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Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy has been around for centuries, but it is only recently that it has gained popularity across the world. The origins of this holistic healing treatment have been traced back to India, China, and Egypt, where the usage of essential oils for healing was pretty common. It was popular even in Persia and slowly gained importance in European nations such as Germany and France.
A unique form of traditional medicine, aromatherapy is a blend of both science and art. While initially it was known as just another treatment with physical and psychological benefits, thanks to its impressive effects, it slowly gained recognition in the field of science and medicine.
Let’s find out more about this unique, fragrant form of medicine and how it works to heal our minds and bodies:
What is Aromatherapy Based On?
Aromatherapy uses specific essential oils that offer therapeutic benefits. These essential oils are plant-based and are extracted from the leaves, flowers, fruits, and barks of different plants. The typical process of extraction involves steaming or pressing these natural elements to capture the fragrant compounds in them. Needless to say, it takes a lot of time, effort, and a pound of plants to create one bottle of essential oils.
Apart from inhalation, these oils are also massaged onto the skin. Massage therapists know just which oil would work to help relieve the tension in your muscles – a drop or two during the massage is all you require to relieve the pain and ease those tight muscles! The fragrant essential oils can also be added to baths, to create a lovely, soothing soak.
You also have aromatherapy accessories made with oil-absorbent materials. All you have to do is apply the essential oils to the accessory of your choice (bracelet, necklace, or keychain) and inhale its fragrance throughout the day.
Which are Some of the Most Popular Essential Oils?
We have a wide variety of flora out there and we have just as many essential oils too! Every essential oil comes with its unique fragrance and composition and has different effects on different people. For example, tea tree oil – has been used for ages to heal wounds and is now popularly used to treat acne, insect bites, and even athlete’s foot.
Lavender oil, lemon oil, peppermint oil, oregano oil, chamomile oil, cinnamon bark oil, and jasmine oil are some other popular essential oils that offer a host of relaxing, calming, and healing properties.
Benefits of Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy comes with a range of health benefits. Fed up with that nagging headache? Or worried about that upset tummy? You can always opt for aromatherapy! When used right, this healing therapy can help alleviate pain and soothe sore joints. Certain essential oils work wonders to help deal with depression, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia. Aromatherapy can also help boost immunity, increasing the body’s resistance to different viruses, bacteria, and fungus.
Quite a lot of people self-medicate when it comes to essential oils. But it is important to note that different oils offer various health benefits, and they need to be used in the right proportion too. Excess of anything can lead to side effects, and the same applies to aromatherapy as well. Some of the common side effects of essential oils include rashes, allergic reactions, headaches, nausea, asthma attacks, and skin irritation. Hence, it’s advisable to seek the services of professional aromatherapists, who are well versed with the type and quantity of essential oils to be used for any given ailment.
Summing Up
When exploring any new form of treatment, it’s advisable to observe its effects of it on our bodies. In case of slight discomfort or signs of side effects, it’s best to reach back to the aromatherapist. If it works wonders for you, there’s nothing like it! You can consider aromatherapy for different ailments too!
