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SUMMARY:Understanding Hydrosols Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hydrosols are a delightful part of the world of aromatherapy! In this webinar we’ll explore some of the challenges to understanding hydrosols and their uses\, including: \n\nUsing hydrosols for therapeutic wellness goals\nIdentifying and sourcing quality hydrosols\nand Exploring acute versus chronic dosing parameters\n\nFrequently asked questions relating to oral dosing\, use with pediatrics\, and safety concerns will be addressed and a special Q&A session will be available. \nRegistrants will be sent a link to join the event through Zoom online or call-in instructions to join us by phone. \nIf you cannot make the live event\, register to receive a link to view the recording after the webinar takes place. \nAmy Kreydin is a clinically trained aromatherapist through R.J. Buckle Associates and an aromatic medicine practitioner. She distills hydrosols from her apothecary garden and teaches a course on hydrosols as part of her Professional Aromatherapy Certification program. Amy is the author of Aromatic Waters: Therapeutic\, Cosmetic\, and Culinary Hydrosol Applications.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/understanding-hydrosols-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Supporting the Immune System - Apothecary Session
DESCRIPTION:In this Apothecary Session we will explore botanicals and aromatics that support the immune system during cold and flu season. Participants will get hands-on experience preparing remedies that will become key players in their wellness protocols for prevention\, at the onset of infection\, during peak cold/flu\, and in recovery. Learn about what makes key ingredients helpful in specific areas of use and why the same remedy may not work for everyone in the household! \nRemedies we will explore together\, include: \n\nAromatic Elderberry Cordial\nImmune Support Hot Toddies\nAromatic Throat Soother Syrup\nAromatic Chest Balm\nAromatic Nebulizer Solution\nAching Body Bath Blend\n\nClass fee is $65 and inclues all aromatics\, botanicals\, and raw ingredients used in the classroom. Participants will take home formulas crafted to their individual needs. No prior experience is necessary to attend. Space is limited to eight participants to ensure a quality educational experience for all. Please note: due to small class size individual refunds will not be available. In the event of class cancellation all participants will receive a full refund within fourteen (14) days of cancellation.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/supporting-the-immune-system-apothecary-session/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy,Wellness
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SUMMARY:How to Choose a Diffuser eClass
DESCRIPTION:One of the most frequently asked questions I receive as an aromatherapist is: what kind of essential oil diffuser is best? In this class I’ll address some of the more popular diffusers on the market and go over the pros and cons for each style. I’ll also talk about dosing\, olfaction\, and give you some MacGyver style hacks for when you don’t have a diffuser at hand or haven’t decided which type meets your needs.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/how-to-choose-a-diffuser-eclass/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy,Wellness
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SUMMARY:How to Choose a Diffuser - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:One of the most frequently asked questions I receive as an aromatherapist is: what kind of essential oil diffuser is best? \nIn this webinar I’ll address some of the more popular diffusers on the market and go over the pros and cons for each style. I’ll also talk about dosing\, olfaction\, and give you some MacGyver style hacks for when you don’t have a diffuser at hand or haven’t decided which type meets your needs. \nThis is a lunch-and-learn webinar and I do not provide individual consultations\, retail sales\, or medical advice. The webinar is 30 minutes in length. Participants will be emailed instructions on how to join webinar upon registration.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/how-to-choose-a-diffuser-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy
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SUMMARY:Green Cleaning with Aromatherapy
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of aromatherapy while cleaning your home with essential oils\, hydrosols\, and other aromatic botanicals! \nSwitching to green cleaning products not only benefits the environment but also reduces your indoor air pollution and the harmful effects of ingredients found in conventional household cleaning products\, like: \n\nChlorine bleach (sodium hypochlorite): can cause headaches\, mild asthmatic symptoms\, nausea\, vomiting\, and dizziness after inhalation exposure.\nAmmonia: can irritate the eyes\, lungs\, and cause headaches.\nParadichlorbenzene: used in moth balls and toilet deodorizer tablets is harmful to the central nervous system\, liver\, and kidneys.\nFormaldehyde: a suspected human carcinogen\, is an irritant to the eyes\, throat\, skin\, and lungs.\nHydrochloric acid: can cause chemical burns when they come into contact with the skin.\n\nSynthetic fragrances found in laundry products\, room fragrances\, and cleaners have been linked to asthma and bronchitis (Medina-Ramon et al.