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20/03/2022

Who doesn’t want a beauty sleep? Take some tips below and give “Beauty Sleep Aromatherapy Pillow Spray” a try. Super simple to use: 1) Spray into the air above your pillow (yup, though it says pillow spray but who wants to sleep on a wet pillow 😅) 2) Take a deep breath and lay your head onto your pillow 3) Close your eyes and Zzzzzzzzzz😴😴😴

https://www.tatlerasia.com/style/wellness/products-better-nights-sleep-2022

28/02/2022

Less is more - colourful patterns are attractive but may not be as attractive as the actual ingredients when it comes to handmade soaps. This batch of soap contains beautifully moisturising oils like avocado oil, hazelnut oil, apricot kernel oil, etc.; keeping your skin smooth and supple after every wash.

31/01/2022

12/01/2022

Feeling stressed over the current epidemic situation? Don't miss your first line of defense - clean hands! Formulated with skin-friendly ingredients to keep your hands moisturised while containing over 70% ethanol (produced from sugar cane) for the sanitising properties; this handy 50ml Self-defense spray will give you that extra peace of mind.

Formulated with 70% of ethanol naturally fermented from sugar cane and skin-friendly ingredients, this spray is effective in killing germs while keeping your hands moisturised. The hint of lavender is there to relax your mind while fighting under this pandemic situation.

25/12/2021

Merry Christmas! May your holidays be filled with warmth and laughter! 🎄❤️

06/12/2021

Christmas is fast approaching so here are some gift ideas to add magic to your holidays~

10/11/2021

Who would have thought an aromatherapy room spray could impose potential risks of serious injury and this one in particular, is linked to 2 deaths? Be sensible and don’t get carried away by pretty packaging or sales gimmicks. Another takeaway from this incident is that preservative when used under safety guidance is definitely not something worth “freeing from”.

In the USA Walmart is recalling about 3,900 bottles of Better Homes and Gardens-branded- Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones in 6 different scents due to the possible presence of a rare and dangerous bacterium and risk of serious injury and death.

The CDC tested a version of the product and determined that it contained the dangerous bacteria Burkholderia pseudomallei which causes melioidosis. The CDC has been investigating a cluster of 4 cases of melioidosis in the U.S., including 2 deaths, 1 a child.

Any room spray that contains water, whether or not it contains EOs, needs to have an appropriate preservative system to prevent microbial growth. We could not find an ingredients list for the product that states “with gemstones”, but looking online for similar products, we found one that mentions “preservatives” and another that doesn't:

* BH&G Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Spray, Lavender & Chamomile, 8 oz
Water, Fragrance & Polyethylene Glycol Octylphenyl Ether

* BH&G Essential Oil Infused Room Spray, Sandalwood & Vanilla, 8oz
Water, Fragrance (essential oils), Preservatives, Polyethylene Glycol Octyl Ether

Both polyethylene glycol octyl ether and polyethylene glycol octylphenyl ether are non-ionic emulsifiers, presumably used to solubilize essential oils in water. It is unusual for a cosmetic to simply state “preservatives”, but air fresheners are not cosmetics and are regulated by the CPSC, which does not require as much detail on labels.

So, we don’t know if these products were adequately preserved, or if a “normal” preservative would guard against significant contamination. We also don’t know how much EO was actually present in these products. What we do know is that this bacteria is endemic to parts of Asia and Australia, and the products were manufactured in India.

It seems very unlikely that EOs played any role in this outbreak, but the situation is a reminder of the importance of adequate preservation in aqueous products.

29/10/2021

[Staying Fresh Under The Mask - What are you inhaling?] While wearing a mask has become the norm in the city, it could still be quite annoying; from skin irritation and foggy glasses to breathing difficulty. For those who need to have it on all day long, staying fresh becomes their top priority; hence the increasing popularity of face mask diffusers and the use of various types of fragrance oil or essential oil.

Accessorising your mask with these diffusers is one thing; what to put in it to give you the "freshness" is another. Considering an average person will breathe in and out about 6 litres of air per minute, it is not hard to imagine the importance of choosing something SAFE to inhale. Most of you are aware that fragrance oils are usually synthetic with no therapeutic properties, however, 100% essential oils should also be used under professional guidance.

Blending multiple essential oils is recommended over single use for more effective results, so speak to a qualified aromatherapist for a tailormade blend or shop for an effective synergy blend at reputable retailers.

26/10/2021

[Christmas Gift Idea] Christmas is my favourite festival but I have always been a deadline fighter when it comes to gift shopping. However, with handmade soap taking around 4-6 weeks to cure, I have been super organised this year and made these cuties.

The red portion is made with a lovely red wine which is packed with antioxidants and infused with 100% Rose Geranium essential oil; while the Christmas Tree contains super moisturising avocado oil and infused with 100% Pine essential oil to make it all Christmassy. Very limited quantity so pre-order yours now!

Handmade soap just in time for Christmas! The red portion is made with a lovely red wine packed with antioxidants and infused with 100% Rose Geranium essential oil; while the Christmas Tree contains super moisturising avocado oil and infused with 100% Pine essential oil to make it all Christmassy. P...

06/10/2021

[Essential Range #7 - Hydrating Facial Toner] Most of us busy bees are always looking for the simplest skincare routine and "facial toner" is one that gets skipped often. HOWEVER, if (a) your skin feels dry no matter what moisturiser you use; or (b) your skin doesn't seem to absorb any of the expensive serums or facial oils; then facial toner may be your solution.

A good facial toner freshens up your skin after cleansing, preps your skin for the serums and moisturisers, aids absorption and improves the efficacy of your skincare products. Hydrolat, i.e. natural waters collected during plant distillation, is perfect as facial toner; as it is a much gentler version of essential oils while resembling the same therapeutic effects. Just add this 2-sec step back into your skincare routine tonight and the results will prove it's well worth it.

21/09/2021

If you still haven’t made it to the experience store, get yourself there these few days where you’ll find amazing wines, gins, coffees, cookies, arts & crafts and of course .potion_hk products! Only till this Sunday!

Date: 9/9-26/9
Time: 12:00noon - 9:00pm
Address: Shop 2, 2-4 Kingston Street, Fashion Walk, Causeway Bay

11/09/2021

From now till 26/9, visit us at the Spectacular South Africa Experience Store where you’ll find great wines, gins, cookies, coffee, arts & crafts, and of course a.potion products!

Date: Now till 26/9
Time: 12:00noon - 9:00pm
Address: Shop 2, 2-4 Kingston Street, Fashion Walk, Causeway Bay