Certified Aromatherapist

About Me

As a Certified Aromatherapist, Jirbie's passion in spreading the word on safe, sustainable, responsible, and respectful use of essential oils has been the paramount of her advocacy. Since 2018, Jirbie has led and initiated aromatherapy classes to support this mission.

Jirbie believes that quality, accessible education is one of the best ways to improve the Philippine aromatherapy industry. As an Aromatherapy practitioner and educator, her energy has been known to inspire and move people. Her authenticity, candidness, practical thinking, and thirst for processing complicated EO concepts into a simple, easily digestible, and beginner-friendly manner has been sought after by her students.

In the last 3 years, Jirbie has also been working a lot with their local aromatic plant product producers, essential oil microdistillers, and farmers to support the supply chain of the Philippine aromatherapy industry where she does pro bono consultation to farmers and provide educational support to the local producers.

Backed with almost a decade of corporate experience from various MNCs–not to mention her flair in Marketing and Brand Management with different health and wellness brands after her corporate stint, Jirbie has exemplified great customer service, professional consultative rapport, and strong work ethic in a diversified work environment. She thrives on her ability to execute, deliver results, communicate with people from diverse backgrounds, and build strategic, trust-based relationships.

My Approach & Philosophy

These core values guide every consultation, workshop, and interaction.

Holistic Approach

Treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit – not just symptoms.

Expert Knowledge

Years of training and continuous education in aromatherapy and wellness.

Personal Connection

Building trusting relationships and understanding each client's unique needs.

Natural Solutions

Harnessing the healing power of nature through pure, quality essential oils.

Aromatherapy Education

JAN 2022 – Present

The School for Aromatic Studies

Aromatic Medicine (Level 3 Certification)

DEC 2021 – JUL 2022

New York Institute of Aromatherapy

Level 2 Aromatherapy Certification

AUG 2021 – AUG 2022

Stillpoint Aromatics Institute

Animal Aromatherapy Certificate Program

APR 2022 – JUN 2022

The School for Aromatic Studies

Aromatherapy Teacher Training Program

APR 2019 – MAY 2021

The School for Aromatic Studies

Botanical Body Care Course

MAR 2018 – MAY 2019

New York Institute of Aromatic Studies

Foundations of Aromatherapy and French Aromatherapy

Current Affiliations

Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA)

President 2026-2028 and Media Chair

Airmid Institute

Philippine Ambassador

Alliance of the Philippine Aromatherapists (APA)

Founder & Co-Chair

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Published Aromatherapy Journal Articles

Contributing research and insights to international aromatherapy journals and publications.

Australia
Apr-May 2022 p22-23

Discovering Ylang Ylang Hydrosol for Skin Care

Aromatherapy Today Vol 83

USA
Sep 2022 p20-23

Canarium Tree: The Tree that Keeps on Giving

Aromatics in Action: The Journal of the Alliance of International Aromatherapists Vol 5 Issue 3

USA
Winter 2022 p19-25

Regenerative Agricultural Practices of Elemi in the Philippines

The International Journal of Professional Holistic Aromatherapy Vol 11 Issue 3

Hungary
Autumn 2023 p86-89

Aromatherapy for the Animal Rescuer

Aromatika Magazine Vol 10 Issue 10.3

USA
Winter 2023 p4-6

An Eye-opening Elemi Tapping Trip in Sorsogon, Philippines

Green Telegram Airmid Institute Newsletter Vol 10

USA
March 2024 p26-29

Crossing Oceans: AIA Community Opportunity

Aromatics in Action: The Journal of the Alliance of International Aromatherapists Vol 7 Issue 1

USA
January 2025 p25-28

Bamboo Hydrosol: Emerging Distillations from the Philippines

Aromatics in Action: The Journal of the Alliance of International Aromatherapists Vol 7 Issue 4

Aromatherapy Conferences

International Speaker

Speaker & Lecturer Experience

Sharing knowledge and passion for aromatherapy at conferences, workshops, and events around the world.

