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During a break from my Aromatherapy studies in London, I set out on a trip with my girlfriend to Egypt. I'd always been fascinated with Ancient Egyptian culture and impressed by their diverse knowledge and documented use of essential oils. Not only were essential oils sourced and used for the sensual pleasure imparted through perfumery, they also played a paramount part in ceremonial worshiping and for general health and wellbeing. To my surprise I was about to find out how resourceful a few essential oils could be. We arrived at Cairo Airport in the wee hours of the morning excited and apprehensive about our new adventure. Little did we know about bungling taxi drivers in Cairo. It didn't help that...

Every now and then, I think it is important to refresh our minds with how and why we use essential oils. This allows us to once again, regain our focus, and move forward in life with less stress and anxiety. It shows us the correct methods of using essential oils. It also gives us the background of where they come from, and how we obtain them. All of this is important, and goes a long way in the therapeutic healing of aroma. Many plants contain volatile compounds, i.e. essential oils, that we extract from the flowers, seeds, bark, roots, and even the peels. It is in these oils, which we extract, where the healing properties are contained. Some of these properties are antiseptic, warming, soothing...

natural and organic skincare products use essential oils as an ingredients, whilst other products are based on combinations of essential oils as their primary, or indeed only, ingredients. Knowing that a natural or organic skincare product uses a certain essential oil is all well and good, but how can you be certain as to what properties that oil is giving the product in question? Is the fact that a cream contains bergamot oil good if you’re suffering from a touch of stress, or will it simply serve to make you smell a little bit like a cup of Earl Grey tea? Well, in fact, bergamot oil might do both. Its familiar smell helps to relax and ease tension, but the oil is actually extracted from the...

The aromatherapy nebulizer is different compared other forms of nebulizer in helping to treat the symptoms of asthma. Where as say a CompMist compressor nebulizer disperses medication to an asthma sufferer the aromatherapy one will disperse botanical oils which will help to alter their moods and provides properties that will help to treat those using it. Today this is now becoming one of the fastest growing of all holistic treatments for this particular disease. It is certainly gaining popularity around the world with those people who are looking for more natural alternative ways of treating many conditions rather than use medications prescribed to them by their doctor or health professional. In...

The extraction of flowers and plants began over 6,000 years ago when the Egyptians used certain oils for medicinal and burial purposes. However, the official term was created in 1930 by a French Chemist. Lavender oil was used to treat soldiers in the World War 2. It can be used many different ways. Massage oils applied directly onto the skin during an actual body massage can kill germs and bacteria. It also increases the resistance to illness by boosting the immune system. Massage in itself can reduce tension by calming the nerves and depression and create rejuvenation. In addition, they can also be enjoyed through our sense of smell. The inhalation of these scents causes a chemical reaction in the...

p>ROSEMARY ( Rosmarinus Officinalis ct. verbenone ) - A powerful and pungent aroma that's woody and herbal. Rosemary verbenone is penetrating to the senses though much less sharp than the cineol variety. Its soft fragrance is refreshing, lasting and pleasant. Smells like the fresh cut herb! Rosemary is a good first aid oil to have on hand as it is very versatile with a multitude of uses. Use it alone or in a synergistic blend with other essential oils to enhance its effects. Rosemary has the highest hydrogen content of all the essential oils which makes it a powerfully stimulating and warming oil! With its long history of use Rosemary is one of the most highly valued of all the essential oils...

The use of various essential oils made of liquid plant material and other aromatic substances for healing of the mind and body is called aromatherapy. The word was coined first by French perfumer René Maurice Gattefossé. He dedicated his life to researching different healing properties of essential oils. The use of aromatherapy is believed to bring pleasure, beauty and healing in the lives of those who use it. The different materials used in Aromatherapy are:o Essential oils: These are fragrant oils extracted from plants by distillation. They can also be fragrant oils extracted from plant material by any solvent extraction.o Absolutes: These are fragrant oils which are extracted from...

