Aromatherapy essential oils are extracted from
natural sources, ie. flowers, grasses, fruits,
leaves, trees and roots.
There are over 300 different essential oils
and quite a few of them are used widely in the
cosmetics and food industries. In fact,
modern day medicines are chemical copies of the
natural sources of essential oils.
Each individual oil has potent medicinal benefits. For
example, Peppermint Oil is excellent for the
relief of digestive disorders but can also treat
rheumatism and arthritis. We all know the
benefits of peppermint oils can bring to confectionery!
Lavender is called the Mother of all Oils as
it has so many benefits which include calming,
sedative and healing. Lavender and Tea
Tree oils are the only two oils that are recommended
to put directly on to the skin. All other
oils should be blended with a carrier oil such
as Sweet Almond Oil to prevent it irritating
the skin.
Essential oils boost the spiritual and emotional
areas of our lives and are powerful anti-viral,
anti-bacterial and anti-fungal remedies.
When entering or leaving the body, essential
oils leave no toxins behind – and therefore
are extremely safe to use. A lymphatic
massage acts as an internal cleanser and helps
to release the bodies own toxins. It is
important that you drink lots of water following
an aromatherapy massage in order to flush out
any released toxins from your body.
The use of aromatherapy oils has been around
for many thousands of years. Babylonians
are said to have scented the mortar used in their
temples – which has been handed down through
the generations.
You might be surprised to learn that aromatherapy
oils are used in what is termed Indirect
Perfuming. Customers are encouraged
to shop and feel relaxed whilst breathing in
various combinations of scents via the store’s
or shopping mall’s ventilation system. Some
airlines use essential oils to help keep passengers
relaxed and work places pipe aromas through their
air-conditioning units to help boost confidence
and productivity.
So, imagine coupling the powerful health benefits
of aromatherapy with the hydrotherapy benefits
of a hot tub. A synergistic force to be
reckoned with.
The powerful massage systems built into Aegean
Master Spas create a similar effect you would
get if you had a personal body massage. So,
by adding our specially blended for
hot tub use aromatherapy crystals or elixirs in your
tub you can either revive your calm your mood,
depending on the choice of aroma.
Lavender is perfect to use if you have a hot
tub session just before bed time. Helping
you to unwind and relax to aid a good night’s
sleep. Grapefruit Orange is a stimulating
blend which uplifts the spirit making you feel
lighter and brighter. The Directory
of Essential Oils by Wanda Sellar gives
an informative guide to the best oils to use
for any given situation. Please note that
pure essential oils should not be added directly
to your hot tub – only blended oils specifically
for hot tub use should be used.
Next time you have a hot tub session why not
consider adding a small amount of our aromatherapy
blends to calm or enhance your mood.
Remember to drink lots of water after your hydrotherapy
session – a must for re-hydration. |
