Most Common Aromatherapy and Essential Oils

Without any exaggeration, the number of people who are opting for aromatherapy treatment is increasing by the day. Indeed, the knowledge of its benefits and risk-free natural approach towards healing has enticed many to embrace this new method and try to understand the ways in which one can improve overall health condition.

The idea of using scents and aroma emitted from the essential oil has endeared many to adapt this medicinal approach. It all depends now on choosing the right kind of essential oil to produce a particular scent that is beneficial for a particular condition. Aromatherapy has also managed to break national barriers and is adapted the world over. And the fact that medical costs have continually risen over the past years have contributed to many turning into this type of approach in medicine. Many were skeptical at first but once they had the opportunity to try it and experience its benefits, several were convinced.

The use of eucalyptus in aromatherapy is quite widespread. As much as there are different methods of application, there are also a variety of conditions that this specific type of oil is able to address.

Even outside the concept of aromatherapy, the beneficial properties of eucalyptus and its essential oil is already known. Therefore, it only makes practical sense to include it among the essential oils used in aromatherapy. The undiluted state of eucalyptus oil is known to improve circulation, relieve joint and muscle pains, cure sprains, provide relief from rheumatoid arthritis and cure sinusitis.

As for the method of application, eucalyptus essential oil is quite versatile. You can add a few drops of eucalyptus oil into your bath water and soak in there for a few minutes to allow its relaxing properties to act on your vital functions. You can also use it externally as a massage oil to gently soothe your tired and tensed muscles.

To relieve digestive and sinus problems, you can make a vaporizer and inhale the therapeutic essences of eucalyptus oil.

Chamomile essential oil have its fair share of usage in the field of aromatherapy. However, one specific variety of the chamomile plant is more popular than the other – Roman chamomile. It is one of the most sought after types of essential oils due to its calming benefits while being mild enough to be used in children.

Roman chamomile oil, like German chamomile, is ideal for skin and hair care. It is equipped with anti-inflammation properties that make it ideal for use against diseases like dermatitis, eczema, and other types of sensitive skin.

Like mentioned above, roman chamomile oil is most effective in treating nervousness and irritability in children. There are more benefits that can be attained with the use of this oil in adults, which includes treatment for depression, stress, insomnia, allergies, and improved liver function.

Peppermint essential oil is another one of those famous aromatherapy oils. It is best known for its physical and mental healing benefits, making one of the highly sought after type of essential oil. The aroma emitted by peppermint essential oil is sharp but fresh, with a touch of menthol.

Some of the effects produced by inhaling peppermint oil include stimulation of mind to increase mental agility, improved ability to concentrate, combat depression and mental fatigue, and rejuvenation of spirit.

When it comes to the physical benefits, peppermint essential oil addresses different ailments including digestive problems (flatulence, dyspepsia, cramps), respiratory disorders (cough, asthma, nasal congestion, tuberculosis, pneumonia, bronchitis), painful periods, toothache, rheumatism, among others.

Lavender is another versatile essential oil that is one of the most important components in aromatherapy. Its gentleness that make it ideal for children and other sensitive skin does not take anything away from its capacity to treat various forms of conditions.

It contains a pleasant and subtle aroma, which explains why it is traditionally used as an ingredient in making perfumes. It also makes an excellent tonic to calm your nerves and treat emotional stress and other related conditions. Lavender essential oil also make good alternative medicine for the following conditions: sleep disorder, urinary disorders, any type of pain, poor circulation, immunity problems, and digestive disorders.

Taken from a large woody shrub, tea tree oil comes with a medical scent that is often piercing and strong but never overwhelming. Several aromatherapists have dubbed this as a universal oil for it contains several therapeutic characteristics making it suitable for just about any type of medicinal use.

Physically, tea tree oil is beneficial for controlling any irritation on the skin and treating different conditions such as acne, minor cuts, cold sores, yeast infection, insect bites, scrapes, and athlete's foot. Mentally, tea tree oil provides the same benefits as lavender or rosemary essential oil. It creates a stimulating effect that makes it ideal for creating the proper mindset in stressful situations.

Rosemary essential oil is extracted through the steam distillation method from the leaves of a  plant variety known as Rosmarinus officinalis. Its scent creates a pine-like but mild fragrance that pierces your nose just enough for you to notice its presence. Its therapeutic properties deliver an invigorating and stimulating effect on both the physical and mental aspects of the body.

Rosemary essential oil produces sharpness and agility of mind that it can help increase memory, improve ability for concentration, and increase mental stability to prevent the possibility of acquiring mental fatigue or mild depression.

It also consist of antibacterial and anti-fungal properties that improve symptoms of common cold and coughs, relief from any form of pains, and is also ideal for adrenal gland stimulation.

Can't seem to find one that is in your backyard? Here are more types of essential oils that you can use in aromatherapy at home:

• Cedarwood essential oil
• Myrrh essential oil
• Sandalwood essential oil
• Ylang Ylang essential oil
• Clary Sage essential oil
• Hyssop essential oil
• Frankincense essential oil
• Oregano essential oil
• Lemon essential oil
• Patchouli essential oil
• Lemongrass essential oil
• Cypress essential oil, etc.