Aromatherapy Recipes

Finding free aromatherapy blend recipes for essential massage oil, aroma perfume, bath salt, candle, skin care, burner oil and other aromatherapy techniques can be helped be using the internet. Certain home aromatherapy recipe are included below in the links, and new ones will be added soon. Also candle making recipes for use in aromatherapy are included for your use. Hope this resource helps open you up to the wonderful world of creating special helpful blends in the comfort of your home with recipes useful for many different applications.

These aromatherapy recipes, some free others for purchase, form around the world have been used by cultures through-out the globe for ages and hopefully you can find somethings to help suit your needs. Also check out the info on scrub sugar it is an interesting aromatherapy recipe.

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Aromatherapy - More Than Just Hot Air

by Ciara McGrath

Many people have found aromatherapy very helpful in terms of their general feelings of psychological and physical wellness. Aromatherapy uses volatile plant oils in a natural form in massage, candles and other delivery methods.

Aromatherapy uses "Essential Oils". The vapors from these oils benefit many people when they are absorbed through the lungs into the bloodstream, giving physical benefit. The aroma of the inhaled oils stimulates certain receptors in the brain, giving psychological benefits.

The benefits of alternative therapies like aromatherapy are difficult to prove or disprove, but millions of people spend millions of dollars on these products and do so again and again, so they must be feeling better.

Essential oils are different from perfumes and commercial fragrances in that essential oils are 100% natural and contain no man-made chemicals, as so many perfumes do. Many people use a special burner to heat their oils to vaporize them using a tea-light candle underneath.

It is important to take advice only from an experienced and qualified aromatherapist because too high a concentration of some oils can be harmful, especially if applied to the skin. Be sure to get expert advice because some essential oils can cause sensitization or allergic reactions. Sensitization means that you will have little reaction on the first exposure, but subsequent use will cause a massive adverse reaction. Penicillin has this sensitisation effect on some people, a mild reaction the first time, but a second dose can be fatal if you are allergic to the antibiotic.

In aromatherapy massage essential oils, well diluted with "carrier oils" are rubbed into the skin. The diluted essential oils are absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream. Use of "Carrier Oils" is essential for safe application of "Essential oils" to the skin without very serious adverse reactions.

"Essential Oils" are often blended to give a greater effect than one could expect from the amounts of the separate oils.

About the Author

Ciara McGrath taught chemistry for 28 years. She has four daughters. Find more info here. For more info visit aromatherapy and massage therapy.

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Aromatherapy Basics

by Kent Sayre

It's been said that of the five senses, smell taps into one's memory bank most significantly. It's no wonder, then, that aromatherapy is so often used as a natural method people seek when longing to relax.

Aromatherapy is exactly what it sounds like--the process by which therapists use various natural aromas (plants and oils are frequently sources of these aromas) in the hopes of promoting balance and overall health to someone's life.

The practice of aromatherapy has become commonplace among holistic healers today, but it has actually been around for thousands of years. It was used in ancient times by Chinese, Greek and Egyptian cultures. The Egyptian's use of aromatherapy is similar to how it is used today, as they would extract essential oils from aromatic plants for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. Essential oils--found in all aromatic plants, such as lavender--are used in combination with other oils from aromatic plants to create the desired scent.

The term "aromatherapy" wasn't coined until 1928 by Rene Maurice Gattefosse. Gattefosse was a French chemist who dedicated much of his life's work to researching the healing processes of essential oils found in plants.

Naturally, aromatherapy does not necessarily have to be administered by a therapist, although that is one of the branches of aromatherapy (also known as clinical aromatherapy); the other two are aromachology (the study of how odors affect the mind) as well as home aromatherapy. The burning of aromatic candles or incense is a type of home aromatherapy.

There are many skeptics of aromatherapy and its healing powers, many of whom call it a pseudoscience. They argue that while aromas like lavender and rosemary may be pleasant and bring serene, ethereal sensations, there is no evidence of actual healing powers or overall medical effectiveness.

With this in mind, the electronic manual will help you separate myth from what is reality by giving in-depth detail on aromatherapy and its overall effectiveness. Some of the things you'll learn include whether aromatherapy can replace drugs, why it is effective (despite skeptics' misgivings), what aromatherapy should not be used for, what scents to use when you're looking to relax and much, much more!

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Blending for the Desired Effect through Aromatherapy Blends

by Bryan Josling

Lavender has for long been known to have stress-relieving properties. But few know that lavender when mixed with lemon and clary sage gives a much more comfortable feeling. The mixing here is called blending. Creating an aromatherapy blend is like using a number of vegetables and spices to prepare that delicious curry. Do you need to be a renowned chef to create delicious curries? Not necessarily. Just have an idea of what you want and mix in proper proportions and you are ready to serve the dish.

Similar is the case with aromatherapy blends. The desire to experiment and knowledge of oils - this is all that one will need in order to create an aromatherapy blend. Within minutes you are ready with your aesthetically and therapeutically correct blend.

