The Scent of Inspiration

Aromatherapy offers natural healing, stress relief.

Are you stressed? Looking for inspiration and comfort – something to make you feel happy, balanced or energized? Step into the world of aromatherapy. A world where you can address various ailments and beauty concerns in a natural way. A world where you can enjoy the physical and emotional benefits of this ancient healing method. A world where you can create harmony by regulating, balancing and healing your body as well as your mind holistically – as in, “one with nature.”

Aromatherapy is the use of aromatic plant oils (known as essential oils) to bring about positive changes in health, mind and body. These oils help soothe nerves, relieve pain and improve your mood. Aromatherapy is designed to treat the whole person by assisting the body’s natural ability to balance, regulate, heal and maintain itself—the direct opposite of modern methods, which are about just treating the presented condition.

By using good-quality essential oils correctly, the soothing combination of the aroma, massage, baths and other treatments all work in harmony to regulate your whole being while working alongside nature. Regular use of aromatherapy treatments and home-use products can help to strengthen the immune system and establish a preventative approach to overall health. An aromatherapist takes into account a person’s medical history, emotional condition, general health and lifestyle before planning a course of treatment.

The Facts Are In

Research is continually reaffirming the validity of aromatherapy treatments. A recent U.S. study confirmed the long-held belief that Jasmine is a powerful relaxant and an effective aid to restful sleep. Dr. Bryan Raudenbush and his colleagues at the Wheeling Jesuit University in Wheeling, W.Va, found that people who slept in rooms fragranced with Jasmine appeared to sleep more peacefully and reported higher afternoon alertness than when spending the night in a Lavenderscented room or one with no added fragrance at all. Similar research around the world has proven the wide range of benefits that can be received from the multifaceted art of aromatherapy.

Heal Thyself

Essential oils have a a wide range of healing properties including improving the complexion of your skin by stimulating cellular renewal, balancing emotions, and fighting bacteria, fungi and infection. Although not a fountain of youth, aromatherapy can help combat wrinkles and lessen the effect of puffy eyes.

When essential oils are extracted from delicate flowers, the result is a highly concentrated liquid that contains the aroma and therapeutic properties of its source. If you’re buying essential oils, it’s important to purchase them from long-established, trusted aromatherapy suppliers who specialize in clinical grade oils, and not the more common commercial grades.

Remember: Essential oils should never be taken internally, and should be kept away from the eyes and mucous membranes, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and children under 5.