Essential oils have been used for centuries to treat a number of skin types and conditions along with other ailments. As they are highly concentrated, they can be intensely nourishing and can improve the overall condition and appearance of your skin.

These oils are highly concentrated and need to be diluted in order to prevent a reaction, before using them at home it is best to read the manufacturer label. There are two ways you can use your essential oils at home to treat your skin: you can mix essential oils with a carrier/base oil such as almond or grapeseed oil and then apply to dry skin after having a bath or shower or you can add a few drops of essential oils to your bath (always read the instructions according to the manufacturer). With the added steam from the bath, your body will also benefit from the essential oils.

Carrier/Base oils

Almond oil – This is suitable for all skin types, particularly dry and sensitive skin.

Grapeseed oil – This is suitable for all skin types, particularly oily.

Jojoba oil – This is suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive.

Avocado oil – This is suitable for dry, dehydrated and mature skins.

Essential Oils

Chamomile, Geranium and Lavender oils are analgesics and therefore are great for treating sensitive skins and eczema. Chamomile and Lavender oil can also treat psoriasis as well as sunburn.

For dry, mature skins I recommend Frankincense oil. It is good at treating scarring and pigmentation and it also helps to protect skin cells as it is an astringent.

For combination, oily and acne prone skins, I recommend Lemon, Orange, Rosemary, Geranium, Lavender, Rosemary, Tea Tree and Ylang Ylang. These oils are detoxifying, bactericidal and help to regulate sebum production. Citrus based oils such as Lemon and Orange should be used with caution as these can cause photosensitivity if skin is exposed to sunlight after application.

These are just a few of the many essential oils that can help with the overall condition and appearance of your skin.

At Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing, following a consultation I will choose the appropriate oils based on your individual needs. You may wish to use aromatherapy as a treatment to help improve symptoms solely associated with  treating a skin type/condition or you may want assistance with improving other conditions too. The great thing about aromatherapy is that essential oils have many therapeutic benefits which can provide relief from multiple physical and mental conditions.

To achieve the best possible results with aromatherapy I highly recommend booking a course of four treatments.

I look forward to seeing you soon for your aromatherapy treatment.

• Rebecca, Aromatherapist at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing.

* If you are under medical supervision, pregnant or breast feeding consult your doctor before using  essential oils at home.

We are delighted to announce our new partnership with The Footprints Foundation, a charity that is very close to our hearts.

The Footprints Foundation aims to tackle problems and issues facing disadvantaged and vulnerable young and elderly people, and those people with significant health issues throughout the UK and the World. They endeavour to support these people during the most trying periods of their lives and help give them the strength and confidence to enjoy a fulfilled life. Their aim is to support through volunteering and hands on help rather than solely providing financial support.

Each month some of the profits raised from a selection of treatments will be donated to The Footprints Foundation. Make sure you keep checking our website and social media platforms for updates as the treatments we select to help raise money for The Footprints Foundation will change on a monthly basis.

June & July:

Massage & Reflexology treatments: In June and July  a donation will be given to The Footprints Foundation from of our massage and reflexology treatment profits!

To find out more about The Footprints Foundation and their ongoing work  Click here.

For me a good facial massage can be very powerful to the condition and overall appearance of your skin.

In my opinion I do feel that with a good regular facial massage your skin and your facial muscles benefit in many ways; your skin will be nourished from the ingredients and your facial muscles will be toned to leave your facial contours redefined. Throughout my career I have always been an advocate for facial massage over electrical treatments as both your skin and facial muscles are treated.

Whichever facial you choose will usually incorporate some form of massage, however, the type of massage will be dependent on your particular concerns. When you have an anti-ageing facial massage, the movements will focus more on lifting, sculpting and re-defining the facial muscles and contours.  Facial massage will increase fresh oxygen to the skin which in itself is a completely natural form of anti-ageing for your complexion.  The increase of blood flow helps to stimulate collagen production and these combined equal a naturally healthy and glowing complexion!

For a congested or particularly oilier skin, a lighter pressure is always recommended so as not to overstimulate the sebaceous oil glands.  I would use a light detoxing massage which will aid the lymphatic flow encouraging a clear skin.  Detox massage has a deeply restorative feel and will also help to reduce puffiness or sinus congestion.

It is a helpful idea to take a couple of minutes using some simple massage movements whilst applying your skincare at home. You could even incorporate a two minute massage whilst you doing your morning cleanse to revive and depuff your skin for the day. After each facial I can always provide some simple massage techniques to suit your skin.

-Gillian, Facialist & Skin Expert at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing 

Spring is finally here! As we wave goodbye to what feels like the longest and coldest winter yet, it’s time to say hello to lighter mornings, longer days and brighter weather (we hope). It’s the time of year for new beginnings and making positive changes which will set a precedent for the rest of the year. The weather has a massive impact on our everyday mood, therefore it’s important that we spend as much time in natural daylight as we possibly can. However, aromatherapy can also help give us that extra boost as we shift from season to season. Five essential oils that I would recommend using to help uplift your mood are:

Lemon

Lemon oil is one of my favourites as it has so many therapeutic properties. It has a detoxifying effect on the mind, helps boost the body’s immune system, and can even help soothe headaches and migraines.

Clary Sage

Clary Sage oil is an anti depressant and a sedative therefore is calming to the nervous system, particularly in cases of depression, stress, insomnia and deep seated tension.

