Aromatherapy for Common Use

Aromatherapy is ideal for home use as it is both effective and enjoyable to use. Essential oils are used by many people on a regular basis for pleasure, for health prevention and for the relief of various health problems. The following oils are very popular and you will find them in many homes these days.

Eucalyptus

This oil has a strong penetrating mind clearing smell with a sweet undertone. Most people use Eucalyptus Oil for its antiseptic and decongestant properties. It is commonly used to help bring relief from respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis, croup, sinusitis, and it helps to fight and prevent colds and flu. A few drops of Eucalyptus Oil are usually added to a vaporizer or diffuser to help disinfect a room and loosen mucus.

Lavender Oil

Lavender has a luscious floral scent with a woody undertone. Lavender oil blends well with many essential oils and has many beneficial health effects. Lavender Oil is very soothing. Its calming and sedative effects make it useful in helping with headaches, migraine, stress and depression. Lavender Oil is effective for burns and stretch marks since it promotes cell growth and helps to minimize scarring. As an effective anti-inflammatory, Lavender Oil is very helpful for muscular aches, pains and sprains. A few drops massaged right into the painful area can often bring immediate relief. Due to its many uses Lavender Oil is used in many different ways, from direct application, compresses, massage, baths, inhalations, to diffusers and vaporizers.

Tea Tree Oil

Melaleuca Oil, as it is often referred to, has a fresh, spicy piercing odor. Tea Tree Oil is very popular as it has antiviral, antifungal and bactericidal properties. It is used in soaps, shampoos, deodorant, creams, toothpaste and many oil blends due to its powerful antiseptic action. Tea Tree Oil is an effective bactericide killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and stubborn fungi such as candida and athletes foot. The oil is very good for skin problems, dandruff, lice, bites, stings, and minor burns.

Essential oils stimulate the senses and help increase our awareness and appreciation of life.

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