Scentuals values and celebrates the lives of all people within the LGBTQ2SAI+ community. We are committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces for everyone.
QMUNITY is a non-profit organization that is committed to providing inclusive, safe spaces for LGBTQ2SAI+ people and their allies to fully self-express while feeling welcomed and included. Their mission is to improve queer, trans, and Two-Spirit lives through services, connection, and leadership.
QMUNITY has three pillars: support, connection, and leadership. These pillars are the cornerstones of their incredible work.
Support:
QMUNITY empowers queer, trans, and Two-Spirit individuals by offering services such as free counselling, information and referrals, access to gender-affirming chestwear, and youth one-on-on peer support.
Connection:
QMUNITY strengthens LGBTQ2SAI+ communities to be inclusive, connected, and resilient. They organize peer-facilitated support and social groups, special events, and volunteer and practicum opportunities.
Leadership:
QMUNITY leads the way towards both legal and lived equality in our society. They offer services that help allies and organizations develop understanding, language, skills, and inclusive spaces that better support LGBTQ2SAI+ folk. These services include Queer Competency workshops, educational resources, and advisory and consulting services.
Here are ways to be an ally to LGBTQ2SAI+ individuals:
Be supportive of anyone who decides to come out
Use people’s preferred names and pronouns (she/her, he/him, they/them)
Don’t make assumptions about people’s sexual orientation or gender identity
Speak out against homophobia, transphobia, and anti-LGBTQ2SAI+ harassment and discrimination
Read and learn about LGBTQ2SAI+ issues and history
Actively listen to the voices of LGBTQ2SAI+ individuals
Check-in and give space to talk openly and comfortably
It’s summer and the temperatures are getting real hot.
You’re probably wondering…will my skincare products go bad in this heat?
Well, first things first: read what the packaging says.
If the skincare product needs to be placed in the fridge, the label will identify clear storage instructions, which you should follow. Although some skincare products require refrigeration, most skincare products aren’t perishable like food, and don’t need to be placed in the fridge.
If the product doesn’t require refrigeration, then placing it in the fridge is unnecessary and does not make the product more effective. We carefully formulated and performed stability testing on all of our products to ensure that they can be kept at room temperature.
However, some skincare products might feel nicer to apply on your face when they’re cold (especially in the summer). Placing some skincare items like serums, beauty oils, lotions, moisturizers/eye creams, reusable face masks, eye masks, or facial rollers in the fridge can also help with some swelling ー and simply feel super refreshing on the skin.
So, if you’re debating whether or not you should place your skincare products in the fridge, it really depends on the product itself and your personal preferences!
Thank you to the Burnaby Board of Trade for recognizing our contributions to our community. We are honoured to be nominated alongside the many amazing Burnaby businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs.
While this past year has been another challenging year due to the ongoing pandemic, we are so grateful to have been nominated for having demonstrated a highly entrepreneurial approach.
Thank you for all your support throughout these unprecedented times.
We are so proud to share that we have been selected as a finalist in the Entrepreneurial Spirit Category for the 22nd annual Burnaby Business Excellence Awards!
Thank you to the Burnaby Board of Trade for recognizing our contributions to our community. We are honoured to be nominated alongside the many amazing Burnaby businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs.
While this past year has been another challenging year due to the ongoing pandemic, we are so grateful to have been nominated for having demonstrated a highly entrepreneurial approach.
Thank you for all your support throughout these unprecedented times.
Thank you to Vancouver Magazine for selecting us as one of this year’s finalists. We are so honoured to be recognized as one of the top beauty products in Vancouver!
This past year has been incredibly difficult for us all. We have been continuing to work hard to craft the highest quality products while ensuring our entire team is safe.
One of the top lessons this past year has taught us is to be extra stringent with our hygiene practices. We are so happy that our Hand Sanitizer Spray has been able to help so many people stay healthy during this time.
Join the movement to raise awareness on men’s health issues.
Men’s mental health, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer are rarely talked about. We need to challenge the status quo and destigmatize men’s health issues. How? One way we can start is by starting a conversation to raise awareness and support men’s health initiatives.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, you might be relieved to learn that there are essential oils that have been shown to significantly reduce stress, help relaxation, and uplift your mood.
How Do Essentials Oils Work?
Essential oils are plant extracts. The act of steaming or pressing parts of a plant (such as fruit, flowers, leaves, or bark) captures the compounds that create fragrance. Essential oils have been used for centuries for their therapeutic benefits through the practice of aromatherapy.
How Can You Use Essential Oils?
It is recommended to always choose high quality, therapeutic-grade oils. It should also be noted that essential oils should never be ingested.
Here are some safe and effective ways of incorporating aromatherapy into your daily self care routine:
Aromatherapy Diffusers
These are electronic devices that diffuse essential oils into a fine mist that fills your space. Simply add water and a few drops of essential oils (according to your own preferences, but generally around 5 to 20 drops). Then, press the power button and enjoy the healing benefits (and lovely smells).
Massage Oils
Essential oils are often too strong to apply to the skin alone. We always suggest mixing our essential oils with a carrier oil or lotion if you intend to use it on your body. Our new Calming Lavender Massage Oil is blended with pure lavender essential oil for relaxation and jojoba, avocado, and sweet almond oils to deeply nourish and restore moisture.
Roll Ons
These are convenient and portable aromatherapy solutions! A blend of essential oils and a carrier oil are packed into a glass bottle with a roller ball so you can get your aromatherapy fix on the go! Apply to specific areas such as the inside of your wrists, temples, jawline for targeted results.
