Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is a natural way to inspire a sense of well being. An unobtrusive way to evoke a mood. A pleasant way to relax. Most of all, it is a truly personal way to induce a sense of well being. Each person is drawn to a specific essential oil that has an aroma that moves him or her in a special way. A fragrance is like an imprint of the Self, when smelled, it can help you resonate with well being. Scroll down for more useful information.

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[Uses of Aromatherapy] [Precautions] [Properties Glossary] Aromaforce A Natural Way To Explore The Self Essential oils are the tools used in aromatherapy. They are fragrances distilled from plants. The use of essential oils in aromatherapy is a natural way to explore your inner wisdom and to awaken your Self. In this world of automation and bustle, isn't it nice to know that there is a natural way to help the Self emerge and to flourish. Aromatherapy uses the scent of essential oils to target certain energy paths within the body which instill physical and / or mental well being. Some aromatherapists claim that these energy paths target specific body parts. The term aromatherapy, itself restricts therapy to the use of essential oils in inhalation. Just as perfume can invoke a certain mood when worn or smelled, essential oils can induce healing as well as set the mood. Fragrance, as in perfume, affects the nervous system, this is the reason why essential oils have the effect: their smell molecules influence brain chemistry. Uses of Essential Oils Essential oils are used by aromatherapists topically, internally and by inhalation. Although many essential oils can be useful via other routes of administration, they should never be used other than for their aroma by the layman. Essential oils are very concentrated substance that have many active principles. These active principles are produced by the plant. The chemical groups formed vary according to the weather, location and time of harvest, thus every essential oil of the same botanical variety will have a potentially different chemical profile. Pure botanic essential oils are those distilled from plants, not produced synthetically, and they can vary as much as the weather. Most essential oils contain dangerous, even toxic chemicals that can cause burning of the skin, convulsions, poisoning, and other undesirable effects. Used in a diffuser or simply opening a bottle of your favorite essential oil is the safest route. The use of essential oils in any other mode should be done under the supervision of an expert. AROMAFORCE provides undiluted essential oils that have been botanically verified; that is, the source of the essential oil is determined by the Latin name of the plant. Because they are undiluted, AROMAFORCE essential oils diffuse their fragrance to a greater extent for optimal aromatherapy and energy transfer. Undiluted essential oils should never be used for any other purpose than to perfume your environment. Precautions Essential oils are concentrated liquids distilled from plants that contain many natural chemicals. Some oils are toxic or can induce undesirable neurological effects. So, it is very important to seek advise when using unfamiliar essential oils. General precautions to take: Make sure you are not allergic to the variety of plant from which the essential oil have been distilled. For example, lavender is a safe essential oil unless you are allergic to lavender flowers. Do not use essential oils other than for their aroma without the advise or supervision of an expert, or the prescribed therapy from a health professional. Always use minute quantities of essential oils (1-3 drops). Never apply undiluted essential oils directly to your skin. Do not mix undiluted essential oils in bath water, use diluted versions such as massage oils for this purpose. Check with your health professional before using essential oils, especially if you are on medication. Do not store essential oils in the sun or in hot places like the glove compartment of your car. Keep essential oils out of the reach of children and pets. Some essential oils can be toxic to cats even when diffused. It is recommended to keep diffusers away from infants and pets. A Few Ideas... Create a home spa with AROMAFORCE massage oils. You can use them in your bath, and then reapply them after your bath or shower. Power diffuse your favorite fragrance by placing the corresponding AROMAFORCE essential oil on your vacuum cleaner filter. Leave a bottle of AROMAFORCE rosemary and bay leaf oil open on your work desk; the combination aroma helps to heighten concentration in most people. A few drops of AROMAFORCE essential oil of cinnamon on a floating candle is a very romantic gesture, as the scent of cinnamon is said to arouse passion! Experiment with several combinations of AROMAFORCE essential oils to make your own personal fragrance. Place a drop or two of this mixture on designed paper napkins