Incorporating aromatherapy and corresponding essential oils into your daily life is a game changer for many people. These elements are known to speed up the healing process, boost cognitive performance, strengthen the immune system, increase circulation, and improve moods. Who wouldn’t want to experience these amazing benefits?
Aromatherapy, for many who use it, is a mix of science and art. It can be fun to blend oils together, creating combinations that work best for you. However, you must be informed before you grab random oils and start mixing to avoid negative side effects. Some of the most popular essential oils can easily be found at your local pharmacy or health food store.
Blending oils create synergy. For example, lavender oil on its own is wonderfully relaxing. When you add to it tangerine, bergamot, geranium, cypress, frankincense, and chamomile oils, you’ve just whipped up a soothing combination for an insomniac. Pair that together with the benefits of massage and you just may send them to sleepy town.
For regular use, it is important to know which oils may trigger allergies by paying close attention to your own body’s reaction. It is also extremely important to properly dilute the oils with a base oil, lotion, or water.
If you are brand new to aromatherapy, choosing essential oils may be overwhelming. Luckily, many brands have already paired oils together with handy labels explaining their specially designed outcome. We’ve also put together a list of seven popular reasons people turn to aromatherapy and some of the essential oils you may want to try. (Please note, the oils listed here are individual, not suggested blends.)
7 Common Reasons to Use Aromatherapy and Essential Oils to Try
- Relieve stress
Oils to try: frankincense, rose, lavender, bergamot, Roman chamomile - Decrease joint pain and sore muscle
Oils to try: frankincense, geranium, ginger, peppermint, lavender - Boost energy
Oils to try: lemon, peppermint - Aid congestion
Oils to try: eucalyptus, peppermint - Combat sleep problems
Oils to try: lavender, roman chamomile - Ease menstrual cramping
Oils to try: Roman chamomile, clary sage, geranium, neroli
*Try fennel for menstrual irregularities - Reduce stomach discomfort
Oils to try: fennel, ginger, bergamot
Anyone can benefit from aromatherapy. Our goal is to best serve the individual needs of our clients. If you are an overworked mom in need of stress relief, or a weekend warrior recovering from an injury, we will find the right essential oils for you. Contact us today to schedule your next session.