As we continue on our journey of healing and discovery, let us meditate on the restorative qualities of bathing; the rush of warm water filling the tub, steam rising to greet you, a bath bomb bubbling, moody candle light, warm water enveloping you with comfort and ease—this is what life is all about, savoring the small moments.
“And the forest perfume—trees and earth—it’s like incense in a shrine.
You fall into a state of… prayer.” – Keiichi Sigsawa
When was the last time you ventured into a forest? The birds chirping, leaves bobbing, shadows dancing—not one other human in sight, just tree after tree guiding you deeper into their home, into our home. With our lives becoming ever more urban-centered, many people have lost their connection to the natural world and its inherent healing qualities. Lucky for us, Shinrin Yoku, the Japanese art of forest bathing, provides many options and opportunities to welcome and embrace nature’s therapeutic modalities in our daily lives.
Every essential oil brings something special to the table, but some are known for their helping hand. Kuromoji oil is a traditional Japanese oil that has been used throughout history and is known for its place in the world of medicine. With this oil, you can benefit from its remarkable soothing and healing properties to help you recover faster and come back stronger. In this post, we are going to explain the history of this powerful oil and all that it has to offer.
What Is Kuromoji Oil?
Kuromoji oil is a traditional oil that has been favored in the world of Japanese medicine for quite some time. It is commonly used for skincare as well as muscular medicine because of its unique soothing effects. Throughout history, it has been used to treat everything from cuts and scrapes to a stiff neck. With its potent and refreshing smell and all-natural benefits, it is a staple in many households around the world.
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Yuzu oil has played a valued and prominent role in Japan for some time, but most people only know about the fruit. With Yuzu Oil, you can gain all of the benefits of Yuzu fruit with even more perks. This distilled oil will win you over with all of its incredible benefits and its amazing smell too. Whether you wear it or diffuse it, you will find that it is the perfect addition to just about any essential oil lineup. In this post, we will explain this oil and what it has to offer.
What Is Yuzu Oil?
Yuzu Oil that has been derived from the Yuzu fruit. These fruits are known to grow in Japan and look like a small hybrid between an orange and a lemon. The oil is taken directly from the fruit itself and is believed to play a large role in health and well-being in a variety of different ways. This oil can be used topically, as a cleanser when properly diluted with an oil like our AISU ESSENCE Rice Bran Beauty Oil, as well as aromatically too. It is a fun and fresh oil you will always want to keep on hand!
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Hinoki Oil is a wonderful oil that is growing in popularity for its many health benefits, but it is still considered an up-and-comer. If you have been looking for a new oil to add to your collection, you might just find that Hinoki Oil offers the exact benefits that you are looking for whether you use it aromatically or topically. With its incredible smell and wonderful calming benefits, this is one oil that everyone who uses it seems to love. In this post, we are going to teach you what you need to know about Hinoki Oil and how to use it.
What Is Hinoki Oil?
Hinoki Oil is a wonderful oil that makes it easy for you to find your happy place. It is currently used for skincare, as an antiseptic, and for massages and pain management. This multi-use oil is known to offer users a variety of healing benefits, but it has a few perks that make it stand out among other oils as well. This oil and its source have played a large role throughout Japanese history and it is only getting more popular with time.
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Kitayama Sugi Oil might not be a name that you are used to seeing, but it absolutely should be. This is one Japanese oil that is almost too easy to love. With a wide range of cosmetic uses and more, it is a must-have on any essential oil shelf, but we also know it’s not one of the more popular ones around just yet. This is why we wanted to tell you everything that there is to know about Kitayama Sugi Oil!
What Is Kitayama Sugi Oil?
Kitayama Sugi Oil is a special Japanese oil that is derived from petals and roots of the cedar trees that are found in the Kitayama mountains located in Kyoto. These popular cedars are known to play a huge role in Japan and have been popularized for many reasons. One of the more prominent reasons is their oil, which is derived by steam distillation to bring out the true essence of these plants. It is used primarily for health and beauty purposes and is a great natural product for use on the skin.
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If you have never heard of Yakusugi Oil, you are not alone. This is one hidden gem of the natural oil world that is known for its unique ability to offer a wide range of benefits, but it isn’t one you will see on every shelf. We personally love the smell of this oil almost as much as we love the benefits, which is why we wanted to share everything that we know about Yakusugi Oil to teach you how this particular oil can help you.
What Is Yakusugi Oil?
Yakusugi oil is a wonderful natural oil that can provide comfort and offers a wide range of topical effects. This oil is derived from the Japanese cedar trees that grow along the southern coast of Kyushu in Japan. These gorgeous trees do not just look great. The oil taken from them is able to offer users a collection of benefits, just like the oils benefit the trees themselves.
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Essential oils come in many different forms and each is known for their own unique benefits. Despite the fact that essential oil use is becoming more popular in beauty and wellness circles, they still seem to be shrouded in mystery a lot of the time. In this post, we will discuss why essential oils are so popular and what makes the AISU ESSENCE collection such a great addition to any beauty routine.
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