Aromatherapy – how does it affect the senses and the body?

Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on treatments using essential oils for aromatherapy, and what oil will help with specific ailments?

In the case of aromatherapy The most frequently mentioned advantage of this method of treatment is the fact that natural essential oils are used, and most of them have a relaxing effect. For use aromatherapy special chimneys are used in the house aromatherapy or a few drops of oil are added to the air humidifiers. Oils for aromatherapy are natural extracts from wild plants. They are most often obtained from leaves (such as mint or eucalyptus), roots (ginger), flowers (lavender or rose), as well as bark and wood (cinnamon or sandalwood).

What does aromatherapy help?

Depending on the oils used aromatherapy can reduce many ailments. What oil for aromatherapy used for a specific symptom?

1. lavender oil – has a calming and relaxing effect. It is recommended for people suffering from depression and sleep problems. Lavender aromatherapy oil is also recommended for people prone to constipation – in this case, massage with lavender oil is recommended;
2. rose oil – it is especially recommended for women because it soothes ailments related to menstruation;
3. eucalyptus oil – has a bactericidal, refreshing and soothing effect. It is especially recommended for people prone to respiratory tract infections;
4. peppermint oil – recommended for people with upper respiratory problems. It also works as an expectorant;
5. tea tree oil – perfect for people who tend to colds frequently;
6. orange oil – sweet and bitter orange oils have a calming and soothing effect. They alleviate the symptoms of depression and neurosis, help people with insomnia and sleep disorders;
7. vanilla oil – thanks to its sweet scent, it makes it easier to fall asleep, soothes menstrual discomforts and those related to the period of menopause.

Home aromatherapy – what do you need?

To perform the procedure aromatherapy in the house you will need the right equipment in the form of a fireplace for aromatherapy. It is usually a ceramic vessel, consisting of two parts – the upper one is the vessel in which the essence is placed, and the lower one is the frame with the hole in which the candle is placed. The operation of the fireplace is simple – the candle flame heats the bowl with the oil from below aromatherapywhich we inhale, gently steaming. Remember to put the right mixture in the vessel – never the oil itself (it will be too concentrated and may be irritating). Oil for aromatherapy best to mix with water in the proportion: 4 drops per 150 ml of water. Home session aromatherapy it should last about an hour – this is the time when you should fully relax and “let the oils work”.

If we want to diversify aromatherapy, we can choose fragrant massage oils:

1. energizing massage oil Energize Intimate Earth;
2. sensual massage oil Sensual Intimate Earth;
3. stimulating massage oil Awake Intimate Earth;
4. natural sweet almond oil Optima Natura.

Another interesting solution are massage candles: the Senze Teasing Swede candle or the Senze Blissful Swede candle.

Aromatherapy in pregnancy – is it a good idea?

As has already been said, the main feature aromatherapy there is an effect of relaxation and relaxation, which is important for a pregnant woman. However, not all oils are recommended in this particular period. What smells should avoid mother came? Mainly oils: basil, tarragon, clove, juniper, coriander, parsley, rosemary and thyme. In the first trimester of pregnancy, you should also avoid oils: eucalyptus, lemon balm, chamomile, pine and lavender. However, rose or mint oil is recommended. However, every expectant mother should consult her willingness to take aromatherapy with your attending physician.

Aromatherapy – how much does it all cost?

Price list of all necessary tools for aromatherapy it depends primarily on individual preferences. A traditional, small (about 15 cm) ceramic fireplace costs about PLN 30. However, the larger the fireplace, the more expensive it is – it is not a problem to buy a fireplace for aromatherapy for up to PLN 100. Candles are necessary for this – the use of tea lights is recommended; their price is about PLN 10 for 100 pcs. It is also worth boosting the aromatic experience by using heaters with scented wax – this is an additional cost, however, 100 pcs of scented heaters costs about PLN 18-20. What about oils? These are not the cheapest, but remember that they are very efficient – lavender oil can be bought for just over PLN 30 for 15 ml.