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Why use an aromatherapy essential oil?

An aromatherapy essential oil is an entirely natural and pure plant essence, extracted from an aromatic plant by distillation.  The resulting liquid will be very concentrated and will have a powerful fragrance.  Aromatherapy essential oils have been used throughout history as they contain many therapeutic qualities that can be used for physical, emotional and spiritual healing.  In modern times people are becoming more aware of the potential side effects of using synthetic chemicals, and there has been a renewed interest in natural remedies such as aromatherpy and the uses of pure essential oils to promote well being.

An aromatherapy essential oil begins to work on the body and mind when its aroma molecules get into the bloodstream.  This can be achieved through inhalation into the lungs or by osmosis through the skin.  In the home, there are several types of inexpensive and easy to use aromatherapy diffusers that can be used to evaporate the healing aromas into the surrounding room.  These include essential oil burners, nebulizers and porous clay pot diffusers.  Alternatively, without these special devices, a few drops of aromatherapy oil added to a bowl of boiling water or to a bath can be just as effective.

Because aromatherapy essential oil is so concentrated, most aromatic plant essences can cause irritation if applied directly to the skin.  For this reason, carrier oils are used to dilute them to make them safe to used in skin care products, including aromatherapy massage oils, face creams and body lotions.  Pure aromatherapy oils are usually sold in small bottles, as only a few drops are generally needed at a time.  Many people choose to buy organic essential oils, believing these to have even higher purity levels and thus be superior quality.  Online stores offer a good variety of oils and other aromatherapy supplies.

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Caroline Smith is a successful freelance writer and regular contributor to http://www.aromatherapy-essential-oils.ws - A comprehensive online guide to the uses of aromatherapy and essential oils.