What is Aromatherapeutic Tui Na for?

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils from plants to improve physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It’s often used to treat a variety of conditions, including:

  • Pain
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress
  • Insomnia
  • Headaches
  • Nausea
  • Sore throats
  • Low appetite
  • Dry mouth
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Aromatherapy is often used in conjunction with other complementary treatments, such as massage and acupuncture, or with standard treatments to manage symptoms. It can be used in a variety of ways, including:

Inhaling: The primary way to use aromatherapy is by inhaling the essential oils.
On the skin: Diluted essential oils can be applied to the skin.
In cosmetics: Essential oils can be used in cosmetic products for the face, body, skin, and hair.

Some essential oils that may be helpful include:

Lavender: Can help with sleep
Chamomile: Can help reduce stress
Eucalyptus: Can help clear sinuses
Ginger: Can help reduce nausea
Lemon: Can help improve concentration and increase happiness
Peppermint: Can help reduce headaches and boost alertness
Rosemary: Can help increase focus
Sweet orange: Can help reduce anxiety
Ylang-ylang: Can help decrease stress