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				<title>Use Aromatherapy Essential Oils To Obtain Maximum Benefits</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 01:30:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy essential oils</category><category>aromatherapy candles</category><category>aromatherapy works</category><category>steam distillation</category><category>omnipotent</category><category>plants</category><category>juniper</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/use-aromatherapy-essential-oils-to-obtain-maximum-benefits</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Studying the beginnings of aromatherapy will certainly go a long way in helping you in understanding how as well as why aromatherapy works the way that it does. You will find much to choose from at the various bath and body shopping malls that are stocked with different oils as well as scented]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Studying the beginnings of aromatherapy will certainly go a long way in helping you in understanding how as well as why <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+works" rel="tag">aromatherapy works</a> the way that it does. You will find much to choose from at the various bath and body shopping malls that are stocked with different oils as well as scented items. However, we need to focus on what the ingredients of these oils are in order to understand how to get maximum benefits from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+essential+oils" rel="tag">aromatherapy essential oils</a>. <br /><br /> Does Wonders For The Way That You Will Feel <br /><br /> There is no doubting that aromatherapy essential oils will do wonders for your feelings, which will make you feel as if you have been transported from one place to a different one altogether. These essential oils are the core of such changes in feelings and thus it would be in your best interests to get to know what it is that you are spraying and massaging your skin with. <br /><br /> The main ingredients of aromatherapy essential oils are extracted from the fragrance of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/plants" rel="tag">plants</a> with the actual oil being obtained through the process of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/steam+distillation" rel="tag">steam distillation</a>, extraction as well as by mechanically removing them from plants. Aromatherapy essential oils have found use over the centuries are they used in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+candles" rel="tag">aromatherapy candles</a>, cooking flavors as well as incense, spiritual ceremonies, or for natural healing. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy essential oils are derived from plants such as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/juniper" rel="tag">juniper</a>, sage as also rosemary. However, it would be wrong to consider aromatherapy essential oils as being <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/omnipotent" rel="tag">omnipotent</a> just because they are extracted from these plants. In fact, too much of these oils can actually be hazardous to the health and so one should know the product well as well as be careful while using it. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy essential oils have a number of uses including therapy benefits, emotional as well as physical and also spiritual uses, and they are very useful also when used for medicinal purposes. You can also use these essential oils to provide relief to sore muscles as well as stressed out moods. The wonderful part of aromatherapy essential oils is that they can help heal as well as provide relief, no matter what your situation is. <br /><br /> You can rub the aromatherapy essential oils on the skin to get the most from its potency which can even permeate the blood stream and let its magic do wonders for you there. Finding aromatherapy essential oils is not a problem, as every retail outlet will be stocking such products, especially those that specialize in natural products. <br /><br /> If one makes use of a certified massage therapist, one may get maximum benefit from aromatherapy essential oils, which being pure as well as natural can really make an impact on your stressed out feelings after a hard day of work.   <bio>Ann Marier writes informative articles about family life and general health issues, Click on <a href="http://essentialoils.ultimatehealthinfo.com" >http://essentialoils.ultimatehealthinfo.com</a> to read her latest articles on essential oils and their uses. Click on <a href="http://www.ultimatehealthinfo.com" >http://www.ultimatehealthinfo.com</a> for other articles on general health issues.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy - More Than Just Hot Air</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2006 18:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>massage essential oils</category><category>aromatherapy massage</category><category>carrier oils</category><category>aromatherapist</category><category>penicillin</category><category>tea light candle</category><category>sensitization</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-more-than-just-hot-air</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Many people have found aromatherapy very helpful in terms of their general feelings of psychological and physical wellness. Aromatherapy uses volatile plant oils in a natural form in massage, candles and other delivery methods.  Aromatherapy uses "Essential Oils". The vapors from these oils]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Many people have found aromatherapy very helpful in terms of their general feelings of psychological and physical wellness. Aromatherapy uses volatile plant oils in a natural form in massage, candles and other delivery methods. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy uses "Essential Oils". The vapors from these oils benefit many people when they are absorbed through the lungs into the bloodstream, giving physical benefit. The aroma of the inhaled oils stimulates certain receptors in the brain, giving psychological benefits. <br /><br /> The benefits of alternative therapies like aromatherapy are difficult to prove or disprove, but millions of people spend millions of dollars on these products and do so again and again, so they must be feeling better. <br /><br /> Essential oils are different from perfumes and commercial fragrances in that essential oils are 100% natural and contain no man-made chemicals, as so many perfumes do. Many people use a special burner to heat their oils to vaporize them using a tea-light candle underneath. <br /><br /> It is important to take advice only from an experienced and qualified <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapist" rel="tag">aromatherapist</a> because too high a concentration of some oils can be harmful, especially if applied to the skin. Be sure to get expert advice because some essential oils can cause <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sensitization" rel="tag">sensitization</a> or allergic reactions. Sensitization means that you will have little reaction on the first exposure, but subsequent use will cause a massive adverse reaction. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/penicillin" rel="tag">Penicillin</a> has this sensitisation effect on some people, a mild reaction the first time, but a second dose can be fatal if you are allergic to the antibiotic. <br /><br /> In aromatherapy <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/massage+essential+oils" rel="tag">massage essential oils</a>, well diluted with "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/carrier+oils" rel="tag">carrier oils</a>" are rubbed into the skin. The diluted essential oils are absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream. Use of "Carrier Oils" is essential for safe application of "Essential oils" to the skin without very serious adverse reactions. <br /><br /> "Essential Oils" are often blended to give a greater effect than one could expect from the amounts of the separate oils.   <bio>ara McGrath taught chemistry for 28 years. She has four daughters. Find more information at <a href="http://more-articles.info">http://more-articles.info.</a>. For more info visit <a href="http://aromatherapy-supplies.info">http://aromatherapy-supplies.info</a> and <a href="http://aromatherapy-supplies.info">http://aromatherapy-supplies.info</a>/massage-therapy.html </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Benefits Of Aromatherapy</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 18:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy oils</category><category>professional aromatherapy</category><category>essential oils</category><category>holistic medicine</category><category>supposedly</category><category>stress professional</category><category>aphrodisiac properties</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-benefits-of-aromatherapy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[While the term aromatherapy is sometimes misused to refer to many fragranced products, aromatherapy in the hands of a trained professional is a therapeutic technique using essential oils to promote health and well-being. Aromatherapy can increase energy, trigger relaxation, and reduce stress.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[While the term aromatherapy is sometimes misused to refer to many fragranced products, aromatherapy in the hands of a trained professional is a therapeutic technique using <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> to promote health and well-being. Aromatherapy can increase energy, trigger relaxation, and reduce stress. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/professional+aromatherapy" rel="tag">Professional aromatherapy</a> is part of the larger field of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/holistic+medicine" rel="tag">holistic medicine</a>. Many aromatherapists are also herbalists. <br /><br /> Essential oils, which are the basis of aromatherapy, are highly concentrated derivatives of herbs and flowers. They contain the essence of the plants from which they come. In contrast, perfumed oils and fragranced oils are often synthesized from the plants, created in labs, or diluted. <br /><br /> A holistic approach means that a therapy deals with body, mind and spirit (energy). Only about five percent of essential oils available today are used in aromatherapy, and there are 10 to 15 that are the most commonly used. With few exceptions, essential oils should not be applied to the skin; they are best inhaled. Their aroma does the work. <br /><br /> To use essential oils for aromatherapy, only a few drops are needed. Common ways of dispensing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+oils" rel="tag">aromatherapy oils</a> are in a vaporizer, on a sachet, in potpourri, in bathwater, or in a lightbulb ring. While candles may emit fragrances thought to be therapeutic, they rarely contain actual essential oils. <br /><br /> Here are some of the typical uses and essences of aromatherapy. Bergamot is said to ease depression and anxiety (be careful if you put it in bathwater because it will temporarily make your skin more sensitive to sunlight). Chamomile is for alleviating insomnia and restlessness. Jasmine <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/supposedly" rel="tag">supposedly</a> restores confidence and decreases apathy. Lemon is a stimulant that is said to improve memory and concentration. Lavender relieves stress and depression and enhances relaxation. Peppermint helps to eliminate fatigue. Both rose and jasmine are said to have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aphrodisiac+properties" rel="tag">aphrodisiac properties</a> as well. Sandalwood helps to offset stress.  <bio><a href="http://www.aromatherapyburneroil.com" >http://www.aromatherapyburneroil.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Faq About Aromatherapy Essential Oils</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy essential oils</category><category>leaves</category><category>flower</category><category>flowers</category><category>citrus fruit</category><category>glandular hairs</category><category>tiny droplets</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/faq-about-aromatherapy-essential-oils</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Are you interested in Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is the use of fragrant essential oils in lotions, creams, baths, gels, and sprays to affect mood and boost health. Many people are curious about the components of the aromatherapy essential oils. Where do these aromatherapy essential oils come from?]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Are you interested in Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is the use of fragrant essential oils in lotions, creams, baths, gels, and sprays to affect mood and boost health. Many people are curious about the components of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+essential+oils" rel="tag">aromatherapy essential oils</a>. Where do these aromatherapy essential oils come from? How are they produced? How are they used in the lotions, creams, sprays, etc? Read on to find out. <br /><br /> Where do aromatherapy essential oils come from? Aromatherapy essential oils come from nature. They are not made in a factory out of synthetic substances. These essential oils are extracted from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tiny+droplets" rel="tag">tiny droplets</a> in the glands, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/glandular+hairs" rel="tag">glandular hairs</a>, sacs, and veins of different plant parts. The plant parts include stems, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/leaves" rel="tag">leaves</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/flower" rel="tag">flower</a>s, roots, bark, and fruit. This diverse set of sources yields a vast array of aromas. <br /><br /> These essential oils are the backbone of the fragrance of the leaves, plants, fruit, and bark. For example, when you sniff a flower the aroma that you smell is due to the release of the flower's essential oils into the air. <br /><br /> What are properties of aromatherapy essential oils? Essential oils are volatile in nature. Therefore, you need to be careful when you handle them. They can turn to gas even at room temperature so store them in a cool, dry, dark place. This volatility is the reason why <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/flowers" rel="tag">flowers</a> are more potent smelling in warmer temperatures such as summer. <br /><br /> Essential oils are water-like as opposed to being oily. Essential oils are very concentrated. For example, one drop of certain essential oils is equivalent to nearly thirty cups of herbal tea. In addition, the concentration level is also dependent upon where the essential oil is extracted from on the plant. For example, essential oils can be distilled in several places from an orange tree. The oils can be distilled from the blossoms, the leaves, and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/citrus+fruit" rel="tag">citrus fruit</a> itself. <br /><br /> How can you determine the quality of essential oils? The type of plant you have determines the quality and quantity of the essential oil that you can extract. Other factors that affect the essential oil include: soil condition, cultivation methods, and how the oil was extracted. It is best to find a reputable supplier that will inform you of their essential oil techniques and where the oil came from. Make sure you find 100% natural oils as opposed to synthetic substitutes. <br /><br /> What are other essential oil tips? Make sure that you buy aromatherapy essential oils that are housed in dark-colored glass bottles. An amber bottle is preferred. Also note the cost of the oils which can range from as little as $5.00 per bottle to $40.00 per bottle. It depends on the type of essential oil. Be wary of buying a variety of different oils that are all the same price. This may mean that the quality of the essential oils is less than desirable. <br /><br /> In addition, watch out for synthetic oils disguised as natural oils. If the bottle says "fragrance", "perfume" or "potpourri" then it is a synthetic blend and you should shy away from it. You want all natural essential oils because they provide the most therapeutic properties and have a much richer scent.   <bio>To learn how you can maximise the benefits of Aromatherapy, and increase your energy and vitality, please go to: <a href="http://www.onlinearomatherapyguru.com/" >http://www.onlinearomatherapyguru.com/</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy: New Age Fad Or Age-Old Remedy?</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2006 12:00:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy oils</category><category>herbal medicine</category><category>essential oils</category><category>ailments</category><category>based medicine</category><category>new age</category><category>aromas</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-new-age-fad-or-age-old-remedy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Aromatherapy refers to the use of essential oils that have been extracted from plants, shrubs and trees. These essential oils can be used for a wide variety of purposes. They can be used to treat medical conditions or alleviate psychological ailments. Aromatherapy oils are used as cosmetics.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Aromatherapy refers to the use of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> that have been extracted from plants, shrubs and trees. These essential oils can be used for a wide variety of purposes. They can be used to treat medical conditions or alleviate psychological <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ailments" rel="tag">ailments</a>. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+oils" rel="tag">Aromatherapy oils</a> are used as cosmetics. Finally, aromatherapy can be used simply for pleasure, to help improve your mood or to reduce your stress. The essential oils of aromatherapy have the power to affect both your physical and mental state. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy has recently been labeled a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/new+age" rel="tag">New Age</a> fad, but the practice of aromatherapy has a long history. The often negative use of the New Age label causes an unfortunate prejudice against a practice that has many potential benefits. <br /><br /> The effective use of aromatherapy requires considerable knowledge and expertise. The essential oils of aromatherapy can be applied in a wide variety of situations. They have been proven effective in treating both serious and minor ailments. Even when aromatherapy cannot provide a cure, it can improve an individual's mood. <br /><br /> We often practice aromatherapy on an everyday basis without realizing it. When we choose <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromas" rel="tag">aromas</a>, bath oils, and air fresheners, we usually choose based on what we like, or on how the fragrance makes us feel. The refreshing scent of a pine forest, the pleasurable aromas of herbs, or the many other daily experiences we have with the scents of plant-derived substances indicate that we are actually practicing and experiencing aromatherapy in many ways. <br /><br /> The practice of aromatherapy for treating ailments actually predates chemical-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/based+medicine" rel="tag">based medicine</a>. The essential oils of aromatherapy have been used for hundreds of years in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/herbal+medicine" rel="tag">herbal medicine</a>, disease prevention, and in religious and public ceremonies. <br /><br /> The proven benefits of plant-based therapies are being overlooked in favor of artificial substitutes. It's easy to forget that many commonly used pharmaceuticals were originally derived from plants. Many also doubt that something applied externally could possibly have an internal effect. But the answer to many of today's diseases has been with us from the beginning, stored in the plant life around us. Aromatherapy unlocks the power of these essential oils and applies it for our benefit.   About The Author: Visit <a href="<a href="http://www.relaxationemporium.com">http://www.relaxationemporium.com</a>/aromatherapy.html"><a href="http://www.relaxationemporium.com">http://www.relaxationemporium.com</a>/aromatherapy.html</a> to Learn the Power of Aromatherapy. To learn more about relaxation techniques, including aromatherapy, visit <a href="http://www.relaxationemporium.com">http://www.relaxationemporium.com</a> today. ]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>About Aromatherapy Essential Oil</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:20:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy essential oils</category><category>limbic system</category><category>aromatherapy oils</category><category>natural aromatherapy</category><category>rose petals</category><category>diligently</category><category>almond oil</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/about-aromatherapy-essential-oil</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Essential Oils are a high concentrate of oils that come from aromatic plants that are the used in aromatherapy. Aromatherapy essential oils are used to promote healing of the mind, body, and soul.  Aromatherapy essential oils can be used individually or with other oils to create the effect that]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Essential Oils are a high concentrate of oils that come from aromatic plants that are the used in aromatherapy. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+essential+oils" rel="tag">Aromatherapy essential oils</a> are used to promote healing of the mind, body, and soul. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy essential oils can be used individually or with other oils to create the effect that you want. But before you mix oils it's important that you completely understand how each oil works and the effect it has on the mind, body, and soul. