Esoteric aromatherapy works with the subtle, metaphysical and spiritual levels of life. The esoteric or metaphysical branch on the aromatherapy tree is a fascinating field of specialization and certainly worthy of our time and attention. This is by far the most cutting-edge branch of aromatherapy being practiced. It is the future of aromatherapy, as we know it. Understanding human subtle energy is the ‘new’ frontier in medical research. The theory of integral physiology, now being researched, is a sign that the hard science is beginning to emerge for understanding the subtle realms of existence. Integral physiology offers us a ‘neutral' language and the framework needed for an intelligent discussion about the non-material aspects of our being and how we heal. It...

Early on in my life, even as a young child, I noticed that many adult problems and the cause of emotional suffering came from the way people were thinking about things. For many years I sought ways to help people change their way of thinking. On the day I first took a whiff of an essential oil I knew I’d found what I’d been searching for my entire life. Just one whiff of an essential oils can instantly shift your mindset and have a truly transformative effect on your mind and emotions.  Scent can be used to stimulate or relax. Our sense of smell is mysteriously connected with our memories. The power of scent can bring back pleasurable memories from...

Cosmetic and Spa therapies, which focus on beauty and wellness treatments, comprise one of the fastest growing segments of the aromatherapy trade worldwide.The primary focus of those in the the Wellness industry is to help people make ‘healthy lifestyle choices’. People worldwide have finally begun to recognize the importance of maintaining wellness for body, mind, spirit and emotions. Not only that, but people are actually taking action and seeking out wellness solutions for themselves and their families. The global Wellness industry now amounts to more than 3.7 trillion U.S. dollars annually. The beauty and anti-aging segment of the Wellness industry is seeing the largest amount of growth worldwide followed by healthy eating, weight loss, fitness, alternative medicine and the spa...

Aromatherapy Massage is one of the most popular specializations in the field of aromatherapy. Up to 60 million adult Americans had a massage last year. There are approximately 500 thousand massage therapists in the U.S. alone most of whom practice aromatherapy massage. If you specialize in aromatherapy massage here are my top 3 picks for best essential oils for aromatherapy massage and why! Click on each essential oil to find out more about each. Any cautions are listed below. Sweet Marjoram (Origanum majorana) - Scent is warm, sweet, herbal and spicy.   Promotes deep relaxation May be helpful for relieving panic attacks and emotional exhaustion Helpful for releasing long held mental and emotional tension Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) - Scent is fresh,...

Like medicine with its areas of specialization aromatherapy, too, is becoming known for different areas of practice and specialization.Here are just a few areas of aromatherapy specialization currently practiced. Cosmetic and Spa Aromatherapy These are therapies that use essential oils for the skin, body, face and hair. This area of the aromatherapy industry is seeing incredible growth with the development of many cosmetic and spa products. These products are developed and used for a wide variety of beauty and wellness effects such as cleansing, toning and moisturizing. An especial area of focus in the cosmetic and spa branch of aromatherapy is healthy skin. Aromatic oils have been used since ancient times for beautification and healing. The Egyptian queen, Cleopatra, who...