 | Aromatherapy works with your sense of smell and its relationship to the limbic system - the area of the brain connected to memory and emotion - to restore emotional and physical well-being, but can also be used topically for medicinal purposes. By Susan Ware |
Men respond to odor and smells differently from women. While there is much we know about the impact of smell on mood and physical response, through aromatherapy, it is not known, to great extent, how men respond differently than women. By Amber Hilton |
In this chaotic world we live in, stress is present in almost everyone's life. But, did you know, taking just a few moments out of your day to incorporate aromatherapy scents can help ease tension? |&&|There are several ways to bring aromatherapy into your everyday life. By Marie Lorraine |
Our sense of smell is very well-developed, not to mention strong. Scents have a way of working on the brain to stimulate memory, relax and energize us and make a person feel just plain happy to be alive and kicking. By Anika Logan |
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There are three categories or classifications of essential oils: top note, middle note and base note. These terms describe the rate at which they evaporate, or how long the fragrance will last. By Wenona Napolitano |
Many people use aromatherapy and don't even know they are doing it. Lighting a scented candle, putting on scented body lotion, perfume or body spray, sinking into a warm scented bath, simmering potpourri or enjoying a walk through a scented garden are all forms of aromatherapy. By Wenona Napolitano |
Today fragrances and essential oils are used in many cosmetics and household products. Scientific research has been and continues to be performed that verifies the emotional and physical benefits of aromatherapy. By Wenona Napolitano |
Beware of side effects of certain oils. Many essential oils cause skin to become sensitive to sunlight. Know what you are using and how to use it properly. By Wenona Napolitano |
If you are interested in aromatheraphy, consider this your must-have list. These oils are the most frequently used oils in aromatherapy. By Wenona Napolitano |
