Transcript Aromatherapy - Essential Oils for Health

Barbara
Lemke, RN, CCAP
Certified
Clinical Aromatherapist
A
holistic approach to health and wellness
 Aromatic
Volatile Liquid of plants, flowers,
leaves, blossoms, seeds, bark, roots, fruits
and berries
 Essential
 Oils
oils are steam distilled or expressed
found in hairs, ducts, glands of plants
 Promotes
health and prevents imbalances on
the physical, emotional and spiritual level
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Highly concentrated
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More potent than herbs – One drop represents
the potency of one ounce of plant material
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Long history for using essential oils – Over 500
references in the bible
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Aroma enters through olfactory system
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The limbic system: directly communicates
with the “master glands.” The hypothalamus
and pituitary glands regulate many body
functions including hormones and the
immune system.
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Chemistry of oils determines therapeutic value
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Antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, anti-parasitic
Hormone regulator
Stimulates the immune system
Antispasmodic
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-emetic
Anti-anxiety, antidepressant, relaxing
Astringent
Skin toner and moisturizer
Wound healing
Decreases sinus/respiratory congestion
 Plant
material placed in chamber
 Steam is forced into chamber, oil is released
and carried off from the plant in the steam
 Oil evaporates along with the steam and is
moved through the condensing chamber, cold
water added
 The cooling effect returns the steam to
water and liquid essential oil
 Timing, temperature, harvesting are
important factors
 Essential
oil is in the rind
 Oil is cold pressed or squeezed by a machine
PATCH TEST before using essential oils if
sensitive skin
 Dilute 2-5 drops of the essential oil with 1 tsp of
carrier oil. Apply to white part of a band aid and
put on forearm for 12-24 hours. Observe for any
redness/irritation
 Avoid oils in eyes, do not pour oils in ears
 Some oils, such as tea tree and lavender, can be
applied on skin directly if no allergy exists
 Only essential oils labeled as food supplements
are for internal use
 Put contacts in eyes before handling oils
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Medical history is important
 Certain oils should be avoided with certain
conditions or diseases. Examples include
pregnancy or seizure disorders.
 Remember if you apply the oils to someone else
you will also absorb the oil. Medical condition of
the giver is important.
 Citrus oils tend to be sensitive to light so avoid
sun exposure for 4 hours or apply under covered
area
 Aromatherapy is not a substitute for medical
care
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Hypertension: hyssop, rosemary, sage, thyme
Seizure Disorder: hyssop, sage, fennel,
wormwood, rosemary, spike lavender
Estrogen dependent cancers: clary sage, fennel
Asthmatics should use a dilute mixture of
essential oils at first to avoid certain reactions
Certain oils should be diluted when used
topically. Examples would include oregano,
thyme, cinnamon, clove, birch
If pregnant, consult an aromatherapy
practitioner
 Inhalation
 Massage
 Direct
application/neat application
 Baths
 Compresses
 Gargles
 Diffusing
 Add
2-4 drops of oil into a bowl of hot water,
cover head with towel and inhale
 Spray or use 2-3 drops of essential oil in the
shower
 Inhale from the bottle
 Apply 1-2 drops on a tissue or swatch of
material
 Apply 1-2 drops in palm, cup hands, close
eyes, and breathe deeply
 Diffuser
 Improves
circulation
 Decreases
stress and anxiety
 Decreases
pain and muscle tension
 Use
1-5 drops of essential oil in 1 tsp of
carrier oil for a hand or foot massage
 Apply
essential oil diluted or undiluted to a
specific area for relaxation, pain, or wound
care*
 Oils
can be layered for added effect
 Baths:
mix the essential oil with a small
amount of milk or Epsom salts or sea salts to
disperse the oil into the water. Use 5-10
drops of essential oil.
 Compresses:
use for comfort or relaxation; 12 drops of essential oil with warm or cool
wash cloth.
