It's time once again for a review of some of our newest blends (and some tried and true favourites), just in time for the launch of our Annual Sale, on now until 20th December!
New Calm & Cool Inflammation Blends
These new blends for 2020 are ideally used as a 2-step treatment, calming the inflammation, then cooling the temperature of the skin for maximum effectiveness:
Calm inflammation Blend
100ml for $100.90 (nett)
30ml for $50.90 (nett)
Cool Inflammation Blend
120ml for $100.90 (nett)
60ml for $60.90 (nett)
This was another project created to meet a need in our patients. Veronica had been anxiously watching her patients suffer cellulitis, waiting for solutions for their pain and discomfort while they suffered active infections. This problem was aggravated by the recent Circuit Breaker in Singapore, which saw an unusual rise in the number of infections. As Veronica was unable to see her patients frequently, she started working on home-care possibilities to help control their symptoms better and reduce their exposure to hospital visits.
When patients suffer from lymphoedema-related cellulitis, the area affected gets hot, red, sensitive, and tender. It also gets feverish, with temperatures in the affected area being 2-3ºC higher than the the body's normal average temperature (during the acute phase of the infection). Pain eases with the consumption of antibiotics and fever reducer, but the issue of skin tenderness and sensitivity continues. Over-the-counter or prescription creams and balms for various symptoms (such as blisters and rashes) were not able to provide relief.
In 2010, Veronica introduced a Lymphoedema V3.0 formulation to act as a cellulitis prevention oil. Patients could use this regularly until the cellulitis disappeared. However, there were a few chronic patients in whom the problem persisted. To help ease their discomfort, Veronica created a two-step hybrid treatment—a gel/hydrosol/oil, and a cream. With the help of Palmarosa, Geranium, Tannacetum, Sandalwood and Peppermint, the itchiness and sensitivity of the infection and post-infection phases of the skin seem to get a reprieve. We have found that it also works very well for hives, and hope that the same blend will be useful for other skin conditions that are irritated, red and itchy.
User feedback for this two-step blend was positive. Our patients remarked that there was "no oily feeling on the skin", that "the skin felt stronger", "the skin is not as itchy", and "the oil just gets absorbed so readily I can sleep better now…".
Our observation is that this formula really seems to cool the surface of the skin. After application, the skin not only feels cool to the touch, but is verified by a contactless thermometer.
Veronica says that "you can also use the cool blend by itself, but according to the feedback of some eczema patients, without the oil (step 1), the skin felt a little itchy. The patients said the skin looks as if it is regenerating; they would use both the oil and cream as it felt good. It makes me happy to see my formulas helping my patients."
Usage Instructions:
Step 1: Apply 5 drops or more, if needed, of Calm Inflammation Blend to the affected skin area.
Step 2: Apply a layer of Cool Inflammation Blend over the oil and work it into the skin slowly and gently.
Step 3 (if necessary): If the patient does not feel relief from the swelling, redness, and pain with the above two steps, apply an ice pack over the affected area for 5 minutes to numb and reduce the fever.
Repeat application up to 6x a day during the acute infection phase (when fever is present). Reduce to 2x a day when it’s still pink/red but no longer infected.
Suitable for patients with reddened and hardened Lymphoedema, have suffered recurring cellulitis in the past, and see an itchy and dry surface in the affected area.
More Blends This Season…
Migraine Gel Blend
15ml for $17.90
60ml for $81.80
After receiving some strong support and feedback recently, I thought I should write more about this blend:
Using Peppermint, Chamomile Roman, Lavender, Geranium and Majoram in Aloe Vera Gel, this blend arrests headaches and migraines. Offering anti-spasm properties on the muscle, vascular constriction for migraine veins, and also pain control by the numbing effects of Majoram, this combination has found many fans over the years. Since inventing this in 1998, it remains one of my most sought-after formulas. This formula is also suitable for applying to small bites and rashes, and is especially effective if you put it in the egg chiller area of your refrigerator.
I tend to use this for my own migraines (always on my temple and above my eye). My neurosurgeon suggests that I have inflamed nerves (facial neuralgia), so I often apply it when I start to have any signs. If the effects of the blend start to fade, I add a little Peppermint Organic directly over it. I love it when it is cold from the fridge; it gives me much comfort!
Usage Instructions:
Using a clean spatula or teaspoon, or just wash and dry your hands, dab a little on the affected pain area as often as desired (even hourly)
If you have a tunnel vision migraine, lie down in a dim, cool room after applying this, maybe with an additional cold pack behind your neck to help reduce the inflammation. Relax and have a good nap, and take additional pain killers if necessary.
Original Acne Soother
15ml for $17.90
This was one of my classic best sellers back in 1998 when I was retailing at Changi Pharmacy (once upon a time)! It was as effective as it was popular. It always smelled so beautiful because of the Rosewood.