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy essential oils are found in different parts of the plant. Some oils come from the bark or twigs, while others come from the flowers or leaves. In some fruits it is the rind that is used. For example the essential oil of the rose is found in the flower while for sandalwood it is in the wood, and for basil it is in the leaf. <br /><br /> There are many ways to extract those essential oils but they are both expensive and time consuming. It also requires a great deal of experience to ensure that you are actually capturing the aromatherapy essential oils. <br /><br /> For example, did you know it takes 220 pounds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rose+petals" rel="tag">rose petals</a> just to produce 4 teaspoons of oil? Can you imagine trying to produce these essential oils in your home? Now some people do. They <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/diligently" rel="tag">diligently</a> learn to become an expert but for the most part and for most of us it makes more sense to leave the creation of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+oils" rel="tag">aromatherapy oils</a> to the professionals. <br /><br /> Then you just buy the aromatherapy essential oils you want. Only a few drops of these highly concentrated oils. You can make up your own oils by using olive oil or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/almond+oil" rel="tag">almond oil</a> as your base. <br /><br /> Synthetic oils can be purchased for a lot less and although they smell very nice they do not have the medicinal value of the natural oils. Put simply there's no healing power in synthetic oils. It is very important that you purchase <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/natural+aromatherapy" rel="tag">natural aromatherapy</a> essential oils. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy essential oils immediately impact on our senses. When we inhale the scent our olfactory cells are stimulated and the message is sent to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/limbic+system" rel="tag">limbic system</a> which is the emotional center of the brain. <br /><br /> This is the portion of the brain that is linked to our memories, blood circulation, and breathing. The aromatherapy essential oils each have a different set of properties and fragrance which will effect each of the systems differently. <br /><br /> Different essential oils are absorbed by the skin at different rates which can ranges from 20 minutes to 2 hours so you may not always get the maximum effect and benefits of the aromatherapy essential oil right after applying. <br /><br /> Essential oils have three notes top, middle, and base note and each essential oil is described by its note which really just means how long the scent will last. <br /><br /> Top notes are uplifting and stimulating and very strong lasting up to 24 hours. The following oils are classified as top notes =96 thyme, sage, peppermint, neroli, lemongrass, coriander, clary sage, bergamot, and basil. <br /><br /> Middle notes can last up to 3 days and affects metabolic functions. The following oils are classified as middle oils =96 rosemary, lavender, juniper, hyssop, geranium, fennel, chamomile, and balm. <br /><br /> Base notes are the slowest to evaporate. They can last up to a week and have a sweet soothing scent which is relaxing and comforting. The following oils are classified as base oils =96 sandalwood, rose, jasmine, ginger, frankincense, clove, and cedarwood. <br /><br /> Combining all three notes will give you the best results but it's important to realize that when making aromatherapy essential oils that there is no right or wrong blends and there certainly are no fixed blends. The more blends you make the more comfortable you will become and the easier it will be for you to create blends that are right for you.   <bio>Get all the latest information about Aromatherapy, from the only true source at <a href="http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com" >http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com</a>. Be sure to check out our aromatherapy essential oil pages.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Which Aromatherapy Product To Use</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:35:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy product</category><category>marjoram</category><category>insomnia</category><category>almond oil</category><category>lavender</category><category>bergamot</category><category>essential oils</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/which-aromatherapy-product-to-use</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ There are so many different aromatherapy options it can be difficult to decide which aromatherapy product to use. Here are some ideas for you to try.  For the Bath:  Close the doors and windows and then run a nice hot bath to the temperature you are most comfortable with. When the tub is full add]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ There are so many different aromatherapy options it can be difficult to decide which <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+product" rel="tag">aromatherapy product</a> to use. Here are some ideas for you to try. <br /><br /> For the Bath:  Close the doors and windows and then run a nice hot bath to the temperature you are most comfortable with. When the tub is full add 20 drops of essential oil to your tub mixing it up which will cause the scent to rise from the steamy water. Now choose the right aromatherapy product for the job: <br /><br /> To relax and calm =96 2 drops <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lavender" rel="tag">lavender</a>, 2 drops <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bergamot" rel="tag">bergamot</a>, and 2 drops cedarwood.  To reduce nervousness =96 6 drops geranium, 4 drops lavender, 4 drops basil.  To eliminate <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insomnia" rel="tag">insomnia</a> =96 4 drops chamomile, 4 drops lavender, 3 drops neroli, 2 drops <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marjoram" rel="tag">marjoram</a>.  To energize =96 3 drops rosemary, 3 drops lemon. <br /><br /> For The Feet  After a day on your feet you come home with tired and sore feet that are so worn out you're sure you can't take another step.  So which aromatherapy product do you use this time? Start by filling a container that's large enough for both of your feed with warm water then add your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> and sit back and relax.  Try one of these  Add 3 drops peppermint and 2 drops frankincense  Add 3 drops peppermint and 3 drops lavender  Add 3 drops Rosemary and 3 drops lemon <br /><br /> Massage  There are several essential oils that are great for massage.  You'll just need to choose the aromatherapy product you like best. Massage with essential oils will increase the healing power while also creating a calming effect or energizing effect. <br /><br /> For massage use essential oils diluted in a carrier oil which will give you your aromatherapy product. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/almond+oil" rel="tag">Almond Oil</a>, Grape seed Oil, Olive Oil, and Sunflower Oil are all good carrier oils. Store your oil in a dark bottle. You can use a funnel to pour the oil in. For every 1 oz of carrier oil add 20 drops of essential oil and then shake well. Use your choice of oils.  Lavender is great for relaxation as well as for the nerves, chamomile is excellent for insomnia, and neroli is the right choice for relaxation. In fact all of the mixes used in the bath make a good choice for a massage aromatherapy product too. <br /><br /> There are so many different choices. You can mix essential oils however you want. You may have favorite oils that you like to use a lot and you may also have oils you prefer not to find in the aromatherapy product you choose. <br /><br /> You can also purchase your favorite aromatherapy product already made rather than making up your own. There are many great sites online that offer a full line of products for the bath, massage, home, or just about anywhere else you can use an aromatherapy product. <br /><br /> The hardest part about buying online is deciding what aromatherapy product you want. If I were you I'd put in a nice size order and fill up your cabinet with all the products you love. Then you'll have choices to fit the mood and the moment.   <bio>Get all the latest information about Aromatherapy, from the only true source at <a href="http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com" >http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com</a>. Be sure to check out our aromatherapy product pages.   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy Essential Oils And Massage Information</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 May 2007 11:29:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health aromatherapy</category><category>aromatherapy massage</category><category>clinical aromatherapy</category><category>bergamot oil</category><category>essential oils</category><category>plant extracts</category><category>absolutes</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-essential-oils-and-massage-information</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Aromatherapy is the use of the essential oils to help bring about better health.  Aromatherapy is making a positive impact in the world today, and as it becomes popular more and more people are starting to believe in the power of aroma and smell to heal illness and disease. So by using liquid]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Aromatherapy is the use of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> to help bring about better health. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy is making a positive impact in the world today, and as it becomes popular more and more people are starting to believe in the power of aroma and smell to heal illness and disease. So by using liquid plant extract (essential oils), we can change a persons mental or physical health in a very positive way. The different <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/plant+extracts" rel="tag">plant extracts</a> can be blended together to help many types of illness, including stress. <br /><br /> The three basic styles of aromatherapy: <br /><br /> *Home aromatherapy.  *Clinical.  *Aromachology <br /><br /> We will discuss each of these 3 types of aromatherapy in this article and this will hopefully serve as an overview of this topic. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/clinical+aromatherapy" rel="tag">Clinical aromatherapy</a>: <br /><br /> A knowledge of plant extracts and their synergistic effects on the body is required for making decisions in the clinical use of aromatherapy. It is very important to know the correct dosage and duration of the oil in terms of which essential oils to use for a treatment. <br /><br /> However, aromatherapy it is regarded as an "alternative or complementary treatment" to the main stream medical practices, and is not seen as valid healing science by many doctors. It is also very unlikely that aromatherapy will be used as a treatment in any major clinical facilities, It is more likely you will find it in use at some of the more holistic healing centers in your area. At this time it would probably be better to only use aromatherapy as a complement to excepted medical treatments, until the medical proof is established to enable it to be used as a comprehensive treatment. <br /><br /> Using aromatherapy in the home: <br /><br /> The name "home aromatherapy" describes the use of essential oils, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/absolutes" rel="tag">absolutes</a> and aromas in a simple and basic way. