Wonders of Aromatherapy

What is aromatherapy and how essential is aromatherapy?

Many have a pre-conception that aromatherapy is just some ‘smell good stuffs’. In fact, it’s way beyond that.

So what is aromatherapy? It is a technique that uses the body’s sense of smell to help boost your mood, relieve stress, energize and encourage better health for body and skin. It is also widely used to treat certain emotional and physical conditions.

Did you know that pure essential oils are the main ingredients in true aromatherapy? Synthetic or chemically produced scents (or widely known as fragrance) DO NOT carry the health benefits of essential oils.

For example, peppermint and eucalyptus essentials are mentally stimulating. They can help you to maintain a clear focus. Try mixing this combination in hot water and gently inhale over the steam. You’ll love the tingly sensation throughout your body!

Lavendar and chamomile have the opposite effect. If you’re feeling stressed or anxious, these 2 soothing scents will help you relax. For example, an evening massage with this combination and you’re off to dreamland … zzz

Need help with weight loss? There are some studies that suggest that essential oils from grapefruit and juniper berries stimulate calorie burning and reduce cravings for sweets.

Simply put, essential oils are the ‘essence’ of aromatherapy. They are highly concentrated and volatile. Essential oils are composed of tiny compounds that make the oil feel thin to the touch. If you gently rub the oil between your fingers, it will seem to disappear quickly and not leave an oily residue. Do not rub or massage with pure essential oil. They are volatile and may lose their therapeutic properties when rubbed too harshly.

The therapeutic properties of essential oils work via 2 mechanisms:

(1) Inhalation

(2) Application onto our skin

Keep in mind that essential oil should never be applied to your skin it its pure undiluted form. They are highly concentrated and should always be diluted with a carrier.

If you aren’t pro in the mixing, go for high quality pre-blended aromatherapy designed for either face or body. They are researched and developed by qualified chemists or aromatherapist.

Go organic when buying essential oils. Organic essential oils tend to reflect the highest quality aromatherapy oil.

Find out more about Eve Taylor Aromatherapy and Skin Care line that is natural, organic and paraben free.