Essential oils, used in aromatherapy, may have many therapeutic uses. Here are a few examples of uses for essential oils in health:
~ topical antiseptics for minor cuts and insect bites
~ poor circulation
~ muscular pain, stiffness, rheumatism
~ hair loss
~ oral hygiene
~ topical fungal infections
~ nausea, flatulence, indigestion
~ vaginal candida ~ impotence and frigidity
~ anxiety, stress
~ fatigue
There are also many uses for essential oils in beauty, including:
~ lotions, cr?mes, lip balms
~ facial cleansers and toners
~ massage oils and lotions
~ shampoos and conditioners
~ bath soaks
~ natural perfumes and personal scents
In the home, essential oils may be used for:
~ cooking and baking (use caution - many essential oils are not for ingestion)
~ deodorizing, cleaning, and sanitizing
~ reducing airborne microbes and allergens