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+massage" rel="tag">Aromatherapy massage</a> is the technique often used when someone is feeling stressed and in need of relaxation, and it works. A few of the oils used in home aromatherapy are essential oils like basil oil, lavender oil, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bergamot+oil" rel="tag">bergamot oil</a> and absolutes. Absolutes are oils extracted using alcohol extraction, this helps to stop the distillation process distorting the delicate perfume, and also makes them stronger then the other oils. <br /><br /> Aromachology: <br /><br /> This is described as the study of how a variety of plant extracts used in aromatherapy actually affects the brain and the physiological makeup of the human body. Simply put, it is about how we act and react to individual fragrances and how our body and brain reacts when we experience them. <br /><br /> Also known as the basics for studying the effects smell and aromas has on human behavior patterns. It seems that some plants have a stimulating affect, whilst other plants create a relaxing affect. Aromachology, focuses and studies this to establish what the value will be to general medicine in the future.   <bio><a href="http://Aromatherapytouch.com" >http://Aromatherapytouch.com</a> for information, tips and articles about aromatherapy.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy School Will Teach You About Essential Oils.</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2007 17:59:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy school</category><category>aromatherapy schools</category><category>aromatherapy treatment</category><category>lavender oil</category><category>french chemist</category><category>intuition</category><category>essential oils</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-school-will-teach-you-about-essential-oils</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If aromatherapy appeals to you, then enrolling in an aromatherapy school would be the best way to go. They will teach you how to bring about a positive change in a patients illness by using herb and plant extracts, which are called essential oils. These plant oils (essential oils) are applied to]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If aromatherapy appeals to you, then enrolling in an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+school" rel="tag">aromatherapy school</a> would be the best way to go. They will teach you how to bring about a positive change in a patients illness by using herb and plant extracts, which are called <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a>. These plant oils (essential oils) are applied to the patients body by the use of massage, this and the aroma of the oils help to to encourage a positive change in the patients mood and illness. <br /><br /> A perfume makers discovery: <br /><br /> When first starting in aromatherapy school, students will probably hear the story about how this massage therapy was discovered. In the 1920's, a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/french+chemist" rel="tag">French chemist</a> who was working on new perfumes in his laboratory, accidentally set fire to his arm. He put his arm into some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lavender+oil" rel="tag">lavender oil</a> to put the fire out.<br /><br /><br /><br /> The French chemist discovered that the lavender oil helped his arm to heal really fast and didn't leave a scar. So the chemist spent the rest of his life dedicated to aromatherapy. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+schools" rel="tag">Aromatherapy schools</a> teach students about the different types of essential oils and what illness they help to relieve. For instance If the patient is suffering from burns, an aromatherapy student will be taught how they should use lavender oil, and also the quantity and frequency to apply it.  <br /><br /> Many aromatherapy schools believe that aromatherapy is a science and should only be practised in a professional manner by aromatherapy school graduates. Although other schools teach the student to open up to there <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/intuition" rel="tag">intuition</a> as well. Which is seen by some as being the more balanced way. <br /><br /> Some doctors disapprove of aromatherapy: <br /><br /> There are some doctors who do not approve of aromatherapy and the aromatherapy schools that teach it. They also say that all that an aromatherapy school teaches is the ability to reduce stress. They also state that there reasons are based on the lack of any real facts or figures. <br /><br /> Does aromatherapy only give stress relief: <br /><br /> Some doctors actually agree some patients may have been helped by an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+treatment" rel="tag">aromatherapy treatment</a>, however, they are quick to state, only because aromatherapy helped to ease their stress. For sure, stress can help to create a number of illness's and when stress is relieved, the illness is often relieved as well. <br /><br /> However, they also comment that aromatherapy is not as successful as traditional medicine when it comes to serious illness. This is the block aromatherapy experiences in its attempt to reach the public at large. <br /><br /> Many medical people such as doctors disagree with the use of aromatherapy to treat patients, however, many aromatherapy teachers agree that this therapy can help many patients with stress and illness. Whether doctors agree or not aromatherapy is becoming more and more popular in the US and the world at large, to the point where most major cities now have a aromatherapy school. <br /><br /> Because of this growth in popularity there are many individuals applying to be accepted in an aromatherapy school. So it seems by going to an aromatherapy massage school many doubts are being dispelled about its ability to help people with stress and illnesses.   <bio><a href="http://www.ecoholistic.com" >http://www.ecoholistic.com</a> for articles, tips and information about aromatherapy. More about an aromatherapy school  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy 101</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 24 Dec 2006 20:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>steam distillation</category><category>aromatherapy</category><category>essential oils</category><category>limbic system</category><category>parasympathetic nervous system</category><category>oil distillation</category><category>distillation process</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-101</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Aromatherapy is an increasingly accepted form of healing the body and mind through pure essential oils. Scoffed on as recently as a decade ago, aromatherapy is now used in many parts of the globe. The essential oils used in aromatherapy are products of volatile plant essences and their derivative]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy" rel="tag">Aromatherapy</a> is an increasingly accepted form of healing the body and mind through pure <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a>. Scoffed on as recently as a decade ago, aromatherapy is now used in many parts of the globe. The essential oils used in aromatherapy are products of volatile plant essences and their derivative aromatic molecules. The most common method that aromatherapy uses to capture these essential oils is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/steam+distillation" rel="tag">steam distillation</a>. <br /><br /> Essential oils, in contrast to the more common cooking oils such as vegetable oil, are very concentrated. If someone were to apply an essential oil to their skin she or he would have to first dilute it. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy uses these pure essential oils to affect the body's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/parasympathetic+nervous+system" rel="tag">parasympathetic nervous system</a> through its <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/limbic+system" rel="tag">limbic system</a>. Another positive side effect of this aromatherapy essential oil procedure is to fight bacteria. <br /><br /> Because essential <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/oil+distillation" rel="tag">oil distillation</a> using steam, other methods are hydrodistillation, cold press, carbon dioxide conversion and through the use of phytols or florasols. <br /><br /> Hydrodistillation, similar to steam distillation of essential oils, simply uses water instead of steam for its aromatherapy production. The steam, once distilled, is chilled in a dispenser especially made for this aromatherapy process. Essential oils rise to the top of the mixture during this <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/distillation+process" rel="tag">distillation process</a>. The first form of aromatherapy essential oil processing, hydrodistillation requires a watchful eye all through its production. The still must not run dry and the contents must not overheat. The result of either mistake would be useless essential oils. <br /><br /> In the third aromatherapy production method carbon dioxide gets converted to liquid from its initial gaseous state. This is accomplished by subjecting it to high pressure. The resulting liquid solvent is inert and very safe. Aroma molecules of essential oils are extracted when the carbon dioxide is liquefied. The most advantageous form of aromatherapy processing, the carbon dioxide method uses all the solvent, leaving no residue behind. The remaining carbon dioxide simply evaporates once it is returned to normal pressure and temperatures. Rose Hip, Calendula and several other aromatics can only be created through the aromatherapy carbon dioxide method. These are among the strongest and richest of aromas developed for aromatherapy. <br /><br /> The aromatherapy cold press method produces essential oils that are more vibrant that those given off during steam distillation. Orange oil spray is one of the well known byproducts of cold press aromatherapy production. Orange oil is released by scoring or zesting the skin of the fruit. <br /><br /> The latest essential oil processing method is the use of a benign gas solvent in phytols and florasols. In 1986 Dr. Peter Wilde found that these plant materials gave off solvents that could extract aromatic essential oils. The method he founded was the lowering of the temperatures of florasols. The result was a clear and free flowing oil that was free of any wax.   <bio>Dustin is owner of <a href="http://JustArticlesVIP.com" >http://JustArticlesVIP.com</a> and writes on a variety of subjects. To learn more about this topic Dustin recommends you visit: <a href="http://www.worldwideshoppingmall.co.uk/" >http://www.worldwideshoppingmall.co.uk/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy -- Using Nature's Aroma To Cure</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2006 12:50:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>clinical aromatherapy</category><category>volatile organic compounds</category><category>essential oils</category><category>sweet almond oil</category><category>insomnia</category><category>carrier oil</category><category>aromatic compounds</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-using-natures-aroma-to-cure</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Aromatherapy makes use of the essential oils from the plants and other aromatic compounds to help soothe the human mind and cure certain illness. You can do it at home with the help of essential oils, perfume and cosmetics. When it becomes a part of pharmacology, it is known as clinical]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Aromatherapy makes use of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> from the plants and other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatic+compounds" rel="tag">aromatic compounds</a> to help soothe the human mind and cure certain illness. You can do it at home with the help of essential oils, perfume and cosmetics. When it becomes a part of pharmacology, it is known as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/clinical+aromatherapy" rel="tag">clinical aromatherapy</a>. <br /><br /> Aromachology studies the effects of different aromas on human behavior. Certain aromas are believed to have relaxing effect on our mind and body. Aromatherapy includes not only the use of essential oils, but also absolutes, hydrosols, infusion, phytoncides, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/carrier+oil" rel="tag">carrier oil</a>s. The absolutes are oils extracted by superficial fluid extraction, like the rose absolute. Hydrosols, like the rose water, are aqueous by-products after distillation. Infusions are the aqueous solutions of plant material. Phytoncides are the natural <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/volatile+organic+compounds" rel="tag">volatile organic compounds</a> extracted from plants. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sweet+almond+oil" rel="tag">Sweet almond oil</a> is an example of carrier oil, used to dilute essential oils. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy can be done through inhalation. By taking baths, massages and compresses, the essential oils can be absorbed by the skin. Through oral rinses and gargles, they can be absorbed through the mucous membranes. Ingestion is another method of aromatherapy. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy causes various therapeutic effects like the antiseptic effects, anesthetic effects, and psychological effects. Aromatherapy has its effects on the central nervous system and the metabolism. For home aromatherapy, you can blend neroli, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary, nutmeg, and peppermints in the base oils and add a few drops of basil in that mixture. For bathing purposes, you can add oils like lavender, and rose to the water. Aromatherapy can heal depression, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insomnia" rel="tag">insomnia</a>, acne, joint pains, stress, cough, and other types of diseases. For the skin, aromatherapy best solves acne and dry skin problems. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy helps to enhance the skin and makes it glow. It gives a pedicure and manicure effect, and prevents skin wrinkles. The common essential oils used for aromatherapy are sweet almond, avocado, cocoa butter, grape seed, jojoba, olive, peanut, rose hip, sesame, sunflower and more. Make sure not to use ajowan, almond, arnica, calamus, garlic, melilotus, onion, mustard, wormseed, and wormwood, without proper supervision from the aromatherapy practitioner.   <bio>Sharon Albright is the owner of <a href="http://www.find-your-aromatherapy.info">http://www.find-your-aromatherapy.info.</a>. Read more articles on Aromatherapy and visit her recommended resources. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy Candle: The Basics</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2007 00:15:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy candles</category><category>aromatherapy candle</category><category>scented candles</category><category>quality aromatherapy</category><category>pure essential oils</category><category>cheap candles</category><category>candles burn</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-candle-the-basics</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you've ever purchased scented candles you know that there is a big difference between them. If you purchase an aromatherapy candle it will be scented with pure essential oils where as some are scented with synthetic fragrances.  Your aromatherapy candle is perfect for improving the ambiance of]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you've ever purchased <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/scented+candles" rel="tag">scented candles</a> you know that there is a big difference between them. If you purchase an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+candle" rel="tag">aromatherapy candle</a> it will be scented with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pure+essential+oils" rel="tag">pure essential oils</a> where as some are scented with synthetic fragrances. <br /><br /> Your aromatherapy candle is perfect for improving the ambiance of a room for any age. Create a relaxed atmosphere, a peaceful mood, a sensual mood, or maybe add a little romance to the evening. An aromatherapy candle is the perfect way to create any type of atmosphere that you want. What a great end to a perfect day. <br /><br /> When shopping for your aromatherapy candle you need to be careful because <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheap+candles" rel="tag">cheap candles</a> use paraffin but expensive candles use soy or bees wax. Manufacturers of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+candles" rel="tag">aromatherapy candles</a> take great care in making the finest candle possible with the sweetest fragrance and that does not include the use of paraffin wax. <br /><br /> There are all kinds of terrific scents to choose from. In fact there is an aromatherapy candle for every mood. You just need to know how to use them to get the maximum benefit for you and others.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Candle manufacturers recognize the demand for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quality+aromatherapy" rel="tag">quality aromatherapy</a> candles and so they have chosen to produce a wealth of different scents and fragrances. If you shop around online you'll discover there is a wealth of candles to choose so finding the perfect aromatherapy candle for the mood won't be difficult at all. <br /><br /> Although aromatherapy has been around since ancient times the term was first introduced in 1928 by Ren=E9-Maurice Cattefoss=E9 when the cosmetic industry began to use essential oils.  Aromatherapy candles followed shortly behind.<br /><br /><br /><br /> When buying your aromatherapy candles watch for good quality was, quality coloring and fragrance, natural essential oils, and wicks that are lead free. These high quality <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/candles+burn" rel="tag">candles burn</a> very slowly and never drip. <br /><br /> To go with your aromatherapy candle why not add some bath oils and body gels that are the same fragrance. In fact with little effort you can turn your bathroom into a spa. No more big spa bills for a little relaxation. <br /><br /> If you've ever thought about making your own aromatherapy candles =96 great news! They really are easy to make. The supplies are easily available online and there are also all kinds of great molds out there too so you can not only choose your favorite scents you can make your aromatherapy candle any shape you like using one of the many molds available to you. <br /><br /> Different essential oils have different qualities and abilities for the mind, body, and soul. There are more than ninety essential oils too many to list but if you aren't sure there all easily found by a quick search for "essential oils." What ever oil you choose for you aromatherapy candle just make sure it is designed to do what you want to do. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy is a powerful tool that can help you feel better both physically and mentally. You can use it from the very youngest to the very old with no worry about harmful effects.  So why not reap the benefits of your very own personalized aromatherapy candle. In fact it's great idea to have several handy.   <bio>Get all the latest information about Aromatherapy, from the only true source at <a href="http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com" >http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com</a>. Be sure to check out our aromatherapy candle pages.   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Why You Should Use An Aromatherapy Diffuser</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2007 00:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy diffuser</category><category>aromatherapy diffusers</category><category>essential oils</category><category>chemical fragrances</category><category>natural fragrances</category><category>beneficial</category><category>glass bowl</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-you-should-use-an-aromatherapy-diffuser</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Now more than any time in history except for ancient times we are focused on natural medicines, alternative treatments, and ways to treat our mind, body, and soul which is why you should use an aromatherapy diffuser.  It's a common practice of western medicine to treat the symptoms of the injury]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Now more than any time in history except for ancient times we are focused on natural medicines, alternative treatments, and ways to treat our mind, body, and soul which is why you should use an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+diffuser" rel="tag">aromatherapy diffuser</a>. <br /><br /> It's a common practice of western medicine to treat the symptoms of the injury or illness with little regard for the person as a whole which could certainly be <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/beneficial" rel="tag">beneficial</a>. We've also come to realize that fragrances can directly affect our mood making us feel relaxed or revving us up and giving us that second wind which is why an aromatherapy diffuser should be in every home. <br /><br /> Just look around your local grocery store and we've have all kinds of different products that are vying for your money all being advertised as ways to affect your mood or the atmosphere of the room. The trouble is these products do not use natural <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> like an aromatherapy diffuser does.