Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils extracted from plants and herbs to treat conditions ranging from infections and skin disorders to immune deficiencies and stress. Essential oils penetrate the skin and are circulated in the bloodstream. They also affect parts of the brain when inhaled.

Essential oils are widely used throughout Europe and a system of medical aromatherapy is currently practiced in France. Aromatherapy has recently found its way into mainstream science in the U.S. The National Institute of Health in 1992 officially recognized "unconventional medical practices" and began a study to integrate these practices into modern health care. Among these is herbal medicine, of which aromatherapy is a branch.

Steam Bathing & Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy can be used in conjunction with steam baths to enhance the effects of the steam bath and create a range of added benefits. The aromas in the following recipes are placed in the aromatherapy diffuser of your AromaSpa or can be used mixed with a quart of water and used in a pan of water.

For General Relaxing Effect		Menopause Ease (General)
Clary Sage 2 drops		Chamomile 2 drops
Sandalwood 4 drops		Geranium 2 drops
		Cyprus 1 drop
Fatigue Fighter
Lavender 2 drops		Hot Flashes
Clary Sage 2 drops		Geranium 2 drops
Lemon 1 drop		Clary Sage 2 drops
		Lemon 1 drop
Mood Lifter
Benzoin 3 drops
Ylang-Ylang 2 drops
Jasmine 1 drop
Neroli 1 drop
Rose 1 drop
Sandalwood 2 drops