Skincare Aroma: Holistic Skin Care Treatments

Skincare-News.com helps readers discover the history of aromatherapy and holistic treatments and how people can incorporate these ancient practices into their lives.

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) October 28, 2007 -- The first use of aromatherapy has been traced back to the Stone Age. Since then, people all over the world throughout history have used scented oils. Skincare-News.com's latest article, "Aromatherapy, Holistic Treatments and Home Care," explores how scents can be beneficial for mind and body.
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Aromatherapy is defined as an alternative therapy that uses scented compounds from plants and flowers for affecting a person's mood or health. Egyptians started using essential oils 5,000 years ago for massage, bathing, and medicinal purposes. It has also been used for many centuries in India, Greece and Italy.

According to the article, it wasn't until the early 1980's that Americans began to discover the uses of essential oils in many cosmetics and household products.

When trying aromatherapy for the first time, begin with several simple steps. Stop and smell everything -- plants, herbs, flowers and fruit. Take note of fragrances that are pleasing or affect mood. Next, buy aromatherapy oil and try it out. Put a few drops in the bath, on a pillow or mix it with an unscented lotion. There are certain oils that are designated for relaxation, and other oils that will revive or "wake up" the senses.

There are several national and international spas that use aromatherapy products in all of their treatments, whether it's for the face, body, or nails. The mission of these spas is to use a combination of internal body cleanses, spa treatments with a heavy dose of essential oils, organic foods and teas.

When attending a spa of any type, ask the esthetician or massage therapist to begin with some aromatherapy.

Traditionally, frankincense, patchouli and sandalwood are suggested aphrodisiacs. Studies have shown that pumpkin and vanilla are favorites of men and remind them of home. Lavender and chamomile are suggested for calming anxiety, and eucalyptus and peppermint are great as reviving oils in products like foot lotion and stimulating shampoos.

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