Astral Health » Aromatherapy http://astralhealth.com Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:10:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Fragrances Are Not Essential Oils! http://astralhealth.com/fragrances-are-not-essential-oils/ http://astralhealth.com/fragrances-are-not-essential-oils/#comments Sun, 19 Aug 2007 22:27:10 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/fragrances-are-not-essential-oils/ Never mistake a perfume or a fragrance for an essential oil. They are simply not the same thing. It Perfume oils and fragrances contain unnatural chemicals and do not provide the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. Unfortunately, many companies improperly use the term aromatherapy on products that contain unnatural and perfume oils, so it’s important to look at the ingredient label when seeking true aromatherapy products.

Peace Be Still Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/fragrances-are-not-essential-oils/feed/ 0 Yet Another Blend To Create Confidence http://astralhealth.com/yet-another-blend-to-create-confidence/ http://astralhealth.com/yet-another-blend-to-create-confidence/#comments Wed, 06 Sep 2006 23:20:38 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/yet-another-blend-to-create-confidence/ Here is yet another aromatherapy blend that may help create confidence. It is more of a manly scent but women can easily wear it too.

  

3 drops Grapefruit

2 drops Cypress

  

Grapefruit oil sharpens the mind and freshens the sense. Graperfuit oil is also used to draw clarity and new beginnings to a person. Cypress has similar qualities but in a very earthy, strong way. It is a symbol of protection, vigilance and wealth.

  

Peace Be Still, Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/yet-another-blend-to-create-confidence/feed/ 0 Oil Blend To Create Confidence http://astralhealth.com/oil-blend-to-create-confidence/ http://astralhealth.com/oil-blend-to-create-confidence/#comments Thu, 31 Aug 2006 23:02:41 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/oil-blend-to-create-confidence/ This is a good mix to wear before an important job interview –

  

2 drops Bay Laurel

3 drops Bergamot

  

The Bergamot oil is a compelling oil that has a sophisticated adult type citrus scent. This citrus scent helps create an easy frame of mind. Bay Laurel is quite earthy and weirdly professional smelling. It also symbolizes wealth and fame so at the very least it will create feelings of competence in the nervous job seeker.

  

Peace Be Still, Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/oil-blend-to-create-confidence/feed/ 0 Another Essential Oil Blend For Anxiety http://astralhealth.com/another-essential-oil-blend-for-anxiety/ http://astralhealth.com/another-essential-oil-blend-for-anxiety/#comments Wed, 30 Aug 2006 22:56:00 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/another-essential-oil-blend-for-anxiety/ Here is yet another interesting recipe for an oil blend to combat anxiety –

  

1 drop Rose

1 drop Lavender

2 drops Mandarin

1 drop Vetiver

  

In this case the rose oil and the veviter has an uplifting quality that could help ease depression and anxiety. The lavender helps calm fragile nerves and the veviter is of some assistance when it comes to helping an individual focus again.

  

Peace Be Still, Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/another-essential-oil-blend-for-anxiety/feed/ 0 Yet Even Another Recipe To Dispel Anger http://astralhealth.com/yet-even-another-recipe-to-dispel-anger/ http://astralhealth.com/yet-even-another-recipe-to-dispel-anger/#comments Wed, 23 Aug 2006 22:43:32 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/yet-even-another-recipe-to-dispel-anger/ Here is yet another interesting aromatherapy recipe that is supposed to address the problem of anger.

  

3 drops Orange

2 drops Patchouli

  

Orange oil creates a feeling of lightness and joy. Patchouli is an interesting component in this simple recipes as patchouli is an oil that unfreezes emotions and the body. As anger is such a rigid emotion, patchouli may help to loosen things up so the anger is not turned inward.

