Aromatherapy Basics
Due to the side effects of some medications used to treat anxiety and depression, many people seek out alternative remedies (Santarsieri & Schwartz, 2015). Studies show that aromatherapy may be a beneficial complementary therapy for balancing mood and relieving anxiety (Sánchez-Vidaña et. al, 2017)
Aromatherapy is a holistic healing technique that may promote health and well-being by using natural plant extracts (essential oils). It is a type of treatment that uses aromatic essential oils to improve the heath, mind, body, soul and both physical and mental well-being. Aromatherapy has been practised for centuries. The aroma molecules in essential oils move directly from the olfactory nerves to the brain when inhaled, affecting the amygdala, the brain's emotional centre.
Essential oils can be absorbed via the skin as well. During a massage, a massage therapist could add a drop or two of wintergreen oil to the oil to help relax tense muscles. Lavender may be added to bath salts by a skincare firm to provide a relaxing bath soak. Aromatherapy is regarded as both a science and an art, it has recently gained popularity in the domains of science and medicine.
What are Essential Oils?
Essential oils are highly potent aromatic compounds extracted from flowers, leaves, resins, roots, and other plant materials by distillation or expression. They tap into nature's healing power and have the ability to transform mind, body, and spirit in ways that go beyond their chemical nature.
Essential oils have been used for millennia to naturally treat a variety of ailments by combining botanical ingredients with essential oils. The term 'botanical' is associated with nature, namely products made from plants, flowers, and diverse herbs. We're all becoming more aware of the advantages of consuming naturally prepared foods.
Even though inhaling an essential oil straight from the bottle is possible, it is not the best way to get your essential oils to work. The best method to receive the full advantages of essential oils is to use your sense of smell to create therapeutic aromatherapy effects, as well as putting the oils to your skin and allowing your complete body system to absorb them.
What is an Essential Oil Roller Ball?
An essential oil roller ball is an instrument that allows people to apply essential oil blends topically to their skin. They're usually designed with a stainless steel rollerball so you can simply apply an essential oil blend to any part of your body.
A mix of essential oils and carrier oils is used to fill roller bottles. Carrier oils like jojoba, grapeseed, and avocado dilute essential oils so they can be applied to the skin without causing irritation.
What are the Benefits of a Essential Oil Roller Ball?
There are several worthwhile reasons to use an essential oil roller ball. Here are some of the best ones:
QUICK ABSORPTION
Essential oil roller balls help your essential oils function in as little as 20 minutes after application through the skin, which is one of its key advantages.
ON-THE-GO AROMATHERAPY
Aromatherapy can assist with anxiety, anxiety, and depressed moods. Because of their portable nature, roller bottles allow you to benefit from aromatherapy wherever you are. Simply apply a roller bottle over your skin and you could feel better in no time.
The roller ball on top will distribute some of the mixture to anything it comes into contact with, making it simple to apply just the right amount to the desired place. They're small enough to fit in your handbag or backpack without taking up too much room.
MAINTAINS FOCUS & BALANCE
Research suggests that using certain citrus essential oils can support optimal mental focus, concentration and may balance mood and relieve stress (Sánchez-Vidaña et. al, 2017).Whether you’re studying, working or need an energy lift, you can use your roller ball to keep your mind sharp.
SOOTHE ACHES AND PAINS
Roller balls allow you to use an all-natural approach to treat your body's aches and pains. Simply apply the blend of your choice to the painful area of your body. It can be as easy as that to get rid of your aches and pains.
AN ALL-NATURAL PERFUME
Essential oils are fragrant by nature. As a result, they're suitable for usage as a perfume or fragrance enhancer.
You can bring your roller ball on the go and whenever you want to freshen up your scent, simply use the roller bottle to remedy the problem without having to apply any chemicals to your skin.
WHAT ARE THE PARTS OF A ROLLER BALL?
Roller ball are made up of four different parts. First, there's the bottle itself. These are available in a wide range of forms, sizes, and colours. Although glass bottles are preferable, plastic bottles will suffice.
The rollerball is the second part. This keeps the essential oil from leaking out of the bottle and makes it simple to apply the blend to your body in the proper amounts. Plastic and steel are the two most common types of roller balls. Although steel is more robust, plastic is frequently less expensive.
The essential oils and carrier oil of choice make up the third and fourth portions. Before choosing an essential oil roller ball, consider your symptoms and ailments, as well as how you'll utilize your roller ball before purchasing.
HOW TO USE YOUR ROLLER BALLS
A roller ball can be used anywhere on your body. Simply tilt the bottle to at least a 45-degree angle and roll it across the desired area. However, some portions of your body absorb the healing benefits of an essential oil roller bottle more effectively than others.
Apply the roller ball to one of these sections of your body to ensure that you absorb the essential oil combination as effectively as possible:
Apply the roller to one of the following sections of your body to ensure that you absorb the essential oil combination as effectively as possible:
Inner wrist
Behind the ear
On the temples
Bottoms of soles
Chest
Each of these body sections has an area where your blood arteries are as close to your skin as possible. As a result, using an essential oil blend in these locations is the most effective approach to ensure that the nutrients it contains are dispersed throughout your body.
References
Sánchez-Vidaña, D. I., Ngai, S. P. C., He, W., Chow, J. K. W., Lau, B. W. M., & Tsang, H. W. H. (2017). The effectiveness of aromatherapy for depressive symptoms: a systematic review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2017.
Santarsieri, D., & Schwartz, T. L. (2015). Antidepressant efficacy and side-effect burden: a quick guide for clinicians. Drugs in context, 4.