In the beginning, oils and scents (aromatherapy) were used to anoint kings, queens and holy men. In fact, priests may have been the first to market them! Today, the healing properties of essential oils are simply a given. More and more we hear about their healing natures….as an alternative to western medicine. So how do we get the most out of this enchanting gift from nature?
Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of volatile liquid plant materials, known as essential oils. Inhaling them can affect your mood or health. The psychological effects of aroma can be rapid, and may be relaxing or stimulating. Essential oils may also be applied topically to the skin and may elicit a rapid physiological effect (i.e., cooling or warming).
There are no scents specifically associated with the seasons, though certain healing oils can be linked to the typical health issues that arise throughout the year. But we can look to Traditional Chinese Medicine to understand which organs tend to be out of balance during any given season. Summer dazeThe best approach for keeping cool in the summer is a combination of essential oils and hydrolats, or distilled plant waters that can be sprayed on the face and body. Wonderfully cooling hydrolats include neroli, rose otto and lavender. One spray is refreshing. Palmarosa, sandalwood, vetiver, neroli and cypress are more cooling scents.
Year round healing oils:
Yarrow is used to reduce joint inflammation and relieve cold and influenza symptoms.
Basil is used in perfumery for its clear, sweet and mildly spicy aroma. In aromatherapy, it is used for sharpening concentration, for its uplifting effect on depression, and to relieve headaches and migraines. Basil oil should be avoided during pregnancy.
Bergamot is one of the most popular oils in perfumery. It is an excellent insect repellent and may be helpful for both the urinary tract and for the digestive tract. It is useful for skin conditions linked to stress, such as cold sores and chicken pox, especially when combined with eucalyptus oil.
Black pepper has a sharp and spicy aroma. Common uses include stimulating the circulation and alleving muscular aches and pains. Skin application is useful for bruises, since it stimulates the circulation.
Clove is a topical analgesic, especially useful in dentistry. It is also used as an antiseptic and antispasmodic.
Finally, experts warn that it is extremely important that consumers know the quality of the oils they are purchasing. Many essential oils on the market are adulterated, meaning they contain both 100% pure essential oil as well as synthetic adulterates. These synthetic adulterates not only detract from the therapeutic qualities of the oil, but can also add stress to the body.
We at Dolkar Wellness use only the finest organic, 100% pure Young Living essential oils.
ORDER NOW: www.dolkarwellness.com/essoilspricelist
Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of volatile liquid plant materials, known as essential oils. Inhaling them can affect your mood or health. The psychological effects of aroma can be rapid, and may be relaxing or stimulating. Essential oils may also be applied topically to the skin and may elicit a rapid physiological effect (i.e., cooling or warming).
There are no scents specifically associated with the seasons, though certain healing oils can be linked to the typical health issues that arise throughout the year. But we can look to Traditional Chinese Medicine to understand which organs tend to be out of balance during any given season. Summer dazeThe best approach for keeping cool in the summer is a combination of essential oils and hydrolats, or distilled plant waters that can be sprayed on the face and body. Wonderfully cooling hydrolats include neroli, rose otto and lavender. One spray is refreshing. Palmarosa, sandalwood, vetiver, neroli and cypress are more cooling scents.
Year round healing oils:
Yarrow is used to reduce joint inflammation and relieve cold and influenza symptoms.
Basil is used in perfumery for its clear, sweet and mildly spicy aroma. In aromatherapy, it is used for sharpening concentration, for its uplifting effect on depression, and to relieve headaches and migraines. Basil oil should be avoided during pregnancy.
Bergamot is one of the most popular oils in perfumery. It is an excellent insect repellent and may be helpful for both the urinary tract and for the digestive tract. It is useful for skin conditions linked to stress, such as cold sores and chicken pox, especially when combined with eucalyptus oil.
Black pepper has a sharp and spicy aroma. Common uses include stimulating the circulation and alleving muscular aches and pains. Skin application is useful for bruises, since it stimulates the circulation.
Clove is a topical analgesic, especially useful in dentistry. It is also used as an antiseptic and antispasmodic.
Finally, experts warn that it is extremely important that consumers know the quality of the oils they are purchasing. Many essential oils on the market are adulterated, meaning they contain both 100% pure essential oil as well as synthetic adulterates. These synthetic adulterates not only detract from the therapeutic qualities of the oil, but can also add stress to the body.
We at Dolkar Wellness use only the finest organic, 100% pure Young Living essential oils.
ORDER NOW: www.dolkarwellness.com/essoilspricelist
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