Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the systemic use of essential oils in holistic treatments to improve physical and emotional well being. An essential oil is an aromatic substance extracted from a botanical source by expression or distillation. They possess distinctive therapeutic properties which can be utilised to improve health and prevent disease.
Oils are applied in a variety of ways including massage and inhalations. They are readily absorbed through the skin and have gentle physio-logical effects. Aromatherapy is especially effective for stress related problems and a variety of chronic conditions.
The massage techniques are tailored to the individuals needs. This can be gentle relaxing massage through to deeper therapeutic massage.
On your first visit a consultation is taken which may encompass such things as medical history, diet, exercise and emotional problems. This information enables the selection and blending of oils to suit the needs of the individual. Oils may also be prescribed for use at home in the bath or as an inhalation between treatments.