Friday, April 4, 2008

What happens with Aromatherapy oils?

Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of plant-derived, aromatic essential oils to promote physical and psychological well being. It is sometimes used in combination with massage and other therapeutic techniques as part of a holistic treatment approach.

Aromatherapy oils and the many different forms originate from essential oils, which are the saps and oils of the plant or tree the fragrance comes from. All aromatherapy oil is natural, but the only way to know before you buy that you're truly getting the full benefit of the scent is to check the ingredients on the bottle. If there is no list of the ingredients on your aromatherapy oil product, or if it lists something like "fragrance oil" then it is not made naturally, and you will not get the full benefit of the scent. You can purchase aromatherapy oil at outlets such as Bath and Body Works, or the nutrition section of any generic retail store.

Aromatherapy offers diverse physical and psychological benefits, depending on the essential oil or oil combination and method of application used.
  • Aromatherapy oil is also good if you have an aching muscle and don't want to breathe in the unpleasant smell of ointments.
  • It will soak into your skin the same, and leave a refreshing feeling in the end.
  • You don't have to get away from home to relax.
  • You can as easily wind down your day, your week, and your year in the comfort of your own home by pulling out a bottle of aromatherapy oil, a candle, or a bubble bath solution.
  • Aromatherapy is also a way to bring you and your significant other together, physically and mentally.
  • So let the drone of the day fade, and slip into tranquility with your favorite bottle of aromatherapy oil.
  • Some common medicinal properties of essential oils used in aromatherapy include: analgesic, antimicrobial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, astringent, sedative, antispasmodic, expectorant, diuretic, and sedative.
  • Essential oils are used to treat a wide range of symptoms and conditions, including, but not limited to, gastrointestinal discomfort, skin conditions and irregularities, stress-related conditions, mood disorders, circulatory problems, respiratory infections, and wounds.

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