The Gardenias Are Out! And a Few Perfume Recipes Too

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I’m so happy its getting warmer and the heady, intoxicating scent of gardenias is everywhere. So fragile, so pretty and oh what a scent! And the good news is you can buy gardenia absolute – it’s more expensive like the other floral extractions of rose, jasmine and neroli – but worth every scent (get it? cent/scent). What can you do with gardenia absolute?

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the beautiful gardenia

Because this floral scent is so special and so unique, you don’t need to mix it up too much. You could treat it in the way you use jasmine oil, as it has an exotic white floral scent indicative of summer evenings somewhere delightful.

Here a a couple of recipes you try with this precious oil, and my general rules for making an anointing perfume:

Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

The classic Duralex glass dish is handy to make oil blends and quick perfumes in

“An Evening by the River”

gardenia absolute 1 drop

cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

palmarosa 1 drop

” Being”

gardenia absolute 2 drops

bergamot 1 drop

“La Verite”

gardenia absolute 1 drop

jasmine absolute 1 drop

orange 1 drop

“Tropicana”

gardenia absolute 1 drop

lime 1 drop

ginger 1 drop

mixed into some coconut oil

“Femme Fatale”

gardenia absolute 2 drops

sandalwood Mysore 1 drop

Billie Holliday with gardenias in her hair

“Holiday: Madonna vs Billie”

gardenia absolute 1 drop

peru balsam 1 drop

patchouli 1 drop

Have you ever used gardenia absolute? I’d love to hear from you!

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

Essential Oils in Pregnancy and Childbirth – Video

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Hello natural beauties everywhere. I did the live Q & A with The Mothership International on Facebook last Friday (November 11 2016). It was challenging as no one asked a question – I’m glad I prepared some notes. So I talked to the reflection of myself for about an hour and you can check it out here today. It was good to do something I haven’t done before, to challenge myself and create new brain synapses by learning something new.

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jasmine is great preparing for childbirth and in labour too

My Chat (with myself)

I generally talked about:

* taking the toxic chemicals out of your life

* the facts about essential oils in pregnancy

* the myths – if any?

* using your intuition

* seeking advice

* making aromatherapy easy

And in relation to pregnancy and childbirth (and perhaps more specifically):

* 1st trimester

* 2nd trimester

* 3rd trimester

* preparing for birth

* at the birth

* after the birth

I hope you gain some insight from this talk and please pass it on to anyone you know who may be interested.

Did you use essential oils through your pregnancy?

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

Essential Oils in Pregnancy and Childbirth – Standby for a Live Q and A

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Hello natural beauties everywhere. I am doing a live Q & A with The Mothership International on Facebook, this Friday (November 11 2016), 10am local Sydney time. If you can’t pop in because of the time difference the video will remain on the Mothership Facebook page.

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As I prepare for this live chat I realise I haven’t written very much on this topic so I’ll try and follow up with some recipes and articles in the next couple of months.

Go to the Facebook page here: The Mothership International

Here’s a quick look at a quick tech run I did today so I could work out what was going on. Hopefully it will be much better on the day with some real people asking questions!

I’l do my best to limit the um and ahs …….. It’s actually quite difficult speaking live without a lot of direction.

Wish me luck!

Is there anything you’d like to know about essential oils in pregnancy? Ask me on Friday or leave a question here.

10 Vapouriser Essential Oil Recipes for Exhaustion

Posted on November 2, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hi natural beauties and scent lovers everywhere, I’ve been wondering what to write about this week as I’ve felt so tired. Exhausted actually. So I realised I needed a boost of essential oils, and the easiest and best way to do it is to add the oils to a diffuser. A minimum amount of energy is required to throw a few oils into a diffuser and turn it on. Check out these recipes and oils:

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Flowerin rosemary in a client's garden

Oils Generally Great for Tiredness, Lack-lustre Energy and Exhaustion

Lemongrass

Black pepper

Rosemary

Cypress

Lemon

Basil

Pine

Cinnamon

Ginger

Wintergreen

Eucalyptus

Puzhen diffuser from the 5 senses series – puzhen.com

Scent Your Space

In a traditional oil burner with a candle, or a diffuser, add up to 25 drops of oil

“Cant. Get. Off. The. Couch”

Lemongrass 8

Geranium 8

Orange 8

“A Better Deeper Sleeper”

