A touch of cinnamon from your kitchen can connect you to a memory that makes you nostalgic as you work wonders on your emotional wellbeing. These “wonders” for your emotional wellbeing are the essence of aromatherapy.
Aromatherapy, a term coined by the French perfumer and chemist René-Maurice Gattefossé for his 1937 book on the subject, describes healing through the sense of smell.
The “aroma” in aromatherapy refers to that of essential oils that work through diffusers, bath salts, body oils, creams or massage lotions, or applied topically. Some of the most popular essential oils include lavender, lemongrass, neroli, patchouli, tea tree, rosemary, chamomile, and cinnamon. Experts believe that every essential oil has unique healing properties.
For example, lavender oil can help calm the mind and body almost instantly while reducing inflammation at the same time. Clove essential oil is said to help relieve wheezing and breathing difficulties. Basil, on the other hand, is considered to be helpful in dealing with mental and physical exhaustion. A good insecticide, neem oil is also said to relieve gas, while the aroma of neroli, which is a wonderful blend of flowers and citrus fruits, is said to help relieve anxiety and ease depression. In addition, the orange essential oil is said to be an antidepressant, with a happy and uplifting quality for the overall ambience.
Three ways to wellbeing
Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Chairman of the Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies, further explains that aromatherapy uses essential oils extracted from plant leaves, flowers, stems, bark, bark or roots that contain the plant’s prana (life force) to help our bodies help and mind.
According to Dr. Kochchar, essential oils, which change mood with their aromas, act on our emotions, memories and hormones, are used to promote beauty, health and well-being of humans in three ways:
Mind: The oils treat memory and psychological problems related to our mind, such as depression and anxiety, and treat high blood pressure while improving memory and high blood pressure at the same time.
Cosmetic Uses: The oils are used cosmetically in many spas and beauty salons to treat dark circles, hair loss, wrinkles, acne, alopecia, skin and pigmentation problems, etc.
Stress-Related Ailments: The third and most important use of essential oils is in the treatment of stress-related ailments such as diabetes, arthritis, hormonal imbalances and pain when used as a complementary form of care.
crate
Benefits of aromatherapy
Aromatherapy has a number of benefits, including the following:
· Pain Management
· Improving the quality of sleep
· Reduce stress
· Fatigue and anxiety
· Strengthening immunity
· Help with coping with depression
CRATE
Aromatherapy Tips:
· Pour potpourri into a saucepan and add 2 drops of neroli oil. This will cheer you up and relieve stress.
· A few drops of lemon essential oil in a diffuser will help fight the flu.
· Basil is an energy booster, its aroma invigorates the mind, promotes concentration and stimulates clear thinking.
· For dry skin, make a moisturizer with 3 drops of sandalwood oil, 1 drop of geranium, 1 tablespoon of almond oil and 1 teaspoon of castor oil. Apply this to your face and massage in well.
When you are tired of dealing with oily hair, mix 1 tablespoon of water with 10 drops of patchouli oil. Apply this to your scalp and hair with your fingertips and shampoo your hair as you normally would.
CRATE
Aromatherapy / Essential Oils Safety Measures
· Before using essential oils, be aware of how the various oils and methods of application affect you.
· Essential oils are very powerful. Therefore, never use them directly on the skin or near the eyes, ears, mouth or other body orifices; skin and membrane irritation can occur. Always dilute the oils in vegetable oil or water (2 drops of essential oil in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil or water).
· Pregnant women or people with conditions such as high blood pressure and epilepsy should consult their doctor before using essential oils.
· Never ingest the essential oils; they are for external use only.
· Do not use these oils beyond the prescribed dosage, no matter how much you love the smell.
Always talk to your doctor before starting any aromatherapy treatment. Remember: Aromatherapy is intended to be a complementary therapy and not a substitute for a medically approved treatment plan.
– The author is a lifestyle, travel, and food writer
to be reached at @ chand.sharmila @ gmail.com)
…
