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Aromatherapy
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In aromatherapy it is held that simply inhaling an essential oil elicits an immediate olfactory
response and provides for ready absorption in the bloodstream. Essential oils as implied by
the term “Aromatherapy”, have a powerful effect through our sense of smell.
Smell (olfaction) is the least understood of our five senses and yet is perhaps the most
powerful. The olfactory membrane is the only place in the human body where the central
nervous system is exposed and in direct contact with the environment. When an olfactory
receptor cell is stimulated, an impulse travels along the olfactory nerve to the limbic portion of
the brain where memory, hunger, sexual response or emotion is evoked. Before consciously
knowing we are in contact with an aroma, our subconscious mind has already received and
reacted to it.
TYPE OF OILS:
Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)
Black Spruce ( Picea mariana)
Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica)
Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis)
Champaca (Michelea champaca)
Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Fir Needle (Abies alba )
Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)
Frangipani (Plumeria rubra)
Geranium (Pelargonium graveoloens)
Ginger Zingiber officinale)
Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)
Immortelle Helichrysum angustifolium)
Jasmine (Jasminum officinalis)
Juniper (Juniperus communis)
Lavender (Lavandula augustifolia)
Mandarin (Citrus madurensis)
Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
Mimosa (Acacia dealbata)
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
Neroli (Citrus aurantium)
Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Petitgrain (Citrus aurantium)
Pine Needle (Pinus sylvestris)
Rose (Rosa centifolia)
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Rosewood (Aniba roseodora)
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
Spikenard (Nardastachus jatamansi)
Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia)
Vetivert (Vetiveria zizanoides)
Bath: fill the tub with bath water. Add & swish 9-10 drops of essential oil into the bath water. Some essential oils are
more irritating to the skin than others. Read the safety cautions for each essential oil. Or add 9-10 drops of essential oil
to one teaspoon of carrier oil, such as jojoba oil and add & mix into the bath water so the essential oil is soluble in the
carrier oil before adding to the bath.
Liquid Soap: add about 30-45 drops of essential oil to 8 ounces of unscented liquid hand soap or unscented liquid
shower body wash. Shake vigorously.
Body Oil: add about 12-15 drops of essential oil to one ounce of carrier oil, such as jojoba oil and shake to blend.
Body Lotion: add 50-60 drops of essential oil to 16 ounces of unscented body lotion. Stir with a spoon or stirring
stick to blend the essential oil into the lotion until smooth.
Body Mist: add 10-15 drops of essential oil to a 1 ounce glass misting bottle filled with spring or distilled water.
Shake well and shake before each mist.
Liniment: add 25-20 drops of essential oil to one ounce of carrier oil, such as jojoba oil. Shake well to blend.
Compress: add & mix 3-5 drops of essential oil to a bowl of warm or cool water. Soak a wash cloth, wring and
apply.
Shampoo/Conditioner: add 12-15 drops of essential oil to one ounce of unscented or mild shampoo and
conditioner. Shake well to blend.
Hair Brush: place three drops of essential oil into the palm of your hand; rub over the natural bristles of a hair brush.
Brush your scalp and your hair.
Diffuser: add essential oils to an electric diffuser, candle burner or a lamp ring.
Room Mist: add 17-20 drops of essential oil to a 1 ounce glass misting bottle filled with spring or distilled water.
Shake well and shake before each mist.
Scent: add five drops of an essential oil to a hanky or tissue and carry with you throughout the day. Or place under
your pillow case to ease you into sleep.
Scent: add five drops to a cotton ball and place in drawers and linen closets.
Place: a drop of essential oil in the palm of your hand, rub your hands together and inhale. (Keep away from your
eyes). (A wonderful way to encourage a deep breath).
Never take essential oils internally.
Read about an essential oil before applying it.
Essential oils are very concentrated substances and should be diluted before applying them to the skin. Follow
guidelines or recipes which recommend a 2%-5% solution.
Have a recipe’s concentration of essential oils when using with children. Do not use essential oils with infants.
Do not apply citrus essential oils, especially Bergamot before direct exposure to the sun. These essential oils
increase photosensitivity.
Essential oils are not soluble in water. Make sure you dilute or fully disperse them when using water as a base.
Essential oils can cause a prickly, irritating sensation to the skin. Do not rub water on the area. Doing so will
cause the oil to spread. Apply any vegetable/carrier oil to the area; this will cause the essential oil to be absorbed
and ease the irritation in minutes.
Keep essential oils away from your eyes.
Keep essential oils out of the reach of children and animals.
If skin irritation occurs or an allergic reaction occurs with any essential oil or product with essential oils in it,
discontinue use.
Essential oils should not replace proper health care. If you are under medical supervision consult with your health
care provider before using essential oils.
These suggestions for Your Safety are not to be considered complete and all-inclusive.
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