<br /><br /><br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/chemical+fragrances" rel="tag">Chemical fragrances</a> do not respond to the body the same way <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/natural+fragrances" rel="tag">natural fragrances</a> do even though the manufacturers of these products would like you to think so. Your aromatherapy diffuser is a device that you use to spread the natural essential oils through the air in your home there by giving you their full benefit from inhalation through the skin and through breathing. <br /><br /> There are a variety of different <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+diffusers" rel="tag">aromatherapy diffusers</a> to choose from. They come from as small as one that will fit in your purse to one that will feed an entire spa. Choose an aromatherapy diffuser that meets your personal needs. The size matters not =96 what they need to do is disperse the essential oils throughout the room creating the mood that you desire.<br /><br /><br /><br /> You can even make your own diffuser by using a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/glass+bowl" rel="tag">glass bowl</a> that is about 6" in diameter and fairly deep. Fill the bowl half full of boiling water, then add anywhere from 10 to 20 drops of your favorite essential oils into the water. The oils you choose are a personal taste.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Another really easy way of making an aromatherapy diffuser is to use of those candles that come in a jar but make sure it is non scented. Light the candle and let it burn until there is some melted wax then just add your essential oils and about the same number of drops as you did in the bowl. Once the oil mixes with the hot melted wax your oils will waft through the air and you have a very cheap aromatherapy diffuser.<br /><br /><br /><br /> There are just so many different choices so don't think you have to spend a bundle. You just need to do a little shopping online and you can own as many different diffusers as you like.  Consider putting one in each room with a different fragrance. <br /><br /> Choose fragrances to fit the mood you want to create. There are more than 90 essential oils to choose from to put in your aromatherapy diffuser. Some will relax you, some will invigorate you, some will set the mood for a little romance, some will set the mood for a kitchen feast, and some will have so much therapeutic value it will amaze you.   <bio>Get all the latest information about Aromatherapy, from the only true source at <a href="http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com" >http://www.myaromatherapyinfo.com</a>. Be sure to check out our aromatherapy diffuser pages.   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Basics of Aromatherapy</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:44:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>important decisions</category><category>gargle</category><category>bath water</category><category>respiratory problems</category><category>alternative medicine</category><category>essential oils</category><category>colic</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-basics-of-aromatherapy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Aromatherapy is a type of alternative medicine that gets your physical and mental being into balance with each other. When they are both going in different directions then it is very difficult look and feel your very best. It can be hard to concentrate and to make important decisions. Even getting]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Aromatherapy is a type of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/alternative+medicine" rel="tag">alternative medicine</a> that gets your physical and mental being into balance with each other. When they are both going in different directions then it is very difficult look and feel your very best. It can be hard to concentrate and to make <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/important+decisions" rel="tag">important decisions</a>. Even getting a good night of rest can be hard.<br><br>The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> that are used for aromatherapy come from plants that have been grown around the world for centuries. The use of them is nothing new but it seems that with the use of the internet there is more information about it readily available. Those that are interested can read about what types of essential oils to use for particular ailments. They can also learn the right amounts to use so they get the most benefits.<br><br>There are several ways in which you can use these essential oils. A popular one is to have them rubbed into your neck, back, and shoulders. The tensions will be released from your body as well aches and pains. The scents will help your mental well being as all of this is going on with your body. Getting a massage from an expert will provide you with the best results. However, even getting one at home from your partner will offer plenty of benefits.<br><br>They can be added to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bath+water" rel="tag">bath water</a> to help you relax and unwind before bed. Do you have tired and achy feet? With the use of aromatherapy you can feel rejuvenated and better on your feet than you have for a very long time. Aromatherapy candles or just the oils heated and then released into the air is also very helpful.<br><br>Some types of aromatherapy can help with various medical needs as well. For example many children and adults find they can get relief from asthma and allergies using certain types of essential oils. Others have been used to keep a sore throat and various types of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/respiratory+problems" rel="tag">respiratory problems</a> under control. They are used as a type of rinse that you <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gargle" rel="tag">gargle</a> with and then spit out.<br><br>Many parents prefer to use these essential oils for their children than products that can be harsh and irritating. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/colic" rel="tag">Colic</a> is a very common ailment in babies where they get stomach cramps and cry. It can be devastating for their parents to deal with as well. Certain essential oils can help to remedy it though. There are also those that help with dry skin, coughs, and allergies. They won't make your child drowsy either like many of those over the counter medications tend to do.<br><br>There are plenty of ways in which you can benefit from the use of aromatherapy. There is no reason why you can't look and feel your very best all the time. Make sure you read the information about the essential oils carefully. You don't want to use one that is to give you energy and revitalize you when you really want one to help remove stress and help you to drift off to sleep for the night!<bio>Cindy Browne loves everything to do with alternative health and is an author of articles about <a href="http://aromatherapy.youraltmed.org">aromatherapy</a>. Visit her site for more information on <a href="http://www.naturallyhealthieryou.com">getting healthy</a>.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy Kits</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2007 17:52:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy products</category><category>aromatherapy kit</category><category>aromatherapy kits</category><category>aromatherapy techniques</category><category>ailments</category><category>scents</category><category>relieve stress</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-kits</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Aromatherapy has for many years been used to help treat patients for a variety of ailments. The basic concept is simple. Aromatherapy employees the basic sense of smell to promote healing and improve state of mind. An aroma therapist will use a number of essential oils that are known to have]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Aromatherapy has for many years been used to help treat patients for a variety of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ailments" rel="tag">ailments</a>. The basic concept is simple. Aromatherapy employees the basic sense of smell to promote healing and improve state of mind. An aroma therapist will use a number of essential oils that are known to have positive effects on various ailments. In essence, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+kit" rel="tag">aromatherapy kit</a> is much like the old black bag doctors used to carry around when they made house calls. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+kits" rel="tag">Aromatherapy kits</a> may be found where most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+products" rel="tag">aromatherapy products</a> are sold. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/scents" rel="tag">Scents</a> <br /><br /> An aromatherapy kit will contain a variety of oils made from various plants. The aroma therapist select which oils or scents should be used at various times of the day in order to promote a state of relaxation and to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/relieve+stress" rel="tag">relieve stress</a>. The idea is to help the patient to relax as much as possible so that that they may meditate and promote internal healing. According to the science of aromatherapy this is where the healing begins. Stress is the most common cause of many of today's ailments. The theory is that using the correct oils in the aromatherapy kit, will assist the patient treat the condition while meditating. <br /><br /> Use of Aromatherapy <br /><br /> Aromatherapy may be used everyday by everyone. Aromatherapy products and kits are available through regular retail channels without the need for prescriptions. and professional training is not required. Information on aromatherapy, techniques, and scents is readily available and easy to obtain. Another common place to find aromatherapy kits and even aromatherapy training is by visiting stores that specialize in homeopathic treatments as they will often include aromatherapy products in their product lines. Of course aromatherapy products may also be found online at various shopping and auction web sites. Aromatherapy is becoming more and more popular over time and is an effective method of using one's own sense of smell to promote healing and improve mood.   <bio>Kerry Ng is a successful Webmaster and publisher of The Aromatherapy Blog. Click here for more helpful information on Aromatherapy: <a href="http://www.aromatherapyinfoblog.com" >http://www.aromatherapyinfoblog.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Lavender Oil Aromatherapy</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2006 04:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>lavender oil</category><category>aromatherapy oils</category><category>infused oils</category><category>sweet almond oil</category><category>grape seed oil</category><category>lavendula officinalis</category><category>hydrosols</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/lavender-oil-aromatherapy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are many types of oils used in relation to aromatherapy, all different in order to achieve different effects. Aromatherapy oils are most commonly divided into several different categories. These categories include:  * essential oils  * absolutes  * floral waters (hydrosols)  * resins  *]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There are many types of oils used in relation to aromatherapy, all different in order to achieve different effects. