Essential oils are inhaled into the body where they will stimulate cellular renewal, enhance emotions and rejuvenate the spirit. When inhaled the molecules of the oil are carried in the aroma where it penetrates the bloodstream through the lungs to cause physiological change. These changes affect the limbic area of the brain - an area that is related to emotions and memories. Our sense of smell works on a subconscious level. The limbic system regulates sensory motor activities as well as influencing our behavior, emotions, memories, and sexual urges.
Essential oils help reduce stress and tension, they refresh and invigorate.
Aromatherapy improves health by working with your body in a natural way. Because essential oils do not appear to lose their effect with repeated applications, aromatherapy compliments most types of therapy be it conventional or alternative. Because the sense of smell is so immediate, the fragrance from an oil will affect the body s chemical balance quickly. When I first started doing aromatherapy I began a loose-leaf notebook. One oil per page, interesting tidbits, warnings, and a section for recipes.