Aromatherapy massage is a type of massage where different plant oils are used together with massage therapy. This massage uses the effects of the scents of plant extracts and essential oils on the body and mind. Aromatherapy massage is a form of therapy massage used to provide physical and mental relaxation. It also has common and similar aspects with anti-stress massage. In aromatherapy massage, essential oils obtained from selected plant extracts are mixed with massage oil or diffused into the room air using diffusers. During massage, these plant extracts are absorbed by the skin or inhaled. Aromatic compounds of plant extracts can act directly from the nasal mucosa to the nervous system or be absorbed through the skin and spread throughout the body.
Common uses for aromatherapy massage include:
Relaxation: Aromatherapy massage is used to remove stress and tension and provide a deep sense of relaxation. Relaxing plant extracts calm the mind and helps with loosening.
Stress Reduction: Aromatherapy massage is an effective method used to relieve the effects of stress. Particularly, plant extracts such as lavender, peppermint and bergamot can be helpful in reducing stress.
Sleep Regulation: Some plant extracts can help improve sleep quality. Plant extracts such as lavender, lemon balm or chamomile, which are used to combat sleep problems, can be used in aromatherapy massage.
Nervous Tension and Headache: Aromatherapy massage can help relieve problems such as nervous tension and headaches. Particulalyr, plant extracts such as peppermint, lavender, or eucalyptus can have soothing and headache-relieving effects.
Increases Circulation: Certain plant extracts can help increase circulation. Herbal extracts such as rosemary, ginger or juniper can stimulate circulation and increase blood flow throughout the body.
Aromatherapy massage uses the positive effects of herbal extracts on relaxation, stress reduction and physical well-being. However, since plant extracts may have allergenic and sensitizing components, users need to pay attention to sensitivity to fragrances and oils. For this reason, you can also choose oils and fragrances in some aromatherapy massages.
