses in the UK only 43 companies, including Base Formula, are actually registered members of the ATC.

We are also proud to be corporate members of the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA) and the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA), which are both highly regarded and recognised world-wide.

We employ a range of highly qualified aromatherapists and natural health experts who are always on hand to answer any product-related or health questions that our customers may have.