Cassandra Harrison Kaplan University September 14, 2012.

Cassandra HarrisonKaplan University

September 14, 2012

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!

Questions

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