10 Essential Oils That Help With Anxiety
1. Lavender
Lavender is one of the most commonly used essential oils in aromatherapy because of its distinctive herbaceous and floral aroma. Lavender oil has been shown in clinical studies to help manage anxiety and depression. It can also be used to help combat insomnia and to calm a nervous stomach.
2. Jasmine
Jasmine has a sweet, romantic fragrance. This essential oil is known for its mood-boosting and uplifting effects.
3. Bergamot
This essential oil comes from bergamot oranges, so it has a refreshing citrus scent. Bergamot is known for inspiring positive emotions and for easing symptoms of stress and anxiety.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, you might be relieved to learn that there are essential oils that have been shown to significantly reduce stress, help relaxation, and uplift your mood.
How Do Essentials Oils Work?
Essential oils are plant extracts. The act of steaming or pressing parts of a plant (such as fruit, flowers, leaves, or bark) captures the compounds that create fragrance. Essential oils have been used for centuries for their therapeutic benefits through the practice of aromatherapy.
How Can You Use Essential Oils?
It is recommended to always choose high quality, therapeutic-grade oils. It should also be noted that essential oils should never be ingested.
Here are some safe and effective ways of incorporating aromatherapy into your daily self care routine:
Aromatherapy Diffusers
These are electronic devices that diffuse essential oils into a fine mist that fills your space. Simply add water and a few drops of essential oils (according to your own preferences, but generally around 5 to 20 drops). Then, press the power button and enjoy the healing benefits (and lovely smells).
Massage Oils
Essential oils are often too strong to apply to the skin alone. We always suggest mixing our essential oils with a carrier oil or lotion if you intend to use it on your body. Our new Calming Lavender Massage Oil is blended with pure lavender essential oil for relaxation and jojoba, avocado, and sweet almond oils to deeply nourish and restore moisture.
Roll Ons
These are convenient and portable aromatherapy solutions! A blend of essential oils and a carrier oil are packed into a glass bottle with a roller ball so you can get your aromatherapy fix on the go! Apply to specific areas such as the inside of your wrists, temples, jawline for targeted results.
10 Essential Oils That Help With Anxiety
1. Lavender
Lavender is one of the most commonly used essential oils in aromatherapy because of its distinctive herbaceous and floral aroma. Lavender oil has been shown in clinical studies to help manage anxiety and depression. It can also be used to help combat insomnia and to calm a nervous stomach.
2. Jasmine
Jasmine has a sweet, romantic fragrance. This essential oil is known for its mood-boosting and uplifting effects.
3. Bergamot
This essential oil comes from bergamot oranges, so it has a refreshing citrus scent. Bergamot is known for inspiring positive emotions and for easing symptoms of stress and anxiety.
4. Chamomile
You may know chamomile as a type of herbal tea, but this soothing plant is also used in aromatherapy. Add a few drops of chamomile to a diffuser, lotion, or into a warm bath to wind down at the end of a long day and calm the mind and body.
5. Rose
The soft floral scent of rose helps to ease stress, restlessness, and insomnia. Rose absolute helps to instil a sense of comfort and support calm and relaxation.
6. Lemongrass
This fresh, citrusy aroma brightens your mood and reduces feelings of anxiety and tension. Lemongrass also eases fatigue by awakening the mind with its invigorating effects.
7. Ylang Ylang
The rich, flowery, slightly fruity scent of ylang ylang comes from a tropical flower of a Canaga tree. Ylang ylang is known for its calming effects.
8. Frankincense
This sweet, woody essential oil has been used for thousands of years for its healing properties. Frankincense is known to reduce stress in the mind and body.
9. Clary Sage
Clary sage has an herbal, woody scent that is known to calm and comfort the mind and body.
10. Marjoram
The warm, herbal aroma of marjoram essential oil helps to soothe anxiety and restlessness. This essential oil has been used in aromatherapy for centuries to calm nervousness.
Aromatherapy can help ease symptoms of anxiety, stress, and depression. Using essential oils is easy, affordable, and makes your space smell great. Create your own blend by combining our single origin essential oils or use our essential oil blends to change up the ambiance of any space.
You may know chamomile as a type of herbal tea, but this soothing plant is also used in aromatherapy. Add a few drops of chamomile to a diffuser, lotion, or into a warm bath to wind down at the end of a long day and calm the mind and body.
5. Rose
The soft floral scent of rose helps to ease stress, restlessness, and insomnia. Rose absolute helps to instil a sense of comfort and support calm and relaxation.
6. Lemongrass
This fresh, citrusy aroma brightens your mood and reduces feelings of anxiety and tension. Lemongrass also eases fatigue by awakening the mind with its invigorating effects.
7. Ylang Ylang
The rich, flowery, slightly fruity scent of ylang ylang comes from a tropical flower of a Canaga tree. Ylang ylang is known for its calming effects.
8. Frankincense
This sweet, woody essential oil has been used for thousands of years for its healing properties. Frankincense is known to reduce stress in the mind and body.
9. Clary Sage
Clary sage has an herbal, woody scent that is known to calm and comfort the mind and body.
10. Marjoram
The warm, herbal aroma of marjoram essential oil helps to soothe anxiety and restlessness. This essential oil has been used in aromatherapy for centuries to calm nervousness.
Aromatherapy can help ease symptoms of anxiety, stress, and depression. Using essential oils is easy, affordable, and makes your space smell great. Create your own blend by combining our single origin essential oils or use our essential oil blends to change up the ambiance of any space.
