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Vetiver Vibes with Essentria100 Episodes of Vetiver Vibes: A Journey in AromatherapySend us a textIn this special 100th episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, co-hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean celebrate a significant milestone: six years of their journey in the world of aromatherapy and the release of their 100th episode of Vetiver Vibes. As certified clinical aromatherapists, we reflect on our growth, the challenges we've faced, and the evolution of our podcast over the years.We kick off the episode by acknowledging the importance of surpassing the five-year mark in business, a time when many ventures falter. We share our feelings of accomplishment and...2025-05-0640 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaGeranium Oil Benefits You Didn’t Know You Needed—Until NowSend us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael and Nikki dive into the fascinating world of geranium essential oil, which happens to be Nikki’s second favourite oil. Nikki shares her personal journey of how she transitioned from disliking geranium to craving it during her last pregnancy. Rachael, on the other hand, remains skeptical about geranium, humorously challenged to use it this week.As we explore the benefits of geranium, we highlight its chemical constituents, particularly citronellol, which contributes to its anxiolytic and anti-inflammatory properties. We discuss its use...2025-04-2221 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaCoriander Oil: How to Use This Underrated Essential OilSend us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael and Nikki dive into the fascinating world of coriander essential oil, known botanically as coriandrum sativum. We share our personal experiences with essential oils over the past week, including Nikki’s commitment to using patchouli in her bath blend and Rachael's uplifting citrus inhaler to combat the winter blues. As we transition into spring, we reflect on the emotional and physical benefits of coriander, including its ability to aid digestion and promote mental clarity.Additionally, we explore the spiritual aspects of...2025-04-0814 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaLime Essential Oil: The Zesty Secret To Energy And WellnessSend us a textWelcome to this week's episode of Vetiver Vibes! Join hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Jean as they dive into the vibrant world of lime essential oil.In this episode, they discuss:- The uplifting properties of lime and its benefits for emotional well-being.- How lime can aid in digestion and support the immune system.- The importance of using lime safely due to its photosensitivity.- Fun historical facts about limes and their role in preventing scurvy on British sailing vessels.Nikki shares her personal...2025-03-2519 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaNeroli: The Happy Oil That Uplifts Your SpiritSend us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael Dean and Nikki Fraser, dive into the wonderful world of neroli essential oil, which happens to be Rachael's favourite essential oil. We explore the botanical name of neroli, Citrus aurantium var amata, and its origins from the blossoms of the bitter orange plant. We discuss its beautiful scent, the labour-intensive process of harvesting the delicate flowers, and the high demand that contributes to its price.We highlight the chemical constituents of neroli, particularly its high levels of linalool, which provide a...2025-03-1117 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaUnlocking The Secrets Of Vetiver: Physical, Emotional, & Spiritual BenefitsSend us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael Dean and Nikki Fraser, dive deep into one of our favourite essential oils: Vetiver. As Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, we share our personal experiences with Vetiver and discuss its unique properties, including its calming and grounding effects.We explore the botanical background of Vetiver, scientifically known as Vetiveria zizanoides, and highlight its complex chemical constituents, which contribute to its sedative and anxiolytic qualities. Rachael shares her recent use of a blend for shoulder and neck pain, while I reflect on my fondness for...2025-02-2514 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaEucalyptus Essential Oil: The Miracle Elixir You Need In Your LifeSend us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean, both Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, dive into the fascinating world of essential oils, focusing specifically on eucalyptus. We kick off the episode by discussing the various species of eucalyptus, including eucalyptus radiata, eucalyptus globulus, and eucalyptus dives, highlighting the importance of knowing the botanical names of essential oils for safe and effective use.As we explore eucalyptus, we touch on its origins, primarily from Australia, and its extraction from the leaves and twigs of the plant. We delve...2025-02-1115 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaSkin Deep: How To Dilute Essential Oils For Safe Topical Use - Part 3Send us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, we dive into part three of our series on safety dilution, focusing specifically on dermal dilution and its importance based on where you apply essential oils on your body. As Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, Rachael Dean and Nikki Fraser, are thrilled to share our insights and expertise to help you use essential oils safely and effectively.We begin by discussing the significance of proper dilution, especially when applying oils to sensitive areas like the face. We recommend a dilution o...2025-02-0421 