Popular Uses of Lavender in Aromatherapy
In aromatherapy today lavender has become very popular as an essential oil that is used. It is known to do many things for people, from helping to relieve stress to the promotion of healing certain non-serious ailments. The plant itself is a small evergreen like shrub from which the oils are extracted. There are over 30 species of lavender, but the one that is used most frequently is the one named lavandula angustifolia. The oil itself is almost colorless. But the hue is detected as a pale-yellowish tint. And, the aroma is said to have an uplifting fragrance upon just smelling it.
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Thyme’s Role in Healthy Aromatherapy
Thyme has a definite role in aromatherapy. Its scientific name is Thymus vulgaris and is steam distilled. It is 100% pure organic essential oil. It is reddish brown in color and it has a slightly oily and medium consistency. The active ingredients of thyme are thymol, carvacrol, terpinene, cymene, bornel, and linalool. Thyme was used in early civilizations and both Dioscorides and Hippocrates described how thyme was used. Thyme is distilled twice to remove any substances that can be an irritant.
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Aromatherapy and Its Role in Boosting Your Immune System
Aromatherapy is a safe, natural, proven way in which to boost your immune system. For thousands of years people have been using essential oils for exactly that. There are many essential oils for you to choose from which will help protect your immune system.
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Frankincense: Its History and Role in Aromatherapy
Frankincense is highly associated with religion and spiritual practices. In the ancient Egyptian, Babylonian, Persian, Hebrew, Greek and Roman civilizations, Frankincense has played an important part in spiritual practices. One reason being that with so many people gathered in one place there were a lot of germs. Burning the Frankincense helped clear the air and protect people from sickness. Many people also believed that the smoke of the incense would carry their prayers to heaven.
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How Fan Diffusers Work in Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy works by spreading the scent of essential oils throughout our environment.
Scientists say we breathe around 22,000 times a day. That means we are inhaling 400 cubic feet of air each day. Most of us spend 80% of our day indoors. A surprising fact is the air inside might be as bad for us as the air outside! A diffuser is used to spread the scents and therapeutic benefits throughout a room. It’s an effective method and unlike methods that involves heating, doesn’t change the fragrance of the oil or destroy the therapeutic ingredients. Essential oils diffused throughout a room will give you a heightened feeling of harmony and happiness. It helps to revive your body, mind, and spirit.
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