Who does aromatherapy work for?
You should know that aromatherapy is not a panacea for all diseases. Some flavors, traditionally recommended for the correction of diseases, may be unpleasant to you, in this case their healing effects will not be manifested. Smells do not work equally at all. Those who have a creative vein, imaginative thinking, are more susceptible to the influence of smells than pragmatic people who are prone to an extremely sensible view of everything around. Women are more susceptible to smells than men.
In which cases does it help?
The greatest discomfort is experienced by people whose lives are associated with frequent travel. No matter how usual such a nomadic way of life seemed, it negatively affects the psyche, increases anxiety and a tendency to depressive moods. In order to reduce this influence, you can use a very simple way - to surround yourself with the aromas of vanilla and fresh baked goods.
Smells can help not only feel yourself at home even in a strange place, but also raise self-esteem, reduce anxiety. If you feel that recently you lack self-confidence, then the smell of anise, sandal and rose will help.
Often children suffer from nightmares, sometimes they also persecute adults. In such cases, specialists in aromatherapy recommend inhaling the fragrance of ylang-ylang or incense.
Even for those who suffer from claustrophobic attacks, there is a scent - the smell of apples will help cope with the panic. And to raise the mood by the way will smell of lavender and myrtle.
Particularly widespread use of aromatherapy, due to the possibilities of curing many colds. Indeed, the aroma of pine needles, eucalyptus, citrus fruits is capable of raising immunity, clearing and softening the airways, lowering the temperature and feeling cheerful.
How to use?
Firstly, it is worthwhile to understand that aromatherapy works well only together with traditional methods of treatment, if smells easily relieve stress without outside interference, then they are unlikely to help to cure the flu unless other medications are used. Secondly, it is important to understand that not all people respond equally to the same smells, in addition, the intensity of the smell can enhance the effect or reduce it to zero. If you are allergic to some smells, then aromatherapy is strictly not recommended, because it is difficult to predict the reaction of the body to a particular strong odor.
The easiest way to understand how this or that fragrance will affect you is to remember which smells are associated with pleasant memories and sensations. If you find such an aroma, it is guaranteed not to hurt.
For aromatherapy, natural essential oils without impurities are best suited, and aromatic lamps should be chosen from clay, ceramics, porcelain and wood.
Distinguishing natural oil from artificial is quite simple. You just need to know that not all plants are etheriferous, and the smells of watermelon, melons, lilacs, strawberries, types, lotus, coconut and mango can not be natural.
Usually, for a stable effect, only 5 drops of oil are enough, after which you can light a candle. The sessions of aromatherapy should be started from 10 minutes, gradually bringing them to half an hour. Some get used to the effects of fragrances, use them as a background in the room, as they help create the right atmosphere. This is suitable only for those who easily tolerate odors and quickly become accustomed to them.
Basil, bergamot, orange, clove, lemon balm, levzeya, sandalwood, rose, fir, mint, thyme - the choice of flavors is huge. Each of them is able to improve mood, relieve fear, calm or give strength. The possibilities of aromatherapy do not manifest as clearly as we expect from most drugs, but it is the gentle effect that makes this method of treatment one of the most loved and effective.