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaEssential Oils for Kids: How to Dilute Safely for Every Age - Part 2Send us a textIn this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean continue their safety dilution series, focusing specifically on dermal dilution by age. As Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, we understand the importance of using essential oils safely, especially when it comes to children and the elderly.We begin by discussing the varying dilution ratios needed for different age groups, emphasizing that the essential oils suitable for babies can differ significantly from those for adults. Our chart outlines the recommended dilution percentages for various age ranges: from infants (0-3 months...2025-01-2814 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaHow To Dilute Essential Oils Like A Pro - Part 1Send us a textIn this episode of Vetiver Vibes, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean, certified clinical aromatherapists, kick off a three-part series focused on essential oil safety.Join us as we dive into the importance of diluting essential oils properly to ensure safe usage. We discuss our free dilution charts available for download at schoolofessentia.com/free and provide practical tips on how to create your own blends safely.In this episode, you'll learn:The significance of dilution and how to avoid skin sensitization.Recommended dilution percentages for...2025-01-2115 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaEssential Tips For Selecting The Best Aromatherapy ProgramSend us a textIn this episode of Vetiver Vibes Nikki and Rachael draw from six years of experience running their aromatherapy school, Essentria Aromatherapy School, to share must-know tips for selecting the right program. Whether you're a beginner or advancing your studies, they break down key factors to consider in your journey.First Impressions Matter:Assess how responsive a school is during initial contact.Look for schools that offer personal connections, such as Zoom meetings, to evaluate their fit for your educational goals.Accreditation is Crucial:Confirm affiliations with reputable associations...2025-01-0740 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaCheers to New Beginnings: How to Make the Most of 2025 with Vetiver VibesSend us a textIn this episode of Vetiver Vibes, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean kick off 2025 with a joyful reflection on their five and a half years of Essentria and Vetiver Vibes. They share their enthusiasm for the new year by discussing exciting goals:Launching a new course for a Level 2 certification later in 2025, perfect for those with prior Anatomy and Physiology education. Introducing new quarterly mini-courses to keep the learning fresh and engaging.Nikki and Rachael highlight the importance of setting goals and fostering community engagement. They warmly invite listeners to join t...2025-01-0108 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaAvoiding Tax Pitfalls: Advice For Entrepreneurs From Krista BurchSend us a textKrista Burch is a Tax Principal at Bateman MacKay with 10 years experience in corporate structures, mergers and acquisitions and tax compliance. She obtained her CPA in 2014 after graduating with an Honors in accounting from Brock University. Krista is currently in pursuit of her tax and estate planner designation to begin to provide more comprehensive estate planning services. She loves to travel and play recreational sports. In this episode, Nikki and Krista talk aboutSome of the biggest mistakes people make before having an accountantThe feel to in...2024-11-1242 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaCaring For Pets With Aromatherapy: Expert Tips From Amy Williams DeLongSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Amy Williams DeLong about supporting our pets and animals with aromatherapy. Amy DeLong is a Holistic Pet Care expert, certified animal aromatherapist, and instructor of Animal Aromatherapy In her private practice, Amy helps pet parents find holistic solutions that help their animal friends live the best life possible, including teaching pet parents how to use essential oils safely while giving pets a choice in selecting aromatics.In addition, Amy brings unique insights into supporting animals holistically through her work as...2024-10-2952 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaHow To Get More Clients: Business Growth Strategies With Kate MethesonSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Kate Matheson, from Matheson & Co. about top strategies for starting and growing your own business and increasing your bookings. Kate Matheson is a business coach for health + wellness practitioners, clinic owner, passionate advocate of health, and long-time entrepreneur, having built 6 businesses over the past 13 years. She has spent the last 7 years helping practitioners build their own consistent, fully booked practices without waiting years, sacrificing their quality of care or burning out on marketing. Kate is here to help put the right foundations in place (the things yo...2024-10-1547 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaDeclutter Your Life: Game-Changing Strategies With Noelle FowlerSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Noelle Fowler.Noelle Fowler is a Holistic Declutter Coach who helps busy women simplify their lives to make room for what matters most. She takes a root-cause approach to decluttering - because baskets and bins are just bandaids in “organizing”. Her realistic and sustainable approach to decluttering folds into the rhythms of everyday life so you’re not spending all of your Saturdays tackling that closet. Nikki and Noelle discussDecluttering, organizing and minimizing Getting to the root cause of clutterThe stories...2024-10-0141 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaBanish Acne for Good: Proven Strategies from Sandie GasconSend us a textSandie Gascon is an Integrative Healing Practitioner, Author of Heal Yourself and Founder of The Integrative Healing Academy. She healed herself of migraines, depression, lupus, interstitial cystitis, and cystic acne. Her purpose is to help educate others on the importance of shifting focus to rebuilding and rebalancing the body and removing internal and external stress so the body can heal itself. She lives in Florida with her husband and son, enjoying the sunshine state on her 5-acre farm with her horses and dogs.In this episode, Nikki interviews Sandie2024-09-171h 00
