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Formulation Myths & Misconceptions: Vitamin E–No, it’s not a preservative!

Posted by Li Wong on May 31, 2023 in Aromatherapy, Articles, Formulation, Herbalism | Comments Off on Formulation Myths & Misconceptions: Vitamin E–No, it’s not a preservative!

Many people say vitamin E is a preservative, but it isn’t!

Joy, Health, & Wealth Chinese New Year Aromatherapy Diffuser Blend!

Posted by Li Wong on Jan 22, 2023 in Aromatherapy, Articles, Formulation | Comments Off on Joy, Health, & Wealth Chinese New Year Aromatherapy Diffuser Blend!

Happy Chinese New Year! Try my Joy, Health, & Wealth Chinese New Year Aromatherapy Diffuser Blend!

Happy Chinese New Year! A new name, a new logo, and a new beginning….

Posted by Li Wong on Jan 25, 2020 in Aromatherapy, Articles, Courses, Formulation, Herbalism, Natural Perfumery | Comments Off on Happy Chinese New Year! A new name, a new logo, and a new beginning….

Gong xi fa cai! Happy Chinese New Year! I am very excited to announce the expanded name of my school, which is now called Plant Alkemie Institute of Holistic Botanical Studies!

Aromatherapy And Formulation Tip: How Many Essential Oils & Other Aromatics Can You Use In A Blend?

Posted by Li Wong on Jun 26, 2019 in Aromatherapy, Articles, Formulation, Natural Perfumery | 12 comments

Learn how many essential oils & other aromatics you can blend together!

Herbal Definitions: Decoction, Infusion, Infused/Infusing/Infuse, & Herb Infused Oil

Posted by Li Wong on May 1, 2019 in Articles, Formulation, Herbalism, Natural Perfumery | Comments Off on Herbal Definitions: Decoction, Infusion, Infused/Infusing/Infuse, & Herb Infused Oil

Learn the difference between a decoction, infusion, herb infused oil, and infused/infusing/infuse.

No More Stuffiness Aromatherapy Congestion Blend

Posted by Li Wong on Apr 9, 2019 in Aromatherapy, Articles, Formulation | 2 comments

Aromatherapy congestion recipe with lavandin and piñon pine essential oils, and cardamon CO2 extract!

Herbalism Tip: Is Elderberry Safe During Pregnancy And Breastfeeding?

Posted by Li Wong on Jan 28, 2019 in Articles, Formulation, Herbalism | Comments Off on Herbalism Tip: Is Elderberry Safe During Pregnancy And Breastfeeding?