\, 2005). \nIn this class we’ll discuss formulation techniques that give us effective cleaning tools for the home or office while enhancing your overall wellness through inhalation of aromatic botanicals. Through step-by-step instructions we’ll explore: \n\nGermicidal plant ingredients\nNatural degreasers\nEffective ways of formulating\nWhy many DIY cleaners fail at actually cleaning\nMood enhancing properties of aromatics\nFormulating with a diagnosis of multiple chemical sensitivites (MCS)\nFormulating with pregnancy\, infants\, toddlers\, and pets in mind\n\nClass fee is $65 and inclues all aromatics\, botanicals\, and raw ingredients used in the classroom. Participants will take home formulas crafted to their individual needs. No prior experience is necessary to attend. Space is limited to eight participants to ensure a quality educational experience for all. Please note: due to small class size individual refunds will not be available. In the event of class cancellation all participants will receive a full refund within fourteen (14) days of cancellation. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nAfter experiencing multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS)\, also known as idiopathic environmental intolerances\, firsthand she grew passionate about green cleaning in 1997. Amy Kreydin is a Certified Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner (CCAP)\, and has been making her own eco-friendly\, non-toxic household cleaners ever since.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/green-cleaning-with-aromatherapy/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Aromatic Therapies & the Dysregulated Stress System
DESCRIPTION:Four Week Course: Aromatic Therapies & the Dysregulated Stress System\n \nRunning Tuesdays\, 10am-2pm July 11th\, July 18th\, August 1st\, August 8th \nStress accounts for 75% of doctor’s office visits and is linked to the six leading causes of death: cancer\, heart disease\, accidents\, cirrhosis of the liver\, lung ailments\, and suicide. This course seeks to assist students in understanding the dysregulated stress system and how to approach a holistic treatment plan using aromatic therapies. \nRegistration available via Credit Card/PayPal at Eventbrite\, check and cash payments available by appointment (select Product Pick-Up to reserve time) at the office. Space is limited to 8 students. \nCourse Goal: Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to: understand the impact of a dysregulated stress system on multiple body systems. Assess dysregulated stress system cases for aromatic therapies including exploring safety\, contraindications\, and cautions. Formulate aromatic treatment plans to address acute and chronic stress patterns. Aromatic Therapies & the Dysregulated Stress System is part of The Barefoot Dragonfly 200-hour practitioner course designed to prepare students for a career path as an aromatic therapies practitioner\, or aromatherapist. An approved Introduction to Aromatherapy module is prerequisite to enrollment in this class. \nClass Location: The Barefoot Dragonfly Classroom located at 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX 78729. \nClass Hours: 16 \nInstructor: Amy Kreydin\, NBCR\, CCAP\, BD \nOffice Hours: Before and after class by appointment \nInstructor Bio: Amy Kreydin\, Board Certified Reflexologist and Clinical Aromatherapist\, has been in private practice since 2004. Kreydin received her certificate as a Certified Reflexologist from the Palmer Institute in Salem\, MA in 2004\, and was awarded her board certificate in Reflexology from the American Reflexology Certification Board in 2006. She trained at a Harvard teaching hospital in Boston\, MA and obtained her Certified Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner (CCAP) in 2011. She has lectured and taught classes in massage and acupuncture schools\, hospitals\, and clinics since 2007. Kreydin is passionate about whole body wellness and loves helping folks reach their health goals to live an abundant\, vibrant\, and balanced life. \nRequired Materials: \n\nMateria Aromatica Student Manual written by Amy Kreydin\nWriting paper and utensils should be brought to each class\n\nGeneral Objectives: \nUpon successful completion of the course\, the student should be able to: \n\nDiscuss internal and external stressors\nDiscuss and demonstrate knowledge of the stress system\nDescribe assessment of acute and chronic stress symptoms\nDemonstrate formulation protocols for addressing the dysregulated stress system\n\nGeneral Class Structure: The class will be conducted once a week unless otherwise noted. During lab sessions\, students will develop their practical skills and discuss any challenges they encounter with respect to new material. \nMethods of Instruction: The class will be taught with a combination of audiovisual presentations using overhead projector\, whiteboard or paper chart\, lecture\, demonstration\, and laboratory. \nAromatic Therapies & the Dysregulated Stress System Syllabus (PDF)
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/aromatic-therapies-the-dysregulated-stress-system/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy
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SUMMARY:Aromatherapy Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Aromatherapy Happy Hour! \nSip on an aromatic cordial or some drinking bitters while you enjoy a live distillation of an aromatic botanical. Select cordials and bitters will be available for purchase to enjoy at home or give as gifts. \nThis event is free but please RSVP so we can make sure we’ve got enough supplies on hand so everyone enjoys a sample of this season’s offerings!