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaFood Allergy Relief: Proven Methods With Alexis SamsSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Alexis Sams about food allergies. Dr. Alexis Sams, is a functional medicine specialist, holistic healthcare practitioner and the founder of Renatrition Health & Wellness located in Phoenix, Arizona.With a focus on enhancing the well-being of those dealing with chronic pain and symptoms, her signature FoodClues™ unique treatment approach to uncover often overlooked factors in traditional medical practices. She draws on her extensive training in physical therapy, functional medicine, mindset coaching, herbalism and essential oils to help countless individuals worldwide who couldn't find relief through con...2024-08-1344 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaForest Bathing For Better Health: An Interview With Elizabeth MintunSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Elizabeth about the benefits of Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin Yoku. Elizabeth Mintun is a psychotherapist and mindful life coach. Elizabeth has a psychotherapy private practice in Columbus, Ohio and an online mindfulness-based life coaching practice. She also facilitates an online self-care membership called The Calming Ground, which supports and guides women to move from feeling depleted, overwhelmed, and exhausted to feeling energized, confident, and inspired. Elizabeth is the creator and host of The Calming Ground Podcast and she is a certified Qigong teacher and F...2024-07-3040 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaDiscovering Herbalism & Aromatherapy Secrets With Sharon Falsetto ChapmanSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Sharon Falsetto Chapman about the similarities and differences between herbalism and aromatherapy. Sharon Falsetto Chapman, is a UK-certified aromatherapist, an experienced garden herbalist (and an associate member of the American Herbalists Guild), and an artisan botanical perfumer. Sharon has worked within the healthcare industry since the 1990’s, and within aromatics for nearly two decades. She founded Sedona Aromatics: The Garden School Online(TM) in 2006. Today, Sharon works from her garden studio in Sedona, Arizona, surrounded by her one-acre homestead and aromatic gardens, which she cultivated from scr...2024-07-1644 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaUnlock Your Potential: EFT Secrets with Marilu WrenSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Marilu Wren about the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping. How it can help with chronic pains, stress, anxiety, and even limiting beliefs and money blocks. Marilu Wren, a Mum of four from the south of England, is an Advanced EFT Practitioner and Kinesiologist, alongside her passion for Energy Medicine she refers to herself as an Energy Coach. Using her training, skillset and lived experience of the last two difficult decades, she has a passion for helping her clients & their loved ones to overcome a...2024-07-0243 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaTrauma and Aromatherapy with Dr. Elizabeth GuthrieSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Dr. Elizabeth Guthrie about trauma and how aromatherapy can help.Elizabeth Guthrie is a clinical herbalist, certified aromatherapist, and yoga teacher with a PhD in Natural Medicine with a specialization in Naturopathic Psychology and a Master’s of Public Health in Functional Nutrition. They are also the best-selling author of The Trauma Informed Herbalist, and Essential Oils for Trauma. She also holds multiple other certifications from conventional and traditional schools.Nikki and Elizabeth discussWhat her favourite essential oils are - Bergamot an...2024-06-1852 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaREPLAY - Phototoxic oils and what needs to be considered to stay safeSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki chats with Rhonda about the importance of safety when it comes to phototoxic essential oils. In this episode, Rhonda goes overWhat is phototoxicityWhat is photosensitizationWhat is a photoallergyHow these can present on the body, photo contact dermatitisThe chemical compounds that should be used with cautionRhonda shares a personal family story about the unsafe use of cinnamon essential oil and how that still has an effect years laterWhat you should keep in mind with phototoxic essential oilsFollowing safety guidelines such as max dermal application t...2024-06-0444 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaThe Aroma Summit by AromaTrust - 3rd Year Preview with Emily CarpenterSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Emily Carpenter about the 3rd annual The Aroma Summit by Aroma Trust. An event coming up from June 7 - 9th that you won’t want to miss! Emily Carpenter is a Certified Aromatherapist, homeopath, herbalist, and Reiki master.You may remember Emily from her blogging days at Marvy Moms where she interviewed essential oil companies, and aromatherapists, and had over 500 participants in the