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About Essence of Vali:
“I am Valerie Bennis, founder and president of Essence of Vali. The name of the company is very fitting as my nickname is Vali. Creating blends that smell beautiful and are used in a sensual and healing way are a creative expression of who I am. From an early age, I have loved self care and taking care of others.
In my thirties, I became interested in holistic healing and studied therapeutic touch, Reiki, nutrition, herbs, detox programs, homeopathy, Bach flower remedies, juicing, fasting, and aromatherapy. I loved tinkering at home, making therapeutic formulas as well as creating recipes for my beauty regime. It was always a source of pleasure and fascination for me.
I continued my career in the corporate world and evenings and weekends, continued my other life as an alchemist of sorts. Then I went through some soul searching about my life and my future and decided to follow my heart and focus on an area of holistic healing. That was when I decided to focus on “essential oils” also known as “aromatherapy”. I loved all the ways the essences could be used – therapeutic, medicinal, beauty, and addressing all levels of mind, body, spirit.
Once I made my decision, I found the perfect teacher and studied as an apprentice for an intense six month period. This was followed by a certification program and a diploma program. I became a certified aromatherapist four years after I started my studies. All this time, I was still at my day job, happily making customized blends for individual clients, evenings and weekends. I lived a bit of a double life and people at work used to sneak into my office for advice and for their customized blends.
My recipe book was quickly being filled up with healing formulas. To this day, I still have my original book with the person’s name for whom the formula was created. In the year 2000 I left my corporate life and launched the Essence of Vali line of products. It has been an exciting journey that I am still on as I continue to focus on getting our products out there in the world.
Beyond the products, we love inspiring people to love themselves, age gracefully and experience a whole new way of life. We believe in challenging your mind, honoring your body and celebrating your spirit.
May you always take impeccable care of your self,
Vali.”
Vali has been a joy to coordinate with and she was extremely generous and allowing me access to a wide selection of samples to try. Thank you, Vali!
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Relief Analgesic Balm is used to ease the discomfort of aches and pains, due to chronic conditions, arthritis, sports injuries, headaches and overall discomfort. It is suitable for smaller areas. Massage the areas where you experience pain. It is safe to use several times a day and absorbs easily into the skin. I love to massage my feet with Relief balm!
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, peppermint& birch blended into a base of almond oil, jojoba, beeswax, coconut oil, soybean oil, aloe vera and tocopherol (Vitamin E).”
My Description & Thoughts:
I love to apply this to my “achy” parts like my knees and feet after a long run or workout. It soothes and alleviates slight discomforts I’m having. Love the smell of the peppermint and birch!
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Uplift is our “cheer up” blend and my personal favorite! It is wonderful when you are feeling down in the dumps with bergamot and litsea cubeba both providing fantastic “anti blues” properties. Gently shake bottle. Mist around room to freshen air or use as a body spray, avoiding contact with face and eyes. You can also mist sheets and corners of pillowcase.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, spruce, bergamot & litsea cubeba in a base of distilled water.”
My Description & Thoughts:
I spray this mist onto the front of my shirt as I’m drinking coffee in the morning. There is a coffee blend that I love and it is called “Uplifting,” so I found this mist to compliment the coffee drinking well. 🙂
It smells like fresh plants and flowers and is, indeed, uplifting!
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Enhancing romantic moments, you and your partner can use this aphrodisiac and sensual blend for misting sheets, pillowcases and body. Gently shake bottle. Spray on sheets and corners of pillowcase. You can also mist the room to create a romantic mood or freshen the air. It can also be used as a body mist.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of orange, ylang/ylang, patchouli & ginger in a base of distilled water.”
My Description & Thoughts:
This is a great mist to have in your bedroom, as the ylang ylang is relaxing and soothing. The patchouli & ginger add a nice earthy zest, too! Very unique and lovely scent.
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Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Sleep is our most popular blend as it eases people into a peaceful sleep and comforts them during times of stress. The concentrate is the most potent of the sleep collection. A drop is all it takes. Tip bottle to release a drop onto the corner of the pillowcase. You can also put a drop on a tissue or cotton ball and tuck into the corner of the pillowcase.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, marjoram, cedarwood & ylang/ylang.”
My Description & Thoughts:
The two main scents I smell from this are the lavender and ylang yang. I find both of those scents to be relaxing–making them perfect for a sleep blend.
I love Essence of Vali’s line of “sleep” products, as I have trouble waking up feeling rested and refreshed on most mornings. These I see why they are some of the best sellers.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“I consider EOV my masterpiece blend! It was created over 10 years ago for a private client and I have always loved the aroma of this complex and enticing formula. It is personally my favorite perfume and I wear it year round. Where ever I go, people ask –“what is that perfume you are wearing?” If you would like to try a sample, please call or e-mail and we will send one to you free of charge.
Men and women can both enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy and the pleasure of wearing a beautiful fragrance. Use as you would perfume, misting on pulse points. Some people also like to use it as a room spray.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, rosewood, cedarwood, patchouli, palmarosa, geranium, litsea cubeba and clove in a base of corn alcohol and water.”
My Description & Thoughts:
All of these essential oils together make such a unique, interesting, and even unisex fragrance. It is very wearable for during the day but can be worn heavier for a “night time” scent.
