by Tarah Ornelas | Oct 24, 2023 | Gifts
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to show your love and appreciation than with handcrafted, artisanal gifts from Scents by the Bay? Located in the picturesque Elmwood neighborhood of Berkeley, our store is a treasure trove of all things fragrant and...
by Tarah Ornelas | Jul 26, 2023 | Aromatherapy
In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of ourselves should always be a priority. Amidst the hustle and bustle, we often neglect the small joys and intimate moments that could bring us immense comfort and relaxation…. but now enters our Scents by the Bay...
by Valli Ford | Feb 13, 2023 | Crystals
Love and romance are an important part of our lives. Before we can love other people, we have to learn to love ourselves, first. Even if you don’t want to seek out another partner, you can still thrive from loving yourself and being the best you that you can be! There...
by Valli Ford | Jun 11, 2022 | Crystals
Healing is something that we all need to do in our lives, whether it’s from a recent breakup, saddening news, or some bad events that you may need to overcome. As such, it’s not healthy for you to hold it all in; you need to learn to release it. Thankfully, there are...
by Valli Ford | Mar 22, 2022 | Crystals
If you’ve ever wondered why you may be feeling off today – maybe you’re a little moody, or perhaps feeling a bit unmotivated – it could be because your chakras are imbalanced. Chakras are an ancient and complex energy system within the body that first originated in...
by Valli Ford | Jan 19, 2022 | Crystals
Crystals are not only beautiful to look at, but they are excellent for crystal healing when meeting your day-to-day standards. There are more than 4,000 crystals in the world, but with so many to choose from, how would you know what’s right to use? Here at Scents by...
by Valli Ford | Jan 4, 2022 | Perfumes
Perfumes are all the rage nowadays, and with good reason: they’re quite popular. However, as popular as they are, not everyone is fully aware of what goes into a traditional perfume, and how it can affect your skin in the long run. Not enough people know about perfume...
by Valli Ford | Jan 1, 2022 | Bath & Body
Soap is a very vital aspect when it comes to nourishing our skin and the health of our hands, so it is very important to treat them with high-quality ingredients that benefit them. We have access to all different kinds of soaps within the market, and due to top-notch...
by Valli Ford | Dec 21, 2021 | Bath & Body
Your shower is a place to relax and enjoy peace of mind and tranquility, whether you’re starting the day and need a boost, or you’re ending your day and want to relax. Visiting spas can give you the same feeling of tranquility, but what if you wanted to bring that...
by Catalina Kemmer | Oct 28, 2021 | Aromatherapy
Have you ever been baking and burnt yourself on a tray that wasn’t cool yet? Or sat out too long under the sun? If you’re Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, you’d add some lavender essential oil to your injury. In 1910, one Rene-Maurice Gatteefosse was working in the laboratory...
by Catalina Kemmer | Sep 30, 2021 | Aromatherapy
There are more than 90 essential oils all with unique benefits. Essential oils can aid you in your daily life in many different ways. From soothing your nerves to repelling insects or healing burns, they all have distinctive purposes. With so many options how can you...
by Tarah Ornelas | Feb 13, 2021 | Aromatherapy
5 Simple Ways to Use Essential Oils Essential Oils are becoming more and more main stream as people are learning more about their benefits as natural remedies to mental or physical ailments, as well as big box products beginning to tout the benefits of specific...