Aromatherapy is a wonderful tool that nature offers us to help us improve our health. There are a variety of essential oils that help us achieve a state of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual fulfillment. Nature has given us wonderful tools through plants, we just have to give the best use for our welfare.

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What is Aromatherapy?

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Aromatherapy is a therapeutic treatment focused on the use of natural or essential oils that are extracted from plants, flowers, herbs and trees, in order to provide us with pleasant aromas that help us in our physical, mental and emotional balance.
It is a very ancient practice used by the Chinese and Egyptians for therapeutic purposes. Its use has been scientifically proven.

Benefits of aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is used in a very varied way:

• Through the sense of smell

Mixing with water a few drops of essential oils in a diffuser of aromas, humidifiers or by means of vaporizers, is one of the most recommended methods for people with respiratory problems.

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• Through touch

By applying body massage, you can achieve a state of relaxation, relief of physical pain and emotional well-being; Eliminating muscular tensions, physical ailments, insomnia, anxiety and stress. It is recommended to mix the essential oil with base oils such as almond oil, jojoba, apricot, avocado, etc.

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• Aromatic baths

Through the use of this technique, wonderful results have been obtained that are very beneficial for the human being. Drops of essential oils are placed in a bathtub with lukewarm water, which will help to improve the circulatory system, besides being very relaxing.

• Poultices

These can be used cold or hot for muscle and skin problems.

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Here are the names of some essential oils that have the ability to help improve and balance the emotional states of stress, anxiety, anguish, depression, muscle tension, circulation and mental fatigue in the human being.
Bergamot
Ginger
Grapefruit
Lavender
Tea tree or Tea Tree
Lemon
Sandalwood
Marjoram
Mint, etc.

Precautions for use in aromatherapy

The benefits of aromatherapy are endless, however, have some contraindications that we can not ignore.

• It is not recommended to apply the essential oils in the pure state on the skin, since some can cause irritation. It is necessary to dilute in oils such as olive, apricot, almond and jojoba to facilitate their better spreading.

• Avoid contact with the eyes, or ingest.

• Avoid its use during pregnancy, since some oils can cause uterine contractions.

• In children, they should be used sparingly and under the supervision of a specialized therapist.

• Wash hands after use.

• Avoid inhaling them in cases of respiratory allergies.

• They are not exposed to the sun, some are photosensitive.

What is recommended is to use essential oils, natural and certified certificates, in order to enjoy their aroma, in order to receive all its benefits and achieve a state of harmony, mental and emotional tranquility.

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