By now you've probably heard of aromatherapy. You have probably walked by one of those "stinky" stores in the mall and wondered what it is all about. You may have heard of some of the scents' beneficial uses-such as lavender putting babies to sleep. But if you're still unconvinced by aromatherapy's holistic phenomenon, an aromatherapy guide can help clear things up a bit. Here are some things that a qualified aromatherapy guide should enlighten you with:
The Facts
Before you purchase any aromatherapy product, you should know that it is an all-natural product, i.e. derived from plants. The source of aromatherapy is essential oils, which come from the leaves, flowers, bark or stems of a certain plant. These oils are completely pure and concentrated. Because of this, they have to be diluted with water and carrier oils to be safe enough to use.
If this aromatherapy guide can teach you anything, it will be that essential oils are very strong so it is wise to use them in small doses (whether inhaling or applying to skin).
History
Along with the facts, any aromatherapy guide must teach you a bit of history, and here is the history of essential oils. Aromatherapy originated with the Chinese who used it in the form of steaming herbs for medicinal purposes. There is also evidence aromatherapy was used in Ancient Egypt. Aromatherapy continued to be used as a form of healing, as well as a pleasant fragrance for the upper-class, for centuries. Even as science replaced natural herbs with artificial perfumes and oils, aromatherapy has continued to be used.
Today, more people are becoming health-conscious and are switching to more holistic, natural- and wellness-orientated ways of living, including using aromatherapy in their daily routine.
How to Use
There are many uses for aromatherapy. Aromatherapy oils, lotions and creams are used for external use (oils can be added to bath water or, along with lotions and creams, applied directly to the skin), while candles and incense can be used for inhalation. Most aromatherapy products can be purchased at any holistic retail outlet, or the nutrition section of most generic stores.
Even if you are skeptical, take the advice of this aromatherapy guide, and try an aromatherapy product. Start with lavender. If you have a stressful day, light a lavender candle in the bedroom or take a bath with lavender essential oil beads.
With all the stresses involved in everyday life, wouldn't it be nice to know that you can end the day in tranquility?
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