Cassandra Harrison Kaplan University September 14, 2012.
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OverviewAromatherapy is the use of extracted essences
from plants in order to achieve relief from an ailment or to create a feeling of well-being and calmness.
“It is a natural, non-invasive modality designed to affect the whole person not just the symptom or disease and to assist the body's natural ability to balance, regulate, heal and maintain itself by the correct use of essential oils.” (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, 2010)
History“Detailed recipes using aromatic compounds are
given in the Old Testament and well sealed urns filled with aromatic resins have been unearthed in the tombs of Pharaohs.” (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, 2010)
‘Rene-Maurice Gattefosse coined the term ‘Aroma-therapie’ in 1937 and produced a Materia Medica of aromatic extracts.’ (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, 2010)
UsesAdd to Bath WaterMassage OilIn a DiffuserIn Steam/Vapor
Therapy In LotionsAdded to MouthwashIn a HumidifierIncense
LavenderStress-RelievingHelps with Colds,
Flu, and HeadachesAntisepticAntidepressantAnti-inflammatoryDecongestantDeodorantDiureticSedative
Caution: Discontinue if you Experience an Allergic
Reaction
ChamomileRoman or GermanCalmingAntibioticAntisepticAntidepressant Anti-inflammatory
(German)Analgesic Fights Acne
‘Caution: Avoid During Pregnancy or if Ragweed
Allergies are Present’ (Aromatherapy, 2010)
PatchouliAntidepressantAnti-anxietyHelps Heal Wounds Promotes Skin Cell
Growth Alleviates Fatigue Curbs AddictionReduce Cellulite and
Bloating.
Caution: Very Potent
PeppermintMouthwashEnhances MoodSharpens FocusCombats Irritation
and RednessEases CongestionAids in Digestion
Caution: Skin Irritant/Keep Away from Eyes, Not
intended for Small Children or Pregnant Women
EucalyptusCombats Respiratory
DiseasesEnhances
Concentration AntisepticAntispasmodicDecongestantDiuretic StimulantDeodorantSoothes Muscles
Caution: Not for Pregnant or
Breastfeeding Women or those with Epilepsy Fatal in Large Doses
Jasmine
Antidepressant Eases ChildbirthEnhances LibidoHelps with
Respiratory Problems
Lessens AddictionsReduces
Tension/Stress
Caution: Avoid if Pregnant and Can
Cause Allergic Reaction
Sandalwood Alleviates Chest
PainRelaxing/Tension
ReliefCalmingSexually ArousingHydration Aid for
SkinAnti-inflammatory
RoseAntidepressantAnti-anxietyAids in Digestion IssuesHelps with CirculationEases Heart Problems
and Conditions like Asthma
Protector of the HeartGood for Skin Caution: Avoid During
Pregnancy
Tea TreeImmune BoosterFights InfectionHeals Skin Conditions,
Burns and CutsInsecticide‘Soothes and Treats
Cold Sores, Respiratory Conditions, Muscle Aches, the Flu, Athletes' Foot and Dandruff’ (Aromatherpy.com, 2010)
Caution: Not for Internal Use/Keep
Away from Eyes and Nose
MarjoramAnti-anxietyStress ReducerCombats Fatigue Antidepressant Alleviates
Respiratory IssuesHelps with
Circulatory ProblemsCaution: Avoid During
Pregnancy
Ylang YlangCalmingEases HeadachesSoothes Nausea and
Skin ConditionsStimulates Hair
GrowthReduces High Blood
Pressure Digestive Aid
“Caution: While it is a non-toxic oil, overuse can lead
to headaches.” (Aromatherapy.com, 2010)
ConclusionI hope this information can aid you in the future to treat minor ailments or just to increase relaxation. The printed PowerPoint can serve as a reference. Aromatherapy can be used for many discomforts and is completely natural, not to mention affordable. Enjoy!
ReferencesAromatherapy.com. (2010). Most Popular
Essential Oils. Retrieved September 14, 2012 from, http://www.aromatherapy.com/most_popular.html
National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy. (2010). What is Aromatherapy? Retrieved September 14, 2012 from, http://www.naha.org/what_is_aromatherapy.htm
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