Aromance of a therapy

Aromatherapy is an ancient art of healing through essential oils. Oils of different plants are used to treat without the side effects of modern medicine. This approach is very desirable when it comes to treating men as a host of male health issues have their roots in lifestyle. A complete aromatherapy session includes taking inputs from the patient about his medical history, the lifestyle he leads and understanding his mind. After this, a potion blended with selected essential oils is given and suitable diet and exercise is recommended. This approach not only addresses the disease but also its cause. It does not suppress the symptoms but treats its underlying reason.

Detoxification: A dry skin brushing with a few drops of thyme and eucalyptus oil on a loofah helps to eliminate the trapped toxins through the lymphatic system. Clean using long sweeping movements towards the direction of the heart.

Acne: Washing the face with a mix of cider vinegar and water helps in maintaining the proper pH of the skin which in turn helps in soothing the skin and keeping it spot and acne free.

Stress: Most diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, various skin ailments and digestive problems, are a manifestation of stress in different parts of the body. Aromatherapy can prove to be one of the finest treatments when it comes to mind body balancing. A regular full body aromatherapy massage with a blend of essential oils like lavender, geranium and chamomile can be given to de-stress the mind and relax the stressed muscles. At the time of massage oils like lemongrass and eucalyptus can be diffused in the air to help in uplifting the mood.

The author is a a certified aromatherapist and the founder of Wikka