Essential Oils

Essential oils are so complex they take on an almost magical quality. Romantics and enthusiasts say they are the life force of a plant, researchers say they are a mixture of organic compounds and hundreds of molecules, many too small or complex to classify. What they do, rather than what they are is far easier to understand…

Because the molecules of essential oils are so minute and so quick to evaporate, they penetrate human skin and enter the bloodstream and organs. Scientists have found the same oils gather in the same parts of the body time and time again, within a few hours of being massaged into the skin. That is what makes them so unique and therapeutic.

The fact that essential oils have healing properties is beyond doubt. Scientists studying botanicals find more and more vital ingredients in nature. The more that researchers study plants and their properties, the more benefits they discover. Biochemists have isolated dozens of ingredients in essential oils that account for the amazing properties they have. Everything, it seems, is there for a reason.

Scent and Soothe use a range of essential oils all from reputable suppliers which are members of the Aromatherapy Trade Council and can be found on their website, it is so important to us that we know exactly where our oils have come from, that they are safe, pure and harvested ethically. Should you have any questions about our essential oils, carrier oils or base products please get in touch or ask at your appointment.

All essential oils are chosen for the individual, your treatment is personal and your blend should be too. We will always use our knowledge and experience to create a mix that looks to ease any ailment, relaxes or rejuvenates and smells beautiful too.

References – Aromatherapy, Massage and Yoga by Carole McGilvery, Jimi Reed and Mira Mehta. Practical Aromatherapy by Penny Rich, Aromatherapy A Step-by-Step Guide by Sheila Lavery.