Essential Oil Safety Quiz.Over seven years ago, Emily created an Essential Oil Dilution Calculator on her Marvy Moms blog. The...2024-06-0435 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaUnlocking Quantum Wellness: Elevating Your Energy With Natalie ClarkSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Natalie Clark about the impact of the human electromagnetic field on human health and vitality and what raises the electromagnetic field to allow for healing, growth, and transformation.Natalie Clark is a renowned speaker, energy practitioner and quantum facilitator who has a gift for catalyzing soul-led, high-achieving women to crack open their untapped potential. With her 6-step signature method, Ignite Your Brilliance, using quantum principles for the quantum age, her clients slash through eons of deep-rooted blocks and raise their electromagnetic field to create infinite possibilities.2024-05-2157 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaYoga Bliss: Exploring Essential Oils for Mind, Body, and Spirit with Danae RobinettSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Danae Robinett about the benefits of yoga and aromatherapy.Danae Robinett is a yoga teacher based in the San Francisco Bay Area.She’s been teaching for 19 years and a retreat leader for 12. A nurturer by nature, she's highly skilled at providing adaptations where all abilities are honoured and challenged. And she is also her father’s primary caregiver as he faces cancer the 3rd time.In this episode, Nikki and Danae go overHow she started her journey into...2024-05-0741 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaRosacea Reimagined: Innovative Techniques for a Healthier Complexion with Amayra MoralesSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Amayra Morales about rosacea and its connection to the gut and what we eat. Amyra Morales. Amayra is an Ayurveda digestive health coach who focuses on helping women manage rosacea so they can glow from the inside out. Amayra hit her lowest health point in 2018 and through a series of fortunate events ended up in India and that was the beginning of the end because this is where she discovered Ayurveda and was able to get to the root cause of her health, and this is w...2024-04-2346 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaEssentria's Anniversary Special: 5 Years of Empowering AromatherapistsSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael recap what Essentria Aromatherapy School has done over the past year and 5 years since the launch of the school.We are very grateful for all the support from our past and present students, and community members. We have students in 138 countries We have supported 8,888 studentsSponsored NAHA’s Botanica ConferenceSponsored CFA conferenceLaunched Ayurvedic Indian Head Massage certification courseHeld Registering & Labelling with Health Canada mini-courseParticipated in The Aroma Summit by Emily CarpenterNikki has become NAHA’s Regional Director for CanadaWe a...2024-04-0233 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaAromatic Abundance: 5+1 Ways to Skyrocket Your Earnings in AromatherapySend us a textIn this episode, Nikki goes over 5 ways how you can increase your income as an aromatherapist. She also added a bonus way at the end too!1. Consultation/Bespoke productsProducts that are made specifically for individual clients after a consultation is done. 2. Selling off the shelfHave product lines that you sell at markets, Etsy, online storeFollow all labelling and selling regulations3. Aromatherapy products for holistic therapists to use in their practiceMassage therapists, reflexologists, osteopaths...2024-03-1925 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaBreathing New Life: Exploring Transformational Breathwork with Teresa TriebSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Teresa Trieb about transformational breathwork, also known as conscious connective breathing or DMT breathwork.Teresa Trieb is a somatic breath therapist from Munich, Germany. She helps others gain access to their subconscious mind, release trapped emotions and help rewire their brain through the power of transformational breathwork. Teresa is a student of life exploring the connection between breathwork, emotion, somatics and psychosomatics. Her personal success is that she overcame her own panic attacks, anxiety and depression through breathwork.In this episode, Nikki...2024-03-121h 00
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaWaning Moon Wisdom with Aromatherapy Under the Full Moon, Part 2Send us a textDiscover the art of working with moon energy. This is a two-part series where this episode will go over the second half of the moon cycle. Listen to Part 1 AromaLunar Insights With Navigating The New Moon Glow. In this episode Nikki shares with Rachael how she works with the moon from Full Moon up until Waning Crescent. She also goes over some go-to rituals and activities which include; fear releases (dissolving paper, burning notes, etc) and forgiveness ceremonies such as cord-cutting and ho'oponopono (I Love You, I'm Sorry, Forgive Me, Thank Yo...2024-02-2728 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaAromaLunar Insights With Navigating The New Moon Glow - part 1Send us a textDiscover the art of working with moon energy. This is a two-part series where thi episode will go over the first half of the moon cycle. In this episode Nikki shares with Rachael how she works with the moon from new moon up until full before the full moon. There are 4 quarters of the moon cycle, or 8 phases. New Moon, Waxing crescent, first quarter, Gibbous moon, Full moon, gibbous moon/disseminating, third quarter, waning creasing/balsamic, and back to new moon. In this podcast we are going to cover the first half...2024-02-1331 