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How Does Aromatherapy Work ?How does aromatherapy work? And why aromatherapy can enhance our life? Aromatherapy is the art and practice of using essential oils extracted from aromatic plants and herbs to restore or enhance health, beauty and well being. How does aromatherapy work? well, it depends on the method of using essential oils. Essential oils, as we know, are important part of aromatherapy. There are three method of using the essential oils ,which are :
Explanation of using those three method and how does aromatherapy work on each method : Inhalation The molecules of essential oils works when they are inhaled because, Aromatic molecules interact with the tops of your nasal cavity. And by tiny olfactory nerves located in the roof of the inner nose, those aromatic molecules are transmitted to the part of the brain called the limbic system. The limbic system is directly connected to the part that controls the heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, memory, stress level and hormone balance. This is why essential oils have such a powerful effect on our moods and general state of mind. This form of absorption is most efficient when inhaling essential oils from a tissue, diffusing them in a vaporizer, or adding them to your bathwater. Topical Topical method is use on to your skin, such as if you have a bruise. A bruise needs a topical compress, not an inhalation. Or if you have problem with your skin (like acne, sun burn, etc.). you will use topical method not inhalation. Essential oils when applied to your skin are not greasy and many of them do not leave oily marks behind. These oils are very easily penetrated through the skin and get absorbed into the bloodstream. When applied to the body, essential oils penetrate the skin via the hair follicles and sweat glands and are absorbed into the body fluids, where they not only help to kill bacteria and viruses but also stimulate the body's immune system, thereby strengthening resistance to further attack. Some essential oils increase the circulation and help with the efficient elimination of toxins, others promote new cell growth and encourage the body's natural ability to heal itself. Each essential oil has its own character and aroma, exhibiting a varying number of properties and benefits which are unique to itself, since no two essential oils are quite the same. However, we can’t directly use essential oils to our skin without dilute them with carrier oils. Essential oils are very concentrated, therefore we must use it carefully. it is best to understand how to use them safely. If your skin are sensitive, you can test the skin by placing a small amount of diluted oils to your inner arm. Do not use the oils if redness or irritation occur. Orally While tinctures are a common way of using herbs, essential oils are rarely taken orally by therapists. This could be because most aromatherapy training suggests the oral method is fraught with danger. However, many essential oils may be administered orally with safety. Oral ingestion can be an option, but only under experienced medical supervision, SOME OILS CAN BE TOXIC, and other even seemingly harmless oils should not be used under certain conditions. (If you are pregnant, or have specific medical needs). Some essential oils are listed for oral use and are often major ingredients in mouthwash and dental care product --- clove, tea tree, myrrh, thyme, peppermint. Last Word Now, we know how does aromatherapy work and how it can enhance our body and spirit. However, the results of aromatherapy are very individual specific and vary from person to person. The basic fact is that no two persons in this world are influenced by the same aromatic oil in exactly the same way and manner. What is more, even the same person can be significantly affected differently by the same oil depending on surroundings, time or mood.
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From the three method mention above, Inhalation has the most rapid effect.
