Aromatherapy
What’s It REALLY All About?

Who doesn’t love aromatherapy? Only those who’ve never used it of course! BUT, if you’re anything like me, you can appreciate and enjoy the pleasant aroma of a scented candle, a floral spray or perhaps a sensual scented oil massage.

But did you know that scents and oils could actually be beneficial to your health and well being?

I didn’t until I stumbled across a book on essential oils some time ago. I was so fascinated and intrigued by what I read that I just had to learn more.

What I discovered is that true aromatherapy isn’t just the “smell good” stuff you can buy at your local grocery or drug store. It’s actually considered to be a form of holistic alternative medicine.

So what is aromatherapy? It’s a technique that uses the body’s sense of smell to help boost your mood, relieve stress, energize and encourage better health. It’s also used to treat certain emotional and physical conditions.

Did you know that pure essential oils are the main ingredient in true aromatherapy? Synthetic or chemically produced scents don’t carry the health benefits of essential oils.

For example, Peppermint and Eucalyptus essential oils are mentally stimulating. They can help you to maintain a clear focus. Try mixing this combination in water and then pouring it over the hot rocks in a traditional sauna. You’ll love the tingly sensation throughout your body. I certainly did!!

Peppermint Leaves	Eucalyptus Blossom

Lavendar and Chamomile have the opposite effect. If you’re feeling stressed or anxious, these two refreshing scents will help you relax. For example, a night time massage with this combination and you’re off to la la land…

Lavender	Chamomile

Need help with weight loss? There are some studies that suggest the scent of Vanilla essential oils can help reduce the craving for sweets. Burn a vanilla candle and tell that piece of cake to take a hike!

Are you feeling tired or lethargic? Try Lemon and Rosemary essential oils to revitalize your body.

This site is my way of sharing with you what I’ve come to learn about the wonderful world of aromatherapy. I’ve done the research so you don’t have to!

On this site you will discover a plethora of information, resources, recipes and much, much more. In the coming months there will also be a forum on this site where you can share your experiences and recipes with others.

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The History of Aromatherapy

The history of aromatherapy dates back as far as 6000 years and began with the Egyptians, Chinese and Greeks

Aromatherapy Benefits

From boosting your immune system to helping you relax, aromatherapy benefits you in many ways

Essential Oils

Aromatherapy is all about essential oils, the highly volatile aromatic essence of a plant

Organic Aromatherapy Oil

Organic aromatherapy oil in my opinion is your best choice if you’re interested in using the purist essential oil available.

Essential Oil Profiles

Essential oil profiles for more than 50 different aromatherapy essential oils...

Five Tips When Buying Essential Oils

Buying essential oils can be a daunting task if you’re not quite sure what to look for. Below are five tips that will help...

Carrier Oils

Carrier oils are an important part of aromatherapy and should be used to dilute pure essential oils

Aromatherapy Blending

Aromatherapy blending is simply the combining of different aromatherapy essential oils, carrier oils, absolutes, CO2s, herbs and sometimes water for the purpose of achieving different results

The Role of Absolutes in Aromatherapy

Absolutes are similar to essential oils, however it is more concentrated and contains traces of chemicals from the extraction method

Aromatherapy Hydrosols

Hydrosols are the fragrant water left over from the distillation of essential oils

Aromatherapy Diffuser

Using an aromatherapy diffuser is a simple way to distribute the essential oil scents throughout a room

Aromatherapy Candles

Nothing turns a commonplace, ho-hum room into a radiant, inviting setting faster than the flicker of a few aromatherapy candles scattered strategically throughout the room.

Aromatherapy Skin Care

Healthy, smooth and glowing skin… we all want it, don’t we? Of course we do. Aromatherapy skin care is one way to achieve it.

Aromatherapy Articles

Aromatherapy article archives

Aromatherapy Blog

Welcome to the <i>Aromatherapy blog</i>, where you'll get real-time updates on what's new to the site...

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About Me

My main purpose is to help you spend less time searching the Internet and provide you, the visitor, with a place to find what you are looking for when you think of aromatherapy

Aromatherapy Links and Resources

Aromatherapy links and resources

Aromatherapy Gift Baskets

Aromatherapy gift baskets are becoming one of the most popular gift giving ideas for all occasions. Buy them pre-made, custom made or... make your own aromatherapy gift basket!

Aromatherapy with Sauna (a great combination!)

You can use aromatherapy with sauna to create an uplifting experience.

aromatherapy and weight loss

Can aromatherapy really help you lose weight? Some say aromatherapy and weight loss go hand-in-hand

Aromatherapy Stress Relief

Controlling stress is crucial in your health and well being. Aromatherapy stress relief can be a tremendous help in that effort