C-alternatives, now doing business as Primal Hints, was established and licensed March, 2001 and amended the legal name of the company to C-alternatives Aromatherapy L. L. C in 2006. In May, 2007 C-alternatives Aromatherapy LLC began

Doing Business As (DBA) Primal Hints.  Primal means Essential and Hints means Scents--Essential Scents-Essential Oils. The name Primal Hints is easier to remember and provides

more of a 'hint' as to what our business is about.

Founded by a Certified Holistic Nurse and an Aromatherapist, Cheryl Laudenbacher, the company initially focused on product development. Since that time the company focus has shifted to education through a wide variety of classes and workshops and still maintains a small product line created from essential oils and organic herbs.

C-alternatives opened it's Retail Shop and Class room in the fall in of 2005 and added energy work through Reiki in 2006.

Our initial logo was designed in 2005 by Cheryl's creative daughters, Jessica Skinner and Tracy Ferguson. The logo represents the strength of groundedness to the earth as symbolized by the tree and its roots as well as the ability to 'fly free' as represented by the Angel, it's wings and hands open and upward.

It was this vision that Cheryl's daughters captured on paper that propelled her forward and that vision still

reinforces her personal vision of health and life--fly freely in this life with focus, purpose and joy, yet stay

grounded in the wisdom of the earth.

The Primal Hints logo was designed by the talented  graphic artist and designer Frances Dieffenbacher of

Greensboro.  The herb in the logo is rosemary--the herb of remembrance. We think the new name makes

us easier to remember and hope that you do as well!

C-alternatives means to "C" (see) the 'alternatives', holistic health practices that are used instead of or in conjunction with traditional health care practices.  Pure essential oils complement all Traditional or Non Traditional Therapies.

Often people use aromatherapy in tandem with other therapies for chronic illnesses.

Many people use aromatherapy as their first choice for routine problems such as allergies while others use it in combination with standard medical treatments.

Our products enhance self-care holistic perspective as they include 100% Pure Essential Oils which balance mind, body and spirit simultaneously without synthetic fragrances, harsh chemicals, preservatives or additives of any kind. 'Holistic' means viewing ourselves as an integrated whole which includes physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects, as opposed to looking merely at physical issues.

Treatment failure for any condition is often related to failing to view ourselves as a whole and focusing only on relieving physical symptoms rather than improving our over all health.

Pure essential oils, oils that are distilled or expressed from aromatic plants, trees, shrubs and bushes, help the body to perform more efficiently by balancing the entire hormone or endocrine system.

Unlike fragrance oils which are created in laboratory from a petroleum base and promote allergies and hormone imbalances, essential oils promote healing, prevent infection, improve mood and relieve physical symptoms.

For example, Lavender Vera inhaled or applied to the skin not only increases relaxation and mood, it promotes healing by decreasing pain and inflammation.  What a perfect state for healing--relaxed, happy with decreased pain! All essential oil have a unique effect on the body, mind and spirit. What could be more natural than feeling better by smelling a flower oil!

A Hilton Head Sunrise

Fragrance oils can impair the immune system, interfere with mood and stimulate allergic responses.  One of my first recommendations to clients is "Remove all fragrance oils from your environment starting with your laundry detergent and dryer sheets."

We at Primal Hints believe our body has the ability to heal itself when the body is in the 'right condition' to promote healing. This "right condition" is harmony of the body, mind and spirit as described above with the use of lavender. Harmony is achieved by managing not only physical symptoms but includes ridding our environment of chemicals, eating well, exercising, meditating or praying and sharing love and laughter with friends and family. Believing our life has purpose and meaning keeps us grounded, healthy and happy.

It is our personal belief that we can live in harmony with the universe and all living things. The focus of our business is to promote that balance, harmony, and healing. Our goal is to educate those who want to live closer to nature and nurture their mind, body and spirit.

Take the first step--call Cheryl to discuss your unique needs and goals for your health!

~About Cheryl Laudenbacher- Owner-Primal Hints~ My career in nursing spans over 35 years and includes extensive work in Education, Psychiatry and Health Care Management as well as experience in Military Medicine, Special Surgery and Long Term Care. My career as a Certified Holistic Nurse and Clinical Aromatherapist began over 5 years ago and integrates all aspects of my education and life experiences.

Credentials:  Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN), Carlow College, Pittsburgh, PA 1974   Masters Degree (Mental Health/Mental Illness Nursing), The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio 1992   United States Navy Reserve-Nurse Corps-Commander (Ret.) 2001   Advanced Practice Holistic Nurse Re-Certification, American Holistic Nurses Association  2007 Clinical Aromatherapy Certificate, Loving Scents Aromatherapy 2003 Certified Reiki Practitioner-Second Degree-Blue Ridge School of Reiki-2006 Professional member American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA)  Since 2002 Professional member National Association of Holistic Aromatherapists (NAHA) 2005 President Ex-Officio North Carolina Herb Association (NCHA) 2006 Life experience as a wife, mother and grandmother Please write cheryl@primalhints.com for additional information or call 336-292-6846.

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