Articles written by Barbara Greenwood

Carrier oils and bases are very important to the practice of aromatherapy. They play a large part in getting the benefits of essential oil to the body via the skin.

Dec 9, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Asking about the difference between pure essential oils and fragrance oils is a little like asking what the difference is between natural and synthetic products.

Dec 9, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Nov 25, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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.

Nov 17, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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.

Oct 21, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Reiki is just one of the alternative therapies that uses aromatherapy and essential oils to complement its healing effects.

Oct 15, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Oct 13, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Sep 29, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Sep 16, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Sep 1, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Essential oils are considered to be little miracles in bottles and are helpful in many situations. They lend themselves well to helping with travel aches and pains.

Aug 26, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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.

Aug 18, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Aug 12, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Using essential oils in a palliative care environment can be soothing, relaxing and make the difficult task of caring for a dying person easier.

Aug 5, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Some children's personal care products have been found to contain harmful chemicals. Natural alternatives are available and can be fun to make at home.

Jul 28, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

While stress is considered an accepted part of life, using esssential oils may greatly reduce the symptoms of stress.

Jul 8, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Essential oils can be used to treat some of the symptoms and side effects of Morgellons Disease.

Jul 8, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Aromatherapy and the use of essential oils is one of the ways that people can cope with world change and spiritual upheaval.

Jul 7, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

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

Jul 3, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

From the early 10th century until today, people's interest in using essential oils for health care has been evident.

Jun 23, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Interest in using aromatherapy with animals has increased since vets and pet owners have discover the benefits of it, but are essential oils safe to use on cats?

Jun 10, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

West Nile Virus is a potentially life-threatening virus spread by mosquitoes. Prevention is the key to avoiding it and essential oils may help.

May 27, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Aromatherapy and essential oils have long been used in the health care sector, yet little is known about the origins of their use in this setting.

May 26, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

The most challenging problem with MRSA is its resistance to antibiotics. A 2004 study shows promise that essential oils may twart the MRSA's ability to mutate and resist.

May 5, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood

Hydrosols, formerly a waste by-product, are now considered by some, including Suzanne Catty, to be "the next aromatherapy".

Apr 22, 2009 - Barbara Greenwood