 Gargles:
used for mouth
irritation/sores/sore throats. Add 2 drops of
essential oil to a small amount of honey or
milk in cup; add 3-4 ounces of warm water.
Gargle, swish and spit.
 Soothing
to Digestion
 Supportive Effect on Liver
 Enhances respiratory system
 For Headache
 Improves concentration
 Diffusion, inhalation, massage,
dietary use
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First Aid Kit in a Bottle
Adaptogen – assists body when
adapting to stress or imbalances
Regarded for skin and beauty
Soothe and cleanse cuts, bruises and
skin irritations
Enhances sleep, relaxation
Bath, inhalation, topical, dietary
Refreshing cleanser
 68% d-limonene
 Tonic for supporting the nervous and
sympathetic nervous system
 Powerful antioxidant
 Dietary, aromatic or topical use
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 Frankincense-boswellia
carteri
 Used in religious ceremonies
 Pain Relieving
 Skin regenerative
 Mood enhancing,
emotional supportive
 Diffusion, massage, topical,
dietary supplement
 Citronella,
Lemongrass, Tea Tree,
Rosemary, Myrtle, Tea Tree Oils
 Cleansing and purifying,
disinfectant
 For topical, aromatic use. Diffuse
or put on cotton balls in air vents,
cars.
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Blue Tansy, Frankincense,
Rosewood, and Spruce in a
base of Almond Oil
Helps with energy alignment
of the body
Works with the physical &
spiritual aspects
Inhalation, topical, bath
 Blend
of Blue Tansy, Orange,
Patchouli, Tangerine and
Ylang Ylang
 Calming, Helps with sleep
 Emotional Releasing, Mood
Elevating
 Uplifts Spirits
 Aromatic, topical, bath
 Blend
of Clove, Helichrysum,
Peppermint, Wintergreen oils
 Relieves discomfort
 Warming to muscles
 For aromatic, topical, or in a
compress. Use on location at
site of pain. Good for arthritic
pain, bone pain and more
 Blend
of Cinnamon, Clove,
Eucalyptus, Lemon, Rosemary
Oils
 Protector from Plagues
 Cleansing
 Supportive of immune system
and good health
 Dietary, aromatic or topical
use. Diffuse for short periods
 Buy
oils in small quantities in dark glass
bottles from a reputable company.
 The name of the oil along with its
botanical name and the part of the plant
the oil is obtained from should be on the
label.
 The company should be willing to show its
testing results if requested ie.
(chromatagraph)
 Price reflects quality.
 $40
Basic Start Living Kit contains 5ml
Lavender and Peppermint Oil
 $150 Start Living with Oils Kit includes 9
essential oils, Lavender, Peppermint, Lemon,
Frankincense, Thieves, Valor, Peace &
Calming, PanAway, Purification
 Coupon for 50% off Diffuser included in kit
 Essential Reward Program earns free product,
save on shipping costs
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Store in a glass bottle in a cool, dark place.
Sunlight, heat and oxygen cause the oils to
deteriorate. Avoid flames or heat. Avoid using
plastic containers or plastic droppers.
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Keep the lids on bottles to prevent oxidation.
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Shelf life varies. Citrus oils oxidize more quickly
than others. Blends with a carrier oil may have
limited shelf life.
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Keep away from children, pets, indoor plants.
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Healing with Aromatherapy, Marlene
Erickson, Keats Publishing
Aromatherapy for Dummies, Kathi Deville,
IDG Books Worldwide, Inc.
500 Formulas for Aromatherapy, Carol &
David Schiller, 1994, Sterling Publishing
Essential Oil Desk Reference, Pocket
Reference, CD, www.essentialscience.net
Aromatherapy-Complete Guide to Healing
Art,K.Keville
www.abundant-health4u.com
 Barbara
Lemke, RN, BSN, Certified Clinical
Aromatherapy Practitioner
 Health & Wellness Options, LLC
 920-285-4635
 Email: [email protected]
 Located at Avolen, 206 S. Silver Lake St.,
Oconomowoc 53066 by appointment
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