Aromatherapy has sharply increased its popularity in the modern world. This is partly due to the accessibility of a wide range of essential oils.

It is also popular because it involves the comforting senses of touch and smell. Modern day life seems to sadly ignore these two important comfort needs of the human condition.
However, there are many benefits attached to the ancient practise of aromatherapy besides the feel-good types we all know about.

• Bruises: Geranium, Rosemary, Hyssop
• Chilblains: Ginger, Black Pepper, Cinnamon
• Colds and Flu: Aniseed, Eucalyptus (Lemon, Blue Gum and Peppermint), Rosemary and Lemongrass
• Cold sores or Herpes: Lemon, Bergamot
• Dandruff: Cedarwood, Lemon, Carrot. A few drops in a gentler form of shampoo can be affective
• Depression: Ylang Ylang, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Lemon, Grapefruit and French Lavender
• Dermatitis: Patchouli, Thyme, Juniper Berry
• Grief: Vanilla, Petitgrain, Bergamot and Jasmine are recommended
• Haemorrhoids: Geranium, Cypress
• Headaches: Cumin, Lavender (spike or French), Mandarin, and Peppermint are useful
• Headaches Migraine: Peppermint, Spearmint, Lemon and Lavender spike can be used
• High Blood Pressure or Hypertension: Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Sweet Marjoram
• Indigestion: Peppermint Clove Bud, Hyssop and Chamomile can be helpful
• Insect bites: Lavender (French or Spike), Tea Tree
• Insect Repellents: Citronella, Lavender, Cypress and Lemongrass
• Insomnia: Lavender, Clary Sage, Chamomile, Thyme, Lemon, Frankincense and Bergamot
• Menopause: Sweet Fennel, Rose, Jasmine
• Obesity: Orange, Lemon, Clary Sage, Lavender
• Stress and Irritability: Ylang Ylang, Neroli, Rosemary, Coriander and Lavender can provide relief
• Toothache: Clove Bud
• Varicose Veins: Lime, Lemon, Rosemary and Cypress

All of the above benefits of aromatherapy can be applied in the following way:

* Massage * Burner or Diffuser * Bath or spa * Hot or Cold Compressors * Inhalants

Enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy while doing Yoga or Meditation. The benefits of aromatherapy are manifold. In fact, for every ailment there is an attendant form of aromatherapy.