Introducing… Bosisto’s Aromatherapy Mists

I use aromatherapy sprays every day! I think I might be a bit addicted.

It’s a great way to get the benefit of essential oils in an easy, convenient way.

The lovely people at Bosisto’s have sent me their new Aromatherapy range of mists to try out. They have recently released three aromatherapy room mists – Sleep, Energy and Breathe.

You might already be familiar with the Bosisto’s brand because their gorgeous eucalyptus oil with the parrot logo has been an Aussie institution since 1852! In fact, they are the oldest heritage brand that is still 100% Aussie owned and they know a thing or two about essential oils after being in the business so long.

♥ Sleep

The Sleep Aroma Mist is a relaxing fusion of lavender and chamomile essential oils. Use it in your bedroom or on your pillow to help you get to unwind and get a better sleep at night.

This one would also be great to calm down the kids if they are getting a little bit feral. Spray some around and change up the mood!

♥ Energy

Energy is a refreshing blend of rosemary, lemon and peppermint oils. Designed to be invigorating and energising, you can use this blend first thing in the morning to get going or if you are having a mid-afternoon slump!

It would also be brilliant to spray around when the kids are doing their homework and need to focus.

♥ Breathe

The Breathe Aroma Mist is great if you are feeling a bit under the weather. It has a zingy blend of eucalyptus, rosemary and wintergreen to clear the head.

This one also works well as a spray for the sick room to freshen things up.

How do you use them?

So simple! Just pump 3-5 sprays into a room and use as often as needed.

As well as using them around your house, try them out in the car, class room, office or hotel rooms when travelling. You can also just use the aroma mists as an air-freshener in the smallest room of the house (aka the loo!)

While essential oils are all natural, they still need to be used with caution.

Spray into the room around you rather than towards you. As some essential oils are not suitable for pets, be mindful when spraying around your furry and feathered family.

As well as the therapeutic benefits of aroma mists and their nice smell, I always find that spraying a room with oils changes the energy too. Without going to woo woo on you, they are a great way to cleanse any negative energy and change up the vibe.

Whats in them?

Bosisto’s only use 100% pure essential oils, water and ethanol in their aroma mists. There are no nasties like parabens, pthalates or synthetic fragrances.

The verdict?

I think they are great! Not only are they very affordable, you can get them at most Woolworths, so they are easy to grab in your weekly shop.

My family are loving them too – I could not find the Sleep mist anywhere when I wanted to take a photo. Turns out my daughter had ‘borrowed’ it to help her sleep and make her room smell nice!

Bosisto’s aromatherapy mists are Aussie owned and made and never tested on animals. The spray bottles are also recyclable (or you could re-use them too).

I am a long time essential oils lover and it’s great to see natural aromatherapy products coming into mainstream usage. You don’t need to spend a fortune to experience the benefits of pure aromatherapy oils.

Bosisito’s have already done the blending for you, so you just need to spray and enjoy!

Where do you get them?

Most Woolworths stores stock the aromatherapy mists but Bosisto’s have their own online store where you can get them directly . If you shop at their online store, you can get 25% off until the end of February too!

Giveaway:

This giveaway has now closed. The lucky winners are: Tish, Lisa, Louise, Deborah and Debbie.

The lovely people at Bosistos are giving away five packs of all three mists to five of you!

How to enter:

Head to the Bosisto’s website and check out the sprays.

Leave a comment here and let me know which one you are going to use first and what for.

Terms and conditions:

This giveaway ends 16th February at midnite (AEST). The winners will be chosen using a random number generator from those meeting the entry requirements and notified by email. Sorry, only those with an Australian address are eligible to enter. Good luck!

(this post is sponsored)

12 Tips for a Stress-Free Back to School

Whether your kids are heading to school for the first time, starting high school or changing schools, it can often be accompanied by a little bit of stress and anxiety.

I am not just talking the kids here either – many of us mums feel very anxious and a bit teary about sending our precious bundles off the school!

I feel like a veteran school mum with one child heading to Year 12 and the other in his third year of uni. Where does the time go?

Here are my top tips to make back to school calm and stress-free!

1. Be positive

Whenever you are talking about school, keep a positive attitude. Kids will quickly pick up any anxiety or negativity you might be feeling about it. Talk about all the fun things you used to do at school and all the friends you made.

2. Pack a yummy lunch

Pack something your child loves to eat for the first day so they are looking forward to it.

3. Do a reccy (reconnaissance mission)

If you are able, get permission to visit the school in the holidays. Hang out on the swings, stroll around the buildings, find the toilets and get familiar with the layout before the big day. Most places will have an orientation day, but visiting when its quiet can make a difference.

4. Aromatherapy oils

Put a drop or two of essential oils on a hanky for your child to sniff if they are feeling a little anxious. Try 123 Nourish Me’s Calm Down and Confidence roll ons specifically designed for kids!

Mums, don’t forget to do the same for yourself!

5. Buddy up

See if you can find someone who will be in your child’s class. Have them over for a play date before-hand to get friendly and chat about school. Encourage them to look out for each other on the day.

6. Keep it simple

Make sure bags, bottles and lunch boxes are easy to access for little fingers. It’s not much fun struggling with layers of clingwrap to get to your lunch! Try these brilliant, reusable sandwich and snack pockets that have velcro closures.

7. After-school fun

Although they will most likely be exhausted, a small treat to look forward to after school can be something to get them through the day. A visit to the park or reading their favourite story perhaps?

8. Love note or magic banana

Write your kids a cute little love note, jokes or pop some stickers in their lunchbox for a nice surprise! For the ultimate in cool and eco-friendly, write a message on a banana with a skewer. By lunch time, it will have magically appeared.

9. Have a morning routine

A set time to get up and a routine to follow will keep that morning chaos to a minimum and keep everyone calm. Use checklists and have a central point for the all school stuff.

10. Play school

Have a fun day at home where you play ‘school’. Get up, get ready, get the uniform on and have brekky in real school time. Go outside for lunch and practice opening the new lunch boxes.

11. Crystals

Let your child choose a few crystals to carry in their pocket. Agate is calming and comforting. Calcite helps alleviate fear and can reduce stress. Aquamarine can calm nerves and help banish fear and phobias. My kids have always loved doing this!

12. Flower Essences

Alisha at Naughty Naturopath Mum has an amazing Back to School pack containing four flower essence blends for kids (and parents) to help with back to school emotions. Find them here.

What tips do you have for a stress free back to school?