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AromaTherapy is a healing practice utilizing finest subtleties and nuances. It is based on a holistic approach to healing rather than a modern scientific one. It played an important role in ancient Egypt and medieval alchemy. Today the benefits of Aromatherapy are being rediscovered. It is prudent to leave internal medication with essential oils to aroma therapists with medical training. NOTE: Essential oils should never be used on the eyes. *Biotone Aroma Therapy Oils were formerly known as AromaPlex Essentials. See Essential Applications

Bergamot: Citrus bergamia 100% Pure.
Bergaptene free. Common Uses: Anxiety, appetite regulator, digestion, acne, antiviral, menstrual cramps, PMS, antidepressant, insomnia, bronchitis, antiseptic, bactericide, asthma, relaxant, uplifting, confidence building.

Cinnamon Leaf: Cassia zeylanicum 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Warts, stings, circulation, rheumatism, refreshing, revitalizing, digestion, colds, flu, stress, antiseptic, astringent, stimulant, warming. NOTE: Not for use with sensitive skin.

Clary Sage: Salvia sclarea 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Antidepressant, antiseptic, digestion, relaxant, asthma, anxiety, stress, muscle pain, PMS, insomnia, tension, menstrual cramps, balancing. NOTE: Not to use if pregnant or with alcohol.

Cold & Flu (Now called Purify): 100% Pure.
Blend of Cedarwood, Pine and Cinnamon essential oils.

Energize (Now called Energy): 100% Pure.
Blend of Rosemary, Lemongrass, Bergamot and Lemon essential oils.

Eucalyptus: Eucalyptus globules 100% Pure.
Common Uses: decongestant, antiseptic, antiviral, colds, hair&scalp tonic, burns, muscular pain, bronchitis, bactericide, purifying, mental clarity, invigorating.

Geranium: Pelargonium graveolens 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Antidepressant, astringent, acne, insect repellent, anxiety, PMS, antiseptic, detoxify, dry skin, promotes healing, relaxant, balancing, normalizing. NOTE: Not for use if pregnant.

Grapefruit: Citrus paradisi 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Acne, detoxify, antidepressant, digestion, circulation, colds, balancing, refreshing, cheering. NOTE: Not for use with sun exposure.

Lavender: Lavandula angustifolia 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Antiviral, menstrual cramps, antibiotic, insomnia, burns, dry skin, anti-inflammatory, bronchitis, muscle pain, decongestant, analgesic, nausea, acne, headache, relaxant, antidepressant, anti-fungal, asthma, digestion, bactericide, calming, normalizing.

Lemon: Citrus limonia 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Corns, warts, digestion, circulation, immune system, nausea, antiviral, astringent, colds, insect repellent, detoxify, hair & scalp tonic, bactericide, uplifting, refreshing, cheering. NOTE: Not to use for sensitive skin or with sun exposure.

Lemongrass: Cymbopogon citrates 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Infection, fever, digestion, headache, antiviral, footbath, insect repellent, antiseptic, bactericide, mental clarity, vitalizing, cleansing. NOTE: Not to use for sensitive skin.

Muscle Comfort: 100% Pure.
Blend of Lemon, Geranium Rose, Rosemary and Peppermint essential oils.

Orange: Citrus sinensis 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Antispasmodic, stomach ache, sedative, constipation, insomnia, antidepressant, detoxify, relaxant, cheering, mental clarity, uplifting, refreshing. NOTE: Not to use before bedtime or with sun exposure.

Patchouli: Pogostemon cablin 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, anxiety, stings, foot care, anti-fungal, soothing, exotic.

Peppermint: Mentha peperita 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Indigestion, stomach ache, insect repellent, headache, colds, bactericide, menstrual cramps, nausea, decongestant, vitalizing, refreshing, mental clarity, cooling. NOTE: Not for use with sensitive skin or if pregnant.

Premenstrual (Now called Inspiration): 100% Pure.
Blend of Orange, Ylang-Ylang, Lemon and Sandalwood essential oils.

Relax: 100% Pure.
Blend of Rosewood, Clary Sage and Tangerine essential oils.

Rosemary: Rosmarinus officinalis 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Colds, sinusitis, asthma, memory, mental clarity, hair/scalp tonic, circulation, PMS, headache, menstrual cramps, antiseptic, muscle pain, digestion, gently uplifting. NOTE: Not for use if pregnant, high blood pressure or epilepsy.

Sleep Well: 100% Pure.
Blend of Mandarin, Lavender, Ylang-Ylang and Patchouli essential oils.

Stress Remedy: 100% Pure.
Blend of Geranium Rose, Sandalwood, Lavender and Orange essential oils.

