Interview with our developer about the natural power of essential oils

The development of essential oils is not only about science but also about intuition and a sense of harmony of nature. How were 100% natural blends of essential oils, which help relax, concentrate better and relieve cold, developed?

What ingredients are included in the unique blend of GOOD MOOD and BREATH & ENERGY and how can they enrich our everyday life? That is what we talked about with our developer Ing. Tereza Zahrádková, who is behind their creation.

What was the process like from the first idea until the final product?

The process of development of these blends was dear to my heart from the very beginning. As a developer I relied on both tried and tested effects of essential oils and my own experience and I was searching for ideal combinations, which would not only be harmonious due to their scent but also support our body and mind.

We created the Good Mood blend to boost joy, lightness and inner harmony, while the Breath & Energy blend was designed to supply energy, to refresh and naturally support free breathing.

It was crucial not only to carefully select ingredients according to their effects, but also to patiently tune in their interconnection to reach a real benefit for the body and to bring a pleasant aromatherapy experience.

What are the key components of the individual blends and why just these ingredients?

Both blends are composed only of essential oils, so they are 100% natural.

Aromatherapy is your great passion – how does your personal experience with this method reflect in the development of the GOOD MOOD and BREATH & ENERGY blends?

I personally perceive aromatherapy as a deep instrument of self-care and slowdown, when I take care of myself not only by means of a fragrant ritual, but also the power of nature.

In all the many years of being engaged in studying the effects of essential oils I have gained experience about which oils are helpful in specific situations and how to make the best use of them.

Of course, I choose them according to evidence-based effects, but I also often follow my intuition. I am convinced that our body and mind know very well what they need at a particular moment. In many cases our emotions and physical reactions are closely interconnected – e.g. when we cannot breathe, it may be related with keeping unspoken sentences or unprocessed negative emotions inside. In such moments essential oil from lemon is of great help, since it not only promotes immunity but also helps process these negative emotions.

This approach is reflected in the development of blends. When selecting essential oils for these blends, I took into consideration not only their primary effects focused on physical health but also their effects on our psyche and emotions. I aimed at creation of compositions having a holistic effect, harmonizing body and mind and promoting balance on all levels of our body.

4.    What specific effects and benefits can users expect when using the GOOD MOOD and the BREATH & ENERGY blend?

If I should point out the main effects of the Good Mood blend, it is definitely inducing joyful mood, chasing away stress, fatigue and sadness. It gives energy and encourages optimism, which is a great benefit. In terms of the space where we are, it cleans air and brings freshness to the interior.

When speaking about the Breath & Energy blend, I would stress that it stimulates at tiredness, gives energy and promotes concentration. Besides that, we wanted the blend to help with colds and breathing difficulties, to relax the airways and boost the immune system. Last but not least, due to lemon essential oil it cleans air in the space where we are.

Are there any recommended ways of use (e.g. for bath, massage, inhalation)?

There are many methods of using essential oils. However, it is important to note that (with some exceptions) essential oils should never come into contact with skin in a concentrated form, i.e. undiluted. They should always be diluted in carrier oil – e.g. almond, apricot kernel and jojoba oil. You can prepare or enrich your own massage or body oil this way.

Next, it is possible to add essential oil in bath, but first it should be mixed with carrier oil to avoid skin irritation.

Aroma lamps or diffusers are very common instruments to disperse essential oil into the air.

Finally, the inhalation stick, or a method of indirect inhalation, is a great option to treat acute respiratory stress as quickly and effectively possible.

Whenever you use it, it is very important to follow recommended dosage and dilution to ensure both maximum safety and effect. Each method brings unique effects – all you have to do is to choose by mood and need.

How are your products tested and controlled to guarantee safety, origin and high quality?

Each essential oil should have a safety data sheet, a list of allergens and a technical specification available. Based on these documents a developer can assess whether the oil is good. Of course, the quality of oil can be recognised also by its price – if essential oil was unusually cheap, it could indicate that it was diluted with another oil or that its quality is low.

In terms of our aromatherapy blends, they are subject to standard development tests, during which we check their sensory and physical properties depending on time, temperature and humidity. Sure, they are tested also in view of functionality and user friendliness.

To ensure stability of our products we use brown glass packaging, which protects essential oils from negative impacts of solar radiation.

How do you personally use new blends and what is their benefit in your everyday life?

As a mother of almost three years old boy, I love to soak in the bathtub with hot water at the end of the day. I add Good Mood blend diluted in carrier oil and enjoy myself this moment – 15 minutes is sufficient.

The combination of stimulating scent and hot water helps me relax deeply, which is really pleasure. During cold season I like to add Breath & Energy blend to an aroma lamp or a diffuser to promote purification of air from various viruses and bacteria.

In this interview, we pointed out how deeply nature and our everyday life are connected. The developer Tereza presented us not only the process of creating these essential blends but also her personal story and passion she put into their development.