Your system must be relaxed. You need to pamper yourself once in some time and treat those aching muscles to a deluxe massage. As days go by, there are many gadgets that are being found to help people ease out strain, pressure and tensions. But one idea that never ceases to lose its popularity in this aspect is aromatherapy. This method can be utilized in massages. In the process, aromatic oils will be applied to render comfort to the person who is seeking such comfort. Such oils can be used in combination with water, lotions and other types of essential oils. The massage soothes your aching body and the aroma coming make up the aromatic oils goes straight into your limbic system. This is the an...

p>Your body is the physical expression of your Subconscious Mind and your Emotions are the Language of your Subconscious Mind. Your meridians are the channels through which your emotions flow. The natural and free flow of life force energy (your e-motions - energy in motion) coursing through your meridians ensures your health and longevity. While blocked or suppressed emotions result in clogged meridian channels and imbalances of health. Essential oils help restore the flow of chi through your meridians. The results of using aromatherapy to restore energetic balance and flow of chi may be enhanced through a regular practice of diaphragmatic breathing. FIRE ELEMENT MERIDIANS: Heart (yin), Pericardium...

Have you experienced going to a long vacation at a very exotic place and suddenly you catch a non-serious illness? While your first aid kit won't suffice, the nearest medical center is miles away. This is no less than a complete ingredient to ruin your dream vacation. But worry no more! Aromatherapy is now available as an alternative medication that can effectively ameliorate you condition and let you completely enjoy your exotic vacation. This form of therapy is very handy and easy to use. You only need essential oils and the basic knowledge of its proper application. It can be self-administered or you can use some assistance from a friend, companion, or lover. Such application adds a little...

Scented candles are immensely popular in the modern home, and essential oil candles are in ever-increasing demand. Essential oils, often used in all natural candles, are derived from natural plant sources and carry a heftier price tag than fragrances made from artificial ingredients. The process used to make candles with essential oils is simple enough to be duplicated at home. The first step in making scented candles is deciding on the materials to be used, including the fragrance, the type of wax, the wick, and the container used to hold the finished candle. For essential oil candles, choosing an oil to use can be the most difficult part of the process. There are over a hundred different oils to...

Aromatherapy is derived from two words: Aroma - meaning fragrance or smell; and Therapy - meaning treatment. The use of Aromatherapy can be traced back to nearly 3000 years before Christ. At that time the ancient Egyptians used the basics of Aromatherapy in their daily lives. Historical records show that Egyptians burned incense made from aromatic woods and other herbs to honor their gods. Aromatherapy also was used for healing and therapeutic practices. Medicinal plants are used to cure many ailments and used in many sacred rituals to evoke different states of consciousness. Elaborate religious ceremonies were performed in Egyptian temples, where the dead King was mummified and surrounded with...

If you really want to stop smoking you should try to make it as easy to achieve as possible. It' is always a good idea to replace a bad habit with a good one, and that's where aromatherapy really comes into its own in assisting those who are determined to quit smoking. When I stopped smoking I used an Aromatherapy device in the form of a mask, which is easy to construct. All you need is a protective mask, such as is used to protect against dust and other particles, like saw dust. You will also require cotton wool pads, and the circular variety, of about two inches diameter, are ideal. The idea is to insert the pad within the mask, and impregnate it with two or three drops of your favourite essential...

As the field of natural healing therapies continues to grow, so does the demand for alternative health careers. Some of the diverse healthcare occupations that alternative and complementary medicine offer prospective students include healing arts disciplines in massage therapy, homeopathy, herbal medicine, natural health, and acupuncture, among many others. Today's alternative health careers like massage therapy require specific training and education; including an expanding minimum standard of 500 instructional hours comprised of basic sciences (anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and pathology), Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and sports massage. Other related studies like CPR and first aid...

Most of us have a lot of health issues which could be due to our own lifestyle or bring a hormonal imbalance to our own body. To alleviate such health issues, we often tend to look for any possible treatment either if it is contemporary medicine or not. However, one of the major concerns that we have with medicines are the side effects which may aggravate the issue. So, what other options do we have then? There are alternative options that we may look into like for instance aromatherapy. If you opt to make use of this to alleviate most of your health issues, you may want to get more aromatherapy and important oils information to help you out. In this article, you will be able to learn how...

The search for a cure for Cancer has been in full-swing for many years. Scientists around the globe are investigating every possible substance and protocol that they can dream up to offer mankind relief from this often terminal illness. Included in this research are many plants and plant extracts that have played significant roles in traditional medicine systems throughout history. In the last few years, interest and research into the potential of essential oils as anticancer agents has grown tremendously. (For those new to essential oils, they are simply the volatile aromatic constituents of plants -- for example, the chemicals that make up the scent of a Rose or the pungency of fresh Basil. They...

