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I believe that people everywhere are thinking “green” and in turn we want to use anything that is all natural wherever and whenever we can. This is one reason why we are more educated with the knowledge of essential oils.
There is a lot more to aromatherapy then just the aromatherapy candles. Aromatherapy has been used for thousands of years for healing and spiritual purposes, and this will only continue to get more popular the more we know and understand aromatherapy.
Take peppermint, it stimulates your nervous system and your body will in turn feel more energized. Before you drink your coffee in the morning, first take a shower with citrus scented soap. The citrus oils not only have a refreshing scent but can be very energizing, you may even feel you don’t really need that coffee after all. The next time you have a headache try lavender essential oils, message oil on temples and forehead and see how much better you feel, you can even spray some on your pillow for a good night sleep.
I have heard so much about aromatherapy candles, bath oils and the benefits of such, however, it wasn’t until just lately that I heard of color therapy. Now my thinking is that if you were to combine aromatherapy with color therapy how much more would you benefit from this.
Here are a few examples of what I’m talking about. Black provides self confidence, power and strength. Green has a soothing, relaxing effect not only mentally but physically. Yellow is for energy and improves your memory. Red stimulates your brain wave activity and also excites your sexual glands.
Just imagine, you had a hard day at work, kids a little unruly, say you have painted your bathroom green so you run a hot bath, light some aromatherapy candles and you are well on your way to a much better evening. Or say you have a really important job interview, wear your best black suit and you will appear more self confident. I think there is really something to this stuff if you take the time to figure out how it will suit you best.
I love aromatherapy candles and I buy them quite often, I have however, noticed they tend to be a bit expensive depending on how often you buy them. So I have decide to make them and save some money and here is how I do it.
First, you will need containers for your aromatherapy candles, pint sized canning jars or jelly jars work great, next you will need wax, beeswax is best but can be expensive, paraffin wax is not recommended for indoor use. You will also need essential oil, about 5 drops for 2 cups of wax flakes.
You will need to melt the wax the same way the directions tell you to according to the wax you purchased, add your essential oil to melted wax after you removed it from the heat, stir to incorporate the wax and the oil, next set the wick in the jar and while keeping the wick in place pour in the wax. Using a wick setter is great for making aromatherapy candles. After you have allowed the candles to cool until they are solid you can begin burning them or better yet, give them as a gift, they make terrific gifts.
I have to admit that I love living in Michigan, I do sometimes complain about the weather in the winter only because I hate being cold. However, where else can you live and get all the seasons as pretty as it is in Michigan. One thing I love to do is to open my windows and let some fresh air into the house. Can’t do that in the winter.
What I have always done is light candles, and I didn’t used to care what kind. I have sense realized that by lighting aromatherapy candles not only does my house smell wonderful but I feel wonderful. There are so many different kinds of aromatherapy candles to choose from depending on your mood. Try it everyday and I promise it will uplift your spirits and you will feel great.
Most people are well aware of the nutritional benefits of sodium, potassium and calcium. Each of these minerals is required by the body for dietary purposes, and they keep us healthy and functioning at peak condition. Still, the beneficial properties of minerals go far beyond the dietary realm. Bath mineral salts add therapeutic value to what would otherwise be a routine bathing experience.
Calcium is highly touted for increasing circulation and cleansing clogged pores. Sodium bolsters the immune system and binds together with water to alleviate dry skin. It also helps with the regular functions of cells – collecting nourishment and expunging waste materials. Potassium adds a vital boost of energy to the body; people who put on water weight are usually experiencing potassium deficiency.