What Oils Should You Use in Aromatherapy?
By Patti Lamb
Aromatherapy is the burning or use of essential oils on the skin to achieve a certain end result. There are hundreds of oils marketed each and every day by companies that specialize in these oils. Make sure, if you are interested, that you purchase pure essential oils and use them per the instructions. All essential oils are, for the most part, too concentrated to put right on any skin on the body and should be diluted before you use them. Exceptions will be discussed when you read the label of the particular oil. Research the oil before you decide to put it on skin in its concentrated form.
Aromatherapy is much more than just smelling something nice and liking it. There are centuries of data and results which validate the use of certain oils will have definite impacts. From stress relief, the physical body ached relief, there is probably a good chance that you will find oil that will work for the particular ailment that you are experiencing. Remember, these oils are not only good for being burned, they can be used on skin and in some cases they can be used on food. You will probably recognize some of the names of these oils when you begin to read them.
There are many documents and books available on this subject and there are some resources available on-line that you can find which will give you truly good information on what you might or might not want to use in your aromatherapy needs.
So what are some of the essential oils used the most and what are they used for? Instead of categorizing them by oil, I have categorized by desired impact with the oils that might be beneficial underneath. Remember, these are the impacts of essential oils as identified through case studies and word of mouth results; aromatherapy is still very much a source of medical debate.
Meditation Help / Lift Spirits - MyrtleWell Being/Confidence - RoseMental Alertness - Rosemary, SageSteady and Balancing - RosewoodRomantic - Rose, SandalwoodMuscle ache Relief/massage - Oregano, Pine, Cedar wood, Douglas/Balsam Fir, Black PepperUplifting/Relaxing - Bergamot, Cistus, Clary Sage, OrangeLungs/Sooth muscles - EucalyptusRevitalizing - Clove, Dill, Fennel, Lemon, MyrrhSoothing/Calming - Nutmeg, Coriander, Chamomile, Geranium, MarjoramStimulate the Mind - Frankincense, Palo Santo, PeppermintSecurity/Stability - CypressRelease Negative Emotions - Patchouli
These are some of the oils that are used for a number of the issues that, when experienced, oils are sought after most commonly. Each and every one of these oils have a much longer list of what they might help alleviate but for the most part are listed under the category they are most normally affiliated with.
One oil has been left off the list. This oil, considered the most versatile oil of the bunch is used for so many different ailments and issues that it is prudent to list all the areas where it might be used.
Lavender is the most popular and most widely versatile oil that is known of at this time. It is associated with dozens of potential results but is closely aligned with stress relief, relaxing both physically and mentally, boosting stamina when needed as well as giving energy. Its smell lends itself to many other functions and it is used by many as their primary oil for whatever ails them.
Aromatherapy is a fun, worthwhile and beneficial therapy that you might want to be familiar with especially if you have stress related issue or physical ache /chronic pain issues. Aromatherapy is also great in combination with massage therapy so talk to your massage therapist about what scent might work best for what you are trying to solve for.
The author is a former guitar teacher and life long musician who believes in the linkage of music-body-spirit and mind wellness. For more about music and other interactions with music go to http://www.AcousticPleasure.com
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