Lavender 6

Marjoram 6

Lemon 8

Australian sandalwood 5

Lavandula stoechas, my own pic thanks yes it is wonderful

“Exercise Mantra”

Rosemary 6

Ginger 6

Mandarin 9

Cedarwood Virginian 4

“Mind Blast”

Basil 6

Juniper 6

Cypress 6

Peru Balsam 6

“Inspiration”

Pine 5

Black Spruce 5

Patchouli 5

Lemon 10

Fresh clean inspiring pine

“Warm Up Get Up”

Black pepper 10

Lime 8

Himalayan cedarwood 7

“Sweet Talkin Myself”

Cinnamon 8

Rose geranium 6

Blood orange 6

Wintergreen 3

cinnamon – my own pic

“Clarity”

Eucalyptus 8

Petitgrain 8

Cedarwood Atlas 5

Nutmeg 4

“Spice Up Your Life”

Cinnamon 6

Black Pepper 6

Palmarosa 6

Bergamot 6

“Crank It!”

Pine 8

Orange 8

Eucalyptus 4

Cypress 4

black pepper

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

Check out my YouTube channel too, thanks.

Pics from the Botanical Perfume Expo in Sydney

Posted on October 26, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hi natural beauties! Here are a few pics from our event on Sunday that saw four Australian botanical perfumers come together to show our wares, and talk to natural scent lovers and perfume enthusiasts. I was so busy all day I only managed a few pics and here they are:

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My friends Kath and Portia with their smiles and gift bags. Portia has been a great support to me personally and to the expo. He wrangles quite a few writers on his blog Australian Perfume Junkies which is not only informative, but there are always lots of giveaways too. Hop over and check it out!

Friends and happy perfumistas

Me at my stand

Me at my stand

A dandy visitor from 18th century England, Lord Fop, with roses on the Aromatique Essentials stand

Lord Fop with roses

Chocolate brownies for all our guests!

Kitchen Green GF chocolate brownies

Pearl Purfumery

Pearl Perfumery’s lovely decorative testers

Temp L Dor

Temp L Dor’s gorgeous rustic styling

bliss – one of my perfumes – a rose perfume with ylang ylang and patchouli (sorry online shop isn’t ready yet)

bliss – one of my perfumes

Rebekah, one of our beautiful volunteers, we couldn’t have done it without all of and your wonderful energy, thanks!

Rebekah serving tea

It was a fun day made especially lovely by everyone who came to visit us!

Thanks

Free Stuff! Spirituality, Personal Development and More!

Posted on October 12, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hey lovely people! For the past few years I’ve been involved in a project that brings spiritual entrepreneurs, and the like, together to offer free gifts and to support each other. There are ebooks, meditations, audio trainings, video trainings, programs, memberships and so much more. It is also geared towards people in this line of work, and life purpose, but anyone can take advantage of the giveaways. Here are the details:

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gifts!

You will be able to have access to great resources to help you in your personal quests and in your desires to help others.

Yes you will be required to register your email address to become a member.

Members have access to all the gifts.

You will be shown offers that do cost money, but that are not compulsory.

Maybe you’ll even sign up next year as a contributor and offer something wonderful you have created?

Click the link to be taken to Your Divine Biz Gifts

Flowering tarragon

Have fun! Let me know what you find.

Wild Australian Bush Flowers in the Springtime

Posted on October 5, 2016 by suzannerbanks

On a visit to my parents a couple of weeks ago I snapped these little beauties in the bush next to their house. I hope you enjoy these colourful delights, however, I must admit I don’t know all the botanical names! Argh! I”l have to become a botanist I think …..

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Bush iris or native iris,
Patersonia occidentalis

Egg and bacon plant, Pultenaea villosa Willd.

Waratah, Telopea speciosissima

wild freesia , Freesia alba x Freesia leichtlinii

I have no idea what this sweet little flower is

wattle, genus Acacia but I’m not sure what species this is

borania, genus name Boronia but I'm not sure which one this is

boronia, genus name Boronia but I’m not sure which one this is

grevillea, genus name Grevillea but I’m not sure what species

protect our natural habitat!

