Aromatherapy is ~
the topical or inhaled use of essential oils for their beneficial effect on energy, mood, and physiological and psychological well being.
Essential oils are highly concentrated plant essences
extracted from the flowers, roots, rhizomes, leaves, bark, and fruits of fragrant medicinal plants. Essential oils can truly enhance your daily living either as an environmental fragrance, personal perfume, therapeutic application or a bath & beauty product.
Aromatherapy is plant based healing in it's most concentrated form.
Aromatherapy is NOT ~
the use of synthetic fragrances. Products that claim to be aroma-therapeutic and contain synthetic constituents (look on the label on 'aromatherapy' products for the tell tale ingredient 'fragrance' - this is your red flag that synthetic fragrances have been added. These products will NOT enhance your well-being or bring you any therapeutic benefits ~ what.so.ever. Always read labels and packaging carefully - any product can claim to be 'natural' since the term unregulated by law. Also be warned of companies that claim to use 'pure essential oils' - they can add one drop of essential oil to a gallon of synthetic fragrance and still carry that claim.
PLEASE READ OUR policies BEFORE USING ESSENTIAL OIL PRODUCTS.
Essential Oils 101
~the essential five ~
LAVENDER
lavender is beneficial for headaches,
stress reduction, and soothing burns,
as well as a wide variety of skin complaints.
PEPPERMINT
Aids digestion, respiration, and circulation.
Soothing & calming for sore and tired muscles.
ROMAN CHAMOMILE
Very safe and effective anti--inflammatory
and relaxant for children and adults of all ages.
Also useful for inducing a calm restful state
and helpful in cases of mild stomach upset.
ROSEMARY
Invaluable for hair and skin. Stimulates circulation
and can also be used as an expectorant.
TEA TREE
Widely known for it's anti-septic properties,
tea tree oil is also
anti-bacterial and anti-fungal in nature.
Tea Tree can be used to help stimulate the immune system as well.
* NEVER APPLY UNDILUTED ESSENTIAL OILS TO YOUR SKIN
WITH THE EXCEPTION OF LAVENDER AND TEA TREE OIL*
*ALL 'ESSENTIAL 5' OILS ARE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE FOR CHILDREN IN LOW (.5 - 1%) DILUTIONS.*
*DO NOT USE PEPPERMINT OR ROSEMARY DURING THE FIRST 4 MONTHS OF PREGNANCY*
SIGNIFICANCE & SYMBOLISM OF SOME OTHER OILS
- Rosewood - uplifting, stimulating, aphrodisiac
- Frankincense - Restoring, relaxing, helps to induce a meditative state and even breathing patterns
- Ylang Ylang - Soothing, exotic and floral, aphrodisiac
- Bergamot - member of the citrus family, stimulating + de-stressing.
- Excellent drying agent for oily complexions
- Lemon, Orange, Grapefruit, and other citrus - cheering, energizing, mentally stimulating
- Lemongrass - sedating, insect repellent, brings relief to sore muscles & headaches
- Eucalyptus - healing & restoration for wounds, muscle sprains & strains, as well as insect bites & stings
- Nutmeg - warm, comforting & euphoric
- Basil - insect repellent, tonic for nerves & sleep aid
- Camphor - eases sore muscles & chest congestion, a natural source of menthol
- Neroli - aphrodisiac, tones aging skin, mood lifter, soothing to the gastro-intestinal system
- Citronella - widely known as an insect repellent, also valuable in staving off infections such as common cold & flu viruses
- Jasmine - intoxicating aroma, balancing for the emotions and mood enhancing, also an aphrodisiac
- Hyssop - widely used in biblical times, it is a psychological regulator which helps restore balance to the nervous system
- Juniper - valued for skin disorders and eczema. Can be used as an appetite supressant
- Melissa/Lemon Balm - Studies show impressive improvement when used with children with ADHD in a classroom setting
- Geranium - reduces symptoms of PMS, expedites healing in skin conditions
- Anise - use in moderation for muscle pain and indigestion
- Pine - combats fatigue and sore muscles
- Patchouli - rich, powerfully earthy fragrance that calms the nerves
- Sage - Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, invaluable in skin care
- Sandalwood - powerful aphrodisiac for men, soothing for irritated skin
- Clove - infamous throughout history for it's use as a dental pain killer, also antibacterial and antibiotic
- Ginger - stimulating to both digestive & circulatory system
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