Aromatherapy as a Healing Art
“When you enter the fragrant pharmacy a whole world of possibility is waiting for you.”
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils for healing, both physical and emotional. It is as much an art as it is a
beautiful science. It's about so much more than just the fragrance.
Essential oil healing goes far beyond just smell. The oil itself is the “blood” of the plant, providing the most
concentrated form of healing the plant can offer. Molecules from the oil are absorbed directly into the bloodstream
via the nasal membranes and/or the skin, and from there go to whatever part of the body requires healing (other
parts of the skin, mucus membranes, the endocrine system (to regulate hormones), organs (there are oils that
positively affect the liver, lungs, adrenals and heart) the blood (to affect circulation and help balance blood
pressure, for example), and more. Essential oils are 100 times more potent than the plant it comes from and
therefore only very small quantities (drops) are used to provide significant results.
Essential oils provide numerous healing benefits. They are: anti-viral (powerful cold/flu healers and preventors),
antiseptic (cleansing), anti-bacterial, fungicidal, analgesic (pain reliving), anti-inflammatory, anti-mucolytic
(decongestant) and more. They relieve physical pain and tensions, emotional stress and more, as they work on
both emotional and physical levels to heal. Essential oils can be uplifting, relaxing, stimulating. They have been
used for thousands of years, and book after book has been written about the seemingly unending qualities and
benefits of these precious oils.
At MoonWater, we use the highest quality essential oils, some of which are often sold diluted to reduce
the cost - but ours are not. The oils we use are pure and from the highest quality sources and are organic or
wildcrafted.
Healing Properties of Essential Oils
In reality, there are so many properties and benefits, as well as more esoteric qualities of oils that not all can be
listed here. The following tries to capture the most important uses for each oil.
This does not in any way take the place of proper medical treatment and advise. Not all essential oils are
appropriate for children, pregnancy or certain medical conditions; check with your practitioner regarding use.
To see a sample of essential oil products available for sale click here.
Custom-blended oils are also available. Please contact us for more information.
“When you enter the fragrant pharmacy a whole world of possibility is waiting for you.”
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils for healing, both physical and emotional. It is as much an art as it is a
beautiful science. It's about so much more than just the fragrance.
Essential oil healing goes far beyond just smell. The oil itself is the “blood” of the plant, providing the most
concentrated form of healing the plant can offer. Molecules from the oil are absorbed directly into the bloodstream
via the nasal membranes and/or the skin, and from there go to whatever part of the body requires healing (other
parts of the skin, mucus membranes, the endocrine system (to regulate hormones), organs (there are oils that
positively affect the liver, lungs, adrenals and heart) the blood (to affect circulation and help balance blood
pressure, for example), and more. Essential oils are 100 times more potent than the plant it comes from and
therefore only very small quantities (drops) are used to provide significant results.
Essential oils provide numerous healing benefits. They are: anti-viral (powerful cold/flu healers and preventors),
antiseptic (cleansing), anti-bacterial, fungicidal, analgesic (pain reliving), anti-inflammatory, anti-mucolytic
(decongestant) and more. They relieve physical pain and tensions, emotional stress and more, as they work on
both emotional and physical levels to heal. Essential oils can be uplifting, relaxing, stimulating. They have been
used for thousands of years, and book after book has been written about the seemingly unending qualities and
benefits of these precious oils.
At MoonWater, we use the highest quality essential oils, some of which are often sold diluted to reduce
the cost - but ours are not. The oils we use are pure and from the highest quality sources and are organic or
wildcrafted.
Healing Properties of Essential Oils
In reality, there are so many properties and benefits, as well as more esoteric qualities of oils that not all can be
listed here. The following tries to capture the most important uses for each oil.