Thanks for enjoying this lovely Sydney springtime bush walk with me xoxo

Spotlight on banks botanicals ~ Botanical Perfumes by Suzanne R Banks

Posted on September 28, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hi scent lovers! In this mini-series I am featuring the perfumers who will exhibiting at the inaugural boutique event – the Australasian Artisan Botanical Perfume Expo on October 23rd in Sydney. Lets follow on from Aromatique Essentials to me! Yay! banks botanicals by Suzanne R Banks.

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Who are you? Suzanne R Banks

What’s your business name? banks botanicals

What’s your website? www.suzannerbanks.com.au (shop not ready yet)

What is your first scent memory? a little violet perfume bottle called Devon Violets

What is your favourite botanical ingredient (right now)? organic rose otto

my little cuties

How do you hope your fragrances will make your customers feel?

Overcome with scented delight, connecting them to the fundamental patterns of the universe, feeling completely at one with the world.

Why are botanical ingredients more luxurious than synthetics?

Botanicals extracts including essential oils, absolutes and CO2 extractions have been created by nature, and hold the secrets of the universe within their molecules. They are individually complex as many molecules make up a drop of essential oil. They are warm and rich whereas synthetics are cold and thin. We can improve our senses when using essential oils, improve our intuition and ultimately connect to our purpose in life. They are our scented holistic support system provide by mother nature.

What is your “go-to” scent in nature to make you smile? Murraya

How do you apply fragrance?

I always apply my perfume to the inside of my arms and my hair. I apply small amounts frequently as I am using the perfume to help my state of mind and emotions. I sometimes use a makeup pad with perfume in my bag or in my bra if I’m going to a party – when people hug you – you get a burst of joy! The scent is always about YOU, not THEM.

my logo – I’ve used this mandala for nearly 15 years

How is your business (and your perfumes) different?

My business is me and I know that when I create perfumes, oils blends and other products, I am infusing myself into them. I love using organic where possible although this can make some perfumes very expensive…. but hey, I want to acknowledge and respect the plant, the farmer and the earth when using organics because it is part of my ethos. I also only use oil bases in my perfumes and never use alcohol because it’s a solvent and breaks down the integrity of the scent. I’m all about softness and warmth in my scents.

What is your favourite scent to gift to your friends?

I almost always make a bespoke scent for my friends – considering where they are at and what they like. I always create a a great name for their scent too.

What is an unusual way you scent your home?

I love to put essential oils in cleaning water and often use fresh scented flowers too. It’s the simple things that are wonderful, and let’s face it, you only need to cook something delicious and it scents your space immediately!

Have you always loved scent? (WILD QUESTION)

Yes I have. From that little bottle of Devon Violets, to my grandmother’s gifts of 4711, to the classics of french perfumery, I learned to love perfume. When I was a teenager I bought a bottle of lavender oil and thought I was very progressive. My scent tastes are more refined as I have completely moved away from synthetics – but I credit all my early experiences as making me the aromatherapist and perfumer I am today.

Revelation! Reveal Your Destiny with Essential Oils

Come to the Australasian Artisan Botanical Perfume Expo on October 23rd in Sydney and experience banks botanicals by Suzanne R Banks. I’m looking forward to meeting you.

Spotlight on Aromatique Essentials ~ Botanical Perfumes by Julie Nelson

Posted on September 21, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hi scent lovers! In this mini-series I am featuring the perfumers who will exhibiting at the inaugural boutique event – the Australasian Artisan Botanical Perfume Expo on October 23rd in Sydney. Lets follow on from Pearl Perfumery to Aromatique Essentials ~ Botanical Perfumes by Julie Nelson.

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Julie Nelson from Aromatique Essentials

Who are you? Julie Nelson

What’s your business name? Aromatique Essentials

What’s your website? aromatiqueessentials.com.au

What is your first scent memory? Mum’s Christmas pudding mix and fresh cut grass

What is your favourite botanical ingredient (right now)? Tiare absolute

A gorgeous botanical logo

How do you hope your fragrances will make your customers feel?

To feel beautiful, connected to self and like they can conquer challenges!

Why are botanical ingredients more luxurious than synthetics?

I have worked with botanicals for so long now, for me they capture the essence of ones soul, they are complex and a beautiful scent within themselves.

What is your “go-to” scent in nature to make you smile?

I don’t have one, I have many…I love heady floral scents with spice! Jasmine for its divine feminine essence.

How do you apply fragrance?

