Anxiety Gets Help From Aromatherapy

Here are a few tips on what Aromatherapy Essential Oils can do for you. I tried some of these and wondered if the sense of smell would actually help me in reducing stress and anxiety.

The benefits I experienced were as follows:

Anxiety Reduction, Improved Circulation, Aided in boosting the immune system, Relieved pain and tension, Eased headaches and Helped in getting a good nights sleep.

How to use Aromatherapy Oils:

In the bath: just add a few drops

Massage: make sure its diluted

Inhale: you can add a few drops to your hand and inhale

Vaporization: using a burner, this will bring the smell into your entire room

Here is a list of some relaxing essential oils:

Chamomile: calming, suitable for insomnia

Jasmine:a stimulant or a sedative, excellent antidepressant and aphrodisiac

Juniper: good for fatigue and building self-esteem

Ylang Ylang: calming; used as an aphrodisiac and good for panic attacks

Rosemary: refreshing and stimulating

Lemon balm: balances emotions

Sandalwood: used as an antidepressant and aphrodisiac

Vetiver: balances the nervous system, good for insomnia

Lavender: a very useful and popular oil, used for relaxing and an antidepressant and pain killer

Basil: uplifting

A List of Essential Oils that can be harmful if used incorrectly. These should only be used by a Qualified Aroma therapist:

Ajowan, Almond bitter, Arnica,Birch sweet, Boldo leaf, Broom Spanish, Calamus, Camphor, Deertongue, Garlic, Horseradish, Jaborandi, Melilotus, Mugwort, Mustard, Onion, Pennyroyal, Rue,Sassafras, Thuja, Wintergreen, Wormwood, Wormseed

Tips: Always dilute essential oils to a 1% or 2.5% solution Do not apply essential oils directly to the skin. Always read the precautions on each bottle before using them.

Cautions:

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: avoid Cypress, Clove, Nutmeg, Pine, Rosemary, and Sage & Thyme.

LOW BLOOD PRESSURE: avoid the use of Sweet Marjoram and Ylang Ylang. EPILEPSY: avoid Fennel, Hyssop, Peppermint and Sage.

INSOMNIA: avoid peppermint, Basil, Lemon Verbena, and Rosemary.

GASTRIC PROBLEMS: avoid Cinnamon, Clove, Garlic, Oregano and Parsley Seed.

CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE/URINARY PROBLEMS: avoid Juniper Berry, Eucalyptus, Parsley Seed, and Black Pepper.

ESTROGEN PATCH WEARER: avoid Geranium.

SUN EXPOSURE: before going into the sun or using tanning beds, avoid Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, and Orange.

SKIN IRRITANTS: use a maximum of 3 drops when using the following oils in a bath: Basil, Lemon, Lemon Grass, Nutmeg, Peppermint, and Thyme.

CARDIAC SITUATIONS: do not use Peppermint and rosemary.

ASTHMA: some essential oils can help but proceed with caution.

PREGNANCY: Consult your doctor before using essential oils.

This information was extremely informative and it took me into another whole world of possibilities in my search to end anxiety,panic,stress and some symptoms of depression.