Aromatherapy and Home Health
As the use of aromatherapy products grows, many people are beginning to use it in the home. One of the easiest ways to start using aromatherapy in your home is to make up air freshening sprays. Choose an essential oil whose scent you like. Fill a clean plastic spray bottle with water; add 8-10 drops of oil. Shake the bottle well and spray the room you wish to freshen. Remember not to spray near furniture as some oils will fade colors.
Another way to improve your household health is to use essential oils in home made cleaning products. Tea tree oil is a well known anti-bacterial and grapefruit seed extract will kill mold or mildew. Both can be used as a spray. Peppermint drops at a doorway will discourage ants. Adding lemon or orange oil to warm, soapy water is a wonderful way to clean your floors and leave a beautiful scent.
For colds or chest ailments inhalation therapies work well. For example peppermint is good for sinus difficulties and ginger for head colds. Put 2-3 drops of oil into a sink or pot filled with hot water. Cover your head with a towel, keep your face about 12 inches from the water and inhale the vapors for a minute or two.
Few things are as good for your muscular health as massage. Most therapists are familiar with a number of beneficial oils, and many use them regularly in their practice. Lavender oil is used for headaches and anxiety, lemon to improve energy and mood, and peppermint or bay for sore muscles. It is now common to find oil blends that correlate to common health issues at your local natural foods store.
Aromatherapy has many more uses in promoting health in your home. Books as well as websites can help you get started on your journey to a more natural environment. Enjoy your trip.