I don’t have any skin conditions such as psoriasis or excema, and I don’t have any skin allergies. It’s definitely heat rash of some sort. I just get patches of itchy rashes during the summer when it’s hot and humid. I have been China for for years and TCM hasn’t helped much. Right now the best relief I can get is from taking a hot shower (to open the pores), covering my body with shampoo or other products containing menthol, waiting about five to ten minutes until my whole body tingles. After that I rinse with hot water again (to clean the products chemicals out of my pores), then a cold water rinse to close the pores and cool off. This is usually only temporary relief. I do sweat a lot (more than most people), so I take about three cold showers a day too cool off and clean out the pores. I do refrain from scratching (as I know it makes it worse) during waking hours, but during my sleep, I have involuntary scratching. I am really into alternative health and home remedies. Thanks
Okay, I have posted this question in several categories and cornstarch seems to be dominate home remedy. But how do I prepar and apply it to my skin? How long do I keep it on, and should I rinse with hot or cold water? Thanks

Aromatherapy essential oils are quite common, and with 90 to choose from, there has to be some that will benefit you as well. These aromatherapy essential oils are broken up by categories. While these oils don’t have side effects and they are to benefit you, there are some safety precautions you need to be aware of.

All of the aromatherapy essential oils are highly concentrated. Only use them as directed. Keep them out of the reach of children and pets. Never mix aromatherapy essential oils without having a proper recipe to go from. Some of these oils don’t mix well together. If you are using a recipe, only add the amount of each essential oil as outlined.

Carrier oils are base oils. They are commonly used to dilute other oils before they are applied to the skin. You should always by natural carrier oils as they will stay good longer. Many products offers carrier oils with vitamin E added. You don’t want to use them. Most carrier oils are clear or a very light yellow color. The most common carrier aromatherapy essential oils are sweet almond and grape seed.

The most commonly used aromatherapy essential oils are those that improve your emotional state. This is a great way to balance your mental state. However, you need to understand this isn’t a permanent solution for dealing with your issues. Aromatherapy essential oils can help relieve stress, fatigue, and calm the nerves. Lavender and Sweet Orange are the best aromatherapy essential oils to use for your emotional health.

There are some aromatherapy essential oils out there that you should avoid using. They are very potent and should only be used by an expert in aromatherapy. These oils include Ajowan, Melilotus, Bitter Almond, Mugwort, Sweet Birch, Calamus, Worm Seed, Worm Wood, and Jaborandi. These aromatherapy essential oils are on the market so be careful.

In addition, you should never apply aromatherapy essential oils directly to your skin. In rare cases, these oils can cause a rash to develop. You should discontinue using it and see a doctor if the rash doesn’t go away within 24 hours. Pregnant women and those who suffer from seizures should be careful when using aromatherapy essential oils. Remember that all aromatherapy essential oils are highly flammable.

Are you looking for a great gift for someone? Maybe a way to pamper yourself? Enroll them or yourself in the Aromatherapy Scent of the Month Club. Each month you will get a new scent to try along with a small candle and information on the scent. This definitely gives you something more than bills to watch for in the mail each month!

Aromatherapy essential oils are a great product to improve your physical and mental well being if you use them properly. They are broken down into categories. If you plan to use many different aromatherapy essential oils, you should consider buying a reference book to tell you about each one and its uses. There are many wonder benefits from the use of aromatherapy essential oils.





By: Ramone Stevenson

I’m trying to find a focus for a presentation I have to give in about six weeks time. Basically, I need to find a sociology-based focus on Ayurveda as an alternative to medicine. My seminar leader suggested that I could focus on WHY people lean towards Ayurveda but was wondering if you guys might have some sort of suggestion? Anything would be helpful! Many thanks!

Aromatherapy bath salts are one of the quickest, easiest goodies to make for the bath – and one of the most healing. With just a few simple ingredients you can make your own aromatherapy bath salts to ease your aching back, calm your frazzled nerves or relax yourself for a deep, restful sleep.

We all need down time, and we all need to have fun. Life is so busy these days that it can be hard to carve out the time. Making your own aromatherapy bath salts is a great way to give yourself a break.

First, you give yourself some ‘fun’ time by making your scented bath salts – mixing, stirring, smelling… and, most especially, experimenting. Don’t be afraid to blend together a few of your favorite essential oils to create your own custom scent. Play! The creative process is half the fun.

Second, you actually have to lie in the bath for a while (here’s your down-time) to use your aromatherapy bath salts. Give yourself candles, a glass of wine or tea, soothing music – all those good, stress-draining, nerve-calming accessories. Lock the door and slide into warm, scented bliss – your own hand made, master crafted aromatherapy bath salts, created just for you!

Aromatherapy Bath Salts Quick Trick

If you honestly don’t have time to make bath salts but you still want some aromatic down-time in the tub, try this instant ‘cheat’. Add 1 to 2 cups of Epsom Salt to your hot running bathwater. Pour a tablespoon of vegetable oil (any type will do) into a small glass. Add 10 drops of your favorite essential oil. Adjust the water temperature and slide into the tub. Pour in the essential oil mixture and swish it around a bit. Lie back and relax.



10 Minute Aromatherapy Bath Salt Recipe

3 cups Epsom Salt

1/2 cup Baking Soda

15 drops of your favorite Essential Oil (or one of the blends below)

Optional: 10 drops of your choice of food coloring

Measure salt and baking soda into a large glass, ceramic or stainless steel bowl (not plastic – it will absorb the essential oils.)

