What is Aromatherapy?

The word aromatherapy means “treatment using scents.” It refers to a particular branch of herbal medicine that uses concentrated plant oils called essential oils to improve physical and emotional health, and to restore balance to the whole person. Unlike the herbs used in herbal medicine, essential oils are not taken internally, but are inhaled or applied to the skin. Each oil has its own natural fragrance, and a gentle healing action that makes aromatherapy one of the most pleasant and popular of all the available complementary therapies. Aromatic plant oils have been used therapeutically for thousands of years all around the world , for example, in ancient Egyptian, Indian, Chinese, Arabic and Greek cultures. The therapist at Blossom is dedicated to only using the highest grade of organic essential oils in all her treatments and products. The essential oils, massage oils and creams are all natural and organic and tested by the therapist herself before used on clients or sold.

Benefits of Aromatherapy

Essential oils enter the body by two main routes – the skin and the nose. Since they are organic and they enter and leave the body without leaving any toxins behind. When absorbed through the skin, the essential oils enter directly into the blood stream , helping to bring oxygen and nutrients to the tissues whilst assisting in the disposal of carbon dioxide and waste materials. Each oil has its unique properties affecting different systems of the body and it’s organs. With careful blending and dosage treatments bring various results, from relieving physical symptoms to mental alertness or peace to an emotional sense of well being.

Some of the conditions that are treated with Aromatherapy include:
  • Headaches
  • Sore and tense muscles
  • Sports injuries
  • Lowering fevers
  • Earaches
  • Burns
  • Aches and Pains
  • Skin problems
  • Immune system ailments
  • Arthritis
  • High or low blood pressure
  • Pregnancy and child birth assistance
  • Colds and flues
  • Digestive problems
  • Detoxifying of the body
  • Childhood ailments
  • Respiratory complaints
  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Depression
  • Insomnia
  • Fatigue
  • Shock and trauma
And more all in a safe and natural way…
The essential oils are applied through various methods such as massage, steam inhalation, baths, compresses, creams and more. After the assessment appropriate treatment is discussed and carried out.