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaAromas In Focus: Jennifer Jefferies' Journey With Aromatherapy Insight CardsSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Jennifer Jefferies all about intuitive aromatherapy and the insight cards that she created with illustrator Karen Osborn. Her favourite oilHow she got into aromatherapyHow the Aromatherapy Insight cards were developedAroma kinesiologyHow we are emotional beings and we have to work with the emotional side as wellBest way to use the cardsThe importance of reading the passage each time you pull a card1 card, 3 cards, or 11 cards readingExperience stories that Jennifer has had with the cardsNikki’s experience with the cardsHow to ask questions, as they need to rel...2024-01-2340 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaThe Secrets of Neuroaromatics and good feelings with Saskia SchanzSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Saskia Schanz about Neuroaromatics.Saskia Schanz is a teacher by training where she developed a learning concept for students, who she discovered, learnt best when they focussed on going inwards to find and express their authentic selves. Then came Saskia’s 3 children where she took a break and began painting abstract oil paintings that were used for interior design purposes on an energetic/Feng Shui level.In 2009, she decided to move to Canada where she started writing. It was then that she dis...2024-01-0947 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay - BONUS - Breaking through limiting beliefsSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki goes through an actionable exercise to help break through limiting beliefs. Letting go of old beliefs, setting new goals, and moving forward. Nikki originally participated in a similar exercise in a live presentation in a program by James Wedmore.If you can write out your answers by hand, this would be ideal. Handwriting can help to connect more with thoughts and deep emotions. If handwriting isn’t possible, and typing is, that is still a good way to document your answers. What is my limi...2023-12-3117 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaHappy New Year from Vetiver VibesSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael wish everyone a happy holiday season. We go overOur holiday sale - save 15% off bundles and massage courses with coupon code - holiday23How we’ve grown this yearNew course launched in 2023 - Ayurvedic Indian Head MassagePast podcast - Breaking through limiting beliefsThe importance of setting goals for the upcoming yeaSupport the showThis podcast is for information purposes only. We are certified clinical aromatherapists and holistic health professionals. If you have a medication concern, please refer to you...2023-12-2712 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaThe Learning Code: Strategies for Mastering New ConceptsSend us a textIn this episode, Rachael and Nikki chat about the importance of thinking outside the box and looking at the big picture. This is important for everyday life situations and also for students studying a course. Being able to use critical thinking is an important tool to have. We discussed:The importance of thinking outside the boxWhen you’re learning about a new concentp, look at what you did understand, read it again, look up words you don’t understand to get a better understanding.If you still need clari...2023-12-1225 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaReflexology Revealed: A Chat with Expert Sue ToddSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki has the pleasure of interviewing the amazing Sue Todd regarding reflexology.Sue is a retired dental hygienist, reflexologist, reflexology instructor and certified aroamtherapists, and author. She is an advocate for gratitude practice. She is passionate about learning and sharing what she learns. This has evolved into Sue sharing her passions on formats like this as well as motivational seminars. In this episode Sue sharesHow she got into reflexologyWhat is reflexologyBenefits of reflexology, including hands, and earsThoughts on combining modalitiesThe different foot m...2023-11-281h 07
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaThe Aromas of Nature: Organic Perfumery's Alluring Charm with Bonita BarthSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Bonita Barth, who’s been working in the field of natural skincare, organic perfumery, and plant medicine for over 30 years.Nikki and Bonita discuss:Her favourite essential oil, cistusHow Bonita started her aromatherapy journey as an herbalistHow The Aromatherapist is a family businessWhat is organic perfumeryHow synthetic perfumery started and the changes in the perfume industryThe safety and health issues behind synthetic chemicals in perfumeThe ‘need’ for scent in so many things in our livesWhen starting, be mindful of the scents and aromas...2023-11-1447 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaWe're back to regular programming for Season 3Send us a textWe are back after a delay due to life!LoveRachael and NikkiSupport the showThis podcast is for information purposes only. We are certified clinical aromatherapists and holistic health professionals. If you have a medication concern, please refer to your health team. Everyone’s health is unique to themselves, so the topics and suggestions stated may or may not apply directly to you. Please reach out to an aromatherapist to work with or consider training to become one yourself! Show music: Ha...2023-11-1205 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaOne Bite at a Time: Our Personal Livy Method ExperienceSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael share their own personal experiences of going through a healthy eating program on their journey to finally and forever health. We both completed the Spring session of Gina Livy’s Livy Method program. It’s a 91-day program that we both love for many reasons and wanted to share how we were able to transform our lives with it.It is a weight loss program, but Nikki sees it more as a healthy eating program to focus on wellness, with the added benefit of lo...2023-09-1234 min