Using a spray I like to spray it above me and let it fall over me, on my heart area and back of neck. Anointing perfume on my heart, throat and shoulders.

Julie’s lovely work desk

How is your business (and your perfumes) different?

I am essentially and educator and natural health and wellbeing consultant, using the power of perfume to strengthen the mindset, improve moods and emotions. My focus is signature perfumes which means that a client’s perfume is the essence of their being – in a bottle. It is their personality, their intentions and desires wrapped up in one.

What is your favourite scent to gift to your friends?

I create signature perfumes for them, nothing can compare! I love to give a perfume from one of my collections when I feel that is what they may need at that time

What is an unusual way you scent your home?

I’m not sure about unusual but I use room sprays, fragrant flowers and beautiful Japanese incense.

What inspired you to work with natural botanicals? (WILD QUESTION)

Having my beautiful daughter who was born with two life threatening conditions, she was my driving force in discovering the power of essential oils and botanical extracts and how they can support us on all levels emotionally, psychologically and physiologically.

Aromatique

Come to the Australasian Artisan Botanical Perfume Expo on October 23rd in Sydney and experience Aromatique Essentials. We’re all looking forward to meeting you.

banks botanicals “REVELATION” ~ My New Botanical Perfume Collection

Posted on September 14, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hello lovely readers. My book has been out for a couple of years now,and its doing really well, which I’m both surprised and happy about of course. While I was writing the book I decided that this would mark my move into botanical perfume. I knew as the book was coming together, the perfumes were on the pages, but I had to extract and create them.

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Me in my dressing room at TVSN

I was scared.

So I put the list of the oils in the book, under my bed, to allow messages to come to me while I was asleep. I think they may have stayed there for a year until I made new lists, which I stuck on my kitchen cupboards

So I had lists, and that was about it.

I was scared.

I felt I didn’t know what I was doing and compared myself to others in the field, who are very successful. I felt limited, and not courageous at all.

Then I found some bottles and made a decision about what form the perfumes would take – oil based perfumes.

I’ve got these gorgeous chamomile flowers in a teapot nest to my bed – sweet dreams!

Then I tried out some recipes on paper. I was still scared but I was moving forward. I always create on paper first. My challenge was that my classic Aromatherapy book has less than 50 oils in it, and I had to make 10 scents.

Then I made 10 samples and left them for a few months, as blends take some time to mature. Some were good. Some were not so good.

I was still scared I’d be found out as a fraud who knew nothing! But I kept going.

The next set of samples was better but I had a realisation – a “Revelation” in fact – that I was making aromatherapy oil blends NOT perfumes. So I started afresh. I started with a new mindset, to approach the blending differently than I would usually.

Dried juniper berries at a spice shop in Sydney

In the meantime fellow Perfumer and Aromatherapist Julie Nelson, of Aromatique Essentials, floated the idea of a botanical perfume event. I had been talking to Julie more and more and looked up to her as a mentor, so a little over a year ago we had a meeting about an event, and now we are almost at the first Australasian Artisan Botanical Perfume Expo ~ October 23rd ~ Sydney.

There’s nothing like a deadline to get you going, so I started making more samples. I’d wait a few months, test, make notes, and make new sample again. The more I worked the less fearful I became. Mind you I still freaked out about little things, but had to talk myself into the momentum, and accepting my individuality as a perfumer.

my little cuties

So at the perfume expo I’ll have 10 different perfumes that reflect the 10 active chapters in my book. I have used the “revelation formulas” to create each scent uniquely and really hope to see you there. My perfumes will be for sale in 9ml and 1ml samples.

xoxo

suzannerbanks

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The Gardenias Are Out! And a Few Perfume Recipes Too

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Essential Oils in Pregnancy and Childbirth – Video

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Essential Oils in Pregnancy and Childbirth – Standby for a Live Q and A

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10 Vapouriser Essential Oil Recipes for Exhaustion

Pics from the Botanical Perfume Expo in Sydney

Free Stuff! Spirituality, Personal Development and More!

Wild Australian Bush Flowers in the Springtime

Spotlight on banks botanicals ~ Botanical Perfumes by Suzanne R Banks

Spotlight on Aromatique Essentials ~ Botanical Perfumes by Julie Nelson

banks botanicals “REVELATION” ~ My New Botanical Perfume Collection

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