Saturday, April 24, 2010

What is Aromatherapy?

Since ancient times essential oils have been thought to benefit the body and mind. Our bodies like all living things, need to be nurtured in order to prosper and function properly. Aromatherapy which uses essential oils derived from plant material restores this balance between body, soul, and mind. Many essential oils are believed to have special properties ranging from aphrodisiac to antiseptic. Others are known to stimulate, rejuvenate, or promote relaxation.

There are many ways to experience the benefits of aromatherapy. Essential oils can be used in/for/as  a steambaths and/or saunas, steam inhalations, aromatic baths and/or showers, sitz baths, aromatherapy massages,  body scrubs, body sprays, body wraps,  compress and/or  poultices, room fragrances and mist spray.

Since essential oils are highly concentrated they should never be applied directly to ones skin or taken internally.

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