As the name suggests Aromatherapy uses the power of scent to positively affect our wellbeing. Essential oils are extracted from plants, herbs, flowers and woods to treat conditions ranging from infections and skin disorders to immune deficiencies and stress.

Aromatherapists believe that essential oils, when correctly mixed, can lift your mood and affect virtually every system in the body including circulation, hormone levels, heart rate, nervous system, digestion, elimination as well as the emotional and spiritual levels. Aromatherapy oils can be quite concentrated and should not be applied without proper advice.

Popular uses of aromatherapy include Aromatherapy massage and Aromatherapy steam inhalation using over the counter preparations from healthstores and most pharmacists.

If you want to try Aromatherapy for specific conditions, you can consult an aromatherapist. Useful contact details are listed below.

Many beauty salons and spas also offer Aromatherapy facials, massage, foot massage, etc.

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