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Aromatherapy Articles Guide
Our site has many articles that provide information on Aromatherapy its uses and benefits. We are continually adding to the list and we welcome contributions from visitors.

Aromatherapy FAQ's
Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oils to treat our body’s physical, mental and emotional disorders. It is often used as an Alternative or Complementary treatment to “orthodox” medical treatments.......more

What exactly are Aromatherapy Oils
Aromatherapy Oils are thought of by most people as the oils that are usually fragrant and bought in screw top, dark glass bottles from Aromatherapy Suppliers, Aromatherapists or Herbalists. The general opinion is that these oils are natural essences produced from naturally growing plant life; however like most things in life things are not as simple as that.....more

Glossary of Aromatherapy terms
There are many terms used in Aromatherapy that have specific meanings relating to the production of oils, their use and the many conditions these oils can benefit......more .

Popular Essential Oils
The Eucalyptus tree (Eucalyptus globulus) was originally native to Australia nowadays it is grown worldwide and it is estimated there are in excess of 300 species not all of which are suitable for producing the essential oil used in aromatherapy. The trees grow to over 300ft. and have highly scented, oil rich leaves and twigs......more

Preparing Aromatherapy Baths
To introduce the essential oils you have chosen for the type of bath you wish to prepare it is first necessary to mix the oils with a base oil or carrier. The best of these will be produced by what is called 'cold pressings' and if possible these oils should be from the first pressing, and are known as virgin oils .There are various base oils available some of the best being:- Sweet Almond, Sunflower Seed, Grapeseed, Sesame seed, Peach Kernel and Apricot Kernel oils.....more


10 Aromatherapy Oils That Will Help Alleviate Depression
Basil grows in many varieties but the one most favoured in Aromatherapy is French Sweet Basil. Obtained by the distallation process and has a clear and spicy aroma reminiscent of aniseed and generally stimulates the whole nervous system. Basil blends well with other oils, including sage, geranium, bergamot, orange, peppermint, neroli, frankincense, and lemon. Often used as a massage oil, in baths, as an inhalant, or as a room fragrancer.....more

Some Less Well Known Essential Oils 
Benzoin has a sweet, smooth, warm aroma, making it stimulating, warming and soothing when used as an inhalation. It is useful massage oil being warming, comforting and brings relief to aching muscles and joints the same effect can also be achieved by adding a few drops to your bathwater.
When applied to the skin as a cream it is soothing, skin protective, antiseptic, astringent and has deodorising properties.
Can be used as a steam inhalant where it is particular useful for coughs, colds, bronchial problems and also produces a calming and stimulating effect.....more

Therapeutic uses for Essential Oils in Aromatherapy
There are a vast number of Essential Oils used in Aromatherapy
Many of these Essential Oils have to be diluted and are often used in various combinations
The following article lists some of the more common ailments and the suggested aromatherapy oils that may be used to treat them......more