Aromatherapy Facts & Information
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils, absolute oils and hydrosols. For certain uses some aromatherapy may include fragrance oils. Aromatherapy is an off-shoot of herbology. The use of aromatherapy may be best known in these areas:
Skin Care or Aesthetic - effects essential oils have on skin and hair care.
Emotional or Psycho - aromas are known to have effects on our emotions, moods and feelings; aka aromachology.
Holistic or Spiritual Healing - the combination the spiritual healing with the body, mind and soul.
Medical or Healing - the effects essential oils have in healing, enhancing and maintaining good health.
The word Aromatherapy was coined in the 1920's by French perfumer Rene Gattefosse.
Aromatherapy has been used for over 6000 years. The Chinese were perhaps the first culture to use aromatic plants for well-being. They burned incense to create harmony and balance.
- The ancient Greeks, Romans and Egyptians all used aromatherapy oils. Nearly 6000 years ago, the Egyptian physician Imhotep recommended fragrant oils for bathing, massage and for embalming the dead. Cleopatra, known for her beautiful skin was said to use essential oils in her baths. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, used aromatherapy baths and scented massage among his treatments. Hippocrates also used aromatic fumigations to rid Athens of the plague. Roman historian Pliny, author of the impressive 1st-century A.D. Natural History, mentioned 32 different remedies prepared from rose, 21 remedies prepared from lily, 17 remedies prepared from violet and 25 remedies prepared from pennyroyal.
The use of aromatherapy is a personal and lifestyle choice - one that can bring pleasure, beauty and well being to the users life. Pleasure is described as a source of enjoyment. One should not deny themselves the pleasure and benefits of pure Lavendar Essential Oil from France? Lavendar Essential Oil is soothing to dry and inflamed skin, it is uplifting and aids PMS. By understanding how to use aromatherapy daily you can enjoy the benefits of these wonderful Essential Oils and help to maintain a healthy balance in your life.
Aromatherapy is among the fastest growing fields in alternative and holistic medicine. Aromatherapy is widely used in clinics and hospitals for treatment of pain relief, for labor pain, for relieving pain caused by the side effects of the chemotherapy, and for the rehabilitation of cardiac patients.
Essential oils stimulate and nourish your skin, they enhance your immune system and stimulate the senses. The use of Aromatherapy and or Essential Oils extends to Skin Care, Hair Care and other Personal Care Products, Candles, Incense, Potpourri and other Home Enhancements.
Essential Oils are often described for their various odors and scents, also known as "notes":
Floral - Rose, Jasmine, Lilac, Gardenia
Citrus - Grapefruit, Lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Tangerine
Mint - Peppermint, Spearmint
Woody - Cedarwood, Sandalwood
Herbaceous - Basil, Marjoram, Thyme
Earthy - Oakmoss, Patchouli
Spicy - Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg
Recommended Reading: The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils by, Julia Lawless; The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Valerie Worwood; and 375 Essential Oils & Hydrosols by, Jeanne Rose.
Of The Goddess Ltd. offers an extensive line of: Pure Essential Oils & Fragrance Oils We offer a wide range of Aromatherapy and Bath & Body Products for all aspects of use including stress relief, healing, relaxation and intent.
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