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Arnica for Pain Relief and Skin Care

This one starts in the woods. Karen and Jenny show you how to identify arnica (and its lookalike), harvest it kindly, and sun-infuse your own medicinal oil over six weeks. Then that one homemade oil becomes five remedies, with ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, and larch each playing its part.

2credit hrs
1full class
lifetime access

Lifetime access · or 6 monthly payments of $20 · 2 credit hours toward NAHA, AIA & IFPA.

Arnica for Pain Relief and Skin Care, Aromahead Institute aromatherapy training
Approved provider · NAHA · AIA · IFPA2 credit hours toward certificationTaught by Karen and Jenny Williams
About this course

A workshop on the many remarkable uses of Arnica. Learn how to harvest and prepare Arnica, infuse it into carrier oils, and blend it with essential oils to create 5 strategic blends for optimal relief.

Course Highlights:

  •  We'll guide you in unlocking the power of Arnica and essential oils for holistic well-being.
  • Join us on a serene walk through the forest as we delve into the art of wildcrafting.
  • Learn with Karen as she shows us more than just the basic uses of these oils. Discover their deeper qualities and how they can heal us in unique ways.
If you have wondered…

This course answers the questions you keep asking.

How do I identify wild arnica, and avoid its lookalike?
How do I sun-infuse my own oil without it molding?
Ponderosa, Douglas fir, or larch: which conifer for which job?
When is arnica not safe to use?
What you'll gain

By the end, you'll be able to…

01

Empowering Body Wellness with Arnica and Essential Oils

Understand how Arnica and essential oils have traditionally fortified bodily functions. We'll explore their incorporation into daily routines to promote healthier living.

02

Alleviating Discomfort

Learn the art of effectively leveraging Arnica and essential oils' therapeutic properties to mitigate pain and discomfort.

03

Controlling Inflammation

Discover the role of Arnica and these potent essential oils in reducing inflammation, a key response in various health conditions.

04

Fostering Healing

Uncover how Arnica and essential oils aid the body's natural healing process, accelerating recovery from injuries and wounds.

05

Soothing Relief for Skin Conditions

Grasp the potential of Arnica and essential oils in providing a soothing effect for various skin conditions, enhancing overall skin health and appearance.

Inside the course

The curriculum, lesson by lesson.

One full class, downloadable recipes and datasheets, and remedies you can make the same day. Here is exactly what you'll work through.

Lesson 1Introduction
  • Introduction to Arnica and its benefits
Lesson 2Harvesting and Preparing
  • Short video tutorial with a walk through the forest, harvesting and preparing Arnica.
Lesson 3Introducing three powerful oils
  • Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)
  • Larch (Larix laricina)
  • Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
Lesson 4Create Strategic Blends
  • Using arnica and essential oils for pain relief, wound healing, anti- inflammatory properties, arthritis and joint stiffness, and skin conditions
Lesson 5Bonus information
  • Find out substitutions and energetic qualities
What you'll make

Real remedies you'll blend, the same day.

You leave with real recipes you can mix the same afternoon, each one named so you always know exactly what it is for.

Infused oil
Arnica-Infused Olive Oil
Topical blend
Arnica and Ponderosa Pain Blend
Topical blend
Arnica and Douglas Fir Anti-Inflammatory
Salve
Arnica and Douglas Fir Sore Joint Salve
Spray
Arnica and Larch Skin Healing Spray
In their words

What students say about the course.

I enjoyed the informative, no pressure learning approach.
Betty S.
Verified graduate
Loved it all! Especially the close ups and explanations of the needles to the specific trees. I loved the emotional and feeling viewpoints for each, too. I appreciated all of this class.
Cynthia
Course review
These observations and meditations help us connect with the plant and the oil in such a deep personal way. I love these observations Karen is showing!
Mina
Course review
I loved combining the arnica with the trees that grow in the same area.
Wendolyn
Course review
Where this fits in your journey

Every hour counts toward Clinical Aromatherapist.

Take this workshop on its own, or fold it into the guided path. Either way, its 2 credit hours count toward your NAHA, AIA, and IFPA totals as you climb the four Pathways.

Pathway 1
Natural Living
Pathway 2
Aromatherapy Specialist
Pathway 3
Aromatherapy Certification
Pathway 4
Clinical Aromatherapist
See the full path
Your instructor

Taught by Karen and Jenny Williams.

Karen and Jenny Williams, instructor at Aromahead Institute

Karen and Jenny Williams

Lead instructors · Aromahead Institute

Karen and Jenny Williams teach this course together: Karen brings the plant chemistry and decades of classroom warmth, Jenny the student experience that keeps every lesson practical. Between them, they have guided tens of thousands of students into confident, everyday aromatherapy.

We let the flowers sit like this intentionally so all the bugs could crawl out, so we're not going to be putting any bugs into our oil. We want the bugs to have a good life out there in the woods.Karen and Jenny Williams, in this class
Questions, answered

Arnica for Pain Relief and Skin Care FAQ

What kind of learning environment does the aromatherapy course offer?

The course offers a user-friendly online classroom that you can access anytime, providing flexibility and convenience for learners of all schedules.

What types of interactive learning materials are included in the course?

The course consists of a single, live-recorded workshop video, which is complemented by PDFs containing detailed recipes and applicable exercises. This format provides an engaging, practical learning experience, allowing you to develop hands-on skills and in-depth understanding.

Is there a certification process upon completing the aromatherapy course?

Yes, after completing the course, including a final quiz students will receive a certificate of course completion, recognizing their achievement and knowledge in aromatherapy.

How long can I access the course materials?

You will have ongoing access to your version of the course for as long as our school operates. While we can't use the term 'lifetime' due to its legal ambiguity, we assure you of continued access to the course materials as long as Aromahead Institute is active.

Does the course provide practical aromatherapy applications?

Absolutely, the course offers effective, well-researched aromatherapy recipes and blends, catering to both beginners and those with more experience in the field.

What is the refund policy?

We are confident that you will find valuable information and insights in this course. However, please note that once enrolled, the course is non-refundable. All payments made for this course are considered final and are not eligible for refunds.

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This one starts in the woods. Karen and Jenny show you how to identify arnica (and its lookalike), harvest it kindly, and sun-infuse your own…

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