When using oils or absolutes for the purpose, do the homework before. Proper research on the properties of each oil used must be undertaken to assess if they are synergistic to each other. Certain oils work against the other oil used in the blend. This means that the blend is not producing the desired effect. Use oils which enhance each oil's effect.

Always use pure essential oils in making an aromatherapy blend. Fragrant oils are available in the market. They serve only to add fragrance to your recipe. Also, because of the presence of artificial elements in the fragrant oils, the aromatherapy blend is susceptible to becoming adulterated.

Research on aromatherapy blends may demand time. Those who have found interest in blending essential oils become engrossed in the blending in the same way as a scientist loses sleep in his discoveries. And, thus they are ready to put in as much time in the blending as required.

Study well the aroma profiles of each oil. Take a blotting paper and sprinkle a drop of the essential oil on it. See and feel its effect. Note it down on a piece of paper so that you can refer to it in the future. Undertake a similar activity for numerous oils. In this manner, you will have a complete database ready with you.

Similarly, while blending note down the reactions that takes place in the properties of each oil. Any of the following three will happen. An oil will completely lose its property. A property will be enhanced. Alternatively, a completely new property will be discovered in the aromatherapy blend. A true blender is one who knows how to enhance or create the desired effect. This may take time. Sometimes, certain properties will become known all of a sudden; somewhat like French chemist René-Maurice Gattefossé who hit upon the medical properties of lavender by accident. You will not become as popular in the field of aromatherapy, but your blends are sure going to earn you a lot of praise ion your friend circle.

About the Author

Bryan Josling is working with the Horticultural Research Station in Adelaide. He has also been involved with research on plants. To find Aromatherapy essential oils,Aromatherapy Blends,essential oils wholesale visit http://www.ndaroma.com

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Aromatherapy Quiz ~ How Well Do You Know Your Scents?

by Elizabeth Smith

Aromatherapy has become a widely used term. But how well do you really know your scents and the effects they have on your emotions, mind and body? Take this quiz to find out how much you know about this ever-growing trend in natural healing.



1. You feel the need of a little morning boost to get you going. What scented lotion will help to get you on your feet?
a) Rosewood
b) Rosemary
c) Sandalwood
d) Vanilla



2. You find yourself feeling a little down and sad. What essential oil can help with these emotions?
a) Lemon
b) Lavendar
c) Bergamot
d) Sweet orange




3. You tend to feel tired in the afternoon hours. Which aroma can help you to feel energized?
a) grapefruit
b) lemon
c) juniper
d) peppermint



4. You wake in the night and have difficulty getting back to sleep. What scented oil will have a calming effect?
a) sweet orange
b) rosemary
c) peppermint
d) sandalwood



5. You have a temper that tends to flare up on occasion. Which of these oils will help to soothe your psyche?
a) jasmine
b) sandalwood
c) oatmeal
d) peppermint



6. You tend to be shy in social situations. Which scented cologne can help with your shyness?
a) bergamot
b) rosewood
c) Jasmine
d) Ylang ylang



7. You tend to overeat when the option presents itself. Which aroma can aid as an appetite suppressant?
a) lemon
b) sweet orange
c) grapefruit oil
d) bergamot



8. You often feel anxious and overwhelmed. Which scent can aid in reducing anxiety?
a) ylang ylang
b) peppermint
c) lemon
d) vanilla



9. You sleep lightly and often wake tired. Which oil can be utilized as a sleep aid?
a) patchouli
b) Clary sage
c) Sandalwood
d) Rose



10. Your sex drive could use some assistance. Which essential oil can act as an aphrodisiac?
a) Patchouli
b) Ylang ylang
c) Jasmine
d) Rose



Answers:


1. C - sandalwood helps lower fatigue levels and aids in boosting immunity.
2. C & D - sweet orange and bergamot can help to balance mood swings
3. B & D - Both lemon and peppermint help to rejuvenate mind, body and soul.
4. A, B, C & D - All of these essential oils are known to have a calming effect.
5. C - Oatmeal can soften the temper as well as your skin.
6. C - Jasmine can boost confidence by aiding relaxation in social situations.
7. C - Grapefruit oil can help those who tend to overeat.
8. A & D - ylang ylang and lemon can help reduce stress and tension.
9. B & D - Clary sage and Rose can aid in achieving a deeper sleep.
10. A,B,C & D - These scents are all considered aphrodisiacs.



Evaluate:



8-10 correct: Aroma Savvy
Congratulations! You know your scents. Stay up to date with the new trends in Aromatherapy and you are on your way to becoming a true Aroma Professional.



5-7 correct: Aroma Friendly
Very Well Done! You know some scents and their uses, but you could use a refresher course. Keep up the good work and stay in touch with your senses.



0-4 correct: Aroma Newbie
Nice Try! You may be new to the topic of aromatherapy. There are many wonderful websites that can help you to stay tuned to these wonderful scents and their uses.

About the Author

Elizabeth Smith is Editorial Assistant of Promotions and Partnerships at ModernSage.com. She is also the owner of a gift basket business entititled Crafty Gift Creations.

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