What You Always Wanted to Know About Aromatherapy

According to the excellent website of Aroma Sensations, Inc., each symptom has an appropriate aromatherapy oil selection. For further information, email: info@aromasensations.com. If you use an aromatherapy oil, be sure to protect your furniture and clothing before you open any container. Oils do spill if tipped.

Do not use rosemary with lavender. Rosemary is not to be used by people with high blood pressure, epilepsy seizures, or if pregnant. Do not use rosemary with lavender. Rosemary is a stimulant. Use one or the other. This is repeated under the heading, migraines, below. That's why it's important to know what the effects the oils have on people with predispositions or conditions. Do your research on what happens when you use specific oils or combination before you buy any oils.

If you have any medical conditions or are pregnant, always consult your physician before using any type of aromatherapy product or oil. In Sacramento, another aromatherapy firm with excellent quality oils is Mt. Shasta Naturals Aromatherapy, located at 1021 R St,Sacramento, CA 95811.

According to its website, Mt. Shasta Naturals Aromatherapy in Sacramento began in 1994. Susan Strain, founder and Chief Executive Officer, lived in Mt. Shasta City in Northern California for a number of years. Her profound connection to Mother Nature, the sacredness of the mountain and her Native American heritage have melded in the creation of an holistic aromatherapy product line revered for quality and beneficial results.

Her expertise in cosmetic manufacturing began in 1970. Susan's knowledge includes purchasing, production management, administration, sales, safety compliance and logistics. After functioning as Director of Purchasing for one of the largest aromatherapy companies in the natural products industry, she discovered her interest in natural ingredients and began an intensive study of the healthful properties of essential oils.

Through her participation in medical aromatherapy seminars, she networked with brokers who supply medical grade, all organic essential oils to physicians and pharmacists in Europe. These connections enabled her to source therapeutic grade natural ingredients for the Mt. Shasta Naturals Aromatherapy product line. As a purist, Susan knows that true therapeutic quality aromatherapy has an amazing potential to increase the quality of one's life.

After formulating numerable synergies, she discovered that she has a natural gift of hands that heal. As a way of directing that gift, she became a Reiki Master/Teacher and now applies Reiki throughout the production cycle. Mt. Shasta Naturals Aromatherapy is unique. All products are custom blended with tender loving care, and the products you receive are fresh and new. Mt. Shasta Naturals has been committed to 'going green' long before it became mainstream. The company's products are 100% organic, free of synthetic preservatives, artificial colorants or petro-chemical based fragrances.

The information provided online by any company about aromatherapy oils are for information and education, and never intended to replace medical advice. Be aware that a variety of oils are available online from different companies and usually vary in effectiveness based on your individual response or reaction to any particular oil.

Here are some of the oil selections that go with various symptoms, according to aromatherapy information online, according to the website of another aromatherapy firm, Aroma Sensations, Inc. There are numerous aromatherapy sellers online. Check them out and do your research to find out what's in them and for what purposes they usually are intended.

According to the Aroma Sensations, Inc. website, Ylang-chamomile is recommended for ADD/ADHD (attention deficit disorder). For general aches, rose is listed. Here are the other symptoms and aromatherapy oil selections. Remember that different oils made in various ways are on the market found online or in health food stores.

So you need to research what's in the oil, how it was extracted with what, and what's in it, depending upon the source and the brand. Don't put any oil full-strength on your skin. Find out how it is to be diluted and whether it's for only external use. For further information, e-mail Aroma Sensations, Inc. at: info@aromasensations.com.

Symptoms Aromatherapy Oil Selections

ADD/ADHD, Ylang, chamomile

Allergies, Eucalyptus, Pine

Anxiety, Bergamot, Lavendeer, Mandarin, Ylang, Chamomile

Appetite Suppressant, Apple, Grapefruit

Asthma, Marjoram, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary. (The only issue is that peppermint tea may cause wheezing in asthmatics.) So find out what your adverse reaction is to as far as an oil before you combine any oil or choose one oil.

Bronchitis, Marjoram, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary.

Cold, Marjoram, Pine

Cough/Sore Throat, Eucaluptus, Peppermint, Marjoram, Pine, Rose, Rosemary

Be aware that rosemary is a stimulant. Don't take rosemary internally if you have seizures or an over-aroused nervous system prone to be easily over-stimulated. Same goes for sage.

Decongestion, Anti-Smoke, Pine, Eucalyptus

Depression, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Rose, Ylang

Fatigue (mental), Peppermint (Don't drink peppermint tea if you have asthma and wheeze from peppermint teas.)

Fibromyalgia, Muscle Mist (spray) - Lavender

Flu, Bergamot, Pine

Headaches, Grapefruit, Lavender, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Muscle Mist

High blood pressure, Lavender, Ylang

Hot flashes, Rosemary, rose

Immune system, Anti-smoke, Marjoram, Mandarin (children). Check with your pediatrician the appropiate age at which your child can benefit from mandarin oil aromatherapy.

Insomnia, Mandarin, Lavender, Chamomile, Rose, Ylang

Memory Enhancement, Rosemary

Mental Focus/Concentration, Ylang

Migraines, some types of migraines, Rosemary, Peppermint, or Lavender. Don't use rosemary with lavender. Use one or the other. Do not use rosemary with lavender. Rosemary is not to be used by people with high blood pressure, epilepsy, various types of seizures, or if pregnant. Repeat: Do not use rosemary with lavender.

Morning Sickness, Mandarin (always check with your doctor if you're pregnant before you breathe any oil scent.)

Nervous Exhaustion, tension, Ylang, Grapefruit, Lavender, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Chamomile

Odor suppressor/air freshener, Apple, Rose, Mandarin

PMS, Menstrual cramps, Lavender, Rose

Relaxant, Lavender, Ylang, Rose, Chamomile

Sea & Travel Sickness, Lavender, Peppermint

Sinus headaches, Pine, Marjoram, Eyucalyptus

Smoking, Anti-Smoke

Snoring/Sleep Apnea, Marjoram

Stimulant, Rosemary, Peppermint

Stress, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Mandarin, Peppermint, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Ylang, Chamomile

Vertigo, Lavender, Peppermint