This year, we were fortunate enough to get hold of a bit of Rosewood, and just in time for this sale season we are happy to bring back our original Acne Blend. Made with Tea Tree, Geranium, May Chang, Rosewood, and a touch of Vitamin E in Aloe Vera Gel base. Hope you enjoy this wonderful blast from the past!
Usage Instructions:
Dab on the affected spots 2-3 times a day using a clean spatula, or clean and dry hands.
AntiVirus Concentrate
10ml for $120.00 (nett)
I've had this formula for a few years, tweaking it every few months after feedback and observations. I hesitated in allowing this to be noticed publicly, worried that there might be misunderstandings over its function, or misuse by over-enthusiastic individuals. Due to its very strong performance feedback, however, we finally decided to allow this precious child visibility!
So, this is the first time that the AntiVirus Concentrate has made an appearance on my website, but we're going to hold the supply over on an as-needed basis. We want to know you are well informed and understand how to blend and dilute this oil further.
One of our users kindly sent this feedback to me via Whatsapp:
“Veronica Aromatherapy oils are somehow secret blends that needs to be protected. Because I have tried many but none beats the quality and efficacy her blends do. I had a massive attack on my face with extreme itch and had blisters covering my whole face. I used their special blend anti virus mixed with some pure aloe Vera gel. It worked!!! Over the course of a week, my face stopped peeling and itching. The redness went down considerably. I thought it could be lupus but it was not. I threw away all my other face products. The anti virus oils are a life saver.”
—K Tan
Hair and Scalp Care Blend
10ml for $17.90
30ml for $40.90
100ml for $89.90
Hi, I am Angela, Veronica’s secretary, and I just had to share my review on the Hair and Scalp Care, a special blend.
I am in my late 40's, and have been facing severe hair fall and receding hairline since 2018. I have tried many oils and over-the-counter shampoos, but with little effect.
When Veronica officially added her Hair and Scalp Care formulation to the 2019 Annual Aromatherapy Sale, I had just joined her company a few months prior. I bought a bottle to try, since nothing else was really helping stop my hair-loss. Within 2 weeks of usage, there was a noticeable improvement, with new hair growing near the hairline. In fact, within 2 or 3 months, I could see a considerable growth in the length of my tresses as well.
Most of us may agree that our hair is our crowning glory, and this oil has really helped boost my confidence with regard to my outward appearance.
I highly recommended this oil to anyone facing hair loss (however do note that this works only if the hair follicles are not dead).
Made from pure goodness such as rosemary, peppermint, ginger, lemon, and tea tree, this blend has been a boon to me. Another tried and tested winner that I wish to recommend!
Here's a message about the Hair and Scalp Care from another one of our patients, a 51-year-old breast cancer survivor:
Hi Veron
Just wanna update there is improvements on my scalp using the essential oil.
Losing of hair has reduced, scalp less shining [and] appears new hair growth....
🤔 think I may resume my medication in Nov 1
Hopefully will be alright
Thank you for blending the oil 😘
Usage Instructions:
Apply to the scalp, and massage gently. Leave in for 30 minutes to an hour before washing it off. May also be left overnight.
Insomnia Blend
10ml for $17.90
30ml for $40.90
100ml for $89.90 (nett)
“It seems to work” quipped the user with a twinkle and a smile. “If he wakes up in the middle of the night, he will remind me that I forgot to apply the oil on him,” says the wife of our bubbly 86 year old patient.
Blended by Veronica to target anxiety-related sleep problems, it has soothing, calming, and tranquilizing effects on the nervous system. Containing Ylang Ylang, Marjoram, Vetivert, and Vitex among others, it is highly recommended for restless sleep cycles due to stress and anxiety. It will help increase sleep quality, not so much the quantity of sleep. Many have found this to be an important aid to combat sleeplessness and jet lag.
Usage Instructions:
Apply 1 drop to pulse points (inner wrist), and on temples before sleeping time. Do not engage yourself further on your phone, or any enthralling reading materials! Always sleep earlier than later, because you tend to fall asleep quicker.
Anti-Allergy Synergy Blend
5ml for $33.00
Hello, this is Angela again! Last year, I wrote a review on the Anti-Allergy Synergy Blend, and I can’t help but remind you all once again about the efficacy of this blend which Veronica launched last year during the sale. I'm happy to inform you that I seldom had to use it after that. Most of my rhinitis issues seem to have disappeared and I am usually sneeze-free!!!
But, I always carry it in my bag to combat any possible sinus issues, sneezes or headaches. Effective and fast working, I still say, “Don't leave home without it!”
Usage Instructions:
Apply 1 drop to pulse points on inner wrist, on temples, and behind ears, 2–3 times daily, for at least 1 week initially. Gradually wean off to once a day, preferably in the morning.
Please enjoy our wonderful new oils during the sale, and I wish you all the best of health and comfort this season!