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  • Using Aromatherapy on Children
    Aromatherapy
    Using Aromatherapy on Children
    Aromatherapy is a new approach to emotional well being and healing through the use of essential oils. Oils in aromatherapy have soothing effect on the body, mind and soul. A gentle hug, smile or a kiss are forms of connection, bonding between the parent and the child. A loving nurturing touch of massage on the feet, arms, hands, back, abdomen and legs is therapeutic for both the child and parent, usually the mother. Babies at six weeks of age can recognize their mother’s scent, hence making them extremely sensitive to any kind of fragrance, pleasant or unpleasant. Fragrant essential oils used during the upbringing of your child supports your little one’s health, happiness and well being. Essential oils have distinct composition determining the fragrance, color, and effect on our body. Before you introduce your child to the aromatic world of fragrances, seek advice from your GP or qualified aroma therapist. If possible, carry out detailed research your self on the oil you plan to use on your infant or child....read more
  • The Different Ways to Use Aromatherapy
    Aromatherapy
    The Different Ways to Use Aromatherapy
    There are different ways of using aromatherapy so if you think inhaling it is the only way, think again because here are a few other options. If you have muscle aches or pains, you can get a massage using one or two essential oils. You don’t even need a full body massage to feel its profound effect because you can apply it yourself especially when you have a terrible headache or have some pain in the arms or legs. You can even bathe yourself in aromatherapy oils. All you have to do is fill the bathtub and add in 6 to 10 drops of the essential oil of your choice. If you don’t have any oils, try bath salts that are designed to dissolve once this is mixed with water. For those who don’t like to apply this directly to their skin, they can also add aromatherapy oil to a hot or cold compress. To do that, you have to get a bowl and fill it with water. Once this...read more
  • How to Use Aromatherapy During Pregnancy
    Aromatherapy For Health
    How to Use Aromatherapy During Pregnancy
    It was in the 1920's when the term aromatherapy was coined by French chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefosse. He was able to find out about it by mere accident. He burnt himself while working in his laboratory. He soaked his injured arm in the nearest cold water that he could find. It happened to be a container that was full of lavender oil. Gattefosse couldn't believe that his arm healed quickly. It didn't bear any scars and he didn't suffer from too much pain that he had experienced before with past burns. From then on, he has become involved in finding out more about what has now become a branch of herbal medicine. The idea here is that certain oils that have been extracted from plants and herbs contain medicinal properties that can heal and cure various kinds of disorders. The idea has come a long way and is now popularly used in parts of Europe, North America and all over the globe. Many people can testify as to the advantages and...read more
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