Orange

Orange oil is good for overall wellbeing and promoting relaxation. Like lemon oil, it has a detoxifying effect on the mind and body and helps boost the immune system. Another oil that can be used as an alternative to Orange is Mandarin.

Grapefruit

Like Lemon and Orange oil, Grapefruit oil contains high levels of Vitamin C making it great at boosting the immune system. It also has an uplifting effect on the mind and can help with cases of stress and depression.

Patchouli

Patchouli oil has a balancing effect on the mind and body and has proven effective in treating depression and anxiety. It can also help with lethargy and improving mood swings as well as clearing the mind.

The five essential oils which I have mentioned are just a few of the many essential oils that can help with your overall wellbeing. At Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing, following a consultation, I will choose the appropriate oils based on your individual needs.

You may wish to use aromatherapy as a treatment to help improve symptoms solely associated with enhancing your mood or you may want assistance with improving other conditions too. The great thing about aromatherapy is that essential oils have many therapeutic benefits which can provide relief from multiple physical and mental conditions. However, to achieve the best possible results with aromatherapy I highly recommend booking a course of four treatments.

I look forward to seeing you soon for your aromatherapy treatment.

– Rebecca, Aromatherapist at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing

To book in for an aromatherapy treatment with Rebecca click here to book online or simply call 0207 821 1020.

* If you are under medical supervision, pregnant or breast feeding consult your doctor before using  essential oils at home.

My Pre Wedding Tips

Fill up your Facial Diary

A full and honest consultation with a Facialist is always a helpful starting point to establish a simple and effective regime to target your main concerns. It wouldn’t be advisable to try any new products prior to your wedding to ensure you don’t have any unwanted reactions.

Skin & Stress

The added stress at this hectic time could cause inflammatory conditions including eczema or psoriasis. A visit to a reputable dermatologist is advisable if this was to happen. Stress can also affect your sleep patterns which will impact on your complexion, leaving it sensitised and dull.

Skincare Regime

Even if your skin is not showing any signs of the above and is balanced and healthy, regular facials are always going to be beneficial. A good Facialist will guide you to which facial treatments you will need to ensure your skin looks it’s very best for the big day.

A simple and regular skincare routine at home is advisable. Regular exfoliation is essential to your routine as accumulated dead skin cells leave the overall appearance of your skin looking lifeless and prevents the reflection of light which brings that lovely luminous glow. Exfoliation also assists the absorption of the lovely nutrients and beneficial ingredients.

It’s important to concentrate on your face but don’t forget to extend your skincare routine to your décolletage. Being trapped beneath clothing, spritzed with perfume and exposed to the sun, which weakens the collagen and elastin resulting in the area looking older, therefore to include this area in your facial routine is essential. The skin in this area is generally more delicate than your facial skin so it’s better to opt for a facial exfoliator rather than a body scrub as these are less abrasive. An alternative option would be to have the Carboxi Express treatment which will help to renew the skin and promote more tone.

Feed skin from within

In addition to looking after your skin on the outside it’s important to take care of it from within. Try to incorporate a healthy blend of juices into your diet in particular green juices as these contains minerals which aid the lymphatic flow and prevent puffiness. Hard as it is at this time of celebration try to keep alcohol at a minimum as this will dehydrate your skin, strip radiance and undo all of your hard work!

By following the advice above you will be able to celebrate your clear and luminous skin along with your big day!

-Gillian, Facialist & Skin Expert at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing

There are many essential oils that are highly effective at treating women’s health issues such as pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause and hormone imbalances. In this blog post I will be sharing with you five essential oils that we use within our aromatherapy treatments which are beneficial to the overall wellbeing of women.

Geranium

Geranium essential oil has an uplifting and balancing effect on the mind and body. This oil is very beneficial for conditions such as the female menstrual cycle and menopause; its anti-depressant and calming properties help ease mood swings as well thereby improving one’s sense of wellbeing. Geranium essential oil can also help to relieve the symptoms of stress and anxiety.

Chamomile

Chamomile oil is useful in relieving symptoms of PMS and also has a calming effect on the mind and body.

Rosemary

Rosemary oil can reduce water retention during menstruation and therefore ease discomfort caused by bloating.

Clary Sage

Clary Sage essential oil is useful in treating mood swings and can help with relieving cramping during menstruation. It can also help relieve menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, palpitations and irritability.

Ylang ylang

Ylang ylang essential oil is known for its anti-depressant, balancing and sedative properties which can help with PMS mood swings. This essential oil can also help reduce cramping.

The five essential oils which I have discussed are just some of the many essential oils that can help with your overall wellbeing. At Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing, following a consultation I will choose the appropriate oils based on your individual needs.

You may wish to use aromatherapy as a treatment to help improve symptoms solely associated with women’s health or you may want assistance with improving other conditions too. The great thing about aromatherapy is that essential oils have many therapeutic benefits which can provide relief from multiple physical and mental conditions. However, to achieve the best possible results with aromatherapy I highly recommend booking a course of four treatments.

I look forward to seeing you soon for your aromatherapy treatment.

-Rebecca, Aromatherapist at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing

To book in for an aromatherapy massage simply call 0207 821 1020 or click here to book online.

* If you are under medical supervision, pregnant or breast feeding consult your doctor before using  essential oils at home.