What are Essential Oils?Essential Oils as described by Wikipedia is a concentrated, hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. They are also known as volatile or ethereal oils, or simply as “oil of” the plant material from which they were extracted, such as oil of clove. An oil is “essential” in the sense that it carries a distinctive scent, or essence, of the plant. The Ultimate Massage Using Aromatherapy OilsThe senses of the body tend to magnify when receiving a massage. To help give a client the ultimate massage experience, adding the scent of an these highly concentrated oils can aid in relaxation giving a soothing and calming affect. Essential oils are extremely concentrated so when using these oils, placing in foot bath, or applying directly to the skin -keep moderation of use in mind.Types and UsesBasil - breathing difficulties, colds, flu, sinusitisCinnamon - constipation, fatigue, stress, low blood pressure Coriander - arthritis, indigestion, nausea, rheumatism Cypress - hemorrhoids, rheumatism, varicose veins Dill - extreme pains Eucalyptus - arthritis, bronchitis, cold sores, coughing Fennel - bruises, cellulite, bad breath, water retention Frankincense - anxiety, asthma, stress, coughing Ginger - sore muscles, arthritis, poor circulation Hyssop - sore throat and coughing, bruises Jasmine - depression, dry skin, fatigue Lavender - acne, anxiety, athlete’s foot, chicken pox Lemon - colds, flu, varicose veins, warts Myrrh - bronchitis, bad breath, hemorrhoids, itching Myrtle - asthma, sore throat and coughs Nutmeg - constipation, sore muscles, poor circulation Oregano - infections, sore throat and cough, digestion Parsley - arthritis, cellulite, indigestion, rheumatism Peppermint - Asthma, colic, fever, nausea, vertigo Rosemary - sore muscles, dandruff, gout, cramping Sandalwood - chapped skin, depression, stretch marks Spearmint - digestion, breathing problems, expectorant Tangerine - flatulence, diarrhea, constipation, poor circulation Thyme - immune system, poor circulation, arthritis Tea Tree - infections, genital infections, acne, burns Ylang-Ylang - depression, aphrodisiac, sedative
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