Benefits Of Peppermint Essential Oil

What brings me to write about peppermint is the other day my allergies were in full swing. I felt absolutely terrible from the runny nose, watery eyes to the exhaustion allergies can cause. By the time I took my medication it was too late. Although, the symptoms subsided the affects were still there - especially the exhaustion.
My work day was booked with the production of 307 Peppermint Foot Scrubs to be delivered on April 15th. This was a God send - because I use pure essential oil of peppermint in my scrub my energy returned and the runny nose and watery eyes subsided. I was energized, production went well, and the tasks were met for the day. Because of how the peppermint essential oil affected me, I would like to share with you some of the history behind the peppermint plant with all that it has to offer.
Peppermint is sometimes known to be the world's oldest medicine. There is archaeological evidence dating this plant as far back as 10,000 years. Peppermint flowers are large nectar producers and honey bees as well as other nectar harvesting organisms forage them heavily. The uses of peppermint are plentiful. You will find peppermint in cosmetics, toiletries, pharmaceuticals, culinary delights, topical agents, and is taken internally.
Some of the properties in peppermint are as follows: antibiotic, antidepressant, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, astringent, stomachic, antispasmodic, sedative, antiseptic, digestive, expectorant, stimulant, tonic (nerve), and vasoconstrictor to name a few.
The benefits of this wonderful plant are also incredible and may be used in many different ways. Such as an inhalant, topical applications, taken internally, added to a bath or lotions and oils to help relax and act as an anti-inflammatory for muscles, a great ingredient for soaps, and may be added to many foods as a flavoring agent. Here are some of the ailments that peppermint will help alleviate: acne, bronchitis, clears the sinuses, colds, coughs, dermatitis, eczema, flatulence, indigestion and irritated colon, mouth or gum infections, muscular pain, mental fatigue, headache, migraine, motion sickness, hysteria, insect bites, and poor circulation. As you can see there are many ways in which peppermint may be used. Also, a recent report from Italy has shown that patients who took peppermint oil capsules for 4 weeks had a major reduction in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms.
Another interesting fact about peppermint oil is that it is an "all-natural way" to deter ants from being inside and outside your home. Just apply to desired areas in sparse amounts until the ants are discouraged from returning. Please note that the application will have to be reapplied every few days.
To grow peppermint it is best to do so in a container - it expands quickly by underground rhizomes. Plant in part-sun to shade areas and needs a good water supply.
As you can see, peppermint essential oil and the plant should be in every home and garden. A beautiful way to enhance your well being.

Take A Step For Kids April 19th 2008 9:00 am

Take A Step For Kids - April 19th, 2008 - 9AM
Independence Grove Forest Preserve - Ready…Get Set…Come and join us for the 5th Annual Take a Step for Kids! Once again this year, our friends from the 102.3 WXLC morning show will be broadcasting live from our event with prize to be won! And don’t forget to bring the children…Bubba the Art Bus from Artwork’s Children Museum will be there for the kids to make the most beautiful art you will ever see!
We hope to see you there. To learn more about this event and this wonderful organization, "Community Youth Network" please click on the heading above.
After reading about CYN, I am sure you will want to participate in this great event. Gwendolyn's Gate is honored to be one of many sponsors for CYN and we will continue to participate in future events.
Come on let's have some fun at The Independence Grove Forest Preserve, Libertyville, Il.

French Green Clay - The Many Benefits

French Green Clay is by far the most luxurious and effective mineral skin clays used throughout the world. Because of the high mineral content this clay may be used for treating acne, skin disorders, assist in reducing pores and the signs of age/sun spots. For the mature skin it has a beautiful anti-aging effect due to the rich minerals increasing circulation to the connective tissues while enabling oxygen to speed the elimination of impurities in your skin. It may be used to balance combination skin, normalize oily skin, and revitalize dry skin. The clay also has antiseptic and healing properties, and an emollient which leaves the skin silky smooth. Wow, can you think of a better clay or way to help keep your skin looking beautiful?
It is quite easy to use French Green Clay as a mask - simply add water to create a paste, apply to your skin and let sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse and apply you favorite moisturizer. You will be amazed at the beautiful results - which are immediate. Please note that you may add other natural ingredients to enhance the many benefits of the French Green Clay.
To identify this clay make sure that it is green or off green in color. French Green Clay is as stated "Green"!
Click on the heading above to read the testimonials on Gwendolyn's Gate - "Chrysalis" French Green Clay.

Home Shows - A Great Way To Promote Your Product

As part of my marketing strategy for 2008, I decided to implement Home Shows into my plan. The reason in doing so was not only to increase the recognition of Chrysalis Skin Care but, I also realized that when it comes to your skin it is unlikely that someone would purchase my product (from the web site) without personally being referred or experiencing the results. Although, I do have testimonials on my web site, I want to reach as many woman as possible and let them experience Chrysalis for themselves.
Yesterday, for the first time, I was involved in a Home Show and the results were great. One of reasons why is that the 2 woman, Lisa and Cindy, who hosted the show use my product and they themselves were a live testament as to how Chrysalis can work for you. The first woman who walked up to my table was sold instantly on the product after listening to Lisa and Cindy, sampling the product and noticing the immediate results. From then on everything went well. The product sold and I now have other shows booked. Also, those who bought wanted to know if I had a web site to reorder - this too is extremely important to have.
Keep in mind that having a marketing plan is important. But, you must have a target group in which you want to reach. Mine is the mature woman. I created Chrysalis specifically to help reduce the signs of aging and to keep your skin looking beautiful and radiant making you feel beautiful and good about yourself.
I am now looking forward to promoting Chrysalis with Home Shows and can't wait to meet more woman who want to look and feel beautiful!