Contents
What Is Aromatherapy?
Basics of Essential Oils
Basics of Carrier Oils
How to Use Essential Oils
Essential Oil Precautions
How to Make Essential Oil Blends
Aromatherapy Equipment
12 Commonly Used Essential Oils
Basil
Chamomile
Eucalyptus
Geranium
Lavender
Lemon
Orange
Peppermint
Rose
Rosemary
Tea Tree
Ylang-Ylang
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Basil
Basil is revered as a holy herb in Hindu temples and Greek Orthodox churches. Among non-practitioners, basil is valued for its ability to invigorate the body and improve circulation.
General Uses
- Digestive aid: Add to unscented lotion or carrier oil, then massage onto the abdomen for indigestion, stomach upset, flatulence, motion sickness, or nausea.
- Hair care: Add to unscented shampoo and conditioner for dandruff control.
- Massage: Add to unscented massage lotion or carrier oil for aches, irregular periods, menopausal problems, menstrual cramps, inflammation, or muscle spasms.
- Mood enhancing: Add to a personal inhaler or unscented lotion or carrier oil for anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, nervous tension, or headaches, or to improve mental clarity and concentration.
- Respiratory aid: Diffuse in a room, steam room, or sauna, or add to unscented lotion or carrier oil and massage onto the chest for bronchitis, cough, cold, earache, fever, flu, or sinus congestion.
Precautions
- Possible skin irritant; use carrier oil.
- Do not use in baths.
- Do not use if you are pregnant.
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