Aromatherapy stands for treatment of odors. It is based on the use of natural essential oils of some plants. There are approximately 3,000 such plants, but only about 300 of them are able to provide a therapeutic effect.
In addition, it is Aromatherapy natural, more efficient and enjoyable by medicine, it also represents a minimal risk of side effects, as opposed to using the tablets and medicines.
Essential oils can have the following effects:
Bactericidal action - oil of bergamot, pine, eucalyptus, lavender, clove, oregano, rose, rosemary, cinnamon, sandalwood, tea tree, thyme, lemon.
Disinfectant action - Essential oils of eucalyptus, rose, lavender, clove, rosemary, sandalwood, thyme, tea tree, cinnamon, lemon.
Antimicrobial effect - Essential oils of eucalyptus, lemon, fir, chamomile, lavender, lemongrass, patchouli, rosemary, tea tree, thyme.
Antiparasitic action - Essential oils of geranium, lavender, lemon balm, cloves, ylang-ylang, cinnamon. Spraying indoors essential oils of peppermint, lavender, fir and rosemary, you can get rid of mold and staphylococci.
Eliminate pet odors help essential oils of geranium, lavender, rosemary, violet, lemon, cypress.
Anti-stress effect - Essential oils of bergamot, chamomile, geranium, jasmine, coriander, lavender, mimosa, vanilla and patchouli. These scents soothe in stressful situations, as well as help with fatigue, tiredness, sadness and tearfulness.
Calming and relaxing effect - Fennel, geranium, jasmine, chamomile, lemon balm, vanilla, lemon tarragon. Relaxing effect also possess: basil, lavender, mimosa, orange, rose, sandalwood, vanilla and cedar.
Remedial Actions - Flavors of fennel, ginger, arborvitae, pine, cedar, orange, mint, cinnamon, rose, gardenia, carnation, lemon to help cope with the consequences of injuries and surgeries.
Strengthening effect - Essential oils of angelica, peppermint, lavender, lemon balm, muskatnika, rosemary, verbena, cedar, lemon, tarragon.
Sensual action - Aromas of bergamot, geranium, jasmine, cardamom, mandarin, ginger, orange, patchouli, rose, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, violet. These essential oils exacerbate sexual desire, facilitate mutual understanding between the lovers.
Promoting effect - Essential oils of cedar, Chinese magnolia, lemon, fennel, orange, patchouli, cinnamon, rosemary, camphor, sandalwood. These scents promote concentration, improve memory, give courage, hard work and optimism.
Aromas of bergamot, eucalyptus, pine, cedar, lemongrass, orange, nutmeg, rosemary, juniper, lemon, cloves contribute to overcoming the difficulties achieving success.
General cultural action - Flavors that enhance communication skills, intelligence, charm - jasmine, orange, mandarin, sage, rose, juniper, lemon, cypress, magnolia, cedar, cinnamon and vanilla.
Refreshing and invigorating effect - Fir aromas, spearmint, peppermint, lavender, mandarin, orange, lemon.
Analgesic effect - Ylang-ylang, grapefruit, chamomile. In addition, ylang-ylang stimulates the pituitary hormones joy endorphins are not only soothing effect, but also a state of euphoria.
Cleaning action - Essential oils of geranium, lavender, lemongrass, muskatnika, orange, rose, rosemary, sweet flag, sage and lemon.
Harmonizing effect - Aromas of geranium, jasmine, marjoram, frankincense, mandarin, mimosa, orange, rose and sandalwood. Allow to enrich your spirit and energy, often used for meditation.
Protective action - Jasmine (for women), lemon balm, almonds, cloves, rose, rosemary, juniper, lemon, frankincense. These oils protect against envy, ill will, the people around them.
Essential oils are introduced into the human body in the following ways: internal (through inhalation, inhalation, receiving infusions, teas) and external (massage, bath, wrap, wrap).
When applied topically essential oils, it is important to follow some rules: Do not apply undiluted oil on the skin and mucous membranes; Do not use essential oils in high dosages; the first application of essential oils, it is desirable to conduct allergy tests; start using essential oils with minimal doses.
For internal use via the airways, it is desirable first to sessions not exceed 20 minutes, and tea and herbal infusions taken in the minimum dosages.
Regardless of the method unacceptable independent use during pregnancy and epilepsy. Keep essential oils are best tightly closed, in a dark place at a temperature not lower than 0 ° C or above 30 ° C.
In general, with proper use of aromatherapy can be achieved amazing results: relieve fatigue and stress, improve memory, to create the right atmosphere in the house, to confront the difficulties, become more sociable and passionate, have greater success, to cure many diseases and improve health.
Therefore, to odors cause you only positive emotions, memories and feelings, do not be lazy to spend time looking for flavors to suit you.
Winnick Olga