If you’re experiencing stress because of the coronavirus pandemic, you’re not alone. Lockdown has had a ‘major impact’ on mental health. Increased isolation and fear about the disease can be overwhelming and cause anxiety in adults and children.
We got in touch with Vanessa from Made by Pure Hands in Peckham to discuss Aromatherapy and get a custom blend rollerball made for us - aimed at reducing stress and to help you relax.
Vanessa has been a qualified Aromatherapist for 8 years, but long before Vanessa qualified she had been using essential oils and making products; for approximately 14 years. Vanessa told us that there is a little joke amongst Aromatherapists which basically says ‘there is an essential oil for that!’. And it’s true, there are many essential oils for stress and many conditions.
In short from the day Vanessa discovered Aromatherapy, it has become part of her life. She told us that it’s such a wonderful feeling to be able to work in a field that you are passionate about. She loves the journey it has taken her on and will spend a lifetime discovering new oils and learning how they can benefit all.
When you contact Vanessa, you will initially have a 20 minute consultation with her to discuss your issues, lifestyle and anything you feel will be helpful. Vanessa’s aim is to get the bigger picture about your life so that she can provide the right service and advice.
Vanessa told us that Aromatherapy can help with mood but we also have to give ourselves some time. By making small changes such as making your favourite tea, meditating for five minutes or writing down your intentions for the day can really help.
Vanessa was happy to make us a custom blend rollerball - prices start from £7, using 3 essential oils blended in vegetable oil. The blend is chosen on the particular client’s needs, so it’s not a pre-made product. We had the chance to smell various lovely essential oils but eventually stuck to a blend made up of Bergamot, Geranium and Frankincense - it smells divine.
Vanessa is one of the most caring and authentic Aromatherapist we’ve ever met. She is currently doing all consultations online (due to lockdown), as well as Zoom self massage workshops.
We’ve dutifully been applying the rollerball for two weeks now, on our pulse points daily; it has helped us to feel more positive and relaxed. It surely works. Vanessa, we shall return!