- Basil – Great for bronchitis, fatigue, colds, migraines, gout, aches and pains; nerve tonic, mind strength
and clarity, digestion, circulation; cooling herb for rheumatic pain, irritable skin conditions and nerve
conditions - Bergamot – Very uplifting for the emotions. Helps with stress, fevers, acne, tension, wounds, coughs,
stress,insomnia. - Camphor – Good for acne, oily skin, arthritis, muscle pain, rheumatism, sprains, bronchitis, chills, cough,
flu, infection diseases - Chamomile (Roman) – Calms nerves and relaxes muscles; great for children; good for burns, skin
conditions, hay fever, anorexia nervosa, diarrhea, nausea, nervous conditions, inflammation. - Chamomile (German) – Excellent anti-inflammatory. Also calms nerves and relaxes muscles; good for
burns, skin conditions, hay fever, anorexia nervosa, diarrhea, nausea and nervous conditions. - Clary Sage – Helps balance female hormones. Good for calming nerves, sore throat, aches and pains,
high blood pressure, acne, boils, wrinkles, oily skin, hair loss, nervous conditions; uplifting. - Clove – Good for acne, athlete’s foot, wounds, ulcers, arthritis, rheumatism, sprains, colic, prevention of
disease and infection, asthma, nausea, sinusitis; USE WITH CAUTION; can irritate skin. - Cypress – Excellent for sore throat and infection of the throat, nose or bronchi; decongests veins and
lymphs; hemorrhoids, excessive perspiration, varicose veins, cellulitis, poor circulation, rheumatism - Eucalyptus (radiata, citriodora, globulus) – Cools in summer, warms in winter; effective for cystitis,
candida, diabetes, sunburn, insect repellent; radiata helps open bronchial passages; citriodora is excellent
for relieving cold/flu symptoms affecting sinus passages; globulus is an excellent decogenstant. - Geranium – Works profoundly on the emotions; nerve tonic; excellent for toning skin; used for menopausal
problems, diabetes, blood disorders, endometrioses, infertility, pain. - Ginger - Good for arthritis, rheumatism, muscle aches, sprains, broken bones, colds, nausea, diarrhea,
alcoholism, digestive disorders; circulatory problems. - Grapefruit – Used for weight control, kidney and liver problems, migraine, skin care, stress, nervous
exhaustion; uplifting - Inula – Very effective against catarrhal (mucus) illnesses of the upper respiratory tract (throat, nose)
chronic bronchitis and spasmodic conditions (for inhalation only; not for use on skin); a heart tonic. - Juniper Berry – Excellent for acne, dermatitis, eczema, hemorrhoids, skin toner, oily complexion, cellulitis,
gout, rheumatism, colds, infections, anxiety, nervous conditions, stress - Lavender – Stimulates the immune system; stimulates the cells of a wound to regenerate more quickly.
- Lemon – Tones the lymphatic and digestive systems; disperses cellulite; keeps wrinkles at bay; good also
for verucas, insect bites, headaches. Stimulating and relaxing properties - Palmarosa – Great for viral illnesses, especially of the throat and lungs; skin care, digestive system
especially intestinal infections helping to heal mucus membranes - Peppermint - Helps the respiratory & circulatory systems; good for headaches, fatigue, nausea, arthritis,
rheumatism, digestion. Wakes up and revives the senses. - Rosemary – Stimulating physically and mentally; good for muscle sprains, arthritis, rheumatism, fatigue,
memory loss, headaches, coughs, flu, diabetes; uplifting - Sandalwood - For Acne, catarrh, cystitis, menstrual problems, skin infection, fungal and bacterial
infections; uplifting - Tangerine - For insomnia, nervousness, anxiety, nervousness, stress, liver problems, digestive weakness;
great for children - Tea Tree – Good for candida, athlete’s foot, sunburn, acne
- Thyme linalol – Used for flu, detox, warts, rheumatism, neuralgia, fatigue and acne; prevents parasites
and insects from your home
This does not in any way take the place of proper medical treatment and advise. Not all essential oils are
appropriate for children, pregnancy or certain medical conditions; check with your practitioner regarding use.
To see a sample of essential oil products available for sale click here.
Custom-blended oils are also available. Please contact us for more information.
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Heal your body...Heal your spirit.