Vetiver Vibes with EssentriaHealthy Habits for a Successful School YearSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael go over some of our top healthy habits for getting back into the school year routine. We go over:The importance of getting back into routinesScreen time, wi-fi limitationImportance of a good night sleepTop essential oils to help with rest and sleepSupport through transitions, when kids come back home after schoolTop essential oils during transitionsThe importance of communication Influx of germs and how to keep a strong immune systemTop essential oils for the immune systemTop essential oils for studying and staying focused...2023-09-0526 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay - Our favourite essential oils to use during the fall seasonSend us a textIn this episode, Rachael and Nikki talk about their top oils to use during the fall season.They go overSome of their top essential oils include sweet orange, cinnamon cardamom, and cloveSome unique diffuser blends that include oatmeals cookies (see the blend below)How they use them to help reset the routine for back to schoolWhich oils are used to help keep the immune strong as the weather cools downSome of our favourite ways to use the oilsOatmeal cookie diffuse blend2023-08-2933 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay - The Essential Guide to Carrier Oils:Aromatherapy's Unsung HeroesSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Susan about lipid oils, often referred to as carrier oils, and their many benefits. Susan trained as an herbalist and became very interested in infusing plants in oils, but because there wasn't much information on the oils, she began to focus on them with a little help from a friend who was a chemist and was able to clue her in on the fatty acids. This led to a self-published booklet, and after 20 years of running an herbal products business, her book Power of th...2023-08-2237 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay: Aromatherapy Path: How to Find the Best School for Your Aspirations (#14)Send us a textIn this episode, Nikki, Rhonda, & Rachael chat about how to choose the best aromatherapy school for your specific needs. We understand that this investment is important, and we want to make sure that everyone who starts down the path to become a certified aromatherapists reaches their goal. The importance of aromatherapy associationsPrice is important, as it needs to fit into your budget, but it isn’t always everything. You don’t want the bargain barrel education, but quality.How much support you get through the course. Is online, in person, mixture good for y...2023-08-1533 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay - From Student to Aromatherapy Success: Inspiring Journey with Kenneth WallaceSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Kenneth Wallace from Wallace and Wallace about his experience of becoming a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist with Essentria Aromatherapy School. Dr. Kenny Wallace, Aboha ‘a Chihowa, is an African American Choctaw Pawnee from the United States living in Canada. He holds a doctorate in Worship Studies from the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies with a focus on Christian contextualization of Indigenous worship. Having spent the past decade plus, recovering his Indigenous heritage, he was introduced to herbalism and later aromatherapy. He has sin...2023-08-0827 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaVetiver Vibes Anniversary Special: A Year of Inspiring Aromatherapy ConversationsSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael share how the past year has gone since launching Vetiver Vibes podcast. We go overHow many countries and cities we have listeners worldwideMost listeners tune in on mobile deviseThank you for the 5-star reviewsIf you haven’t reviewed the podcast yet, we would appreciate it if you could leave us a review so more people can find us!Launching our new course - Ayurvedic Indian Head MassageIf you want to be a guest on this podcast please reach out to us at info@sch...2023-08-0108 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay - Empowered Aromatherapy: Exploring Essentria's Essential Oil Safety Labels (#12)Send us a textIn this episode, Rachael and Nikki talk about safety labels from Essentria.This excellent resource can be printed out and applied on individual bottles or used as a reference sheet. Having the information quickly at your fingertips so you always know the main safety points of the essential oils you’re using. Why it’s important to use essential oils safelyIf essential oils have max dilutions to apply topicallyWhich essential oils are safe to use during pregnancy and with childrenWhere to find the chemical constituents of essential oilsYou can get a sam...2023-07-2517 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaReplay - Phototoxic oils and what needs to be considered to stay safeSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki chats with Rhonda about the importance of safety when it comes to phototoxic essential oils. In this episode, Rhonda goes overWhat is phototoxicityWhat is photosensitizationWhat is a photoallergyHow these can present on the body, photo contact dermatitisThe chemical compounds that should be used with cautionRhonda shares a personal family story about the unsafe use of cinnamon essential oil and how that still has an effect years laterWhat you should keep in mind