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 aromatherapy some time ago. I was so fascinated and intrigued by what I read that I just had to learn more.

What I discovered was 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

Lavender 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

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 aromatherapy 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.

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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

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