Aromatherapy

Beeswax Candle Fun Facts There are many beeswax candle around the world. Many with labels such as aromatherapy beeswax candles, beeswax essential oil candles and scented beeswax candles. All made from 100% pure beeswax. Candles have been used for more than 5,000 years. The earliest known candle creations were founded in Egypt in 3000 BC the Egyptians formed a candle that was made out of beeswax. Beeswax candles were made much like any other candle around. But unlike animal-based tallow, beeswax…

The use of essential oils in massage therapy plays an important role in the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness that comes from incorporating aromatherapy into massages. Aromatherapy has been used for ages to enhance the physical wellbeing of a person and has also been used in spiritual rituals. The effect of smell on the mind and the emotions has medical and scientific basis. Hot stone massage has also been practiced for centuries although it was revived in its present form by…

before you begin to use it for massages. Essential oils and other natural aromatherapy products offer a myriad of scents to enhance your sexual experience. Make sure you purchase good quality, organic essential oils. Aromatherapy General Precautions Aromatherapy is a very safe and easy therapy to use, but keep in mind that there are certain precautions: - Remember to wash your hands after applying aromatherapy massage - Do not apply the essential oils in their pure form as they may…

Part One: Humanistic perspective The perspective that I chose is the humanistic perspective to explain human behavior. This perspective focuses on self-image and relationships and motivation. These two learned traits, shape a person’s behavior for the good and the bad. Self-Image: Self-Image is how someone perceives themself. For example, an innocent girl might describe her behavior as calm and gentle in order to maintain her personal perception of being in control. While observing his own…

different plant tissues. The ancient alchemists called them “soul of plants”, because they contain numerous natural chemical compounds, from the plant from which they are extracted, that we can use as a home remedy in many situations. In fact, aromatherapy is a very old technique that uses essential oils for therapeutic purposes, both physically and emotionally. Although we can also use their magnificent properties in the field of home or cosmetics. What properties do essential oils have? Each…

unsatisfactory doctor-patient relationships. A lot of cancer wards, units and hospitals nowadays offer patients a range of complementary therapies free of charge, as part of their care. Those most commonly offered are acupuncture, massage, including aromatherapy massage and shiatsu and reflexology. Other types of complementary therapy may be available, such as homeopathy, art therapy, music therapy and visualization. Conclusion In conclusion, during the past decade the interest of complementary…

approaches to treating the symptoms of dementia, such as Aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is based on the idea that essential oils produced from plants, have healing powers. The oils are generally either applied directly to the skin, through an aroma to produce a pleasant scent, or put in a bath. Aromatherapy and massage are generally viewed as a helpful tool for reducing stress and improving relaxation. Three studies (Burns, 2002) have shown that aromatherapy works when used to treat people with…

Good essential oil recipes or essential oil blends can heal the physical body and bring wholeness and health to body, mind and spirit. What constitutes an "essential oil recipe?" In aromatherapy, when we create a recipe we are actually blending various oils together for a particular purpose. All essential oils have the power to affect us emotionally and spiritually but only those that are right for the individual at this particular juncture in their healing process will possess the subtle…

smorgasbord of natural healing options. The practice of using fragrant oils extracted from plants, roots, leaves and bark was not coined aromatherapy until the latter 1920s. Yet ancient Egypt used aromatic oils for bathing, massage, medicine and embalming deceased individuals. Now that more and more people are co-partnering in healthcare with their doctors, aromatherapy is enjoying a rise in popularity. Mainstream medicine has yet to find a definitive cause or permanent cure for fibromyalgia.…

see on the pharmacy shelves today. There are many books written about aromatherapy essential oils and their application and also giving us a descriptive knowledge of our sense of smell and why they are so effective whether inhaled or put upon our skin. One booklet that is good to begin with is Carol Corlo's book "Enhance the Quality of Life with Aromatherapy". It is only 19 pages but is a great introduction to Aromatherapy and from there is your interest is increased you can go onto some of…