Benefits of Aromatherapy

The process of diffusing essential oils as well as vaporizing dry blends has been shown for years to provide a multitude of beneficial and therapeutic effects. When used with essential oils as well as botanical blends, vaporizers can help to provide a pleasant, therapeutic experience and enhance overall health and well-being. Essential oils and dry blends have been used for centuries by a number of ancient civilizations, and have more recently been studied by scientists and doctors across the globe for their therapeutic and hygienic properties.

HOW DOES AROMATHERAPY WORK?

Certain aromas stimulate the smell receptors in the nose, to the Limbic system in our brains. These triggers can cause our bodies to release a multitude of different chemicals, specifically those associated with calmness, relaxation, stress reduction and general feelings of well-being.

BENEFITS OF AROMATHERAPY

Aromatherapy has been shown to enhance overall well-being and mood, as well as improve circulation, improve digestion, encourage healthy sleeping patterns, reduce pain, strengthen the immune system, and balance hormone production. Oils and botanical blends have been shown to contain therapeutic properties, which when used properly, provide a safe and effective way to aid in stress relief and enhance mood. Additionally, some dry blends and oils have been known to help ease symptoms such as headaches and nasal congestion associated with colds and flu. The following is a list of essential oils and aromatherapy blends that are widely used, as well as the benefits they have been shown to provide.

Eucalyptus Oil: Decongestant, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, stimulant

Lavender Oil: Sleep inducing, calming, anti-fungal, analgesic

Lobelia Blend: Asthmador, purgative, expectorant

Geranium Oil: Haemostatic, astringent, cicatrisant, vulnerary

Myrrh Oil: Immune booster, circulatory, diaphoretic, stomachic

Mullein Blend: Anti-inflammatory, febrifuge, relaxant

Red Clover Blend: Detoxifier, cleanser, antispasmodic, sedative

Patchouli Oil: Antidepressant, aphrodisias, cytophylactic, fungicide

Vetiver Oil: Nervine, aphrodisiac, cicatrisant, vulnerary