Aromatherapy And The Power Of Scent

The power of scent can create such a dynamic response within the individual. Such is my own Aromatherapy initiation back in my late teens when I visited a natural beauty therapist who used Aromatherapy skincare products. I can distinctly recall how deeply relaxed and calm I felt following the Lavender essential oil facial steam. That experience has stayed with me long after days gone by. It’s familiarity stays indelibly highlighted as …'my first professional facial’…ahh!

Of course there are certain scents that trigger not so pleasant memories. As an Aromatherapist, choosing oils for individuals is a combination of knowledge and intuition. I want the person to have a pleasant if not euphoric experience when they are enjoying an aromatherapy massage. Choosing the oils therefore requires me to gather information on an energetic level. The individual may present with a physical complaint but more often than not this is simply masking stress which ultimately comes from emotional dysfunction. It’s not what happens to you in life but how you react. The difference between understanding this and denying it is simply awareness.

I also utilise the use of body language, reflexology and the emotional connection related to specific meridians. The result of this analysis guides me to determine, therefore, whether the oils need to be physically stimulating, or more subtle and grounding in their effect. Otherwise a relaxing or rejuvenating blend to bring back balance and harmony is often the order of the day.

Combining intuitive wisdom with Aromatherapy therefore is very grounding creating outcome with purpose. The treatment can thereby be designed to continue at home using the required oils in the bath, diffuser or in a moisturiser etc. To create that subtle effect on the emotions the quality of the essential oil is paramount. An essential oil that is adulterated in any way will not give you the desired effect as the nature vibration of the oil has been distorted. I chose to distribute products knowing that not only have the oils been sourced from selected suppliers and rigorously tested but ultimately it is the discerning nose that does not compromise on the true power of scent!

About The Author

Angela Power has a background spanning over 25 years as a health professional focused on a career in primary care medical nursing for over 20 years and as a natural therapist since 1988. In addition to the 'Garden Apothecary', Angela also operates her own 'Touch of Power' natural therapies business involving scenar therapy and massage treatments on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.

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