
Psycho aromatherapy - is the use of essential oils
to help resolve emotional imbalances and enhance psychological wellness
and harmony. Through inhalation or the external application of essential
oils in massages or baths, the brain may be either relaxed or stimulated.
Grounding essential oils such as sandalwood and frankincense have a
calming and tranquilizing effect, inducing a general sense of well-being.
They relieve the restless and agitated mind and are especially helpful
in the relief of stress and anxiety. Stimulating oils such as rosemary
and cardamom are energizing. They can help pull you out of a funk, relieving
depression and general malaise.
Aesthetic Aromatherapy
- refers to the inclusion of essential
oils in your beauty routine. The use of therapeutic essential oils can
easily become a regular part of your skin and hair care. Some essential
oils can be used to regulate the production of sebum, an oily substance
that keeps your skin smooth and moist. Too much sebum can cause acne
in adolescence. As we grow older sebum production slows down resulting
in dry skin. Other essential oils stimulate circulation and encourage
the growth of new skin. Many oils can be applied to re-moisturize, re-hydrate,
and rejuvenate aging skin.
Therapeutic Aromatherapy - harnesses the natural analgesic,
antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, and antiviral qualities of
essential oils for healing purposes. Lavender, which contains a high
concentration of naturally antiseptic linalol, can be spritzed on the
skin during a long flight, or when the air is stale and constantly being
re-circulated. A soothing rosemary massage can relieve sore muscles
by increasing local circulation and helping to remove lactic acid and
cellular waste products.