Aromatherapy Healing
Used for nearly one thousand years, aromatherapy healing has a long and popular history of relaxation and approval from most who receive the treatment. Aromatherapy can most easily be described as a general massage with essential oils that are added to massage lotion to help aid with certain health issues. Most people seek aromatherapy for relaxation and stress reduction as well as increased feelings of energy. Aromatherapy is also very beneficial in helping with emotional and physiological issues. The most common essential oil used is lavender.
Scientific studies have shown that aromatherapy affects the limbic system in the body, which deals with heart rate, digestion, the immune system, blood pressure, breathing and stress management. It can also help with such issues as post-partum depression, beauty and hygiene concerns. The essentials oils used may be absorbed into the skin, therefore aromatherapy uses only non-synthetic ingredients that are antibacterial. Some of these ingredients include sea salts, milk powders, clays, mud, cold-pressed vegetable oils, herbs, jojoba and hydrosols. Essential oils have different qualities and so different oils are used for different responses. Some oils are used to calm and cleanse while others are used to energize and decongest. An aromatherapy session can help with stress, depression and skin irritations. Be sure to let your therapist know if you have any open sores or skin conditions that would be contraindicated for aromatherapy. Also mention if you are overly sensitive to any of the various types of essential oils. For most people, an aromatherapy session is a wonderful way to relax and heal the body and mind.
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