When headaches rear their ugly...head during the Luteal phase of a woman's monthly cycle Kavana's potent Peppermint Poem can help you find support and relief thanks to the cooling and tingling effects of the menthol, in Peppermint. Roll along the back of the head, where the occipital bone meets the neck, back and front of shoulders, collarbone and temples, but not too close to the eyes. This perfume poem can also be rolled onto the clean soles of the feet, as the basil and peppermint notes, will help ground and stimulate the nerve endings, which may also help channel some cooling relief towards the head.
Meadowfoam seed oil (Limnanthes alba): Meadowfoam seed oil is a waxy oil, similar to Jojoba. It is non-comodogenic (doesn't block pores), contains over 98% long chain fatty acids, making it extremely stable and highly resistant to oxidation and heat, though it may solidify a bit in cold conditions. It's non-greasy texture, is known to help lock in moisture and prevent trans-epidermal water loss, and may help your skin form a barrier to lock in moisture and deliver nutrients deep into your epidermis. It can help bind fragrance and keep it stable, making it excellent for aromatherapy applications, like Kavana's Perfume Poems. Rice Bran oil (RBO)(Oryza Sativa): Prized by Japanese women for centuries, as it has been shown to exhibit brightening and skin softening properties. RBO contains some phytochemicals (plant chemicals) such as tocotrienols, tocopherols, phytosterols, polyphenols, squalene and powerful anti-oxidant gamma oryzanol, that support skin's health. The high level of Vitamins E and B, omega 9 and a rich array of fatty acids, beta-carotene, CoQ10 and lycopene, may help shield the skin from environmental and internal stressors. It is not winterized, meaning, it may get cloudy in cold temperatures. If this happens, simply heat it gently under running warm-hot water till cloudiness disappears Grapefruit (Citrus paradisii): If you are feeling tired or totally exhausted, sniffing Grapefruit essential oil may help wake you up and promote feelings of vitality. Limonene, the main chemical constituent of Grapefruit oil, is believed to help cytokine production, the body's natural immune response. The uplifting aroma emitted from this citrus scent may also help banish your PMS lethargy. It may help boost circulation, reduce inflammation, increase blood flow and relieve stress. The blood vessel dilating effects of grapefruit, may be useful as a natural remedy for PMS headaches, fatigue, bloating and muscle pains. Basil (Ocimum basilicum): Triple blind studies have shown that this herb has helped reduce both the intensity and frequency of migraine attacks. While PMS headaches can also be caused by dehydration, fresh basil has analgesic properties that can help relieve pain, so adding a few leaves of this Italian herb to a cup of boiling water, may also be helpful to those with 'dehydration headaches'.
INGREDIENTS: Carefully hand blended in Toronto with Limnanthes alba (Meadowfoam seed oil, Oryza sativa (rice bran) oil, Kavana's signature blend of certified pure, therapeutic grade essential oils of: Citrus paradisii (Pink Grapefruit), Ocimum basilicum (Basil), Mentha piperita (Peppermint), Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) and rosemary oleoresin.
WHAT IT'S FORMULATED WITHOUT: The 'Mean 15', Petroleum and petroleum by-products, lanolin, talc,palm oil, coconut oil, palm oil, synthetic colourants, synthetic fragrance, parabens, pthalates, propylene glycol, triclosan, 100% aluminum-free, sulfates SLS and SLES, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclocarban. WHAT IT'S NOT PACKAGED IN: Another plastic tube! Almost 100% plastic packaging free! Help us green as we grow and recycle and re-use your Perfume bottle or return it for 15%OFF your next purchase of Kavana Skincare.
During ovulation, body temperature can rise by as much as one degree celsius, causing skin to feel hot to the touch, flush more easily and overall feel a bit feverish. When P.M.S headaches hit in the luteal phase (weeks 3 and 4) of a woman's cycle, Kavana's Peppermint Perfume Poem can help cool things down. Thanks to the cooling menthol component in Peppermint essential oil, and the grounding, analgesic (pain relieving) properties of top notes Basil and Rosemary, along with the uplifting deliciousness of zingy Pink Grapefruit, this Perfume is a delicious, functional, aromatherapeutic fragrance to use around the neck, shoulders and back of the scalp when headaches strike.