  

Peace be Still Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/yet-even-another-recipe-to-dispel-anger/feed/ 0 Essential Oil That Repels Bugs http://astralhealth.com/essential-oil-that-repels-bugs/ http://astralhealth.com/essential-oil-that-repels-bugs/#comments Tue, 22 Aug 2006 22:40:03 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/essential-oil-that-repels-bugs/ Many essential oils including citronella, lavender, and peppermint act as a natural insect. repellent against insects. Sprinkle a few drops of essential oil onto fabric stirps, tissues or cotton balls and place near your doorways and windows to help keep insects away. Spraying lavender on your sheets and bedding may also help.

  

Be sure to read all safety data on the oils you use as some oils may not be suitable for use around pets. Be careful not to apply the essential oil directly onto wood or plastic surfaces as they can be degraded by oils like citronella.

  

Peace Be Still Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/essential-oil-that-repels-bugs/feed/ 0 The Benefits of Smelling An Aroma http://astralhealth.com/the-benefits-of-smelling-an-aroma/ http://astralhealth.com/the-benefits-of-smelling-an-aroma/#comments Fri, 18 Aug 2006 22:29:18 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/the-benefits-of-smelling-an-aroma/ Essential oils, hydrosols and absolutes are said not to be much benefit to anyone unless they can be smelt. Essential oils that are inhaled into the lungs are believed to offer both psychological and physical benefits; not only does the aroma of the natural essential oil stimulate the brain through the pituitary gland, but the natural constituents (naturally occurring chemicals) are carried through the blood stream. 

 
This all has to do with a small gland in the nose that helps interpret the molecular healing nature of the oil and sends positive messages to the brain to facilitate healing as a result of the pleasant or therapeutic smell.

 
Peace Be Still Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/the-benefits-of-smelling-an-aroma/feed/ 0 Another Oil Blend To Control Anger http://astralhealth.com/another-oil-blend-to-control-anger/ http://astralhealth.com/another-oil-blend-to-control-anger/#comments Wed, 16 Aug 2006 22:13:02 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/another-oil-blend-to-control-anger/ Here is another oil blend that can help soothe the savage breast ..

 
4 drop Roman Chamomile

2 drops Bergamot

2 drops Orange

 
The citrus scent  bergamot and orange oil have an uplifting joyous quality while the roman chamolile has actually been proved in scientific studies to quell emotional reactions and restore peace and calm to a troubled mind and heart.

 
Peace Be Still, SAm

]]> http://astralhealth.com/another-oil-blend-to-control-anger/feed/ 0 What is a Hydrosol? http://astralhealth.com/what-is-a-hydrosol/ http://astralhealth.com/what-is-a-hydrosol/#comments Tue, 15 Aug 2006 22:23:42 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/what-is-a-hydrosol/  
A hydrosol is also sometimes refered to as a floral water or distillate water. Hydrosols consists of the condensed water droplets coproduced during the steam- or hydro-distillation process.  It is a byproduct of making essential oils and often sold in spray bottles for perfuming linen, the air and the body.  They are often included in facial toners and other beauty products. Common examples of hydrosls are rose, neroli, roman chamolile, orange and lavender.

 
Hydrosols don’t have a scent that is a strong as an essential oil and can often be applied directely to the skin (unlike an essential oil.)

 
Peace Be Still Sam

]]> http://astralhealth.com/what-is-a-hydrosol/feed/ 0 The Disadvantages Of Using Absolutes http://astralhealth.com/the-disadvantages-of-using-absolutes/ http://astralhealth.com/the-disadvantages-of-using-absolutes/#comments Mon, 14 Aug 2006 22:11:09 +0000 http://astralhealth.com/the-disadvantages-of-using-absolutes/ Purists may not like using an absolute oil and prefer the regular style of essential oil because a very trace amount of the solvent That is used to extract the oil. can remain in the final absolute. This indeed is a disadvantage if you are interested in oils on a molecular healing basis and the benefits of absorbing natural plant matter compounds through the nose and skin.

   

 

Absolutes should never be taken internally by anyone because of that small amount of trace solvent that may remain.

   

 

Peace Be Still Sam

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