Aromatherapy Guide
Refer to AromaWeb's extensive Aromatherapy Guide to learn about aromatherapy and how to use essential oils. In addition to the Aromatherapy Guide, be sure to also read the information and essential oil profiles located within AromaWeb's Essential Oil Guide area.
| Aromatherapy Articles & Guide Sections: Clicking on one of the below section names will take you to corresponding section on this page: |
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| • Introductory Aromatherapy Information |  |
• Aromatherapy Reference |
| • Aromatic Ingredients | • Aromatherapy for Men | |
| • Aromatherapy Safety Information | • Aromatherapy for Romance | |
| • Aromatherapy for Emotional Well-Being | • Essential Oil Blending Guide | |
| • What's in a Name? | • Verifying Essential Oil Quality | |
| • Aromatherapy Education | • Aromatherapy Spirituality & Enlightenment | |
| • How to Shop for Oils and Other Products | • Aromatherapy & the Chakras | |
| • Essential Oils for Specific Purposes | • Aromatherapy Advertiser Spotlight | |
| • Caring for Essential Oils | ||
Introductory Aromatherapy Information
- What is Aromatherapy?
- History of Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy Safety Information
- Aromatherapy Education
- Guide to Diluting Essential Oils
- Essential Oils That May Cause Dermal Irritation and Skin Sensitization
- Essential Oils and Phototoxicity
- Perform an Essential Oil Skin Patch Test
- Internal Use of Essential Oils
- The Importance of Using Botanical Names with Essential Oils
- The Parts of Plants That Produce Essential Oil
- Essential Oil Yields
- Not All Botanicals Produce Essential Oil (Or Much Essential Oil)
- Are Essential Oils Gluten Free?
- Essential Oil Uses
- Aromatherapy Tips for Beginners
- Is All the Hype True About Aromatherapy?
- Aromatherapy is Science Based
- Essential Oils Are More Than Just "Scents"
Aromatic Ingredients
In aromatherapy, only pure and natural essential oils, absolutes, floral waters, resins, carrier oils, infused oils, herbs and other natural substances are used. Read about the natural ingredients used in aromatherapy:
- What are Essential Oils?
- What are Absolutes?
- What are CO2s?
- What are Carrier Oils?
- What are Infused Oils/Macerated Oils?
- What are Resins?
- What are Hydrosols (Floral Waters)?
- What are Aromatherapy Oils?
The term aromatherapy oil can be confusing as it can mean different things to different people. This article helps to shed light on what to watch out for when you find oils described as aromatherapy oils. - What are Fragrance Oils?
Fragrance oils and products containing synthetic compounds are not used in the practice of holistic aromatherapy. Read the explanation here. - What are Flower Essences (Flower Remedies)?
Because the term Flower Essence is similar to the term Essential Oil, individuals sometimes get the terms confused. For this reason, I'll briefly introduce and describe Flower Essences within this article.
Aromatherapy and Essential Oil Safety
Essential oils must be treated with respect and care. Learn more about the safety precautions that you need to take within these must-read articles:
- Essential Oil Safety
- Essential Oils and Phototoxicity
- Guide to Diluting Essential Oils
- Internal Use of Essential Oils
- Aromatherapy Education
Aromatherapy Education
- Aromatherapy Education
Find out about all the ways that you can learn more about aromatherapy and the pros and cons for each. Includes tips and guidance on how to select an appropriate distance learning aromatherapy course.
Aromatherapy for Emotional Well-Being
- Aromatherapy for Emotional Well-Being
Although aromatherapy should not be considered a miracle cure for serious emotional issues, the use of essential oils can assist, sometimes greatly, with particular emotional issues. Learn more within this article.
What's In a Name?
- What's In a Name?
That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. At first glance, the term aromatherapy seems straightforward enough. How confusing can the combination of two simple everyday words such as aroma and therapy be? In reality, the term aromatherapy leads to two false assumptions...
