Aromatherapy

Essential oils are extracted from plants in a number of ways; these methods are distillation, carbon dioxide extraction, expression and percolation (hydro-diffusion).

Dec 9, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Carrier oils and bases are very important to the practice of aromatherapy. They play a large part in getting the benefits of essential oil to the body via the skin.

Dec 9, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Asking about the difference between pure essential oils and fragrance oils is a little like asking what the difference is between natural and synthetic products.

Dec 9, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Aromatherapy offers natural stress relief during the holiday season. De-stressing oils, such as Lavender essential oil, can be used in simple aromatherapy home remedies.

Dec 9, 2009 - Satu Susanna Rommi

Tea Tree Oil is a great all-natural remedy for many skin ailments and is invaluable in the home First Aid Kit.

Dec 8, 2009 - Shirley Boonstra-Rollpiller

Sweet almond oil is one of the most popular carrier oils used in aromatherapy and massage; it has a number of therapeutic properties.

Nov 26, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Aromatherapy essential oils are used in the bath, diffused or massaged to treat the emotional and physical symptoms of living with arthritis.

Nov 25, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Niaouli essential oil is a lesser known essential oil, although it is related to tea tree; niaouli oil has a number of therapeutic properties and is used in aromatherapy.

Nov 18, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

As hair stylists diversify and increase their income they are turning to value-added methods: incorporating aromatherapy and essential oils is one way to do both.

Nov 17, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Mentioned in the Bible, spikenard is rarely used nowadays. And yet this ancient essential oil is a powerful weapon against disease, stress and skin aging.

Nov 17, 2009 - Helle Hermyan

Carrot oil can be used as both a massage oil and an essential oil in aromatherapy; both types of oils are different. Learn the differences between the carrot oils.

Nov 10, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Rose hip oil is a favorite carrier oil which is used in cosmetic aromatherapy blends for the face; rose hip oil has many therapeutic benefits in skin care.

Nov 6, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

It is important to select suitable carrier oils when blending for a facial treatment.

Nov 6, 2009 - Allison Isom

Rose oil is a term which is used to describe many different varieties of rose oil; identify the differences between pure rose essential oil and rose fragrance oils.

Nov 4, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Many women experience common problems during menopause; essential oils can help to alleviate some of the symptoms of menopausal women and promote better health.

Oct 28, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

There are many skin types and conditions, depending on your age, diet and general condition and essential oils can help keep skin healthy and radiant.

Oct 21, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Using essential oils in the later years of life can help with a number of problems; aromatherapy is an aid to both physical and mental problems of advancing years.

Oct 21, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Teenage girls suffer from a number of emotional and health related problems; essential oils in aromatherapy use can help to alleviate some of these difficulties.

Oct 17, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Essential oils and carrier oils should be used and stored safely to ensure that blends do not become contaminated and dangerous to use on your skin.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

Use essential oils while you are out and about or at work to energise, relax or relieve stress and anxiety with these simple methods of use.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

Aromatherapy is one of the safest therapies for home and personal use. However, it is wise to be aware of certain safety precautions and contraindications to treatments.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

Lavender is one of the most popular and commonly used essential oils in aromatherapy for its wide-ranging properties and beneficial actions.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

Your carrier oil makes up the highest percentage of any aromatherapy or massage blend. It is important to choose the most suitable one for your needs.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

Carrier oils are the foundation of any aromatherapy blend, allowing you to dilute and disperse essential oils for use on the skin. They also have beneficial qualities.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant

Aromatherapy baths offer more than just relaxation. They are a luxurious treatment in which to indulge and create your own spa experience in the comfort of your home.

Oct 16, 2009 - Emma Tennant