Forum Archive
Forum Archive
Selected Conversations from the Ananda Community
Real questions. Practical experience. Applied judgment.
These conversations come from Ananda’s original public forum, where customers, practitioners, and staff discussed essential oils in real use. Some were written more than a decade ago; those presented here are part of the historical record, with original attribution preserved. This is a growing archive, not the complete collection. We will publish more as time allows. Keep checking for updates. Enjoy!
Originally published August 21, 2011. The language below reflects Ananda’s public forum at that time and is preserved as part of the archive.
The Purpose of the Ananda Apothecary Forums
The Ananda Apothecary forums are a home for discussion groups on the use of essential oils in any and all ways. Should you have a question about using essential oils, their properties, accessories and tools used in therapeutic essential oil use, this is the place. If you've got questions, this is a fine place to post them -- just find the appropriate forum and jump in. If you're a knowledgeable user, and would like to share your experience, we invite you to do that too! Either way, you're questions and comments about the great wide world of essential oil use will be answered. Our staff regularly contributes as well, assisting in any way we can. While we cannot offer specific medical advice, we can share what the latest science is telling us about the myriad of properties of the oils, and all the conditions being studied using oils as "treatments". Our aim is to build a community of folks who have incorporated the use of essential oils in their lives, and those who are just beginning. This is a wonderful addition to all the great information already available on the website, yet seen through different eyes, of users with a wide variety of experience. If you have any requests for new forum topics, or anything else you'd like to see here, just send us an email, and we'll be sure to address your questions or concerns. Thanks for joining us! All the Best, The Ananda Apothecary Staff
Seasonal / Immune Support
- Oregano Oil Details? Coming to the archive
- C. diff Coming to the archive
- Essential Oils and Immune Support Coming to the archive
- Cold Sores Coming to the archive
- Super Immune and Surgery Coming to the archive
- Diffusion and the Immune System Coming to the archive
- Super Immune with a Carrier Oil Coming to the archive
- Autoimmune Disorders Coming to the archive
- Thieves Oil Coming to the archive
- Sinus / Sinusitis Coming to the archive
- Allergies Coming to the archive
- Mold Coming to the archive
Skin Care
- Itch and Skin Care Coming to the archive
- Sun Damage Coming to the archive
- Sunblock Question Coming to the archive
- New Essential Oil Blend Added — Sun Radiance Coming to the archive
- Purifying Masks Coming to the archive
- Lots of Skin Care Questions from a New User Coming to the archive
- One Bottle Does It All Facial Blend Coming to the archive
- Recommend a Face Skin Care Regime for 41 Year-Old Me? Coming to the archive
- Skin Care Recipes Coming to the archive
- Blemishes and Acne Coming to the archive
- Surgical Scars Coming to the archive
- The Big 5 Carrier Oils for Beauty Care Coming to the archive
- Essential Oils and Carrier Oils for Skin Care Coming to the archive
- Using Frankincense and Other CO2's for Skin Care Coming to the archive
- Doterra Immortelle Replacement? Need Formulation Advice Coming to the archive
- Skin Care Blending Coming to the archive
- Nummular Dermatitis / Eczema Coming to the archive
- Hormones & Acne Coming to the archive
- Acne Question Coming to the archive
- Combination and Acne-Prone Skin Coming to the archive
- Allergic to Lavender Coming to the archive
- Lavender Coming to the archive
- Psoriasis Coming to the archive
Recovery / Pain
- Recovery from a Stroke Coming to the archive
- Twisted Ankle Coming to the archive
- Help! Bad Muscle Spasms in Back Coming to the archive
- Inflammation in Joints Coming to the archive
- Neck Pain Coming to the archive
- The Pain of Fibromyalgia Coming to the archive
- Sciatic Pain Coming to the archive
- Shin Splints Coming to the archive
- Arthritis Coming to the archive
- Bruises / Skin Trauma Coming to the archive
- Black Eye Help Coming to the archive
Focus / Mental Performance
- Peppermint Coming to the archive
- ADHD and Essential Oils Coming to the archive
Nervous System Support
- Anxiety and Stress Coming to the archive
- Essential Oils and the Central Nervous System Coming to the archive
- Grounding and Connecting with the Earth
Blending & Formulation
- Aging of Essential Oils
- Hot Temps During Shipping — Damaging?
- Blending?
- Blending by Frequency or "Note"?
- Blending Strength
- Blending — How Much Carrier Oil?
- Help! I Added Too High a Concentration of EO's, How to Fix?
- Tools, Methods, and Some Tips for Blending
- Using an EO in a Blend for Its Aroma
- Using Thyme Essential Oil Blend in Water for a Mouth Rinse
- Beginner's Guide to Making Aromatherapy Liquid Soaps
- Using Essential Oils: Healing Properties & Safe Usage
- Taking Oils Internally