Essential oils can be used to invigorate your surroundings, or to improve your mind and body.
Our sense of smell can draw all kinds of emotions to our forefront.
Oils from plants that give off specific odors are typically used whilst bathing with an aromatherapy bath product , by inhaling, massage or through vaporization.
Essential oils have sometimes been known to cause complications when used on people that have epilepsy, asthma, pregnancy or skin conditions. With this in mind, before using essential oils always consult a doctor if you believe your situation needs sound advice.
Plants used to produce essential oils are farmed or taken from the wild. Where possible, many species are carefully taken from the wild so that their overall numbers are not seriously depleted. Many farmers now grow the various odiferous plants organically as a gesture to protecting the environment.
Examples of plant products that make essential oils are:
Vergamot: This is the rind of the plant Citrus bergamia. The smell is bright, invigorating and citrus in a mellow fashion. It goes well with geranium, lemongrass or frankincense.
Clary Sage: Taken from the Salvia sclarea herb, commonly grown in France, the smell is rich, warm and euphoric with a herby, sweet scent. This sage is effective with massages or bathing, rejuvenating skin and balancing people’s emotions. Juniper, frankincense and lemon tea-tree are beneficial additions.
Patchouli: Pogostemon cablin contains the chemical extracted from its leaves where it grows in Indonesia. This plant creates a mystical, spicy and earthy atmosphere with its woody and sweet smell. Commonly used in massage or whilst bathing, this scent is designed to help soothe and relax your body. Geranium, lavender and bergamot blend well with patchouli.
Many sources of quality aromatherapy information abound in all forms of media. One of the best ways to access relevant aromatherapy information fast is via the internet, e.g. by purchasing an aromatherapy ebook .