with phototoxic essential oilsFollowing safety guidelines such as max dermal application t...2023-07-1845 minVetiver Vibes with Essentria30 Years of Aromatherapy Excellence – Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists Conference RecapSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael go over the speakers and topics from the CFA conference from June 2023Sue Todd shared about gratitude and how gratitude has had such an impact on her daily life. She has been posting publicly her daily gratitude for over 10 years!Jean-Claude Villeneuve, owner of BoreA Canada went over the sustainability, and eco-responsibility for the essential oils and hydrolats that they distill in the Boreal forest in Quebec. Julie Clark shared her experience of building a s...2023-07-0419 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaBlending for Perfumery - Part 4 of 4 part blending seriesSend us a textIn this episode, Rachel interviews Nikki about blending for perfumery. If you haven’t listened to part 1 - Blending for acute conditions, part 2 - Blending for chronic conditions, or part 3 - Blending for Subtle Aromatherapy, go listen to it now!In this episode, we discussWhat is perfume aromatherapyHow to blend scents that can be used throughout the dayBenefits of hydrolats as a body mistMaking solid perfumesUse high-proof alcoholThe safety of essential oils still apply! Make sure you continue to follow max dilutions of individual essential oils.Blend wit...2023-06-2015 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaBlending for subtle aromatherapy - Part 3 of 4 part blending seriesSend us a textIn this episode, Rachel interviews Nikki about the best ways to blend essential oils for subtle aromatherapy. If you haven’t listened to part 1 - Blending for acute conditions, or part 2 - Blending for chronic conditions, go listen to it now!In this episode, we discussWhat is subtle aromatherapyHow to use aromatherapy and essential oils in a subtle blendYou don’t need a full drop in a blend to receive the energetic propertiesGreat to use in topical applications and spraysHelps remove stagnant energ...2023-06-1323 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaBlending for chronic conditions - Part 2 of 4 part blending seriesSend us a textIn this episode, Rachel interviews Nikki about the best ways to blend essential oils for chronic conditions. If you haven’t listened to part 1 - Blending for acute conditions, go listen to it now!In this episode, we discussWhat is a chronic conditionWhat to do with complex health concernsBest practice on dilution for chronic conditionsRemember to go low and slowYou can always apply more often throughout the dayKnowing the root cause of an issue is still importantDon’t need to always increase the dilution, but swap out t...2023-06-0616 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaBlending for acute conditions - Part 1 of 4 part blending seriesSend us a textIn this episode, Rachel interviews Nikki about the best ways to blend essential oils for acute conditions. In this episode, we discussWhat is an acute conditionHow you can go to a higher dilution for a few days, but still start on the lower side of the scale.Using higher blends for no more than 5 days ideallyIndividual dilution of essential oils still can’t go past the maximum recommendations for safety How the olfactory system and the aromatic benefits can work quickly in certain situation like a panic atta...2023-05-3015 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaThe challenges and growth of Aromatherapy in the Philippines with Jirbie GoSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Jirbie Go about what’s happening in the Philippines regarding aromatherapy. Jirbie became a certified aromatherapist in 2019, is a certified aromatherapy teacher, has publications in multiple international aromatherapy journals, is a proud member of the International Clinical Aromatherapy Network (ICAN), is a board member and Philippine representative for the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA), Founder of the Alliance of the Philippine Aromatherapists (APA), and founder of the Aromatherapy Institute of the Philippines. In this episode, Nikki and Jirbie go overHow she star...2023-05-2344 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaDoes research really matter when it comes to aromatherapy? with Hana TisserandSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Hana Tisserand from Tisserand Institude about the importance of research when it comes to aromatherapy. Hana Tisserand is an essential oil educator and a co-founder of Tisserand Institute, a global resource for evidence-based essential oil education. Coming from a background in translation and adult learning, her focus is on making research understandable, and making science enjoyable. In this episode, Nikki and Hana go overHow Hana started her aromatherapy journeyThe importance of aromatherapy research - confirming that what we are doing do...2023-05-1648 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaLooking at aromatherapy trends, education, and membership groups with Beverly HawkinsSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Beverly Hawkins about how aromatherapy has evolved over the years and importance of education, and looking at her membership program. Bev Hawkins has incorporated aromatics and other alternative modalities into her life and practice for over 30 years. She has extensive training, certificates and diplomas in many different modalities. She first started teaching aromatherapy courses and workshops in 1995, and in 1999 founded the West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy offering formal Aromatherapy Certification Courses and Workshops, although as of December 2022 she has retired from teaching Full Certification