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Create an Aroma Bar Use the Spirit of Plants to Delight the Senses by Linda Bertaut Nature heals in many ways. Most of us have felt the sense of renewal that comes from walking through a garden filled with fragrant flowers, or sitting under a massive tree, shaded from the burning rays of the sun. Indigenous peoples worldwide believe that each plant has a spirit we can communicate with, to ask for their help in healing. Tap into "plant spirit" in your spa with an herbal aroma bar. Spring represents new beginnings, as nature entices us with vibrant colors, new growth, and an urge to go outside. Your clients will be equally enticed when you provide some of nature's simple pleasures to delight the senses. All you need are jars filled with fragrant herbs and dried flowers, along with colorful organza bags. Invite clients to sniff and select their favorites, creating their own aroma sachet. People love this small gift to take home as a reminder of their visit. Invite clients to select their Choose Your Herbs To begin building your aroma bar, find a local store that sells dried herbs. You can use the list of herbs on page 20, or simply experiment until you find the right variety for your aroma bar. Based on scent and your own intuition, choose five to eight aromatic dried herbs and one or two types of aromatic dried flowers. Rose petals and jasmine are good choices for the flowers; roses will also add beauty and color to the finished jars and sachets. The selection process is wonderful in itself. Use your sense of smell to connect with the plant's essence, breathing in the aroma, asking "What do you do for me?" until you get a feeling or insight about the message in each herb. Keep a journal of your results and before long you will have a list of favorites to share. After you get to know your aroma bar, you will understand which scents are the most popular with your clients. When you need to replenish your jars, you can save money by ordering the most popular herbs by the pound directly from a botanical farm or other bulk supplier. favorites. People love this small gift to take home as a reminder of their visit. Get connected to your peers @ www.skincareprofessionals.com 19