[Three minutes]

Stir together the salt and baking soda using a metal spoon (a wooden spoon will absorb the essential oils.)

[One minute]

Drop in the essential oils and food coloring, placing each drop in its own little spot on top of the salt.

[Two minutes]

Stir until thoroughly mixed.

[One minute, maybe two]

Pour your essential oil bath salt mixture in a dark glass or PET plastic jar. Click on the following link to learn why you should use dark glass. http://www.easy-aromatherapy-recipes.com/storing-essential-oils.html

[One minute]

That’s it! Nine minutes (plus one extra for spills or finding your glasses.) Quick, easy, painless!

It’s best to let your aromatherapy bath salts cure at least 24 hours before using them so the salt can really absorb the aroma.

Use about one cup of salts per bath. This aromatherapy bath salt recipe makes enough for three baths.

Essential Oil Bath Salt Blends

Cheer Up! Essential Oil Bath Salt Blend



7 drops Bergamot essential oil

7 drops Sweet Orange essential oil

1 drop Rose Geranium essential oil



Super Sedative Essential Oil Bath Salt Blend



8 drops Sandalwood essential oil

4 drops Lavender essential oil

3 drops Cedar essential oil



Pain Relief Essential Oil Bath Salt Blend



10 drops Lavender essential oil

3 drops Chamomile essential oil

2 drops Marjoram essential oil



Making your own aromatherapy bath salts is so easy and quick that almost anyone can do it. It’s a great activity to do with your children or grandchildren (just make sure an adult handles the essential oils.) Family time and play time all in one!

Plus, aromatherapy bath salts make great gifts – why not make up a big batch and share the love. We all have friends and relatives who could use a friendly jar of aromatherapy bath salts. Just remember to save some for yourself!

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, prevent, diagnose, or cure any condition.





By: Kyley Zimmerman

I suffer from allergies since childhood as a military member things are getting worse when it comes to match physical fitness requirements since i can’t breath enough air trough my nose, i heard about a chinese medicine procedure supposed to give a permanent cure. Chinese nose ears and throat specialists use some kind of sea weed for this treatment, if you know about it please write.

Aromatherapy and Skin: Natural oils used in aromatherapy can help the skin reach its’ optimum beauty. Essential oils can be used to treat wrinkles, pimples, cellulite and even dry skin. Aromatherapy can also help to purify the skin. Aromatherapy works so well because it is free of unnatural and toxic ingredients that can be found in many over-the-counter acne medications. Not so when using aromatherapy. The essential oils have strong regenerative properties that helps heal and nourish the skin. Good essential oils and to use on the skin include sandlewood, tea tree and lavender.

Sandlewood: Sandlewood is really good for acne and infections of the skin mostly because it has strong anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Tea Tree: Tea tree works well for spot treating pimples. It clears up acne fast and helps to limit their reoccurrence. It has strong anti-microbial and helps to reduce swelling.

Lavender: Lavender is one of the most known all of the essential oils. Lavender helps to keep oily skin under control. It is also good for evening out the skin tone and healing blemishes.

Aromatherapy and Body: Aromatherapy is great to use for the body. It helps keep the body soft and smooth. It is important to note however, that you should be very careful about applying essential oils directly on the skin because they can be very potent. Instead, adding a few drops to a bath or to a carrier oil works best. There are several ways to use aromatherapy on the body, massage and bathing are the most common and very effective.

Aromatherapy and Hair: Aromatherapy and essential oils are great to use to remedy hair loss as well as dry and thinning hair. Adding essential oils to shampoos and conditioners that one already has, can work wonders. Massaging the scalp with diluted essential oils might also be beneficial. For individuals who suffer from alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease that causes temporary hair loss, studies have shown that individuals who rub rosemary, cedarwood, lavender, and thyme essential oils into their scalp, successfully grew back their hair. This is just one example of the power of aromatherapy when it is added to beauty regiments.

Aromatherapy has many benefits, one of which is beautification. Individuals can achieve prettier skin and hair by simply using essential oil blends that they either create themselves or purchase. Aromatherapy is especially is especially effective because of it’s natural properties which can be used to pamper, ease, stimulate and beautify. I hope that you will consider using these aromatherapy beauty tips. Many people who understand the power of aromatherapy have done so with great results.





By: George Key

It is my planned topic for my research paper. Please help me understand their difference.

I’ve tried all the stuff @ the health food store. Soy, almond and rice. They’re all gross. I know there’s no substitute for the real thing but I’m allergic. Anyone know of one that is really close to cheese?

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I want to teach in Nanjing in the Spring, and I love what I have learned about the city so far. But I have severe chemical allergies due to a compromised immune system. This is a type II allergy known as multiple chemical sensitivity or environmental illness; my body just does not deal well with environmental toxins. I am already on a great protocol of detox vitamins and herbs; chiropractic; homeopathy; and good overall natural, holistic or integrative health care that helps me deal with the pollution here in New York City.

How do people cope with the pollution in Nanjing? How do they prevent illness? Are there alternative health care practitioners there?
Dear Extra_Mile:
Thanks for the information, but please do not assume that I am naive. Far from it, which is why I posted this question. Ironically, the health care system here in the U.S. is also not all it is cracked up to be, which is why I asked for information on naturalistic, alternative, or integrative health care practitioners. I have had this condition for ab. nine years. Trust me, I do not need to be told to take care of myself. Still, thank you for the info. and for your concern.