at each dinner setting and you will be the essence of the party! Cooking With Essential Oils Cooking with essential oils is just like using dried herbs. One tablespoon of dried spice is equivalent to 2-3 drops of the same essential oil. Some essential oils have a high percentage of terpenes that give an undesirable flavor when mixed with certain foods, so it is best to dilute your essential oils in a tablespoon of olive oil. Add essential oils at the end of the cooking time for the most voluptuous flavour. Essential oils can replace dried and fresh spices in recipes. The advantage is that essential oils retain the full integrity of their flavor longer than dried and fresh spices, so you don't have to update your spice rack so often! Turn an ordinary poundcake or box cake into a gourmet delight. Sprinkle a few drops of essential oil of lemon on the top of the cake and spread with a knife. Place almond slivers in a pan with a little butter, grill under broil to a golden color and sprinkle on top of the cake. This is a tasty cake without the calories of icing and with all the satisfying flavor of a special dessert. Make a gourmet topping by roasting your favorite nuts in a little butter (optional): mix the grilled nuts with a little brown sugar (or honey) and one drop of essential oil of cinnamon. You can add some roasted wheat germ for extra crunchiness. This is an ideal topping for coffee cakes, ice cream, even cereal. No more chopping and flaking herbs! Make your own secret recipe. In a small bottle (preferably colored glass), combine two drops of the essential oil corresponding to your special spaghetti or chili spices. For example, combine essential oil of oregano, basil, parsley, celery, etc in a cup of olive oil. You can add a chili pepper and garlic clove, and your secret ingredient. Keep this mixture on hand to include in your spaghetti or chili sauce. Barbecue oil! Combine 1 drop of essential oil of celery, basil, marjoram, and cinnamon in a half cup of olive oil. Include garlic oil or 5 garlic cloves, a tablespoon of sundried tomatoes and a tablespoon of brown sugar or molasses (optional). Brush on barbecue items before grilling. This is great on fish. For that tropical flavor add two drops of lime oil to the mixture. Properties Glossary of Essential Oils Alterative: Corrects disordered bodily function Analgesic: Pain relieving, helps deaden pain Anaphrodisiac: Reduces sexual desire Anesthetic: A substance which causes a loss of feeling or sensation Antiarthritic: An agent that combats arthritis Anticatarrhal: helps remove excess mucus and combat inflammed mucus membranes Antidepressant: Uplifting, counteracting melancholy Antidontalgic: Relieving toothache Antiemetic: An agent which reduces the incidence and severity of nausea or vomiting Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation Antipruritic: Relieves or prevents sensation of itching Antirheumatic: Helps to relieve rheumatism Antiseptic: Helps to prevent tissue degeneration and controls infection. Antispasmodic: Prevents and eases spasms or convulsions Antiviral: Inhibits the growth of a virus Apertif: Encouraging appetite Aphrodisiac: Increases or stimulates sexual desire Astringent: Contracts, tightens and binds tissues Bacteriacide: An agent that destroys bacteria Balsamic: Healing, soothing and softening phlegm Cardiac: Stimulating effect upon the heart Caustic: Burning Cephalic: Stimulating and clearing the mind Cicatrisant: An agent that promotes healing by the formation of scar tissue Cordial: A tonic to the heart Cytophylactic: Encouraging growth of skin cells Decongestant: Releasing nasal mucus Demulcent: A substance that protects mucus membranes Deodorant: Destroys odor Disinfectant: Destroying germs Emmenagogue: Promotes or assists mentruation Emollient: Softens and soothes the skin Escharotic: Treating warts Expectorant: Removes excess mucus from the respiratory system Febrifuge: Cooling and reducing high body temperature, combats fever Fungicide: Destroys fungal infections Hallucinogenic: Causes visions or delusions Hypertensive: Increasing blood pressure Hypotensive: Lowering blood pressure Insecticide: Killing insect pests Narcotic: A substance that induces sleep, intoxicating or poisonous in large doses Nervine: Reduces nervous disorders, strengthening and toning to the nervous system Parasiticide: Prevents and destroys parasites Pectoral: Helpful for chest infections Prophylatic: Prevents disease or infection Relaxant: Soothing, relieving strain or tension Resolvent: Dissolves boils and swellings Restorative: Restoring and reviving health Rubefacient: Warming by increasing flow of blood Sedative: Calming Stimulant: Increases flow of adrenaline and energy Styptic: An astringent agent that stops or reduces external bleeding Sudorific: Increases perspiration Tonic: Improves bodily performance Vasodiator: An agent that dialates the blood vessels Vermifuge: Expulsion of worms Vulnerary: An agent that helps heal wounds and sores by external application