Aromatherapy
What is Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy is a holistic treatment based on the external use of essential oils diluted in plant carrier oils to maintain and promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Application methods include massage, aromatic bath, compresses, sprays or room diffusers.
The word "Aromatherapy" was coined in 1928 by a French chemist, Réné Maurice Gattefossé, but the practice of aromatherapy did not begin there. Aromatic plants and herbs have been used for healing since the dawn of humankind. When headaches, sore muscles, burns, coughs, skin conditions, and any other common health complaints arose, healers of the time looked to the local flora for healing.
Today, aromatherapy is practiced both as an alternative medicine and as a beauty therapy. Aromatherapy's holistic qualities provide benefit to the body, mind and spirit.
Benefits of Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy can be of great benefit in your life. Some conditions where aromatherapy can help include:
- Stress, tension & anxiety
- Insomnia
- Mental & physical fatigue
- Menstrual problems
- Menopause symptoms
- Muscle aches and pains
- Deep relaxation
- Improve circulation
- Headaches and migraines
- Digestive disorders
- Many, many other benefits
Disclaimer
An aromatherapist therapist does not diagnose illness, disease, or any other physical or mental disorder. Likewise, an aromatherapist does not prescribe medical treatment or pharmaceuticals, nor does she perform any spinal adjustments. Aromatherapy is a complementary therapy and is not intended to replace or contradict your doctor?s advice. Clients under the age of 17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian during the entire session. Informed written consent must be provided by parent or legal guardian for any client under the age of 17.