Aroma Therapy with essential oils
Aromatherapy uses the healing effects of essential oils via the sense of smell and through the skin or in certain cases via internal use (ingestion).
People already knew essential oils 5000 years ago. Scientists found a Mesopotamian distiller from this period, which was used to produce essential oils. Aromatherapy was later forgotten.
The term “aromatherapy” was coined by the French chemist René-Maurice Gattefossé, who experienced the effects of essential oils in 1910 through dramatic circumstances and an accident on his own body: after an explosion, he suffered burns on his scalp and hands. Spontaneously, he supplied his burns with lavender oil. To his astonishment, the burns disappeared surprisingly quickly and without scarring. Gattefossé began to study the medicinal properties of the essential oils more closely and published his findings in books: “Physiological Aesthetics and Beauty Products”, “Aromatherapy” and “Essential Antiseptics”
Essential oils are effective.
Ultimately, essential oils are nothing more than chemical compounds, which can therefore have a certain effect on an organism. In contrast to synthetic active ingredients, however, they were produced in a natural way: They come from various plants, which naturally produce the essential oils to attract insects or drive away predators. By gentle extraction (e.g. distillation, cold pressing), the essential oils are then extracted from the various plants and parts of plants (e.g. bark, flower, fruit skin, etc.) and made accessible to humans. How well an essential oil works and how it can be used also depends on its quality, among other things. Because not every essential oil is really pure and natural. doTERRA oils are 100% pure, natural and of the highest therapeutic quality.
For legal reasons, it is not permitted to make statements about the medicinal effects in connection with essential oils. However, it is a fact that essential oils are also used in medical facilities. Here is some literature:
3 types of use of essential oils
Single oils or complex mixtures can be applied using three different methods:
- Aromatic application (diffusion)
- External application (topical)
- Internal use (ingestion)
In general, only essential oils that are 100% pure and have a therapeutic quality should be used. doTERRA oils fulfill this property. The type of oil is also important when using essential oils. Every oil has specific properties and not every oil is suitable for all three application methods. Therefore, please inform yourself in advance about the properties of the oil in question. The tips and recommendations mentioned here serve exclusively for neutral information and general further education and do not replace a visit, diagnosis or treatment by a doctor or therapist.
What are the essential oils used for?
There are many areas of application of essential oils. Here some examples:
- bath additive
- Supporting well-being through fragrances
- Massage Oil
cleaning supplies - Perfume
- Food additive
- Sore muscles and tension
- Revive or calm mood
- Etc.
Single oils for massages
Use single oils or create your own blends. As carrier oil, doTERRA offers fractionated coconut oil, which is odorless and can be easily and quickly mixed with the respective essential oil.
doTERRA offers a variety of individual oils that are suitable for massages.
Basil
Bergamont
Blue Tansy
Douglas Fir
Eucalyptus
Fennel
Geranium
Grapefuit
Spearmint
Hawaiin Sandelwood
Spikenard
Ginger
Cardamom
Cassia
Copaiba
Coriander
Cilantro
Lavender
Arbovitae
Lime
Tangerine
Majoram
Clary Sage
Myrrh
Bitter orange blossom (Neroli)
Oregano
Petitgrain
Roman Camomille
Rosemary
Sandelwood
Black Pepper
Sibirian Fir
Vetiver
Juniper Berry
Wild orange
Wintergreen
Cedarwood
Cinnamon
Lemon
The aroma touch kit for massage therapists
The kit contains the following essential oils and oil mixtures:
AromaTouch®
doTERRA Balance®
Lavendel (Lavender)
Weihrauch (Melaleuca)
Wildorange (Wild Orange)
Pfefferminze (Peppermint)
OnGuard®
Also included as a carrier oil in the kit:fractionated Coconut Oil
The Aroma Touch Technique
The AromaTouch Technique was developed by Dr. David K. Hill, one of the leading experts in the use of essential oils. It involves the application of eight pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils or blends in a specific order along the spine and on the reflex points of the feet. This enhances overall well-being. Each oil used in the AromaTouch Technique is carefully selected for its powerful aromatic properties. The technique itself is gentle and adaptable, making it suitable even for young or sensitive skin. As a result, everyone can enjoy the massage and the overwhelming sensory experience in a deeply relaxing way.
Aromatherapists and masseurs as independent product consultants
As a masseur or aromatherapist, you know your way around and know what is important for good essential oils. You know which blends your customers like and you know what you value in high-quality essential oils. Nobody could advise your customers better than you. Every day you ensure the well-being of your customers and use the right massage oils for every situation. Surely you will often be asked which oil is your favorite oil or which oils you use yourself. Get to know the oils from doTERRA now and become an independent product consultant yourself. essentialoils24 was founded by a marketing expert. Therefore we can give you many helpful tips and coach you. Because we believe in doTERRA and we believe in you. Start now as Wellness Advocate from doTERRA.