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There are many alternative ideas for wedding favors; brides who prefer natural scents can choose to have wedding favors made with pure aromatherapy oils.

Essential oils used in aromatherapy are described by a number of terms which may be confusing to many people; understand the language with an essential oil glossary.

Aromatherapy has many health uses and is known to be successful in reducing and eliminating headaches.

Pure essential oils can play an important and valuable role in the various aspects of pregnancy - from the second trimester to labour and delivery.

Essential oils make a great addition to drinks, sauces, stews, dressings, and desserts. Try lavender lemonade or peppermint brownies for a fun twist on a classic.

Pure essential oils are subjected to a number of quality tests to establish their composition; essential oil quality testing includes GC-MS and GLC testing.

In aromatherapy, essential oils, fragrance oils and hydrosols are often confused as one and the same oil; know how to identify a pure aromatherapy oil from a fake oil.

Many of the fragrances you have come to take for granted in household cleaning agents, soaps, cosmetics, and room fresheners started out as essential oils.

Many women experience common problems during menopause; essential oils can help to alleviate some of the symptoms of menopausal women and promote better health.

The safety of using aromatic oils in aromatherapy when expecting a child is much debated; however, it is possible to use essential oils for pregnancy if used correctly.

Not all essential oils are suitable for aromatherapy use; active chemical components make some essential oils dangerous to use. Some oils should be used with caution.

Essential oils are extracted from plants in a number of ways; these methods are distillation, carbon dioxide extraction, expression and percolation (hydro-diffusion).

A very useful essential oil for chest congestions and viral infections of all types, Ravensara is considered safe for use with children and great for family home care.

Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is an important essential oil in the field of aromatherapy, despite being a relative newcomer; a universal and easy-to-use oil.

An essential oil contains many chemical components which makes the oil of aromatic therapeutic value; learn the simple science and chemistry of essential oils.

Rose oil is a term which is used to describe many different varieties of rose oil; identify the differences between pure rose essential oil and rose fragrance oils.

There are two main varieties of Thyme essential oil which are used in aromatherapy - sweet thyme and red thyme; each thyme oil has different properties and uses.

Defining a true essential oil can be complicated; concretes, absolutes, resins, resinoids and oleoresins are not essential oils but do have uses, primarily in perfumery.

Essential oils are valuable healing tools, but like any potent medicine there are situations in which certain oils are not safe and should not be used.

Natural plant oils can be used in the garden for many plants; an alternative to chemical-based pesticides, essential oils are the natural defensive mechanism of a plant.

As one of the more 'toxic' oils, clove essential oil should be used with care; however, clove oil does have properties and uses in aromatherapy when used correctly.

Lavender essential oil is one of the most commonly used oils for aromatherapy, home health and natural medicine. A universal essential oil, lavender has many benefits.

The health benefits attributed to grapefruit essential oil can be categorized into: anti-oxidant, diuretic, disinfectant, stimulant, anti-depressant and digestive.

Although essential oils are most often used for their fragrance and physical ills, they are an effective tool for treating emotional and psychological distress.

Using essential oils in the later years of life can help with a number of problems; aromatherapy is an aid to both physical and mental problems of advancing years.

Eucalyptus essential oil has a wide variety of therapeutic effects for aromatherapists. Learn how to safely use it and the physical and mental benefits of eucalyptus oil.

Like any study or practice, Aromatherapy has its own language to discuss Essential oils, Blends, Distillation, Diffusion, Medicinal plants, Aromatology and more.

From diet to medication, there are many ways to treat eczema; essential oils offer a natural, yet effective treatment for dry skin.

There are many skin types and conditions, depending on your age, diet and general condition and essential oils can help keep skin healthy and radiant.

Aromatherapy essential oils are used in the bath, diffused or massaged to treat the emotional and physical symptoms of living with arthritis.

A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming and frightening. Use essential oils of lavender and sandalwood to reduce stress and anxiety.

An aromatherapy first aid kit should contain all the basic essential oils to treat cuts, pain, insect bites, headache, infection, blisters, digestion, nausea, cold & flu.

Physical, emotional and mental stress can be a big part of everyday office life. Use essential oils and aromatherapy to help reduce that stress.

Our nose is a powerful sense that distinguishes between thousands of scents.

The debate over organic vs. non-organic essential oils is heating up and not everyone is sold on the idea that organic is better.

Essential oils used in aromatherapy are a complex make-up of many chemicals. However, all essential oils do share common beneficial properties.

Essential oils can be incorporated into literally any part of life, from bathing to medicinal uses.

Keeping pets healthy and disease free is important with the rise of veterinarian costs. One of the ways to keep pets healthy is by using essential oils and hydrosols.

As hair stylists diversify and increase their income they are turning to value-added methods: incorporating aromatherapy and essential oils is one way to do both.

Dating from the ancient Egyptian pyramids to today, the unique chemistry of essential oils makes them precious treasures for healing.

Inhalation, olfaction, skin absorption and ingestion are considered to be the main ways in which aromatic essential oils access our bodies.

A common stock pot, lid, steamer, and glass bowl can be used to produce quality essential oils at home.

Litsea essential oil is a relatively new addition to modern aromatherapy; also known as litsea cubeba or may chang, litsea has properties useful in aromatherapy.

Clary sage is an ancient European plant which was popular in the Middle Ages; today, clary sage still has uses as an aromatic essential oil, particularly for women.

Helichrysum is believed by some to be one of the 'sacred' oils; today, helichrysum essential oil has many properties and uses in the practice of aromatherapy.

Juniper essential oil has historically been used to protect, purify and stimulate; today, juniper berry oil is used in aromatherapy for other properties too.

Essential oils such as Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, Geranium and Eucalyptus can be helpful in boosting the immune system and reducing the symptoms of asthma.

Rosewood essential oil is used in aromatherapy for its calming and regenerative benefits as a healing essential oil.

In the past, palmarosa has been used to adulterate rose oil; today, palmarosa essential oil has its own uses and properties in the practice of aromatherapy.

Some essential oils in aromatherapy are difficult or expensive to produce. Aromatic oils such as Rose, Melissa and Jasmine are often added to or substituted in some way.