Love the convenience of carrying this little bottle in my purse for quick and easy application.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“My customers inspired me to create a bath & body oil version of EOV Eau de Parfum. This new product launched in February 2012 and it’s quickly becoming a best seller. When our clients inhale the aroma, they swoon. With a rich and sensual burst of citrus, due to the uplifting essential oil, litsea cubeba, EOV Bath & Body Oil is a personal luxury. Treat your senses to the pleasure of a beautiful fragrance and the benefits of aromatherapy.
Ingredients:
100% pesticide free golden jojoba, essential oils of lavender, cedarwood, rosewood, patchouli, palmarosa, gerainium, clove & litsea cubeba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
I apply this to damp skin after showering, as the beads of water on my skin help the oil go on easier. This body oil leaves my skin so fragrant and fresh. No additional fragrance is needed when this is applied all over.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Spring cleaning with Detox massage & bath oil in preparation for revealing the beauty of your skin in the warm weather months a head. We recommend dry skin brushing followed by a bath or massage with Detox. Your skin will glow and will emit the fresh natural fragrance of Grapefruit, Lemon, Cypress and Juniper.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of grapefruit, lemon, cypress & juniper in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
I have been applying this oil sort of “randomly” on my body before runs, just to give me a little detoxifying, citrusy boost. It also leaves a nice, fresh scent on my skin. Love the zesty, freshness that the grapefruit and lemon provide.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Experience relief from hormonal fluctuations due to PMS, Peri Menopause, Menopause or Post Menopause. For relief of pain, massage areas such as lower back, stomach, temples and back of neck with the massage oil. Use after bath or shower while skin is still moist to moisturize and scent the skin. Bath Oil – Fill tub and pour in 1-2 capfuls. Swirl water with hands to distribute oil evenly.
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, grapefruit, clary sage & geranium in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
I apply this to my temples, neck, and shoulders when stressed. I find my focus shifts to my rich scent, rather than the stressor, making it very effective. 🙂
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Rejuvenating, energizing and uplifting. Massage well into the skin all over your body, or apply to specific areas. Use after bath or shower while skin is still moist to moisturize and scent the skin.Bath Oil – Fill tub and pour in 1-2 capfuls. Swirl water with hands to distribute oil evenly.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of orange, lemon & grapefruit in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
I use this similarly to how I use the detox oil, before runs for a little added boost. The citrus is such an intoxicating, refreshing scent that I love.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Relief is our second most popular blend as it helps relieve aches and pains due to arthritis, sports injuries, headaches and chronic conditions. For headaches, massage along hairline, temples and back of neck at first sign of pain. For sports injuries, arthritis, foot pain, muscular aches and pains, use on specific areas as needed. Bath Oil – Fill tub and pour in 1-2 capfuls. Swirl water with hands to distribute oil evenly.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, peppermint & birch in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
This oil mixture is very similar to the homemade “Icy Hot” that I make. Peppermint and birch are so soothing to me, especially when applied right before and right after workouts–and lavender is relaxing and pleasant. This is a great blend for “relief”. 🙂
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Sleep is our most popular blend as it eases people into a peaceful sleep and comforts them during times of stress. Before bedtime, massage well into the skin all over your body. You can also massage a small amount above upper lip and inhale the relaxing aroma. Use after bath or shower while skin is still moist to moisturize and scent the skin.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of lavender, marjoram, cedarwood & ylang/ylang in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
Like the vial I shared about earlier, I love these sleep blends. The essential oils used are perfect for getting into a relaxed, sleepy mood. I use it post-shower all over my body. Since I shower in the evenings, it is a perfect oil blend for me.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“Indulge in the sensuality of natural essences of orange zest, ylang/ylang petals, ginger root & patchouli leaves. Experience the caress of golden jojoba as you soak in a luxurious bath. Savor the touch of your lover as you share a pampering massage. Scent your bedroom with love mist as you delight in one another’s presence. Treat your loved one or your self this Valentine’s day to Essence of Vali, Passion.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of orange, ylang/ylang, patchouli & ginger in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Description & Thoughts:
Like the mist, this oil is perfect to have in your bedroom. The essential oils are conducive to a relaxed and loving mood.
Essence of Vali’s Description:
“A grounding, comforting and restorative blend, it is very helpful when you are feeling emotionally fragile. Massage well into the skin all over your body, or apply to specific areas. Use after bath or shower while skin is still moist to moisturize and scent the skin.
Ingredients:
Essential oils (from plants) of cedarwood, rosewood & spruce in a base of 100% pesticide free golden jojoba.”
My Thoughts & Suggestions for Improvement:
This blend smells like walking through a thickly wooden forest. I gets me in the mood to be outdoors!
I’d say this blend can be used to inspire yourself to get outdoors and get connected to nature, thus destressing yourself. I look forward to sharing some with my fiancee, as he loves the outdoors like I do and I’m sure would appreciate the scent.
All in all, Essence of Vali has a wide ranging, impressive line of essential oil blends that I have thoroughly enjoyed using. It is such an experience to use and smell these scents. I trust that Vali makes her blends from high quality oils. It would give me an added boost of confidence in the product ingredients, though, knowing that the plants were grown organically.
I would recommend these products to someone looking for good quality essential oils to “tackle” their daily health issues. These are not the best quality I’ve come across, though they are above average.
After all, that’s what the writer of Run On Organic strives for! 😉
*These complimentary products have been generously provided to me for the purpose of trying them in order to write a review on my experience.
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