Courses. As a practi...2023-05-0950 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaIs it worth joining an aromatherapy association like NAHA? with Jennifer PressimoneSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Jennifer Pressimone about the benefits of joining the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) Association. Jennifer Pressimone is the Central Florida Director & Vice President of the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy. She has been a leading expert in clinical & psychological aromatherapy for over 20 years, teaching health & wellness professionals across the globe. She is a certified clinical aromatherapist, herbalist, educator, formulator, author, and founder of the JennScents Aromaversity. Her passion is bringing awareness to holistic aromatherapy through knowledge and skill development, and foster safe p...2023-05-0255 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaWhat's it like being a student with Essentria? with Nancy LabombardSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Nancy about her experience becoming a Certified Clinical aromatherapist with Essentria Aromatherapy School. Nancy is a Certified Aromatherapy Health Professional operating her private practice, Nancy LAromatherapy, from home in Amherstburg, Ontario Canada, supporting people in the Windsor Essex community. She sees clients on a one-on-one basis offering customized care. She does this using aromatherapy preparations through inhalation or topical application. A personal self-care & wellness plan is created for each client, while monitoring progress.In this episode, Nikki a...2023-04-2534 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaWhy you should join us in watching The Aroma Summit with Emily CarpenterSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Emily Carpenter about how The Aroma Summit came to be and why it’s an event you won't want to miss!Emily Carpenter has training in the fields of Aromatherapy, Homeopathy, Herbalism, and Reiki. Emily gained recognition through her interviews with essential oil companies and aromatherapists, as well as her Essential Oil Safety Quiz that attracted over 500 participants on her original blog, Marvy Moms. For over six years, Emily made monthly appearances on the morning news to share the benefits of natural living. She cr...2023-04-1836 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaWhat are the benefits of meditation while using aromatherapy? With Kristi CorlessSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Kristi on how meditation and essential oils can help support people. Kristi has been educating others on the power of essential oils and nutrition for over 12 years. She has 10 certifications in alternative health modalities including foot, back, face & hand zoning. She's a highly intuitive certified life coach, who also assists clients in connecting with themselves, their angels, and their higher power so they can heal faster and fulfill their purpose on the earth. In this episode, Nikki and Kristi go ov...2023-04-1148 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaHappy 4 year anniversary to EssentriaSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki and Rachael share their thoughts on reaching 4 years since Essentria opened the doors for student enrolment! In this episode, we chatted about howEssentria has students in over 135 countriesWe have supported over 7200 studentsSeveral certification courses are available online, with more to comeMany mini-courses, and more to comeLaunched this great podcast in the summer of 2022Sponsoring the CFA and NAHA conferences in 2023Free guides that you can download including safety labels, dilution guides, personal inhaler guides and more2023-04-0429 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaBenefits of having a coach in your business with Melissa HolmanSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Melissa about the benefits of having a coach for your life and business. Melissa is a Transformational Coach and Registered Aromatherapist. She is a member of the Alliance of International Aromatherapists and is the Mentor for the Regional and State Representatives. She was listed as one of the most influential people in Aromatherapy in 2022 and is a writer and international speaker. She has been married to her husband for 33 years, has four grown children, and five grandchildren. She currently lives on the beautiful tropical island of Gu...2023-03-2855 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaThe Benefits of Tarot Readings and Aromatherapy with Nicki Ojeda/TatiaraSend us a textIn this episode, Nikki interviews Nicki Ojeda, about the benefits of tarot and how she incorporates aromatherapy into her readings. Nicki Ojaida, also known as Tatiara, has been a tarot and past life reader for 35 years. She creates custom essential oil blends and flower essences based on the energies shown in the reading based on archetypal wisdom. She also holds archetypal embodiment workshops; which is an experiential moving meditation wherein she touches into the unconscious and tap into the innate body wisdom.In this episode, Nikki and T...2023-03-2147 minVetiver Vibes with EssentriaCommon myths about essential oils and air quality, skin barrier, and sustainabilitySend us a textIn this episode, Nikki goes over 3 questions that Essentria received in an email, and myths that have been floating around on the internet for a bit. The first question was whether using Essential oils can release volatile organic compounds (VOC) and change the air quality. Nikki shares What VOC really meansHow to diffuse essential oils safely, not diffusing for hours on endWhat could happen when diffusing for too longWhat is being diffused mattersThe second question was if essential oil...2023-03-1438 min