As you know aromatherapy depends on the use of aromatherapy essential oils. Therefore, you can take it as read, that your study of the profession, have to include a clear awareness of these essential oils. Aromatherapy essential oils are highly concentrated substances derived from plants. The substances, are removed from the leaves, flowers, roots and barks, of plants usually by a method of distillation. Aromatherapy essential oils are applied to promote healing of the mind, body and spirit.

It cannot be over emphasized, that the use of essential oils in aromatherapy, are one of the most natural ways to promote a healthy existence. Lots of hazards are created by contaminants in the air, owing to manufacturing and other processes. There are numerous dangerous substances, responsible for bad smells, that may be thought of as the complete opposite of essential oils. Regrettably, artificially scented aerosols may do little more than mask these airborne intruders. We are fortunate that there is a reputable defence, in aromatherapy, that can assist in dealing with such problems. with natural odours, but not everyone is aware that they are readily available, through natural aromatic oils .

The ways that essential oils are obtained from plants, are pressing, distillation, effleurage and solvent extraction. For interested parties, there are books and other sources that explain the procedures in detail, and a visit to your bookshop, or a Google search could assist.

The massive amount of plant materials needed, just to create a very small vial of aromatherapy essential oil, means it will be moderately dear. But, that's what makes it so efficient. Bear in mind that aromatherapy essential oils are greatly concentrated, which means that only a few drops at a time are needed, to have the required effect.

The chief objective of aromatherapy essential oils is our sense of smell. When aromatherapy essential oils are inhaled, the odour activates the cells in our nose, resulting in a signal that is sent to the emotional center of the brain, called the ?limbic system.? It is associated with other areas of the brain, responsible for breathing, blood circulation, and memory, and is related to the endocrine glands, that control hormonal balance in the body.