The term that is more commonly associated with aromatherapy resins is incense. Resins, or incense, have long been an important part of history. Widely used for ceremonial purposes in many ancient eastern and western civilizations, use of incense today, while still popular, is not nearly as common as is the use of perfumes and products containing fragrances.   Most resins come from tree bark. Resins are the gum-like substance that extrudes from a tree when its outer layer has been damaged. They're actually unsaturated hydrocarbons that harden when they come into contact with air. In their natural state, resins can be semisolid or solid. Resins help trees and some other flowers, roots and seeds...

It's hard to imagine a flower being able to calm your nerves, decrease inflammation and puffiness, encourage much faster healing for minor burns, diminish muscle pain, and overcome insomnia. Who would have thought that from this small purple flower would be derived one of the most versatile essential oils the plant kingdom has to offer. As one of the most gentle and multipurpose essential oils, Lavender provide a positive effect on an individual's mental, emotional, physical, and metaphysical presence. This oil brings lucidity, peace of mind, and emotional harmony. Lavender is successfully used to remedy insomnia, stress, depression and worry. Lavender is also famed as one of those essential oils...

p>Rosemary Verbenone is recommended by many authorities for its cell regenerating powers. Its supreme skin regenerative and wound healing properties make Rosemary verbenone especially useful for treating chronic skin conditions, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. Acne prone skin may respond favorably to the renewing effects of Rosemary verbenone, as well as to its action to fight infection and promote glandular balance and function. Its skin nourishing action makes it ideal for dry and mature skin. Rosemary's pronounced stimulating effect on the circulatory systems (lymph, nerve and blood) makes is especially helpful for lowering blood pressure, as well as for promoting cellular respiration and...

When we talk of essential oils, the only thing which strikes to our mind is natural extracted oil from plants, tree, herbs and other natural elements. Essential oils are also known for their exotic fragrance, as these are prepared from true essence of nature. Essential oils are particularly use for the following purposes:o aromatherapy Aromatherapy is an art of healing with inhalation of various essential oils and herbs. There are varieties of essential oils which are used in aromatherapy for different purposes.o cosmetics Essential oils are also used in cosmetic products. Essential oils, is extracted from herbs and plants so, it bring the element of nature in cosmetic product which further makes...

If you're like me, you've suffered from stomach bloating, excess wind and flatulence for as long as you can remember. The symptoms are unpleasant: you feel sluggish, uncomfortable and unattractive, and it happens seemingly at random. One minute you feel great, the next minute you feel completely full of wind, with your stomach bloated to two or three times its normal size. There are many plausible causes for it and any number of recommended bloating remedies too. What if told you about one such remedy? A natural essential oil, totally harmless, with no side-effects. What if I said that this remedy has been used medicinally for centuries across the world and is readily and cheaply available? What if...

It sounds very simple to offer any meaning to the true value of essential oil. This is because a common characteristic to it is that it is truly gotten from a natural plants and it has been found to be equally indispensable to the health of man. The study of these indispensable oils and their use has laid accent on the medicinal importance especially when mixed with others substances, but this should be mixed according to prescribed standards. The medicinal value or importance of natural herbs should not only be the most important thing to us. In order to fully understand these values or importance, it is essential to know what they mean. If you have experienced the feeling of any scent or fragrance...

Essential oils have natural healing properties that are helpful in treating common health problems. They can be safely used for inhaling, massaging or in bath. Below are some useful essential oils with curative properties - 1. Marjoram Marjoram is a popular aromatic flavoring. The oil is extracted from the plant by distillation. It has a powerful head clearing aroma and an uplifting effect on the spirit. Marjoram blends very well with lemon essential oil. Marjoram essential oil is helpful for: 1. Anxiety and depression: Inhale, use in the bath or in a vaporizer. 2. Constipation: Blend into carrier oil and massage into the abdomen to relieve spasm in the intestines. 3. Head cold: Inhale, or use to...

If you enjoy natural healing remedies, but you have not used peppermint essential oil yet, you are missing out! There are so many great benefits of this aromatic oil! Let's start with energy. That magical thing that so many of us lack. The common solution to this is caffeine, and lots of it, to get us through the day. However, that has it's cons, including those pesky jitters. Peppermint oil is a great alternative to this! A few sniffs of peppermint oil can give you a nice boost of energy, as well as clearing your cluttered mind, which makes it a great choice when studying or working hard! You get a nice energy boost, free of those annoying jitters that come with caffeine overuse. Another great use...

