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Injestion inhalation of aromatherapy and massage base Getting started with aromatherapy? Ecco un po 'primer to begin to moderate student of this practice, with some important notes about essential oil safety - There are three traditional methods of using essential oils for aromatherapy, "to be English, French and German models . The model consists of English, which is now called "Aromatherapy Massage" - involving the dilution of essential oils in the "Carrier" or "basic" and applied topically to skin oils. As the essential oils and carrier oils are compatible with the skin, essential oils are absorbed into the bloodstream with a consequent physiological effect. Topical application is the preferred method for the use of many essential oils. The most significant dilution of essential oils (often less than 3% of total), for causing skin irritation. Lavender Oil and Chamomile Oil are two essential oils that can be "clean" or without dilution, while others, such as cinnamon oil and oregano oil should never be applied topically undiluted - they may, once highly diluted to the bottom of feet. A very small quantity should be tested first. The interesting thing is that the topical application of essential oils tend, through the skin quite easily, as they are lipotropic (fat soluble) and their molecular structure is very low. In this way, their possible effects can be targeted - if one has digestive problems, rubbing Peppermint Oil diluted in a carrier oil (a pure vegetable oil or nut) to help the abdomen. In the same way, rubbing Chamomile Oil or Lavender Oil into the solar plexus (bottom tip of the steum) may relieve the tension. The French model is swallowed and 'clean' or undiluted topical application of essential oils. Perhaps this is something Bravado methods are the result of the French production of some of the best in the world of lavender oils - also considered one of the safest oils in aromatherapy. As in the English model, essential oils are easily absorbed through the skin and blood. Many people directly apply oils such as frankincense, sandalwood and Myrhh their temples for meditation, for example. This is a practice, you should begin slowly so that the body or skin does not show any effect on previous procedures. ORAL INJESTION essential oils is not recommended only under the guidance of a physician or a qualified Aromatherapists. The German model is that the inhalation, where the essential oils lymbic directly to the system, and intimately associated emotional and hormonal systems. Oils are often diffused in a cold air diffuser, warmer or oil lamp - these tools disperse small droplets of essential oils into the surrounding air. When inhaled, the oil directly to the nervous system of chemical sensors. Some oils with high sesquiterpines like myrrh, sandalwood, vetiver, incense and oils, was found to increase drastically the supply of oxygen and in some areas of the brain, though in this way. With inhalation go slowly and a small amount - essential oils are very effective at low doses. You will know if you have enough - that tends to show disgust for the smell or even a mild headache that if the concentration of certain oils in the air too high. Inhalation is often effective for the effects of change of mind of essential oils, Rosemary for mental 'stimulation', Lavender for relaxation, etc. These effects are the result of essential oil components lymbic system of the brain - which in tu is closely linked to the emotional centers. Essential oil of a plant may have synergistic effects with another. You can certainly blend of essential oils in a diffuser or buer, a few drops of each oil desired. It is often a good result can be a combination of one or more sweet oil (rosemary, basil, orange), with more land and land (patchouli, incense, cedar). The effects are very personal - if you do not like the smell of an essential oil or combination of oils, it's probably a reason and not just for you! Your income may be too high or the oil (s) can not be with your body at that time chemistry. A note of safety: the essential oils are very powerful components of plants - are capable of harmful if misused. The essential oils can be very useful in some cases in other countries, and have little or no effect in others. They are not used to treat or cure serious diseases, there is no substitute for a consultation with a doctor responsible for all matters relating to health, or any other. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to you and ask your doctor before using essential oils. Please make sure there are no contraindications of an essential oil for your condition before using! Almost all essential oils should be diluted to the range from 1% to 3% in the selected carrier (or 'base') oil - oils of lavender and chamomile notable exceptions (though diluting not make them less effective) . Remember - start slowly, with attention to the way in which an oil application and is determined it makes you think, adjust, keep leaing and having fun!