How to Shop for Oils and Products
- How to Buy Essential Oils
- Essential Oil Costs and Pricing
- Organic Essential Oils
- How to Buy Aromatherapy Products
- Aromatherapy Product List
- Harmful Skincare Ingredients
- FDA Regulation of Aromatherapy Products
- The Terms "Therapeutic Grade" and "Aromatherapy Grade" Can Be Potentially Misleading
- Favorite Essential Oils
- Finding a Qualified Aromatherapy Practitioner
- All About Aromatherapy Diffusers
- Aromatherapy Inhalers
- Essential Oil Jewelry
- Incense and Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy Candles
Essential Oils for Specific Purposes
- Aromatherapy and Depression
- Aromatherapy for Headaches
- Aromatherapy and Insomnia
- Aromatherapy and Anosmia (Loss of Sense of Smell)
- Aromatherapy and Weight Loss
- Aromatherapy and Quitting Smoking (Smoking Cessation)
- Aromatherapy and Essential Oils at Bathtime
- Aromatherapy Massage
- Aromatherapy for Diabetes
- Aromatherapy for Arthritis
- Aromatherapy During Pregnancy
- Aromatherapy for Children
- Aromatherapy and Essential Oils to Help Cool You Down When You're Hot
- Aromatherapy Tips to Help Combat the Winter Blues and Holiday Blues
- Reducing the Risk of Contracting Flus and Colds With Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy for Travel
- Steps to Minimize the Risk of Contracting Viruses and the Flu
- Aromatherapy for Animals and Pets
- All About Aromatherapy Diffusers
- Aromatherapy Inhalers
- Essential Oil Jewelry
- Essential Oil and Aromatherapy Inhalation Patches
- Incense and Aromatherapy
- Remove Odors Naturally With Aromatherapy and Natural Ingredients
- Natural Holiday Home Fragrancing Ideas
Caring for Your Essential Oils
- Storing Your Essential Oils
- Essential Oil Shelf Life
- How to Use Up Aging Essential Oils
- Essential Oil Disposal
- Reusing Essential Oil Bottles
Aromatherapy Reference
- Measurements
- Calculating Percentages for Aromatherapy Recipes and Formulations
- Understanding Fluid Ounces vs. Net Weight Ounces
- General Glossary
Aromatherapy for Men
- Aromatherapy for Men
Men have played a huge role in aromatherapy since its onset. Read this overview to learn how men can enjoy aromatherapy as a part of their daily lives. - Aromatherapy Practices for Men
Read about the aromatherapy practices that men use and enjoy most. - Essential Oils Favored By Men
This link will lead you to this Essential Oil Profile section that showcases the earthy, spicy, woody and citrus essential oils that men love most. - Aromatherapy Tips for Formulating Masculine/Earthy Blends
Borrowed from AromaWeb's Aromatherapy Blending Guide, this article offers a quick introduction to creating masculine aromatherapy and essential oils blends. Includes suggestions for oil substitutions.
Aromatherapy for Romance
- Aromatherapy for Romance
Aromatherapy, natural botanicals and natural fragrancing all tantalize our sense of smell. They play a significant role within romance, love and intimacy. Take a look within this article. - Setting the Mood
Preciously fragranced room sprays, body mists, bath oils, massage oils, and other natural aromatics can enhance a romantic evening or add variety and intrigue to your marriage. Read on for ideas. - Aromatherapy Aphrodisiacs
Learn about sensual essential oils and aphrodisiacs.
Aromatherapy Blending Guide
- Part 1:
Introduction to Blending Essential Oils - Part 2:
Aromatic Essential Oil Blending - Part 3:
Aromatherapy Tips for Formulating Masculine/Earthy Blends - Part 4:
Therapeutic Essential Oil Blending - Part 5:
Working With and Blending Thick Aromatic Oils - Part 6:
Substituting Essential Oils in Aromatherapy Blends
Verifying Essential Oil Quality
- Part 1:
Introduction - Part 2:
Why Is the Quality/Purity of an Essential Oil Important? - Part 3:
Aren't Most Essential Oils Pure? - Part 4:
Constituents - What do Essential Oils Consist Of? - Part 5:
Quality vs. Purity - Aren't They the Same Thing? - Part 6:
Quantifiable Testing of Essential Oils - Part 7:
GC-MS Test Results - How Can They Be Used? - Part 8:
Organoleptic Testing of Essential Oils - Part 9:
Other Quantifiable Tests for Testing the Quality and Purity of Essential Oils - Part 10:
Essential Oil Quality and Purity Conclusion: Final Questions/Answers
Essential Oils for Spirituality & Enlightenment
- Introduction
- Essential Oils for Spirituality
- Meditating With Essential Oils
- Praying With Essential Oils
- Aromatic Botanicals, Aromatherapy and the Bible
- Aromatic Botanicals of the Bible
- Anointing With Essential Oils
- Incense and Spirituality
- Essential Oils to Cleanse, Purify and Combat Negativity
- Native American Smudging Rituals
- Aromatherapy and Astrology
Chakras & Aromatherapy
- Introduction to the Chakras
- Balancing the Chakras Using Essential Oils
- The Root Chakra
- The Sacral Chakra
- The Solar Plexus Chakra
- The Heart Chakra
- The Throat Chakra
- The Third Eye (Brow) Chakra
- The Crown Chakra