13 Potential health benefits of lavender - Refreshes and tones the skin, and soothes the nerves. - Reduce or heal depression, especially when they are related to stress. - Improves sleep quality. - Promotes relaxation. - Lifts mood in people suffering from sleep disorders. - Natural antiseptic and astringent. - Soothe and heals insect bites using an infusion. - Antiseptic for common bacteria such as typhoid, diphtheria, streptococcus, and pneumococcus. - Soothe and protect sunburned skin. - Helps prevent infection in blisters that often accompany more severe sunburns and other burns. - Healing on open wounds to speed healing. It can be applied undiluted. - Gently calms the nerves and helps reduce...

Dangerous Product #1: Mineral Powder - When you use mineral powder, the tiny nano-particles that make up the powder become aersolized particles and get into our lungs and can scar our lungs. When you blow small bubbles, you will notice that they decend quickly... this is what happens with the small nano particles in mineral powder. Once the powder gets into our lungs, its nearly impossible to get it out and it can cause fibrosis. Dr. Arthur Perry, author of Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) (which I may just have to pick up at this price!!!), said that these same non-particles cause serious problems in industrial use, and we have seen it in miners and...

There are many options for the treatment of ovarian cysts. Apart from seeking medical remedies, there are a variety of herbal treatments available. One of these recommended methods that offer relief from the pain and discomfort caused by ovarian cysts is aromatherapy. Many women have come to favor this kind of treatment because it is inexpensive and brings about other physical benefits. The Basics of Aromatherapy Aromatherapy is a holistic approach that treats cysts, PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) and other medical conditions. It makes use of essential oils extracted from plants and herbs which are known to relieve pain and bring back hormonal balance to the body. History records the use of...

             Aromatherapy is a service growing in popularity across the United States as people seek new ways to decrease stress and increase their energy through natural and holistic means. This technique blends the use of essential oils with therapeutic massage body work to relieve tension, stimulate relaxation of the mind and help increase the energy flow throughout the body. Aromatherapy seeks to utilize the power of your senses to indulge your body and mind throughout your experience.               The use of essential oils is pivotal to any aromatherapy treatment because it is these specific oils that will provide many of the benefits this service offers. "Essential...

This is a question that is asked frequently believe it or not. In fact even men ask this question from time to time. Well it's a good question and hopefully I can convince you of the benefits by the time you finish reading this article. The benefits of Aromatherapy have been around for long time. Even though the term Aromatherapy was coined in 1907 by Rene Maurice Gattefosse the actual practice and benefits of aromatherapy have been around for much longer. Let's take a look at these benefits shall we? The first benefit that comes to mind is the treatment and prevention of disease. This has been a main benefit of Aromatherapy for a long time. This is a double whammy so hold on to your nose! Ok so...

One of the most frequently asked questions I hear from my clients is, "What made you leave your career in Nursing and start your own practice?" The earlier part of my nursing career was spent in Australia in high dependency primary care and later in medical/oncology and palliative care. Illness surrounded me and death was more common than not. Disempowerment was augmented by a system resistant to change and it was not much longer til light soon shone in a new direction physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I travelled overseas and whilst nursing at a private hospital in Surrey (U.K), took up further studies in Aromatherapy. The Medical Consultants there were very open to alternative...

> Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oils. It is the ancient science of healing, relaxing and energizing the body by the use of plants and their parts. The word aromatherapy is derived from two words aroma which means smell and therapy which stands for healing. Aromatherapy is basically “treatment using scents". It is a holistic treatment of working with pleasant smelling botanical oils called essential oils. The essential oils are used in a variety of ways; they are added to the bath or massaged into the skin, inhaled directly or diffused to scent an entire room. The essential oils are aromatic essences extracted from plants, flowers, trees, fruits...

What are Aromatherapy of Rome Candles? Aromatherapy of Rome candles - although they are quite incredulously overlooked by many - are one of the most popular types of candles in the world. Aromatherapy of Rome candles are considered to produce possibly the most sultry and smoldering scents of Ancient Rome, as they are inspired by the 9th century Italian thermal springs of Abano. These Aromatherapy of Rome candles use aromatherapy to create an aura of relaxation and restoration upon the user. These candles benefit incredulously by evoking the serene and therapeutic calm that is hard to find in today's fast-paced world, and they blend a mixture of essential oils which thus creates that of a...

