From Flower Essence Services, a synergistic blending of Essential Oils and Flower Essences:

As described by FES - "Seasons of the Soul Herbal Flower Oils are a bouquet of flower essences, pure botanical essential oils, and herbal flower infusions from six outstanding healing plants, in a base of organic olive oil. The flowers are hand-gathered from our own Demeter-certified Biodynamic organic gardens, or from pristine wild areas, and then sun-potentized in small batches with love and careful attention. These herbal oils form a unique mandala of healing for body and soul."

Available individually or in a boxed set of six, these all-organic blends are created with pure healing intention, from planting to harvesting, infusing and blending. A definite favorite here at Ananda, we're sure you'll enjoy these magnificent combinations of natural healing essences and oils.

On this page are Dandelion Dynamo, Mugwort Moon Magic and Arnica Aleve - Go to Page 2 for Saint John's Shield, Calendula Caress and Benediction.

Dandelion Dynamo can also benefit those individuals with too much intensity and activity, tending to over-schedule and over-plan their lives. Because these mental, “air” forces are out of touch with the metabolism, the head, neck and shoulders are particularly subject to stress and chronic patterns of tension. Dandelion Dynamo is also very helpful for many forms of premenstrual or menopausal tension, especially where symptoms of fluid retention predominate.

The organic Dandelion Dynamo formula includes: Dandelion flower infused olive oil, safflower and/or sunflower oils and vitamin E. To this is added Palma Christi oil, essential oils of Rosemary and Juniper, and flower essences of Dandelion, Tansy and Zinnia. A completely wonderful Spring combination!

Major Indications:

• As a general spring tonic, to bring lively, active forces to the body, counteracting winter lethargy or “spring fever.”
• For overexertion or excessive physical activity leading to stiffness and tightness in the muscles.
• Helpful for women who experience water retention, especially as a prelude to the menstrual cycle or for general symptoms of premenopause.
• Generally beneficial as a compress in many situations in which the liver meridian needs to be regenerated, such as drug detoxification or menopause.
• Beneficial for those whose lifestyle or temperament tends toward a great deal of mental or physical activity, often short-changing rest and relaxation.
• Especially helpful for chronic tension and stiffness in the neck and shoulders.

• Apply compresses of Mugwort Oil to areas of the body which are blue in color or cold to the touch, such as varicose veins where the flow of blood is restricted or stagnant.
• Extremely beneficial as a general balm for female reproductive health, especially erratic moon cycles longer than 28 days, or premature onset of menopause.
• Recommended by many midwives during labor and delivery, and for facilitating lactation . 
• Helpful for bringing “summer forces” during the winter-time, or for winter-like conditions of the body: cold hands and feet, and hardening or stiffening conditions like rheumatism. 
• Similar to the “moxa” treatments of oriental acupuncture, Mugwort oil increases circulation and energetic flow within the various meridian pathways of the body by pulling constricted forces to the periphery. 
• Helpful for those who need to balance a predominance of “moon” qualities (such as emotional and psychic sensitivity) with solar clarity and embodied physical warmth.

Arnica Alleve can be used preventatively to aid body and soul to maintain equanimity, as well as when there is specific pain and injury.

Arnica is known traditionally for its many anti-inflammatory and analgesic qualities, as well as for promoting tissue regeneration. It is used in herbal and homeopathic practices to provide restoration from many kinds of bodily traumas, such as bruises, sprains, contusions, various forms of myalgia, hyperextensions, sports injury and recovery from surgery. On a more subtle level, Arnica Alleve helps the soul to reestablish its balance and equilibrium from any kind of physical or psychic trauma. 

Please note: Arnica in any form can cause an adverse reaction if applied to open cuts or wounds, or in cases of acute hypersensitivity in the skin (such as dermatitis). However, compresses can be applied over properly bandaged areas when there is need of pain relief and regeneration.

• Rub Arnica Alleve directly into areas which are experiencing trauma or injury — such as bruises or sprains. Do not apply to open wounds or cuts; use in warm compresses over properly bandaged areas.
• Massage Arnica Alleve into potential stress areas of the body before major sports events or other physical challenges. Then use again for post-event massage and/or take a warm bath with Arnica Alleve immediately afterwards.
• Use Arnica Alleve in massages or baths as a preparation for surgery and in compresses over the bandaged areas after surgery.
• Warm compresses of Arnica Alleve can be applied directly to the kidney area or kidney meridian points. These applications can be particularly beneficial for those who experience health challenges in the autumn season.
• Use Arnica Alleve for soul-healing at times of personal adversity or challenge; or at times when one feels melancholic and weighed down by life events.
  
• Include Arnica Alleve as part of your first aid or travel kit, and have it with you during any major wilderness excursion or sporting event. Immediate applications may speed pain relief and prevent more serious complications later.