Are you all stressed out during the holiday season?  With all that running around,  shopping, cooking and baking – we all bound to get more exhausted during the months of Novemeber and December every year – not to mention all the other holidays before and after.

Arguably, everyone in the entire world is under stress of some sorts.  Aromatherapy comes to my rescue.  Oftentimes, I reach out to natural remedies for relaxation.  One of my favorites is Lavender oil.  It soothes me, and lulls me for a good night sleep.  Essential oils are extracts from plants that have a beneficial effect on stress relief – particular oils have therapeutic properties that produce calming effect and decrease stress level.  Shown by research, the essentials oils stimulate the powerful sense of smell and part of our brain that affects our emotions, encourage feelings of relaxation, raising mood, or reducing anxiety to alleviate stress.  Below are some of the best oils to combat various types of stress. 

For mental stress:  Lavender, Basil, Grapefruit, Patchouli, Cardamom, Sandalwood, Geranium

For emotional stress:  Sandalwood, Geranium, Rose, Bergamot, Palma Rosa, Vetiver

For physical stress:  Rosemary, Lavender, Thyme, Marjarom, Chamomile Roman, Bergamot, Geranium

Try some of these aromatherapy ideas for relaxation today.

*Select the essential oils according to your needs

*Prepare a nice hot bath – add a few drops of appropriate oils

*Play your favorite relaxing music CD

*Light an aromatherapy candle – be sure to get good quality candles that give off the purest scent

*Diffusers – great option to replace candles if you prefer:  creates a soothing and relaxing mood

*Body products – rub on your body along with a massage if possible, or dab a few drops of skin-safe essential oils on pulse points

Essential oils are not meant to replace your regular medication if serious illness occurs.  Most aromatherapy oils are fairly safe, but please make sure to check if you have any allergy before using.

Go ahead, enjoy your holidays and get relaxed with aromatherapy to reduce seasonal stress.

Source:  Natural Stress Reducers, Aroma Cures

Yesterday, July 14th was Bastille Day. 

Despite the history origin of this day, there were many festivals and events around the world celebrated this particular day – in French style, bien sur!

No exception, the treats of French croissants and baguettes with cafe au latte started my day at breakfast.  So, I wasn’t in Paris yesterday celebrating along with my friends there, but New York has a large French population; hence the variety of French bistros, pastry shops and boutiques.  I gave my friends some perfect spa-bath gifts:   Pre de Provence- Heart Shaped Soaps and Luxury Soap Packs.

The Bastille Day Street Fair started off this past weekend – filled with games, and food tasting.  Everyone seemed to have a fabulous time.

The French Institute Alliance Française offers weekly screenings at their cinema for the film lovers.  Many also tuned in watching the Tour de France.

One of the Tribeca neighborhood’s favorite, Cercle Rouge is another establishments of Georges Forgeois – offers classic bistro dishes that are delightful.

Cercle Rouge’s Bastille Day celebrations were being held in conjunction with the French Government Tourist Board, which was raffling off a free 6 day/5night trip for two to Provence. I hope one of you were the winners!

JERSEY CITY, N.J.– At the end of a stressful day, we all need a way to relax and feel pampered, especially during the holiday season.  Cozy Petal is an eBoutique that provides their customers with a luxurious and soothing feeling through their spa inspired products and loungewear at their online Spa Gift Shop.  With this holiday season,  there are plenty to choose from their unique Spa & Bath Gift Baskets such as Peaceful Rose,  Happy Feet, French Indulgence, or Calm & Relax.  Send someone you care or reward that hard working individual in your life with these special pampering gifts at any occasion.  Cozy Petal also offers a variety of unique spa-themed gifts for teen girls’ sleepover, and bridal shower parties.

“With the daily stress of women, my company offers them a guilt-free way to relax with the home-spa experience. Cozy Petal also focuses on wellness life style by offering natural and organic products,” says Founder, Ellen Lau Zarrell. ”I feel that there is a way for women to lounge around in a stylish, fashionable way. I call our lounge-wear ‘Lounge-Around-Wear’ which are versatile to be worn at home and when going out.”

Now you can simply surf on Cozy Petal, and find exciting gift packages that create an experience to remember. Whether it’s an in-home Spa Gift Basket or Luxury Robe, Cozy Petal has perfect ideas for that special someone in your life. On top of treating someone you love to an unforgettable gift, you will be giving them the chance to transform themselves into an oasis of tranquility where they can escape and rejuvenate while turning their home into the ultimate day spa. Perfect alone, or hold a Spa Party.

Gift givers can select from an array of products that say “You deserve it” including; Luxury Spa and Bath products, Spa and Bridal Shower Gifts, Luxury Style Spa Robes, Spa Sleep Masks, Spa Slippers, Aromatherapy products such as Chocolate Scented Neck Pillow and Shower Gel. Fashionistas can also personalize their own Rhinestone (Bling Bling) Spa Flip-Flops.

Cozy Petal also carries a beautiful selection of intimate apparel, sleepwear, lounge-wear and accessories. Products can be purchased online at www.CozyPetal.com which carries many leading brands of spa and bath product lines that can help you relax, revitalize your heart & soul and rejuvenate your senses.

Watch a loved one’s eyes light up, surprise that special someone and reward that hard working individual in your life from Cozy Petal. Our gifts provide your loved ones with amazing lasting memories.

Cozy Petal maintains a focused vision of excellence, taking pride in its dedication to its customers by offering the best quality merchandise.

Holiday special is offered to Cozy Petal customers.  Simply enter code HOLSALE at Checkout for the entire month of December 2009.

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My friends’ teenage girls will be heading off to Summer Camp soon. Though the parents know that their kids will enjoy themselves at the Camp, they cannot help but wonder if their girls will miss some pampering they used to have at home…well you know, chit chatting with their girlfriends over the phone while trying on new nail color on their toes…and the occasionally spa parties they have on weekends back home…

Sending a Cozy Petal Spa-bath Gift Baskets will put a great smile on your favorite tween girls!  Select any of our fantastic Spa-Gift Baskets that are filled with Spa goodies and sparkle accessories.  Show off their new pedicure with our Rhinestone Bling-Bling Flip Flops.  Personalize and design your summer flip flops with rhinestone charms. 

We know that the parents or aunties usually send them care packages. Cookies are good, but how about a special delivery of ‘Spa Care Package’ sent to their girls to share with all of her summer BFFs.

The woods are nice but looking like you live in the woods is not.  Our ‘’Spa-style-istas Gift Basket’, or ‘Pamper-Me-Pink’ spa-bath gifts refresh anyone for a long day at the outdoors.  Throw a Spa Party at the Summer Camp will sure bring alot of new friends together.

Well, try it yourself…perhaps it is for your little girl, favorite niece, or ever sweet goddaughter…go ahead and check out our website at Cozy Petal, and send her a care package that says we really care and with this perfect package to say “We miss you and see you soon, but hmm just not too soon!”