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Incense has been used for centuries to infuse the atmosphere of churches, temples and homes with scent. The word ‘incense’ was first used to describe the resinous gums from certain trees, but is now more widely used as a general term to describe any aromatic substance derived from grinding up dried plants. Incense can also … Read moreAromatherapy: Burning Joss and Incense
Using oils on pulse points is an aromatherapy technique that can be combined easily with acupressure and massage. Pulse points are the areas of the body at which the blood vessels are very close to the surface, allowing the pulse to be felt through the skin. The main pulse points are at the wrists, the … Read moreAromatherapy: Essential Oils for Pulse Points
Most aromatherapy oils will evaporate relatively quickly if left in the open air, which allows you to inhale them directly from the bottle, or from a few drops sprinkled on a handkerchief. Simply by carrying tissues and a small bottle of oil in your pocket, you can provide instant relief from blocked noses, panic attacks, … Read moreAromatherapy: Blends for Inhalers
Compresses are a simple and useful way of treating a wide range of conditions with essential oils. A piece of clean cloth, a bowl of water (hot or cold, depending on the condition you are treating), your essential oils and some cling film are all you need to make an aromatherapy compress. Effective healing Applying … Read moreAromatherapy: Learning how to make Compresses
One way to reap the benefits of essential oils is to inhale them as steam vapours. This can be achieved by adding a few drops of oil to a bowl of steaming water or to an invigorating morning shower. Steams cleansing properties Even without the addition of healing oils, steam helps to open your skin’s … Read moreAromatherapy: Using Steam Inhalation
Our bathroom routines play a big part in our wellbeing. After a hard day at work, there’s nothing better than sinking into a warm bath and soaking away the day’s stresses. A brisk morning shower is also an essential ritual, refreshing us for the day ahead. The products we use can make all the difference. … Read moreAromatherapy: Using Oils for Bathing
Aromatherapy vaporisers are a quick and easy way to make your environment smell beautiful. In simple terms, they gently heat essential oils, turning them from a liquid into a vapour which then wafts through the air, filling your room with its beautiful smell. Home comforts Vaporisers may be used anywhere in the home or office. … Read moreAromatherapy: Vaporising your Essential Oil
Many of the most popular spring flowers tend to have fresh, slightly warm, yet peppery notes. Think of the hyacinth, narcissus, tulip, crocus and daffodil. Most spring plants do not actually produce essential oils, although some, such as the hyacinth, are used to create what are known in the perfume industry as absolutes. The majority … Read moreAromatherapy: Finding Essential Oil’s Spring-like Characters
In many cultures spring represents the start of the year, and the increasing energy of longer, lighter days can provide the incentive for you to make some new beginnings. Changes are most significant when they start at a personal level, but working on your home environment can help considerably to get the energy moving. For … Read moreAromatherapy: Spring Seasonal Connection
Spice Chest of Calm One delightful way of using spices is to create a mini spice chest for your desk or where you sit to make phone calls or pay your bills. Either buy a small chest of drawers or make one yourself from several matchboxes stuck together and either painted or covered in pretty … Read moreAromatherapy: Winter Spice to Fill your Home