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+oils" rel="tag">Aromatherapy oils</a> are most commonly divided into several different categories. These categories include: <br /><br /> * essential oils  * absolutes  * floral waters (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hydrosols" rel="tag">hydrosols</a>)  * resins  * carrier oils  * <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/infused+oils" rel="tag">infused oils</a> <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lavender+oil" rel="tag">Lavender oil</a> aromatherapy falls into the first category listed, the essential oils category. <br /><br /> Lavender oil aromatherapy is a liquid most often distilled from the purple blossoms of the lavender plant, or also known as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lavendula+officinalis" rel="tag">lavendula officinalis</a>. Lavender oil is usually extracted by using a delicate process involving water or steam. Being extracted this way, lavender oil aromatherapy most often captures the absolute essence of the lavender plant itself. It is normally so highly concentrated that a few drops is all that is necessary to reap lavender oil's full therapeutic benefits. <br /><br /> The appearance of lavender oil is normally clear, with just a hint of yellow. With it being called lavender oil, one may think it is an oily substance. However, despite it's name, lavender oil aromatherapy is not oily. To the contrary, the consistency of lavender oil aromatherapy is one of the thinnest among all of the other essential oils. <br /><br /> Because the consistency of lavender oil aromatherapy is so thin, the smell of this scent only goes to a medium level. However, once the medium scent starts to settle in the air, lavender oil aromatherapy can be one of the most relaxing scents there is. It is not too strong, and it is not too light. Lavender oil aromatherapy smells very fresh, as well as sweet, with just a twist of a floral aroma. Some people think lavender oil also smells a little fruity. <br /><br /> As with most aromatherapy oils, lavender oil aromatherapy is most often used by diluting it with carrier oils. These carrier oils can include: <br /><br /> * <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sweet+almond+oil" rel="tag">sweet almond oil</a>  * apricot kernel oil  * <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/grape+seed+oil" rel="tag">grape seed oil</a> <br /><br /> Once the oils are blended, they are usually applied to the skin for the best adsorbtion. <br /><br /> In addition to applying lavender oil aromatherapy to the skin, it may also be used by careful inhalation. Once the lavender oil molecules enter the lungs, these oils can then be absorbed into the bloodstream. This will provide you with the therapeutic benefits you need to soothe whatever ailments you may be experiencing. <br /><br /> There are a wide variety of ailments that lavender oil aromatherapy may help treat. Some of these health issues can include: <br /><br /> * acne  * allergies  * anxiety  * asthma  * athlete's foot <br /><br /> Lavender oil aromatherapy can also help treat ailments such as bruises, burns, colic and chicken pox. Those with cuts, who are suffering with depression, or have an earache may also benefit from the therapeutic benefits of lavender oil aromatherapy. Other possible uses for this healthy oil can include headache treatment, treatment of hypertension, as an insect repellant, to relieve itching, to help reduce labor pains, to treat oily skin, skin scarring, stretch marks, as well as to treat whooping cough.  <bio>Sarah Thomas provides articles on wellness and health <a href="http://www.aromatherapy-zine.com" >http://www.aromatherapy-zine.com</a>. You can find more of her work at the sites <a href="http://www.blackteacentral.com" >http://www.blackteacentral.com</a> and <a href="http://www.aromatherapy-planet.com" >http://www.aromatherapy-planet.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Tisserand Tinctures For Total Well Being</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 24 Dec 2006 20:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>tisserand aromatherapy</category><category>aromatherapy products</category><category>aromatherapy oils</category><category>aromatherapy research</category><category>robert tisserand</category><category>tisserand institute</category><category>essential oil safety</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tisserand-tinctures-for-total-well-being</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Tisserand Aromatherapy, highly acclaimed and internationally renowned, is the work of founder and aromatherapy pioneer Robert Tisserand. Launched in 1969, Tisserand's health care practice didn't introduce aromatherapy until 1974. Tisserand Aromatherapy was the first to market with aromatic products]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tisserand+aromatherapy" rel="tag">Tisserand Aromatherapy</a>, highly acclaimed and internationally renowned, is the work of founder and aromatherapy pioneer <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/robert+tisserand" rel="tag">Robert Tisserand</a>. Launched in 1969, Tisserand's health care practice didn't introduce aromatherapy until 1974. Tisserand Aromatherapy was the first to market with aromatic products and essential oils for the then-controversial aromatherapy process. The first book on aromatherapy was written by Robert Tisserand in English in 1977. It was titled The Art of Aromatherapy and soon became the bible of the now-acclaimed aromatherapy health care method. Later the increasingly popular The Art of Aromatherapy was translated into nine languages. <br /><br /> Robert Tisserand, with his conviction that aromatherapy has great medicinal applications, helped found the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tisserand+institute" rel="tag">Tisserand Institute</a> in London England. Here he set himself up as an editorial committee member of the International Journal of Aromatherapy in 1988. For 12 years he wore this editorial hat, working side by side with herbal professionals and medical care practitioners. <br /><br /> Tisserand keeps abreast of the latest <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+research" rel="tag">aromatherapy research</a>, reporting on the results. He gives lectures on aromatherapy all over the world, and conducts three annual conferences on aromatherapy. All are attended by professionals who travel from every part of the globe. Tisserand have been interviewed time and again by publishers and broadcasters. <br /><br /> Robert Tisserand has always been a hands-on administrator and still is active in the creation of his firm's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+products" rel="tag">aromatherapy products</a>. He oversees the formulation of the essential oils and the choice of herb extracts. He most recently wrote the publication <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oil+safety" rel="tag">Essential Oil Safety</a>. An all-encompassing reference book for the safe use and production of aromatherapy products, Essential Oil Safety talks about more than 200 essential <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+oils" rel="tag">aromatherapy oils</a> and the products derived from them. <br /><br /> The ingredients and items used in the Tisserand production of aromatherapy products include these essential blended oils as well as a base of massage oil and blended massage oils. On the Tisserand aromatherapy Web site consumers can buy these essential oil products as well as tea tree, lavender, white mint and bitter orange derivatives used for the medicinal effects of aromatherapy. Consumers can also peruse, pay for and order baby bliss, aromatherapy vaporizing items, aromatherapy products for massage and bath, vaporization and inhalation. Tisserand aromatherapy essential oils are great as a massage that soothes and energizes, just be diluting them. The dilution recipe is five drops of the Tisserand Aromatherapy essential oil to one tablespoon of vegetable oil or lotion. <br /><br /> You can also pour three, four or five drops of aromatherapy oil in your bath water for a relaxing and therapeutic effect. Some of the essential oil is absorbed into your skin. The rest evaporates because of the heat of the bath water. You can also pour six to twelve drops of aromatherapy oils into your vaporizer, creating an aroma that relaxes while it invigorates. <br /><br /> The only aromatherapy caution is for those with a skin condition, epilepsy, or asthma, or anyone who is pregnant. These people should clear their aromatherapy use with a physician first.   <bio>Dustin is owner of <a href="http://JustArticlesVIP.com" >http://JustArticlesVIP.com</a> and writes on a variety of subjects. To learn more about this topic Dustin recommends you visit: <a href="http://www.worldwideshoppingmall.co.uk/" >http://www.worldwideshoppingmall.co.uk/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Aromatherapy Candles</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2006 10:27:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>aromatherapy candles</category><category>aromatherapy candle</category><category>essential oils</category><category>unwrapped</category><category>candle lit dinner</category><category>chemicals</category><category>romantic candle</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/aromatherapy-candles</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Candles have long been used through the centuries. At first they were used solely as a source of light, but after the advent of electric power, they are used to enhance the 'mood' of a place. Nothing beats a romantic candle --lit dinner under the starry skies! These days, with the popularization of]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Candles have long been used through the centuries. At first they were used solely as a source of light, but after the advent of electric power, they are used to enhance the 'mood' of a place. Nothing beats a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/romantic+candle" rel="tag">romantic candle</a> --lit dinner under the starry skies! These days, with the popularization of aromatherapy, another dimension has been added to the use of candles. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+candles" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+candle" rel="tag">Aromatherapy candle</a>s</a> are candles that are made of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> which are used in aromatherapy. They not only turn a commonplace room into a radiant, inviting setting, but also help to relieve stress and anxiety and promote a sense of general well-being. <br /><br /> How do they work? <br /><br /> Aromatherapy candles release a small, but continuous stream of herbal and floral essential oils into the air as they burn. These essential oils have a physiological or therapeutic effect on mood through their fragrance. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/chemicals" rel="tag">chemicals</a> in the essential oils enter your body as you breathe, and travel throughout the body, including the brain, through the bloodstream. You receive subtle benefits as the chemicals interact with your body. Aromatherapy candles provide the dual benefits of smell therapy and the body's positive reaction to essential oils in small doses. When you burn aromatherapy candles, you not only alter, enhance, and improve your state of mind, but also make your surroundings smell nice. <br /><br /> A word to the wise <br /><br /> Be careful when buying aromatherapy candles from the market. Remember, an aromatherapy candle is one that contains essential oils. Any scented candle may not necessarily be an aromatherapy candle. Check the label of the candle for the words "essential oils". Since essential oils are highly volatile and dissipate quickly, a pure aromatherapy candle must be wrapped to contain the essential oils, or else it will barely smell after a few weeks of sitting on the shelves. If you see a candle sitting on a shelf, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unwrapped" rel="tag">unwrapped</a>, and it still smells strong, it is not an aromatherapy candle. <br /><br /> Some of the common aromatherapy candles that are available and their benefits are as follows: <br /><br /> Lavender <br /><br /> Lavender is one of the most well-known aromatherapy oils for alleviating stress and anxiety. These candles help you relax after a long, hard day. <br /><br /> Eucalyptus <br /><br /> Eucalyptus helps with respiratory problems and it boosts the immune system. <br /><br /> Peppermint <br /><br /> Essential oil of peppermint helps relieve digestive disorders, headaches and muscle aches. <br /><br /> Lemon <br /><br /> Lemon is uplifting and relaxing. It helps to give you that extra bit of pep that you need and also soothes your nerves. <br /><br /> Sage <br /><br /> Essential oil of sage is a very good relaxant and is a time-tested antidote for insomnia. <br /><br /> Rosemary <br /><br /> Rosemary candles are good for mental stimulation. Light one when you need to think or study.   <bio>Sharon Hopkins, webmaster of <a href="http://www.aromatherapies.net" >http://www.aromatherapies.net</a> opens doors to therapeutic healing and relaxing using essential oils made from various parts plants and herbs. She also writes for Massage Therapy, Yoga, Hair-n-Skin-Care site and various other health sites. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Using An Essential Oil Diffuser For Aromatherapy</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 23 Jun 2007 11:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>essential oil diffusers</category><category>aromatherapy essential oils</category><category>more commonly known</category><category>several different types</category><category>absorbent pad</category><category>true aromatherapy</category><category>steam distillation</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/using-an-essential-oil-diffuser-for-aromatherapy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Aromatherapy is a scented form of soothing and relaxation treatments. All different types of essential oils are used to achieve different degrees of aromatherapy. Essential oils are naturally occurring volatile oils that are obtained by cold expression or steam distillation. The oil will have the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Aromatherapy is a scented form of soothing and relaxation treatments. All different types of essential oils are used to achieve different degrees of aromatherapy. Essential oils are naturally occurring volatile oils that are obtained by cold expression or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/steam+distillation" rel="tag">steam distillation</a>. The oil will have the characteristically familiar aroma from the plant part from which it was derived. <br /><br /> These are 100% pure oils that have not been processed in any way. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oil+diffusers" rel="tag">Essential oil diffusers</a> have become very popular lately in dispensing these natural oil fragrances into the air. Aromatherapy uses essential oil diffusers to achieve its goal of gently diffusing essential oils into the air. <br /><br /> Types of Diffusers <br /><br /> There are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/several+different+types" rel="tag">several different types</a> of diffusers on the market today. One of the popular styles for large public areas is essential oil fan diffusers. These diffusers use a fan to blow the oils into the air. This is done with essential oils being placed onto a disposable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/absorbent+pad" rel="tag">absorbent pad</a> or put into a tray and then the pad or tray is placed into the unit and switched on. The fan will then blow air across the tray or pad and send the aroma throughout the room. <br /><br /> These are very effective essential oil diffusers. Electric heat essential oil diffusers are another good way to dispense the essential oils into the air. These are very popular in bathrooms and living areas and are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/more+commonly+known" rel="tag">more commonly known</a> as plug-ins. These units contain tiny cartons of essential oil and are simply plugged into the wall. <br /><br /> A SpaScenter Essential Oil Diffuser has an oil drawer where you apply 20 drops of an essential oil onto a pad. You then turn on the SpaScenter to activate the air circulation and instantly enjoy the benefits of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/true+aromatherapy" rel="tag">true aromatherapy</a>. The SpaScenter allows you to adjust the strength of the diffuser with a simple turn of a button and can easily be changed to a different essential oil. The SpaScenter is extremely popular because it allows you to have a continuous subtle aroma climate for a long period of time. <br /><br /> Reed essential oil diffusers have become very popular today because they are more nature oriented and look very nice sitting in a living room or bedroom. There is no electricity or flame needed for a reed essential oil diffuser. The essential oil is placed in the diffuser and a reed is put into the oil. The fragrance basically travels up the reed and is dispersed throughout the room. The fragrance will last for months in one of these reeds.   <bio>Ann Marier writes informative articles about family life and general health issues, Click on <a href="http://essentialoils.ultimatehealthinfo.com" >http://essentialoils.ultimatehealthinfo.com</a> to read her latest articles on essential oils and their uses. Click on <a href="http://www.ultimatehealthinfo.com" >http://www.ultimatehealthinfo.com</a> for other articles on general health issues.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Soothing Qualities Of Aromatherapy Bath Products</title>
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		<category>aromatherapy bath products</category><category>stress reducers</category><category>essential oils</category><category>french chemist</category><category>beneficial</category><category>knowledgeable</category><category>lavender oil</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-soothing-qualities-of-aromatherapy-bath-products</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ A soothing bath at the end of a long and hectic day can be a welcome relief. By using aromatherapy bath products, a truly remarkable special effect can be added to that bath. These types of bath products are made with essential oils that have been extracted from unique plants that have special]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ A soothing bath at the end of a long and hectic day can be a welcome relief. By using <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/aromatherapy+bath+products" rel="tag">aromatherapy bath products</a>, a truly remarkable special effect can be added to that bath. These types of bath products are made with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/essential+oils" rel="tag">essential oils</a> that have been extracted from unique plants that have special healing and healthy qualities. These bath and beauty products are carefully manufactured with special blends that have been shown to have definite and specific effects on the body. The essential oils that are added to bath products are not randomly chosen, but instead, they are carefully selected for the special benefits the oil has to offer. <br /><br /> Aromatherapy bath products were accidentally discovered as a result of an experiment by a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/french+chemist" rel="tag">French chemist</a> many years ago. The chemist found that by using <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lavender+oil" rel="tag">lavender oil</a> he could heal burns that he had suffered. The chemist then began his study of special plant oils, and since then, his work has been carried on by many other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/knowledgeable" rel="tag">knowledgeable</a> people. Currently, the essential oils that are used in aromatherapy bath products are chosen based on the studies and findings of those experts. The essential oils extracted from plants are now considered as an alternative medicine due to their many successes. There are a wide assortment of bath products that are now available which use these therapeutic oils, and they can be purchased over the counter by customers for both <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/beneficial" rel="tag">beneficial</a> and practical use.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Types of Aromatherapy Bath Products <br /><br /> Bath gels are one of the most popular products made with the essential oils of aromatherapy. These gels can be found in many specialty stores and on websites around the world. There are gels for both shower and bath that contain specific oils that can be beneficial to countless people. There are gels made with lavender, ginger, mint and other essential oils, each with it's own unique therapeutic properties. People who use these gels have found them to be very helpful for numerous conditions from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/stress+reducers" rel="tag">stress reducers</a> to burn healing. Most of the aromatherapy bath products are now very carefully made using essential oils, and at the same time removing any harmful substances. These products usually have a combination of vitamins that are also helpful to a person's health and well being.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Aromatherapy oils are also commonly used to make bath salts and soaps. These are also made using the same essential oils as the bath gels. They are known to have many beneficial qualities including that of reducing stress. These products also have other beneficial effects such as softening the skin. Many of the oils are imported from special places around the world in order to get the best products available. The soaps are made with oils extracted from avocado, eucalyptus, peppermint and other unique plants. The soaps are often designed for special types of skin treatments. Other soaps are made because of the special regenerative effects that they have on the skin. All of the aromatherapy type bath products have become popular due to the many benefits that they provide. If you have never tried them before, you're in for a very special treat.   <bio>Brought to you as a courtesy from <a href="http://www.home-n-gifts.com/bath_and_body.html" >http://www.home-n-gifts.com/bath_and_body.html</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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