I am Amanda Hitchcock, the founder of The Aromatherapy Lab.  I am a qualified Massage Therapist, trained in Sports Level 4, Holistic, Hot Stones & Aromatherapy.  I studied at Brighton Holistics College and am a registered with the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT.org). 

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As a massage therapist, you get to see and touch a lot of skin. When I first started out, I was quite suprised at how many of my clients were suffering with skin conditions and seeing how this was affecting them emotionally was upsetting.  Many would come with a full face of make-up to cover up their Acne or Eczema.  Some would be suffering so bad from Eczema  on certain parts of their bodies, they would have painful and open sores. However, after a few aromatherapy massage treatments, many would say how their skin had improved and ask if I could make them an oil to use as their current products didn't appear to be helping.

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People are becoming more aware of what they put on their skin. The harmful ingredients that continue to be used in the beauty industry is not only shocking but entirely unnecessary when mother nature provides all we need. 

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Essential oils and plants contain the best nutrients for our skin as well having a therapeutic effect on the mind, body and soul.  Their powerful effects have been known for centuries.  Our skin is an excretory organ and works constantly to throw off toxic waste within our bodies, which is why any skin condition should ideally be dealt with holistically to find the route cause.  Looking at other factors such as diet, emotional well being, stress and anxiety is crucial for happy healthy skin.  Skincare does not have to be complicated.