| Aromatherapy is one of the best ways to treat | | | | |
| one self. It is pampering and nurturing and | | | | Basil – used to lift fatigue, anxiety |
| very satisfying experience. | | | | and depression. |
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| Aromatherapy is effective in dealing with | | | | Rose – great on the entire nervous |
| stress, depression and its related disorders. | | | | system and disorders |
| Depression is an umbrella term encompassing a | | | | |
| spectrum of problems and symptoms which could | | | | Sandalwood – the sedative properties |
| lead to more serious illness. | | | | are good for treating depression and tension. |
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| Though aromatherapy cannot fix the root of | | | | Lavender – used for nervous system |
| the problem, but these essences have an | | | | disorders such as depression, headache, |
| uplifting effect on the mind and emotions. It | | | | hypertension, insomnia, migraine, nervous |
| helps to you to relax, be energized and | | | | tension, stress related conditions. |
| creates a feeling of well being. Aromatherapy | | | | |
| can help in mild forms of depression by | | | | Jasmine – increase the beta waves in |
| easing mental fatigue and help with sleep. | | | | the front of the head which can give you a |
| Depression related disorders, such as | | | | more alert and responsive state of mind. |
| digestive problems, stress and other mental | | | | |
| problems, can be treated by Aromatherapy. | | | | Orange & Lemon – helps in cases of |
| | | | sadness, irritability, lack of energy, and |
| Just the right blend applied in massages, | | | | depression. |
| baths, diffusers and personal perfumes can | | | | |
| all be helpful at such times. In extreme | | | | Neroli – A gentle sedative rejuvenates |
| cases of depression, additional support and | | | | the skin and relieves anxiety. |
| therapy are necessary. | | | | |
| | | | Blends to help with Depression |
| Few commonly used essential oils for | | | | |
| depression are basil, bergamot, clary sage, | | | | Blend 1 – 1 drop Rose, 3 drops |
| geranium, lavender, lemon, jasmine, neroli, | | | | Sandalwood and 1 drop Orange oil |
| rose, sandalwood, orange, and ylang ylang. | | | | |
| | | | Blend 2 – 3 drops Bergamot and 2 drops |
| Bergamot – a happy uplifting oil, works | | | | of Clary sage |
| well against tensions, headaches and anxiety | | | | |
| either through massage or a diffuser. | | | | Blend 3 – 1 drop each of Lavender, |
| | | | Ylang Ylang and 3 drops Grapefruit |
| Geranium – has a powerful effect on | | | | |
| depressive moods negative feelings diminish | | | | Blend 4 – 2 drops frankincense, 1 drop |
| and are replaced with feelings of wellbeing. | | | | Lemon and 2 drops of Jasmine or Neroli |
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| Ylang ylang – helps to balance and calm | | | | The above mentioned essential oils can be |
| emotional trauma. Great relaxer for anxiety, | | | | used in the correct blend for massages, |
| depression and insomnia. | | | | baths, diffusers and even personal perfumes. |
| | | | You will enjoy the uplifting feeling that |
| Clary Sage – treats insomnia, anxiety | | | | will rid your life of depression. |
| and depression. | | | | |