Facts and benefits from using natural aromatherapy products.
In natural aromatherapy, essential oils obtained from plants, shrubs, and trees can be used to alleviate psychological ailments and treat medical conditions. These oils are widely used in cosmetics, they can also be used to improve mood and reduce stress. They are known to have a powerful effect on both the mind and body.
Unlike most perfumes, essential oils have therapeutic properties and are 100% natural without man-made chemicals. They are usually extracted by distillation from various parts of plants such as flowers, petals, resins, leaves and bark. There are hundreds of oils to choose from. Each has different properties and provides solutions to various ailments that are a part of everyday life. The effects of essential oils are twofold. While the oil penetrates the deeper layers of the skin and directly addresses the physical problem, the fragrance acts on the psyche to calm the mind.
Natural aromatherapy oils and products can be applied to the body in the form of massages, used in baths and burners to promote health and wellness. Lavender is popularly used in most aromatherapy products.
A few drops of lavender can be added to a carrier oil; of either sweet almond or grape seed oil to make a massage oil that soothes muscles and calms the mind. For bathing purposes, lavender and rose can be added to the water to help you relax and prepare you for a good night’s sleep. Frankincense is beneficial for mature skin and is also used in making incense sticks. Rosemary can uplift your mood and can also help with hair loss.
On the physical side, aromatherapy provides various therapeutic effects such as antiseptic, analgesic, and anesthetic. Therefore it can be used to cure specific diseases or to overcome specific physical problems. Inhalation is one method by which aromatherapy is used to address respiratory problems. Eucalyptus and tea tree are essential oils that are used to relieve nasal congestion. Essential oils such as lavender and tea tree can be added to creams, gels and lotions for use on problem skin, insect bites and minor burns.
On the psychological side, aroma can cure problems like depression and insomnia. Such benefits can be obtained through the use of diffusers, burners, candles and sprays. The therapeutic effect of the pleasing aroma of essential oils calms the mind and helps the body heal. It is said that inhaling the aroma of essential oils creates a feeling of rejuvenation. As the fragrance molecules circulate in the atmosphere, they are carried to the lungs and absorbed into the bloodstream; The effects are both physical and psychological.
When buying natural aromatherapy products, it is important for you to ensure that the base such as creams, lotions and shampoos etc. do not contain chemicals or synthetic additives as these will not give you the desired effect and may harm your general health. If you are using aromatherapy at home, it is important to seek advice from an experienced and qualified aromatherapist because too much of some oils can be harmful and adding too little can be ineffective.
Source by Zuleikha Assenjee
