Ways to Practice Aromatherapy
Spread aromas with a diffuser if you’re staying in one place. This method is effective for your office, home, or any other area that you’ll spend a lot of time in. Add your oil of choice to the diffuser and turn it on. The device will spray scents into the room periodically, maintaining a consistent aroma in the area. Don’t use diffusers around children younger than 30 months. Aromas could affect them differently than adults.
Make a spritz bottle to spray as much scent as you want. This creates an effect similar to a diffuser, but you have more control over the amount of scent. Mix 5 drops of oil into a spray bottle filled with water, seal it, and shake the solution. Then spritz the room you’re in as much as you want. If you don’t think the scent is strong enough, you can add more oil.
Sniff the oils directly from the bottle. Direct inhalation like this could produce the fastest results. Carry the oil around with you and when you feel like you need a boost, take a sniff directly from the bottle. If sniffing directly from the bottle is too potent for you, try pouring a bit into a rag or napkin and sniffing from that instead.
Wear an aromatherapy patch so you can always smell the scents. Aromatherapy patches are newer products that make it much easier to inhale scents on the go. Get a patch and stick it to your clothes on your upper torso. This way, you can inhale the scents easily all day long.
How to Pick Oils
Use basil, lemon, rosemary, or peppermint oil to fight fatigue. These scents are generally more effective in boosting energy and fighting fatigue. Choose them to use in your diffuser or for direct inhalation.
Pick lavender or sage oil if you also want stress relief. These 2 oils are associated with both energy boosting and stress-relief. If you’re consistently fatigued and also stressed, then 1 of these oils might be the best choice.
Buy your oils from a reputable manufacturer. Since essential oils aren’t regulated, there are many subpar products on the market. Always investigate the manufacturer to make sure they have a good reputation. Look online for reviews or complaints about the business to confirm that they produce a quality product. Reputable manufacturers will be transparent about the ingredients, sources, and harvesting methods for their oils. If a manufacturer isn’t specific or won’t answer questions about the process, then you should buy from someone else. If you’re in the United States, you could check for the manufacturer’s rating from the Better Business Bureau. A rating of A or B signifies a more reputable business.
Choose undiluted oils for the strongest effect. Essential oils come in diluted and undiluted forms. Use pure, undiluted oil for inhalation. This provides the strongest aroma and effect on your mood. Never apply undiluted oil directly to your skin or you could get a rash. If you do plan on using it on your skin, dilute it with a carrier oil like olive or jojoba first.
Avoid oils with fragrances. Fragranced oils aren’t pure and won’t work well for aromatherapy. Strong fragrances could also cause irritation or sneezing. Look for pure, non-fragranced oils for the best effects.
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