Aromatherapy

In our Glasgow based clinic trained aromatherapists combine body massage and personally tailored aromatherapy to promote health and healing in body, mind and spirit. Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils, the volatile compounds of plants and trees, to help address physical and psychological complaints and support whole being health. We have collected some resources bellow to help you decide if aromatherapy massage is suitable for your needs.

Introduction & History 
What to expect from your aromatherapy treatment and a brief history of Aromatherapy.

Ways to Use Oils
Some ideas on how to incorporate essential oils into your daily life.

Classic Blends
A few blends that are commonly used by aromatherapists.

Choosing an Oil
Information about the general properties of essential oils and how to decide which ones might be suitable for you.

A to Z of Oils
A list of some common essential oils and some of their main properties.

Carrier Oils
The majority of essential oils must be diluted before use, these are some common oils you might choose with their relative pros and cons.

Safety and Precautions
Essential oils are very concentrated liquids and can be dangerous when used carelessly. These are some of the main things to be aware of when using essential oils.

Aromatherapy Accessories
To get started with aromatherapy all you need is a few drops of essential oil however as you learn more there are a few things most people like to add to their toolkit.