Friday, March 25, 2011

Things You Should Know When it comes to Aromatherapy

By Mark Stephens


Although aromatherapy wasn't that well known in the modern world until recently, it has a very long history and people everywhere have been using the fragrances from plants to feel better and treat various illnesses for many centuries. Realizing the measurable benefits of aromatherapy is something that's happening in science today.

Below we'll discuss how aromatherapy can help anyone with a sense of smell. Aromatherapy is really one of the simplest ways to enjoy the benefits of the natural world when you're indoors. Long ago, when individuals were outside a lot more often, this might not have been a big deal, although these days, when a great deal of our time is spent inside and working with technology, the medicinal smells of plants can have an overwhelming effect. That's why so many people like to have plants and flowers in their homes and offices. However, with aromatherapy, you are getting an even more direct experience of the plant, as in many ways our sense of smell is even more immediate and powerful than our sight. We can therefore instantly transform the mood of a room by using the right essential oil.

If you simply want to help yourself relax try using your favorite essential oil in your bath. The right mix of oils in the bath can not only relax your mind but also soothe those aching muscles as well. You can use many types of oil even create your own blend so that you get a different experience each time. You will also get that same fragrance throughout your body. It only takes a few drops of your favorite oil to transform your bathroom into an aromatherapy cavern.

You can also use aromatherapy to help you sleep. Since one of the main reasons behind insomnia or a difficulty in falling asleep is stress and tension, essential oils are perfect as a sleeping aid because they are efficient at relieving stress. Many different essential oils, and combinations of them, can be effective for this purpose, but you may want to try sandalwood, and any of the citrus based oils, such as lemon or orange. Some people employ aromatherapy to be able to sleep, while others do it to have more interesting or lucid dreams.

Aromatherapy has an unlimited number of uses and the more you study, the more benefits you discover. For one thing, as many different essential oils as there are, you can also create your own blends, which means you can use aromatherapy in a way that's unique to you. If you are just starting out in aromatherapy and are still learning, you should start off with better-known oils to familiarize yourself with them and rely on the aforementioned tips.




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