June 2025

The Scent of Serenity: Exploring Ylang Ylang

The School for Aromatic Studies, Quarterly Deep Dive Class

USA
June 2025

Perfume 101 EO Workshop

Tsubaki PH, Mitsukoshi Mall, BGC

PH
Aug 2024

Pili Ani x Kultura Filipino 20th Anniversary EO Workshop

Kultura Filipino Design Studio, Podium Mall, Ortigas

PH
May 2024

Philippines' Calamansi oil (Citrus microcarpa): Traditions and Therapeutics

Botanica 2024 Conference

France
May 2024

Emerging Essential Oil Distillations from the Philippines

Alliance of International Aromatherapists, Monthly Member's Meeting

USA
Apr 2024

Building Relationships in the Business of Aromatherapy

Essensian Student's Lecture

Vietnam
Mar 2024

Building Relationships in Business

Alliance of International Aromatherapists, Monthly Member's Meeting

USA
Nov 2023

Essential Oils from the Philippines

Aromatica Australia Conference

Australia
Apr 2023

How is Aromatherapy Practiced and Regulated Around the World? Panel Discussion

AIA 2023 Virtual Conference

USA
Mar 2023

Discovering the Philippine Aromatics: Elemi and Ylang Ylang

Asia Pacific Aromatherapy

Hong Kong
Mar 2023

Essential Oils Around the World: Philippines

AromaSummit Aromatherapy Online Event

USA
Feb 2023

Aromatherapy Pet Safety

Feline Council of the Philippines Pet Registration Clinic

PH
Dec 2022

Essential Oil Safety and EO101 Live Q&A with Niuxys

Alliance of the Philippine Aromatherapists Group

PH
Aug 2022

Aromatherapy with the Canarium Tree

International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA) Monthly Member's Meeting

USA
Apr 2022

Discovering Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) for your Self Care

AromaSummit Online Conference

USA
Mar 2022

Selfcare Rituals with Ylang Ylang

Essence of Thyme College of Holistic Studies Guest Speaker

Canada
Feb 2022

Regenerative Agricultural Practices of Elemi in the Philippines–Updated

Airmid Institute

USA
Dec 2021

Introduction to Hydrosols

Wellness Beyond Intentional Oiling 2021 Philippine Aromatherapy Online Summit

PH
Nov 2021

Regenerative Agricultural Practices of Elemi in the Philippines

Alliance of International Aromatherapists, Monthly Member's Meeting

USA
May 2021

Coping Through Stress with Essential Oils

Society of Gynecologic Oncologists of the Philippines Mid-Year Medical Convention

PH
May 2021

LIVE Lokal Entrepreneurship Bootcamp Commencement Speech

LIVE Lokal PH

PH
Mar 2021

Finding Balance with Essential Oils

Better Filipinas Community

PH
Dec 2020

Aromatherapy in Beauty

Intentional Aromatherapy Philippine Aromatherapy Summit

PH
Dec 2020

Wellness Through the Senses

Asian Development Bank's Office of the President

PH
Nov 2019

Be Kind to Your Mind EO Workshop

College of Saint Benilde-Manila

PH
Nov 2019

Sustainable Pet Ownership

Nurture Nature: Xavier School 2019 Environmental Fair

PH
Aug 2019

Responsible Pet Ownership

MeowCon Manila 2019

PH
Mar & Jul 2019

Davao Essential Oil Workshop

Davao

PH
Oct 2018 – Mar 2019

Gourdo's Essential Oil Monthly Workshop

Metro Manila

PH
Feb 2019

GreenShelf Cebu Essential Oil Workshop

Cebu

PH
Jan 2019

AromaYoga Workshop

SM Ortigas East

PH
Jul 2018 – Nov 2018

Casa De Lorenzo Essential Oil Monthly Workshop

CDL Office, Pasig

PH
Oct 2018

Gourdo's 17th Anniversary EO Workshop

Glorietta 2 Activity Center, Makati

PH
Oct 2018

Aromatic Blending at Kiehl's Ginger Leaf and Hibiscus Firming Mask Media Launch

Okada Manila

PH

Online Media Features

Print Media & Broadsheets

Essential oils: A value-added product farmers can consider producing

Jan 2022

Filipino farmers and essential oil producers find a supportive clientele in the local aromatherapy community

Dec 2021

Three myths about essential oils that need to be busted

Dec 2021

Let's Begin Your Wellness Journey Together

Whether you're new to aromatherapy or looking to deepen your practice, I'm here to support and guide you every step of the way.