8 Benefits of Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy is a form of Eastern medicine that has been around for over 4,000 years.

There are so many powerful benefits of using aromatherapy for physical, emotional and mental health.

Among other amazing results, an aromatherapy massage can help improve your digestion, increase blood flow, improve cognitive performance, alleviate headaches and reduce anxiety.

Using aromatherapy affects your body in almost every way.

Your entire system (nervous, lymphatic, circulatory and even musculoskeletal) will experience soothing and therapeutic effect during a massage session.

Here are just 8 (of the many) Benefits of Aromatherapy Massage.

1. Better Circulation

With an aromatherapy massage, parts of the body are gently manipulated, which increases blood flow to the muscles and vital organs.

An aromatherapy massage enhances the flow of blood via the absorption of oils through the skin and into the bloodstream.

2. Decreases Anxiety / Fights Depression

A massage combined with aromatherapy can calm the senses and induces deep relaxation.

According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, aromatherapy massage decreases anxiety levels by stimulating the release of endorphins, which are the body's natural painkillers and stress reduction hormones.

3. Headache and Migraine Relief

Before I discovered essential oils, I have to admit I was popping Advil far too many times. Aromatherapy is a natural alternative that can help you with headaches and migraines. Getting rid of headaches also reduces anxiety, lower your stress levels and even prevents these symptoms in the future.

4. PMS Relief

Premenstrual syndrome affects millions of women each month…. Bloating, fatigue and increased sensitivity to pain. Fortunately, the unpleasant markers of PMS are known to be eliminated via aromatherapy massage.

5. Better Sleep

To help prevent bouts of insomnia, calming methods like aromatherapy massage are recommended to induce sleep. Quick Tip: When used as a tool to encourage sleep, get your aromatherapy massage in the later afternoon or evening.

6. Toxin Removal

The gentle manipulation of the body along with the purifying scents of essential oils encourage lymphatic drainage, which assists in the elimination of toxins. The Raindrop Therapy Treatment is an amazing way to release toxins from the body.

7. Boosts Energy Levels.

Aromatherapy can help us to increase energy. And it doesn’t come with disadvantages and side-effects like cigarettes, energy pills or even coffee. It’s an all-natural way to boost your productivity throughout the day.

8. Boosts Recovery Process

During a massage session, your body will increase its oxygen. That will result in improved blood flow. This helps the healing and recovery process. It’s useful for wounds, illnesses and its benefits are numerous even for people who recover from surgery. Some of the essential oils contain anti-microbial properties. They can come in handy when it comes to additional protection of your body during this sensitive period.

Like shown in the study published in the Journal of nursing scholarship, diabetic patients often use aromatherapy for their pain and a better quality of life.

A Word of Caution Many common health issues have been known to improve with the use of aromatherapy massage. Please note that individuals with bleeding disorders, heart failure and kidney failure are advised not to receive this type of massage.

And if you’re in perfect health… Aromatherapy Massages and using Essential oils can provide your body with protection from bacteria and inflammation, boost mental activity and sharpen your focus. ...