Aromatherapy - How to use it ?

Use of aromatherapy
A range of essential oils can help improve health and well-being.
Aromatherapy is typically used by inhalation or topically.

Inhalation: Oils evaporate into the air using a diffuser, spray or oil droplets, or are inhaled, for example in a steam bath.

In addition to providing a pleasant scent, aromatherapy oils can provide respiratory disinfection, decongestant, and psychological benefits.

Inhaling essential oils stimulates the olfactory system, the part of the brain connected to smell, including the nose and the brain.

Molecules that enter the nose or mouth pass into the lungs and from there to other parts of the body.

When molecules reach the brain, they affect the limbic system, which is linked to emotions, heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, memory, stress, and hormonal balance. So, essential oils can have a subtle but comprehensive effect on the body.

Topical Applications: Massage oils, bath products, and skin care products are absorbed through the skin. Massaging the area where the oil is to be applied can stimulate circulation and increase absorption. Some claim that areas richer in sweat glands and hair follicles, such as the head or the palms of the hand, can absorb oils more efficiently.

Essential oils are never applied directly to the skin. They should always be diluted with a carrier oil. Typically, the concentration is a few drops of essential oil for one ounce of carrier oil. The most common carrier oils are sweet almond oil or olive oil.

What do essential oils do?
Different oils have different uses and effects.

Basil essential oil is used to improve focus and relieve some of the symptoms of depression. It can relieve headaches and migraines. It should be avoided during pregnancy.
Bergamot essential oil is said to be helpful for the urinary tract and digestive tract. Combined with eucalyptus oil, it can help relieve skin problems, especially those caused by stress and chickenpox.
Rosemary essential oil may benefit the nervous and circulatory systems.
Black pepper essential oil is commonly used to stimulate circulation, muscle pain and bruises. Combined with ginger essential oil, it is used to reduce arthritis pain and improve flexibility.
Chamomile essential oil can treat eczema
Lemongrass essential oil is a relative of lemongrass and acts as an insect repellant
Clove essential oil is a topical pain reliever, or pain reliever, that is commonly used for toothache. It is also used as an antispasmodic, to prevent vomiting and nausea, and as a carminative, to prevent gas in the intestine. It has antimicrobial, antioxidant and antifungal properties.
Eucalyptus essential oil can help relieve the airways during a cold or flu. It is often associated with peppermint. Many people are allergic to eucalyptus, so you have to be careful.
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