The Breakdown of Aromatherapy Massage
An aromatherapy massage is not something to be missed. Everyone
should indulge themselves, or someone they love, with a massage
package that pampers their body from head to toe. Rubbed down with
an essential oil mixed with almond or grapeseed oil is a pleasure
not to be missed. Imagine, the incredible scents drafting up to the
nostrils and then that blissful sense of peace entering as the
tension leaves. It is pure heaven on earth.
Most aromatherapy massages take place in a spa. The session begins
with you undressing and being draped with towels to cover any areas
not being treated by the rubdown. The masseuse will combine
essential oil with base oil in order to produce aromatic oil which
will be used during the session. Different aromatherapy essential
oils include: lavender, vanilla, peppermint, eucalyptus and
sandalwood. The base oil may be grapeseed oil, apricot oil or almond
oil. The masseuse will probably not use any body lotions, as these
have a tendency to wear off quickly during a massage. Oil is the
preferred medium with which to work their magic.
So why do aromatherapy essential oils work? Your brain has olfactory
sensors that go off when you smell something. If you smell something
displeasing to you, then your body will react to that smell by
causing you to back away or become upset. There are scents occurring
in nature that cause your brain to release different chemicals in
response to their aroma. Take for example peppermint. Peppermint
essential oil is considered to be an energizing scent. The brain
becomes more active and awake when smelling peppermint.
There is a difference between the types of aromatherapy oil used for
an aromatherapy massage and an essential oil used to diffuse scent
throughout the home. The scents used in a diffuser are much stronger
than those made to be put on the human skin. Highly concentrated oil
can cause irritation, break outs and even allergic reactions.
An aromatherapy massage is a great delight and your body will
appreciate the fact that you took the time to get one. No matter
where you get the body massage, or what type of essential oil is
used, your body will feel better than it has in years. You will feel
relaxed, energized and ready to step out and conquer the whole
world.
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