Aromatherapy
If you have allergies to skin products, you can still get the benefits of Aromatherapy. Simply light your diffuser in the bathroom as you have your soak.
Most people associate Aromatherapy with massage. Although these are two separate arts and sciences, they do work beautifully together. However, if you do succumb to the symptoms of a cold, it is not a good idea to have a massage as your body is already working hard to fight off the infection, instead, get as much rest as you can. Babies and children need medicine to reduce a fever. But adults should rest, rest and rest again!
Some Essential oils can make us feel far more comfortable when we have a cold.
For in depth information on the uses of Essential oils simply give me a call!
Obviously, Aromatherapy isn’t intended as an alternative to conventional medicine, rather it is to be used to complement medical advice. Should your symptoms be severe or prolonged, or if the affected person is very young, old or frail then medical advice should be sought.
Top Tips for buying Essential Oils
When using Essential oils, it is important to use good quality products to ensure a satisfactory result. Some points to look out for include:
The oils are bought in small amounts – 5 or 10ml bottles. The bottles are dark glass or aluminium to prevent light getting in and ‘spoiling’ the oils. There should be a Latin name as well as the common name for the plant, an expiry date and a batch number on the label. Your seller should be able to advise you on how to safely use the oils.
