Aromatherapy Aromatherapy, as the name indicates, involves the use of essential oils, for physical and mental well-being.
Massage technique in conjunction with essential oils through olfactory perception is the principle behind aromatherapy. Essential oils are less oily and perfumed. They are extracted from plant essence and are generally concentrated. Dilution is done with carrier oils, namely, apricot kernel oil, grapeseed oil, almond oil or jojoba oil. These are vegetable oils and function by carrying them to the skin.
The type of oil chosen depends on the kind of problem or ailment and to provoke their memory. Those oils are used that remind the individual of happy occasions and a de-stressed atmosphere. The individual is relaxed by the massage touch and the oil’s fragrance of aroma therapy. Inhalation of these fragrant oils transmits a message to the brain, through the nerve impulses, thereby stimulating an emotional psychological response.
This therapy aids in stress relief, treats sleeping disorder and revitalizes the body. A session with the massage therapist is the first step, wherein, an insight of the individual, namely the physical health and mental state, is obtained. Based on the physical and psychological makeup, various essential perfume oils are selected. Aromatherapy calls for the client to undress completely in privacy.
A towel is provided and any kind of discomfort is indicated.
Perfume oils or fragrance oils are different from essential oils, in those, that the former contains chemicals. Reading the label, while buying aroma therapy products is essential. A proper and experienced massage therapist is necessary, as improper usage of essential oils, has an adverse reaction.
The components of the oils used seem to play a vital role in enhancing beauty too. They are absorbed into the blood stream and then begin their function. Essential oils, such as, citronella are used for keeping mosquitoes at bay.
Therapeutic activity of certain oils are enriched or improvised by using them in combinations, thereby providing a synergistic effect.
The combination oil, at times, proves to be of greater advantage, than the same oils being used in separate applications. The aroma of this combination oil is equally pleasing and relaxing. Looking into the contents is essential, to demarcate between essential and fragrance oils. Avoid products containing terms, such as “fragrance”. Products without a list of the components are not worthy. Try looking out for words, such as “pure essential oils”. A physician’s guidance is recommended, during the purchase of essential oils, as certain health problems, necessitates such facts. |
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