Tangerine: Citrus reticulata 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Digestion, calming, cheering, uplifting. NOTE: Not for use with sun exposure.

Tea Tree: Melaleuca alternifolia 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Anti-fungal, acne, blisters, cold sores, warts, antiviral, insect repellent, decongestant, colds, burns, bactericide, cleansing, purifying, uplifting. NOTE: Not for use with sensitive skin.

Vitality: 100% Pure.
Blend of Rosewood, Orange, Cinnamon and Lavender essential oils.

Ylang Ylang: Cananga odorata 100% Pure.
Common Uses: Acne, anxiety, antidepressant, digestion, relaxant, hair&scalp tonic, sensuality.

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Aroma Therapy Oils
Applications

AROMATIC BATHS are an important and versatile application. A bath in which the appropriate oil or oils has been added can be sedative, stimulating, tonic, aphrodisiac, warming or cooling for muscular pain and skin conditions. Fill the bath with comfortably hot water, add 6 drops of essential oil and stir. Apply heat or cold?

MASSAGE combines the therapeutic power of touch with the properties of the individual oils. The skin absorbs the oils readily and when the whole body is massaged a useful amount can be taken into the bloodstream in a fairly short time. The essential oils are added to a carrier oil like almond oil, usually at 3% dilution.

MOUTHWASH works well when you mix appropriate oils and keep in a screw top bottle. Add a few drops of the oil to a tumbler of warm water and swill thoroughly around the mouth at least twice a day.

VAPORIZATION is a useful application when oil burners are used for vaporizing essential oils. A few drops of oil are added to the upper dish filled with water. The heat of a candle burning underneath slowly warms the mixture releasing aroma in a gentle stream.

INHALATION is traditionally used to ease problems of the respiratory tract. Add three or four drops to a bowl of steaming hot water. Lean over the bowl with a large towel over your head. Inhale the steam for five minutes. (Less if you suffer from asthma or allergies.)

HOT COMPRESSES are used to treat pain of chronic nature and cold compresses to treat acute pain. Fold a clean hand towel to several thicknesses and immerse in a basin of water containing 4 to 5 drops of the appropriate oil. Wring out and apply to the painful area at once. Apply heat or cold?

The Burning Questions

Take care not to burn or damage the skin. Use extra caution if diabetic.

Place a soft towel or cloth between the heating pad and the skin.

Use the heating pad for an hour or less at a time.

Set the heating pad no higher than the medium (M) setting.

Take care when using a heating pad if you are taking medicines that make you sleepy or if the area being treated is numb.

Remove the heating pad before going to sleep.

Limit the heat therapy to ten or fifteen minutes at a time. Try ten minutes every one to two hours.

Wait at least twenty-four hours before applying heat to skin that has been bruised, cut or used for an injection or subjected to any "invasive" procedure. (Heat can increase bleeding.)

If the area is sore from overuse or inflamed, use Cold, NOT Heat!

Cold Therapy
Guidelines

Cold can reduce muscle spasms that come from joint problems or irritated nerves. Cold is the main treatment for pain caused by inflamed tissues and other swelling. Cold can stop the urge to scratch an itch. For the first line of treatment after a bruise or muscle strain, ice should be the first choice.

Plastic-sealed gel packs provide an easy way to apply cold to a painful body part. Wrap the pack with a layer of soft cloth or even a paper towel so that it is comfortable next to the skin. Keep the pack in place by wrapping it around the body part with a 6 inch elastic bandage, (or find a handy compression wrap that does this for you). They are reusable and can be kept in the refrigerator or freezer when not being used. Follow these guidelines when using cold treatments.

If the skin becomes irritated or pain increases, stop using the cold therapy and notify a health care provider.

Limit the cold therapy to ten or fifteen minutes, make sure to be careful around bony areas, as skin can freeze rapidly in these areas.

Avoid use of cold over an area where circulation is poor or where there is numbness.

If the cold causes shivers, stop the treatment right away. Do not use cold so extreme that it causes pain.

*Herbal essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with respect and extreme care. Never apply or ingest essential oils without the guidance of a health-care professional. Always be cautious when using essential oils. Especially near the eyes, on children, and during pregnancy. Store all essential oils out of the reach of children. Aromatherapy is not a substitute for professional medical attention. Given the broad range of user applications, potential allergic reactions, prenatal considerations, and health conditions in general, the user of these products assumes any and all risk. MassageDepot promotes user consultation with a holistic physician and the prior approval of a licensed medical doctor for treatment of any health problems or symptoms before using these products.

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