Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy has existed for several thousand years.
It is the art of using essential oils extracted from
aromatic plants to stimulate the sense of smell.

Added to a bath or a massage lotion , inhaled directly or
diffused to scent an entire room, essential oils are used to
relieve pain, tension & fatigue, clear your mind, relax etc.

Lavender is well know for its relaxing effects,
but a few drops slowly rubbed on temples can
relieve the worst headache in no time...

Essential oils can be blended to enhance their effect,
but it's very precise & impossible to do without
knowing aromatic plants well.

Except for lavender, essential oils are too strong to be used
directly on the skin, they have to be diluted.
You can add a few drops to a a fragrance free lotion.
You can also dilute essential oils in a basic oil
like sweet almond, jojoba or olive oil etc..
They can be diluted in distilled or spring water
then poured in a mist bottle & sprayed in your home.
It's an other alternative to aromalamps...

I use lots of aromatherapy votive candles.
They are regular candles with a few drops of
essential oils added when the wax is still liquid.
It is also a wonderful way to relax...

Basil - improves mood, nervous system,
memory & relieves headache.

Bergamot - uplifting and calming.

Cedar - relaxing mind & soul.

Cypress - inner renewal.

Eucalyptus - stimulant.

Grapefruit - uplifting.

Lavender - healing & wonderful stress
reliever, helps to have a restful sleep.

Marjoram - pain reliever.

Nutmeg - warming up.

Peppermint - stimulating & refreshing,
clears the mind.

Rosemary - mental clarity & memory

Sage - stress reducer.

Sweet Orange - happiness.

Tangerine - stress relief & relaxation.

Thyme - infection Free.

Rosemary is one of my favorite aromatic plants!
It is the plant of remembrance, so it's
the herb of love & friendship...

Basil blends with bergamot, sage & geranium.

Bergamot blends with lavender, jasmine,
juniper, lemon, geranium & cypress.

Cedar blends with bergamot, cypress, ylang
ylang, rosemary, juniper, vetiver & sage

Cypress blends with pine, lavender, sage,
lemon, cardamon, juniper, bergamot,
orange & marjoram.

Eucalyptus blends with rosemary, lavender,
marjoram, pine, cedarwood, & lemon.

Grapefruit blends with lemon, bergamot,
rosemary, cardamon, geranium,
lavender & cypress.

Lavender blends with citrus, cedarwood,
clove, sage, pine, geranium & vetiver.

Marjoram blends with lavender, eucalyptus,
tea-tree, cedarwood, cypress, chamomile,
bergamot & rosemary.

Nutmeg blends with coriander, bay leaf,
orange,geranium, rosemary & sage.

Peppermint blends with rosemary,
eucalyptus, lemon, marjoram & lavender.

Rosemary blends with : peppermint, basil,
pine & lavender.

Sage blends with: juniper, bergamot,
lavender, coriander, cardamon, geranium,
pine & jasmine.

Sweet Orange blends with : lavender, clove,
sage, lemon & neroli.

Tangerine blends with : nutmeg, clove,
lemon, bergamot, lime, orange & grapefruit.

Thyme blends with : bergamot, lemon,
rosemary, lavender & marjoram.

Ylang-Ylang & Sandalwood, both stimulating
create a sweet & spicy long lasting fragrance.

Juniper & Petitgrain with a touch of Basil relieve
mental fatigue & improve the memory.

Sage & Sweet Orange create a relaxing, soothing &
balancing fragrance. Used in the evening
& enjoy a restful night's sleep.

Melissa & Lavender create an uplifting &
soothing fragrance, bringing a sense
of balance and peace.

Aromatherapy herb graphics
made by Diana Lambourne
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