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Aromatherapy Tips for Beginners
DO: Read as much as you can on Aromatherapy
DO: Be selective of where you purchase your essential oils. The quality of
essential oils varies widely from company to company. Additionally, some
companies may falsely claim that their oils are undiluted or pure when they are
not.
DO: Learn to compare.
Anise, Lavender, Bay, Cedarwood, and Eucalyptus are examples of the common names
of plants used to create essential oils. There are, however, different varieties
of each of these plants. The Latin name is different for each. The
therapeutic properties and aromas of different oils with the same common name
may differ dramatically, as may the cost. Always ask for the botanical or
Latin name before purchasing or when comparing oils.
DO: Pay attention to the country in which plants were raised and their
method of rearing and harvest. Some county's are well known for the
quality of a particular oil. Most good essential oil sellers will readily supply
the botanical names and country of origin for the oils that they sell. Prices
also vary depending on whether the oils are organic, wild-crafted (naturally
occurring) or farmed.
DON'T: Don't buy perfume oils thinking they are the same thing as essential
oils. Perfume oils do not offer the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. Even
if you only intend on using aromatherapy in your lifestyle for the sheer
enjoyment of the aroma, essential oils that are breathed in can offer
therapeutic benefits. These benefits do not occur with the use of perfume oils.
DON'T: Don't buy essential oils with rubber glass dropper tops. Essential
oils are very concentrated and will turn the rubber to a gum thus ruining the
oil.
DO: Buy from established vendors. It is wise not to purchase oils from
vendors at street fairs, craft shows, or other limited-time events. Even
experienced users can have difficulties determining diluted or impure oils by a
quick smell.
DO: Purchase essential oils from reputable high volume companies. Essential
oils are volatile and even with proper packaging will degrade over time.
Purchasing from mail order companies may result in obtaining higher quality oils
at a lower cost than purchasing oils from a local health food establishment that
rarely turns over their inventory.
DO: Store your oils in dark glass (amber or cobalt blue) and in a cool, dark
place. Storing them in an enclosed space will extend their usefulness.
DO: Pay special attention to all safety information on all essential oils
that you use. This is even more important if you have any medical condition or
are pregnant.
DO: Last but not least, do enjoy the aromatherapy lifestyle!
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Legal Stuff:
Information provided is not designed to diagnose, prescribe, or treat
any illness, or injury and is provided for informational purposes only.
Always consult a medical doctor, or other alternative medical practitioner when
suffering from any disease, illness, or injury, or before attempting a
traditional or folk remedy. Keep all products away from children. As
with any natural product, they can be toxic if misused.
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