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Creative Uses for Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Francesca Black)Copyright 2006 Francesca Black The Chinese, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans all recognized the therapeutic properties of essential oils and plant extracts. The use of plant oils can be traced back over 6000 years. Individuals in many cultures believed that scent inspires the imagination and frees the spirit. In modern society many individuals are finding innovative ways to incorporate aromatic ... Read article Geranium(Submitted by: Jenny Jhons)Geranium Botanical Name: Pelargonium Graveolens Other Name: Apple Geranium Geranium is an evergreen, bushy perennial herb. Geranium has light green round leaves with curvy edges and an apple aroma. It is also known as Pelargonium Graveolens. Geranium is found from low to high altitudes in ... Read article Patchouli Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)Native to Asia, Patchouli is now grown in tropical areas around the globe. Though several species of this perennial shrub are cultivated for the perfume and scent industries, the species Pogostemon cablin is regarded as the species producing the highest quality essential oil. Before the leaves can be distilled, they must undergo a process that ruptures their cell walls. Usually this ... Read article Peppermint Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)Peppermint is a small perennial herb native to southern Europe and brought to the US in the early 1800s. Peppermint is now grown throughout the world although the US is currently the world's largest producer of peppermint essential oil. Peppermint is used extensively in the culinary and flavoring industries. It flavors sauces, candies and medication. It's also important to the ... Read article Rosemary Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)Rosemary is a small evergreen shrub indigenous to the Mediterranean. One of the best known herbs, rosemary has been used medicinally since ancient times. In some cultures, rosemary was burned to clear the air and evidence shows that it was also apparently used in some embalming procedures. Rosemary is distilled from the leaves of Rosmarinus officinalis. Traditional Herbal ... Read article How To Use Aromatherapy To Keep Your Home Clean And Smelling Fresh(Submitted by: Stacy Richford)If your going to clean your home, why not make the most of it and reap the benefits of aromatherapy while you clean! As many of us have noticed when we tackle our household chores, the smell from the chemicals of many products can be pretty overwhelming, and if we use them without decent ventilation we may end up making ourselves sick.Would it not be a great change if when we did our ... Read article Eucalyptus Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)Of the more than 600 species of eucalyptus currently identified, fewer than 4% are farmed for herbal or aromatherapy uses. The 3 species readily available in the US are Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus radiata and Eucalyptus citriadora. Eucalyptus is distilled from leaves that are either freshly picked or slightly dried. Traditional Herbal Uses Perhaps ... Read article Clary Sage Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)Sometimes called muscatel sage, clary sage is a small perennial cultivated throughout Europe and Asia. It's thought that the term "clary" is an adulteration of the phrase "clear eye" because clary sage was once a common treatment for excess mucus of the eye. Clary sage is distilled from the flower and leaves of the Salvia sclarea. Traditional Herbal Uses ... Read article Orange Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)Believed to be native to southwestern China, the sweet orange, or Citrus sinenses, is smaller than its botanical cousin, the bitter orange. About 500 years ago the fruit was introduced to Europe and the Americas where it's now widely cultivated. Like all citrus oils, sweet orange essential oil is cold-pressed from the fresh peels of the raw fruit. Traditional Herbal ... Read article Anise Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)The term "anise" can refer either to aniseed, a small annual that's native to Greece, or to star anise, a large evergreen tree found throughout southeastern Asia. (There's also a related species, Japanese anise, but it's rarely seen in the US.) All anise is steam-distilled from either the seeds or, in the case of star anise, the star-shaped fruit. Traditional Herbal ... Read article Lavender Essential Oil in Aromatherapy(Submitted by: Lisa Barger)All of the essential oils, lavender is easily the most popular both in usage and in sales. Whether it's being added to skin care products, tucked into freshly laundered linens or dabbed onto a minor wound, lavender is truly an all-purpose oil. There are approximately 30 species of lavender known but only 3 are common in the US. These include Lavandula angustifolia (true lavender), ... Read article Aromatherapy: Tea Tree Oil Benefits(Submitted by: Michael Russell)Tea Tree oil is gaining more mainstream popularity. Long used in the aromatherapy industry, its health benefits are being touted by many companies who include it in their products.What is tea tree oil? Its Latin name is Melaleuca alternifolia and it comes from a tree. Melaleuca trees are native to Australia although they are now also propagated in California. The common name 'tea ... Read article Aromatherapy: Rosemary Essential Oil Profile(Submitted by: Michael Russell)Rosemary is a popular herb for cooking and aromatherapy. It is actually a member of the mint family and is grown predominantly in Morocco and Spain. Rosemary likes a dry, hot soil. The rosemary plant is an evergreen shrub in its native regions. It can grow very tall, given the right conditions (over six feet), but in its native areas, high winds tend to keep the bush under control. In ... Read article Essential Oils: An Aromatherapy How-To Guide(Submitted by: Victoria Jerman Dravneek)When selecting and purchasing essential oils for aromatherapy, purity is key. Opt for a local health shop rather than a cosmetics store and check the labels to avoid chemical copies and reconstituted products.The best essential oils have essences that have been extracted using steam distillation, expression, solvent extraction, maceration or effleurage. How do you know you have the good ... Read article Essential Oils How To Use - Aromatherapy Cleaning(Submitted by: KG Stiles)Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic uses and benefits. The method applied can affect the results. In this article I will talk about methods of using aromatherapy for general all purpose cleaning.First, please remember that essential oils should never be applied neat (undiluted) to your skin. There are absolutely NO exceptions to this! This includes the soles of your ... Read article Essential Oils How To Use - Aromatherapy Spray(Submitted by: KG Stiles)Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic uses and benefits. The method applied can affect your results. In this article I will talk about how to use an aromatherapy spray to enhance the health of your living environment, as well as its ambiance.First, please remember that essential oils should never be applied neat (undiluted) to your skin. There are absolutely NO ... Read article Essential Oils How To Use - Aromatherapy Laundry(Submitted by: KG Stiles)Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic uses and benefits. The method applied can affect the results. In this article I will talk about aromatherapy methods to use for laundry care and cleaning.First, please remember that essential oils should never be applied neat (undiluted) to your skin. There are absolutely NO exceptions to this! This includes the soles of your feet or ... Read article Essential Oils How To Use - Aromatherapy Spa(Submitted by: KG Stiles)Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic uses and benefits. The method applied can affect your results. In this article I will talk about how you can easily create a custom spa experience in the comforts of your own home.First, please remember that essential oils should never be applied neat (undiluted) to your skin. There are absolutely NO exceptions to this! This includes ... Read article Essential Oils How To Use - Aromatherapy Methods(Submitted by: KG Stiles)Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic uses and benefits. The method applied can affect the results.First, please remember that essential oils should never be applied neat (undiluted) to your skin. There are absolutely NO exceptions to this! This includes the soles of your feet or palms of your hands. When using oils neat for inhalation purposes please exercise care and ... Read article Aromatherapy to Relax Your Mind and Body(Submitted by: Chelsea Aubin)If you just need something to help you relax and unwind from a hard day of work, or any other stressful activities, then aromatherapy might be for you. You might think that aromatherapy is just another new age trick that is designed to get your money and make you think you feel better. But this is not so. Studies have shown that this treatment can actually help with stress on a physical, ... 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What is aromatherapy?
The use of essential oils (extracts or essences) from flowers, herbs, and
trees to promote health and well-being. |
