Aromatherapy Candles

Aromatherapy is basically the art and science of using scented oils (preferably essential oils) to promote healing, relieve stress, or just improve your mood.

Many people like to burn aromatherapy candles for their ease of use and availability. To be considered a true aromatherapy candle, the scent must be true essential oils and not a synthetically created scent.

This is an introduction to essential oils and some of the ways in which they are used. Links will be provided if you are interested in this and would like to research further.

Essential Oils:

Essential oils are extremely concentrated scent oils derived from plants, woods, spices, etc. They can be extracted from all parts of the plants, from flowers to roots, to even the seeds.

Over time, different scents have been shown to have varying effects on the mind and body. Some of the scents and characteristics are:

Bergamot – A citrus oil commonly used to relieve stress or anxiety.

Cedarwood – An energizing scent that can be helpful with a cough.

Chamomile – A fruity scent from a chamomile plant and is used as a calming, muscle relaxant to help insomnia.

Eucalyptus – Derived from the leaves of the eucalyptus plant and is used as a decongestant and to help upper respiratory infections.

Lemon – Extracted from the rind, lemon oils are invigorating and refreshing.

Jasmine – A soothing floral scent commonly used to treat depression.

Juniper – A woody scent which is energizing and believed to boost the immune system.

Lavender – A sweet, floral scent also used to relieve stress but also used as a sedative.

Peppermint – Distilled from the leaves and flowers of the plant, peppermint can stimulate the mind help a lack of focus and even a headache.

Rose – Derived from the flower, is romantic and gently cheering yet calming.

Burning aromatherapy candles can be a great way to relax, enhance your mood, or become energized. Here is a good link to do more research on essential oils.

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