AROMATHERAPY ISN'T JUST FOR RELAXATION

Aromatherapy essential oils have many helpful properties. The first use that usually comes to mind is as a stress reliever. As presented in the previous post, aromatherapy with essential oils can be dispensed in mists, in candles, in soaps. It can be used in conjunction with a massage or reflexology, helping to relax the body and mind.

Besides the calming and relaxing properties, aromatherapy has been shown to heal. Some people have mixed emotions about aromatherapy and how it works. In fact, people will question if the therapy will actually heal the body and mind. While there is no way to tell for sure unless you try the oils first hand, many lab tests, reviews, etc., have been posted indicating that aromatherapy can work.

Aromatherapy is most often a massaging solution, which combines essential oils. The oils are extracted via steam distilled processes, expressions, sometimes called cold press, and so on. In addition, the oils come from plants, fruits, bark, leaves, etc., and many have properties that are applied in medicines.

When used with essential oils, aromatherapy can work, since the oils scent the circulating air, allowing for relaxation. The massage however is going to make the biggest difference, especially if the masseuse knows what he or she is doing.

What may not be common knowledge is that essential oils also have antibacterial properties. Essential oils come from natural sources with antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. They can be used as antiseptics and in antibiotics. This gives the essential oils the capability of at least relieving a variety of illnesses, rather than just the symptoms stemming from the illnesses.

Antibiotics are agents that eliminate bacteria. These agents are capable of killing and/or inactivating bacterial growth, as well as fungi, in the body. The oils with these agents do nothing more than help prevent colds, flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, and related symptoms. However, too much antibiotics are not healthy. Therefore, you should read instructions carefully and follow them closely when using aromatherapy essential oils that include antibiotics.

Clove Bud is one of aromatherapy’s essential oils. The oil works well to heal toothaches; as well you can use the oil in cooking. Clove Bud is a highly recommended aromatherapy choice. The aromas produce a spicy, warm, sweet, and fruity effect. You can blend the oils with rose, Ylang-Ylang, bergamot, citrus-based oils, clary sage, etc. The oils are used to relieve arthritis symptoms, fatigue, muscle aches/sprains, rheumatism, bruises, cuts, asthma, and bronchitis. Clove Bud oils include Stern, Leaf, and Bud. Bud is one of the better recommended choice oils. You can also use Clove Bud to heal athlete's foot, acne, nausea, toothaches, colic, ulcers, mild infections, etc. You can also use the oil as a repellant to ward off mosquitoes. Clove Bud is sometimes found under Eugenia CARYOPHYLLUS, and related names.

Bay essential oils come from the western regions of India. The oil is great for scalp and hair treatment. In fact, this oil is blended with a variety of hair and skin products. The oil will help boost poor circulation, reduce rheumatism symptoms, inspire hair growth, relieve symptoms from infections, fight colds, etc. You can use the oils as well to relieve neuralgia symptoms, and to relieve aches and pains. The Bay oils will also help reduce pain coming from strains and sprains.

Chamomile German is said to be one of the oils that aromatherapy cannot live without. Chamomile has an anti-inflammatory solution, which wards off inflammations in the joints, skin, etc, and will relieve arthritic symptoms. In addition, the oil helps to battle acne, boils, allergies, burns, cuts, headaches, boils, insomnia, skin irritation, sunburns, dry skin, eczema, insect bites, symptoms from menopause, and so on.

As you can see, aromatherapy essential oils have many helpful properties. It's not just for relaxing.

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