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Did you know...?

The origins of Aromatherapy and the use of essential oils can be traced through the religious, medical and social practices of all the major civilisations. The Ancient Egyptians used candles and  incense for religious purposes, and oils and resins for embalming and preserving corpses.

The Greeks and Romans used aromatics widely in rituals and ceremonies and the oils played an important role in the rise in popularity of baths and massage. However with the fall of the Roman Empire the use of oils died out in Europe.

Today we are still using essential oils and Aromatherapy, in natural skin care massage,bathing,facials and home fragrance.

Essential oils work in two main ways, as an ‘aroma’ through the respiratory system and by absorption through the skin

As well as the fantastic natural aroma from essential oils it can help with

• Relaxation and stress 
• Lift your Mood 
• Relief of minor discomforts
• Boosting the immune, respiratory and circulatory systems

Aromatherapy is not a cure for illnesses but can be an effective alternative to alleviating many of the discomforts associated with them minor ailments and illness.

All essential oils contain natural therapeutic properties such as aphrodisiac, antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal such as Tea Tree and help to enhance the protective function of the skin. Certain oils can calm and soothe the skin and others such as Lavender essential oil  help the skin cells to regenerate.

When using an Aromatherapy product the  essential oils used absorb into the skin and blood stream.  The advantages to topical application of diluted essential oils is that they can go directly to the spot where you need them the most...you may want to use a blend suitable for period pains by massaging in the tummy area,or if you have aching muscles into the sight of discomfort.

Did you know...that Massage is one of the oldest and simplest forms of medical care used to ease pain and anxiety and promote good health.

Massage is the kneading and stroking of the body's soft tissues the skin and muscles
with varying degrees of pressure, and is incorporated in a number of traditional health systems such as Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine.
Practitioners of modern complementary therapies like aromatherapy and reflexology use various massage techniques.

What does it do?
Gentle massage affects the nervous system through nerve endings in the skin, stimulating the release of endorphins, the body's natural 'feel good' chemicals, to help induce relaxation and a sense of well-being, to relieve pain and reduce levels of stress chemicals such as cortisol and noradrenaline.
It helps reverse the damaging effects of stress by slowing heart rate, respiration and metabolism and lowering raised blood pressure.

Stronger massage stimulates blood circulation to improve the supply of oxygen and nutrients to body tissues and helps the lymphatic system to flush away waste products. It eases tense and knotted muscles and stiff joints, improving mobility and flexibility and circualtion
The most common massage techniques include effleurage, a light, firm and gentle stroking; petrissage, firm kneading and rolling of the tissues; frottage, or friction, deep direct pressure to release muscle tension; tapotement, hacking, tapping and clapping over the muscles and fleshy parts of the body.

FOR FUN Psychological Benefits:
It is easy to think about the sensual pleasure of getting a massage. We think about how nice and relaxed or pampered we will feel, or how it will help us feel rejuvenated.
Many people neglect to think about the deeper psychological benefits of getting a professional massage on a regular basis.

Rates of psychological illness continue to increase.
Presently, more people from Western nations will experience depression at some time in their life.
But there are definitely ways to alleviate this problem, and they all start with taking care of ourselves properly.
One of the best ways we can do that is by regularly treating ourselves to the "luxury" of a massage,even if this is done by a professional or a loved one using quality massage blends designed for certain syptoms or conditions.
Not only because it is relaxing and nice to feel treated, but also because of the profound health benefits you will receive.

Did you know that regular massage therapy dramatically decreases depressive episodes? It also decreases feelings of anxiety and nervousness, and help to alleviate the types of symptoms that anxiety can bring about.
People who receive regular massages also sleep better.... associated with better mental health and better overall cognitive functioning. The better you sleep, the better you are able to learn new things and to access old memories.
You'll experience improved concentration and higher energy levels.

At www.belenostherapy.co.uk we have a great range of essential oil and Aromatherapy Massage and bathing oils that will suit all moods and lift this spirits.