So, I’m not sure if this is beauty related (kinda sorta not really?), but I think whenever you find anything that prevents you from throwing your computer across the room while you’re doing taxes, it’s worth MAJOR props.
Say hello to H. Gillerman Organic’s Tension Remedy ($48). When you need/want to suppress yo’ crazy, this stuff is the sh*t.
A blend of organic essential oils, including lavender and peppermint, it helps ease neck tension and mental fatigue — two things I’ve had in spades lately, not gonna lie.
The bottle fits nicely in the palm of my hand (ooh, making it convenient for business trips). Just apply a couple drops on the back of your neck, right at the base.
Ah…smells like peppermint. 🙂
As the oil is absorbed into my skin, I start to feel a tingling sensation spread from the base of my neck, down across my shoulders and upper back.
Then I just sort of feel my muscles get all loosey-goosey. Within minutes, the urge to yell at my husband about 1099s subsides, and I no longer want to throw things.
It’s like a massage at a really nice day spa, but without the candles, nudity or whale sounds/Enya.
I’ve been using it a few times a day this month, and combined with deep breathing and frequent short walks, I haven’t felt as on edge. If you’re into hippy-dippy healing things like I am and have been feeling stressed, you might want to give it a go.
Tension Remedy and H. Gillerman Organics’ other essential oil-based brews (they make a bunch of other varieties, too) are based on traditional Chinese medicine. They have potions for sleep, some for relaxation and some to increase your energy.
They’re available now online at hgillermanorganic.com. The bottles are $48 each, which is a lot, but it’s also less than a full day at a spa.
SERENITY NOW!
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
kwmechelle says
March 20th, 2014 at 10:47 pmI swear, a girl could go broke reading about all the goodies you post on your blog. In the name of serenity + serendipity, I WANT this stuff now. *drops mic & walks off stage to go & purchase my sanity in a bottle*
Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:34 amYou make me laugh, kwmechelle. If you lived closer to me I’d call you up and say, “Let’s go for walk!” It’s beautiful outside today and it definitely seems to help reduce my stress levels.
I hope that you’re having a nice Friday so far. What’s the plan for this weekend?
Devi says
March 21st, 2014 at 2:38 am“It’s like a massage at a really nice day spa, but without the candles, nudity or whale sounds/Enya.”
Hahaha.
I’m usually not into the hippy-dippy stuff but this does sound nice.
Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:34 amHi Devi,
It’s pretty cool. I definitely feel more chill when I use it.
Anywho, happy Friday to you!
hanna says
March 21st, 2014 at 4:27 amThis sounds great.
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Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:33 amIt is!
Kiss & Make-up says
March 21st, 2014 at 5:01 amGimme mah serenitieeeeeez!!!!1!!11 I am such a stressed out person, I could use this.
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Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:33 amGirl I feel you. I have my bottle on my desk right now…about to get my serenity on, LOL!
Happy Friday!
Rhea says
March 21st, 2014 at 6:36 amThis sounds interesting. Typically stuff like this always seems like a placebo so I’ll have to see.;)
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Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:32 amHi Rhea,
Hope you give it a try!
thatiane gomes says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:00 amKaren wanted a collection that relaxing product! Lately I’m also needing relieve loved the smell of mint! should be very good
A kiss and wish you friend for improvements
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Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:32 amKisses back, Thatiane! XO Hope you have a lovely weekend. 🙂
Gowthami says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:28 amSounds great!
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Karen says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:32 amHope you try it!
Cindy says
March 21st, 2014 at 9:37 amI need some of that goodness on my shoulders
Iris says
March 21st, 2014 at 12:44 pmAhh… I need this product.
Bianca Gallegly Horkan says
March 21st, 2014 at 12:51 pmWow…where was this product been…since my stepsons hit their teen years (I’m nearing the end on the youngest one now)?!?!!?
All kidding aside…
I’ve been having the worst tension/neck aches the past few weeks and nothing seems to make them go away except liquor and/or lots of ibuprofen. :-/
I’m seriously gonna have to look into this…after I get my hair done next week (buy-bye $120!)…
Arigatou gozaimasu Karen-san!!
Kelly @Simple Life Mom_K says
April 16th, 2014 at 12:52 pmLOVE Essential Oils!!! I use them in all my homemade makeup, etc because i just can’t get enough. They are so good for you, and they really are energizing or relaxing depending on the type.
(P.S. You can get it a lot cheaper by mixing your own) 🙂