Complementary and alternative medicines are becoming increasingly popular, and amongst the treatments available is a long standing pamper treatment. Aromatherapy oils are being used holistically to improve the wellbeing of those having a massage; we take a look at the benefits being attributed to some of the most popular oils.
Sandalwood has a deep and rich scent, often described as quite heavy. Using sandalwood as an aromatherapy oil is said to be good for both mental and physical disorders. Having a massage with this essential oil is likely to relive nervous tension and help overcome insomnia as well as lift a depressive mood.
One of the most popular aromatherapy oils used in therapeutic massage is ylang-ylang. This oil is said to be an aphrodisiac by reducing stress levels and bringing on a state of relaxation and wellbeing. Ylang-ylang is also used to treat high blood pressure, once again due to its reputation for inducing a state of relaxation.
Lavender has long been used to treat a number of ailments and is often used in first aid. It is said that it is highly effective when used for headaches, and when applied to cuts and grazes. Tea tree oil and arnica are other aromatherapy oil first aid box favourites, used for treating bruises, stings and bites. These oils can either be used diluted in a carrier solution or in a tincture. Do not use these or any other oils neat without consulting a qualified aromatherapist first.
The chamomile flower makes an excellent aromatherapy oil for use in therapeutic massage. Once again this is a soothing oil, and it is gentle enough to be used in skin care products as it blends easily with other products. There are two types of chamomile oil, one known as English, and the other more expensive German, or blue chamomile. The cost of the latter product which produces a dark blue aromatherapy oil means that it is usually used in with other products, especially for skin care, rather than used on its own during a massage.
One would be forgiven for thinking that all aromatherapy oils create a state of relaxation, but there are a few that are used for stimulating purposes. Lemon oil for example is used in therapeutic massage to refresh and invigorate. Peppermint is another oil that is used for stimulating purposes as its properties are said to be refreshing and invigorating, as well as good for the digestion.
The use of aromatherapy oils to treat ailments either mental or physical should only be undertaken by a responsible person or after seeking advice from a professional.
Sandalwood has a deep and rich scent, often described as quite heavy. Using sandalwood as an aromatherapy oil is said to be good for both mental and physical disorders. Having a massage with this essential oil is likely to relive nervous tension and help overcome insomnia as well as lift a depressive mood.
One of the most popular aromatherapy oils used in therapeutic massage is ylang-ylang. This oil is said to be an aphrodisiac by reducing stress levels and bringing on a state of relaxation and wellbeing. Ylang-ylang is also used to treat high blood pressure, once again due to its reputation for inducing a state of relaxation.
Lavender has long been used to treat a number of ailments and is often used in first aid. It is said that it is highly effective when used for headaches, and when applied to cuts and grazes. Tea tree oil and arnica are other aromatherapy oil first aid box favourites, used for treating bruises, stings and bites. These oils can either be used diluted in a carrier solution or in a tincture. Do not use these or any other oils neat without consulting a qualified aromatherapist first.
The chamomile flower makes an excellent aromatherapy oil for use in therapeutic massage. Once again this is a soothing oil, and it is gentle enough to be used in skin care products as it blends easily with other products. There are two types of chamomile oil, one known as English, and the other more expensive German, or blue chamomile. The cost of the latter product which produces a dark blue aromatherapy oil means that it is usually used in with other products, especially for skin care, rather than used on its own during a massage.
One would be forgiven for thinking that all aromatherapy oils create a state of relaxation, but there are a few that are used for stimulating purposes. Lemon oil for example is used in therapeutic massage to refresh and invigorate. Peppermint is another oil that is used for stimulating purposes as its properties are said to be refreshing and invigorating, as well as good for the digestion.
The use of aromatherapy oils to treat ailments either mental or physical should only be undertaken by a responsible person or after seeking advice from a professional.
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