Aromatherapy is used in many different ways to release stress, relax our mind and refresh our body from muscle aches that are the result of physical effort or mental stress. Aromatherapy works at the level of your subconscious to relax your mind and induce well being. Here are some of the ways is which we can benefit from aromatherapy skin care.
Different Types of Aromatherapy Skin Care
There are many types of aromatherapy skin care and some of the most popular are: facial aromatherapy where essential oils, creams and lotions are used to open up pores, cleanse the face and hydrate. The other popular aromatherapy skin care is for the entire body where different types of oil essences are used to relax your muscles and invigorate your entire body.
The facial aromatherapy skin care comes in a variety of choices as per your skin types. There are four main types of skin; normal to combination, dry, oily and sensitive. It is essential you take in consideration the type of skin you have in order to obtain desired results from any aromatherapy skin care.
All types of aromatherapy are made from different types of essential oils that stimulate your own system to produce desired results. For example, using sage and orange peel extracts in a shower gel will help your skin get refreshed along with your senses as the aromas get released in the hot shower.
Aromatherapy works directly on the skin but always on your senses and aromatherapy skin care acts directly through your pores to reach and activate the desired result through your own nervous system. This is the reason why you will be guided to use lavender and chamomile for relaxing your mind and help to induce sleep, citrus scents to wake up and rejuvenate and jasmine, rose and amber to induce sensuality.
It is also important you remember not to apply any aromatherapy oils undiluted directly on the skin as they are very strong and can either burn your skin or give you a real bad rash. The aromatherapy skin care products are usually already tested and ready to use directly on the skin but ensure you always read the label carefully before use.
Where to Shop for Aromatherapy Skin Care Products
You will be able to find aromatherapy skin care products in the cosmetic section of any large department store such as Macy’s or Neiman Marcus and also in specialized cosmetic houses such as the Body Shop, Sephora and Bath and Body Works.