Aromatherapy is a very effective tool for stress relief. And once you understand how it works, it's easy to see just why it works so well. It goes right past our conscious brain, straight to the limbic system, where the mechanisms that control our emotions and our physical responses reside. Of course my favorite thing about aromatherapy stress relief is that it smells wonderful. Read on for tips on how to use it. It's not hard to get started. You could simply go to the aromatherapy section of your neighborhood New Age store -- or the health food store, or maybe even the drug store. Yes, you can buy aromatherapy just about anywhere these days. And then? Just pick out the bottles that say...

Are your gums swollen, inflamed or bleed when you brush your teeth? Are your gums sensitive or do you have frequent infections? These are signs of gum disease. These symptoms are caused by bacteria that get down in the pockets between your gums and teeth. A diet of processed foods, sodas and smoking play a big part in starting gum disease. Be sure to find a dentist that will work with you on nutrition and supplements in addition to suggested treatments to help you reverse this painful disease. There is research now that suggests that gum disease also affects the heart and other organs in the body so you will want to catch any symptoms early and take care of that. Gum disease can lead to the loss of...

An essential oil by definition is a concentrated, hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. A hydrophobe is a molecule that is repelled from a mass of water. Other names for essential oils are volatile oils, ethereal oils, and aetherola; a very simplified definition is the oil of the plant from which it was extracted. Essential means that the oil carries a very distinctive scent of the plant from which it was obtained. Most oils are obtained by the process of distillation. In this process the flowers, leaves, bark, roots, seeds, wood, and peel of the plant are put in a distilling apparatus then placed over water. The water is heated and the steam goes through the raw plant...

  Bruce Berkowsky, N.M.D., M.H., H.M.C. Essential oils are the carrier of the plant's soul. Anthroposophy founder Rudolf Steiner states: "Matter is most spiritual in the perfume of the plant...When the spirit most closely approaches the physical earth, then we have the perception of fragrance." According to Kabbalah, the human soul contains animal-, plant- and human soul components. Thus, each of us has the ability to relate to plant souls on a soul-to-soul level. When the human soul becomes preoccupied with the daily challenges of life, rational consciousness becomes estranged from the higher self and mired in "stuckness." All chronic diseases have this quality of inertia in common. The plant...

Are you doing your taxes now? Is this making you feel stressed? I know I feel very stressed, exhausted and basically out-of-sorts during this time and have to keep reminding myself "this to will pass" and soon life will feel more fun again. This tip is especially useful at Tax Time when we get locked inside our home office and focus on the unnatural side of life that is all business and government related. It is important to bring a little of nature into our space to help us relax and stay calm and centered. I have finally finished my very complicated report for my Tax preparer. This process always seems to fill my mind with worrisome thoughts and causing my body to feel tensions. So this made the...

In present scenario, maintaining health through naturopathy has resulted in the popularity of various essential oils. Essential oils are multipurpose oil which is used for several purposes. Some of its uses are as follows:oFreshener Essential oil is regarded as the main ingredient of fragrance industry as they are used in manufacturing of various scents and perfumes etc.oAromatherapy Aromatherapy is a therapy of healing various diseases and health problems by using various natural compounds. Thus, essential oil plays a crucial role in aromatherapy.oBath The use of different type of essential oil in bath makes bath more pleasurable. This is also known as aroma bath which helps in curing various skin...

A good rubdown is both physically and psychologically valuable for the body. Trained massage therapists usually get hundreds of hours of instruction prior to working on people. These therapists work with essential oils, usually diluted and blended in the following proportions: - 1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond - 15-30 drops essential oils. The foundations of aromatherapy date back thousands of years, although the term was not used until the 20th century. The Chinese may have been one of the earliest civilizations to use fragrant plants for well-being. The Egyptians later invented a simple refining machine that permitted the basic removal of cedar wood oil. Clove, cinnamon, nutmeg, myrrh...

Orange essential oil is popular and highly praised by beginners as well as season pros. It is considered to be one of the best essential oils to experiment with when learning about essential oils because of its many uses as well as its flexibility. Orange essential oil mixes very well with many essential oils and therefore is considered fool proof. Orange essential oil is collected by a cold press method from the peel of the orange and is relatively inexpensive due to the fruits abundance. Native to China and India the orange is now grown in the Americas, Israel and the Mediterranean. The versatility of orange essential oil is undeniable and makes it the perfect choice to add to your collection. The...