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/aromatherapy-happy-hour/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy
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CREATED:20161201T004540Z
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SUMMARY:Aromatherapy Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our very first Aromatherapy Happy Hour! \nSip on an aromatic cordial or some drinking bitters while you enjoy a live distillation of an aromatic botanical. Select cordials and bitters will be available for purchase to enjoy at home or give as gifts. \nThis event is free but please RSVP so we can make sure we’ve got enough supplies on hand so everyone enjoys a sample of this season’s offerings!
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/aromatherapy-open-house/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy
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SUMMARY:September 20th: Intro to Aromatherapy
DESCRIPTION:Four Week Course: Introduction to Aromatherapy \nRunning Tuesdays\, 10am-2pm\, September 20th through October 11th. \nRegistration is now open. \nAromatherapy is the art and science of using essential oils\, hydrosols\, and aromatic extracts to restore or maintain wellness of mind\, body\, and spirit. This course is designed to give students a foundation in the holistic and therapeutic modality of aromatherapy. \nIntroduction to Aromatherapy Syllabus (PDF) \nCourse Goal: Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to: understand and apply basic skills of aromatherapy. Understand and explain safety\, contraindications\, and cautions of aromatherapy to the community. Introduction to Aromatherapy is part of The Barefoot Dragonfly 200-hour practitioner course designed to prepare students for a career path as an aromatic therapies practitioner\, or aromatherapist. No prerequisite is required for students to attend this course. \nClass Location: The Barefoot Dragonfly Classroom located at 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX 78729. \nClass Hours: 16 \nInstructor: Amy Kreydin\, NBCR\, CCAP\, BD \nOffice Hours: Before and after class by appointment \nInstructor Bio: Amy Kreydin\, Board Certified Reflexologist and Clinical Aromatherapist\, has been in private practice since 2004. Kreydin received her certificate as a Certified Reflexologist from the Palmer Institute in Salem\, MA in 2004\, and was awarded her board certificate in Reflexology from the American Reflexology Certification Board in 2006. She trained at a Harvard teaching hospital in Boston\, MA and obtained her Certified Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner (CCAP) in 2011. She has lectured and taught classes in massage and acupuncture schools\, hospitals\, and clinics since 2007. Kreydin is passionate about whole body wellness and loves helping folks reach their health goals to live an abundant\, vibrant\, and balanced life. \nRequired Materials: \n\nMateria Aromatica Student Manual written by Amy Kreydin\nWriting paper and utensils should be brought to each class\n\nGeneral Objectives: \nUpon successful completion of the course\, the student should be able to: \n\nList milestones in the history of aromatherapy.\nIdentify the extraction and production methods and quality control for essential oils\, CO2 extracts\, absolutes\, and the differences between these and fragrance oils.\nDemonstrate organoleptic testing process for each aromatic.\nDiscuss and demonstrate knowledge of each aromatic and its materia aromatic\, including biophysical actions\, safety guidelines\, methods of extraction\, Latin binomial\, and countries of origin.\nDescribe routes of absorption\, including olfactory\, dermal\, respiratory\, vaginal\, rectal\, and oral.\nDiscuss and demonstrate knowledge of functional group chemistry.\nDemonstrate knowledge of current information on safety guidelines\, including special guidelines for pediatrics\, pregnancy\, and the ill.\nDiscuss and demonstrate knowledge of the olfactory system and ways aromatic therapies can support disorders associated with this body system.\nList pathways to becoming an aromatherapist.\n\nGeneral Class Structure: The class will be conducted once a week unless otherwise noted. During lab sessions\, students will develop their practical skills and discuss any challenges they encounter with respect to new material. \nMethods of Instruction: The class will be taught with a combination of audiovisual presentations using overhead projector\, whiteboard or paper chart\, lecture\, demonstration\, and laboratory.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/september-20th-intro-to-aromatherapy/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aromatherapy
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