Uses For Woodspice Aromatherapy

Woodspice essential oils, incense and potpourri for aromatherapy may include frankincense, cinnamon, dogwood, juniper, wintergreen, rosewood, pine, camphor, pepper, eucalyptus, sandalwood, nutmeg, amber, clove, linden, oakmoss, spruce, allspice and cedar. Woodspice scents are characterized by their green, woodsy fragrances and have been used for centuries for nervous disorders, heart palpitations and to restore calm and promote peace of mind. The Carmelite hermits still prepare frankincense and other incenses as a hallmark of their silent meditation and solitude at their Mt. Carmel hermitage.

Aromatherapy Massage

Herbalists recommend some woodspice oils, blended together and mixed with a carrier oil, to alleviate the symptoms of certain ailments. Many essential oils are antibacterial and may help fight disease as they penetrate the skin and move through the bloodstream. The massage aids in blood circulation. A combination of cinnamon, eucalyptus, tea tree and pine oils may relieve cold and flu symptoms. Black pepper, juniper and cypress oils are often blended to aid poor circulation. A massage of eucalyptus and juniper, blended with rosemary and thyme, may be effective against chronic rheumatism pain. Ask your health care provider whether aromatherapy may be a recommended treatment for your condition before substituting aromatherapy for traditional medical treatments.

Relaxation and Anxiety Relief

Many woodspice scents are calming, grounding and relaxing. Frankincense incense has been used since biblical times to signal peace and meditation. A facial steam using oil from the bark of the linden tree is sometimes recommended to reduce nervous tension and promote improved arterial blood flow. Many herbalists believe that aromatherapy using Jamaican dogwood is a sedative and anodyne that can help relieve insomnia, panic attacks and migraine headaches associated with excessive stress. Check with your medical professional before replacing medical treatment or advice with woodspice aromatherapy.

Medicinal Uses

Researchers are studying the potential effects of clove, cinnamon and eucalyptus oils, among others, as inhalants and aromatic rubs to help fight antibiotic-resistant staph bacteria. Some aromatherapists are using frankincense oil in massage on the hands, feet and wrists to help heal ganglion cysts, fluid-filled swellings that sometimes appear around joints. No medical studies exist to support the anecdotal evidence of these treatments. Always consult your health care professional before using aromatherapy to treat a medical problem.