Aromatherapy can be used
to relieve the discomfort
of a
wide range of minor physical
complaints including burns,
colds, flu, sinus problems,
cold sores, eczema, headache,
indigestion, menopause, menstrual
irregularities, muscle
aches, nausea and toothaches.
Diluted in healing carrier
oil such as aloe vera,
essential oils can relieve
the pain of minor burns. Just
add a few drops of chamomile,
geranium, lavender, neroli
or
peppermint oil to eight ounces
of aloe vera to make your
own healing salve. Of course
if you are suffering from
a
serious third degree burn
that exposes blisters, pus
or red
and raw bleeding skin you
should immediately take yourself
to a hospital!
Aromatherapy can also be used
to ease the discomfort of
suffering from colds and flus.
Oils such as peppermint,
eucalyptus, ginger, clove,
juniper and rosemary can help
relieve congestion. Warming
oils such as clove,
frankincense and pine can
help relieve aches and pains.
Diffusing lavender or eucalyptus
through the air can help
purify the sick room of any
viruses as well as soothe
sore
sinuses.
Mixing a few drops of geranium,
lavender or tea tree oil
in healing carrier oil such
as jojoba or aloe vera can
also
help remoisturize dry cracked
lips and heal annoying cold
sores. Applied to the face
the same oils can help clear
up
acne and blackheads.
If eczema is a problem then
gently applying a couple of
drops each of any combination
of chamomile, geranium,
lavender, neroli, patchouli
or tea tree oil can help soothe
the pain as well as reduce
the angry red appearance of
the
skin.
Aromatherapy has proved to
be so effective at relieving
headaches that there are now
many commercial aromatherapy
preparations on the market
concocted especially for this
purpose. Applying oils such
as basil, eucalyptus, lavender,
linden blossom or peppermint
(in a commercial cream based
mixture or prepared yourself
in eight ounces of a carrier
oil) is thought to be as effective
as aspirin and anti-
inflammatories at relieving
a headache.
If nausea or indigestion is
a problem you can try rubbing
a blend of orange, ginger
or peppermint oils (in a carrier
oil) with a circular motion
onto your stomach or you can
put a few drops on your pulse
points or a hanky and inhale
whenever your tummy feels
cranky.
If irregular periods or cramps
are a problem the
inhalation or application
of the following oils may
provide
you with some relief: chamomile,
clary sage, jasmine,
lavender, neroli, rose, sandalwood,
tangerine, ylang ylang
and peppermint. Geranium is
thought to be particularly
soothing for women going through
menopause as it can
relieve hot flashes.
If you need an oil to relieve
the discomfort of muscle
aches and pains try rubbing
a lotion made of arnica oil,
almond oil or jojoba oil and
a few drops of any of the
following essential oils:
balsam fir, clove, ginger,
chamomile, peppermint or rosemary.
One of the best kept secrets
of aromatherapy is using a
dab of clove oil to relieve
a toothache. Apply the oil
directly to the affected tooth
and it will be numbed and
disinfected until you have
time to book that all-important
appointment to the dentist!
About the Author
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(c) 2005 Liz Santher - All
Rights Reserved
Liz Santher is a aromatherapy
enthusiast and freelance
author.
http://www.AromaTherapySecret.com
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