Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy

We are committed to making your treatment experience as comfortable as possible by endeavouring to provide a gentle, caring approach for all our patients. Any concerns you might have simply mention them to the receptionist or, on the day, to your therapist.

What is Aromatherapy? 
What may Aromatherapy help with?
What does an Aromatherapy treatment involve?

What is Aromatherapy?

Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oils (from flowers, trees and shrubs and their fruits, blooms, leaves, stems and roots) to promote spiritual, physical and emotional health.

Essential oils are usually either massaged into the body, to be absorbed through the skin, or inhaled by means of vaporisers. They may also be added to steam inhalations or baths, added to compresses or spread throughout a room with diffusers.

What may Aromatherapy help with?

Aromatherapy is, in itself, a delightfully relaxing experience. However in addition, Aromatherapy may be used to:

• Aid relaxation
• Help with insomnia
• Help relieve stress
• Aid relief of muscle strain and tension

What does an Aromatherapy treatment involve?

Your Aromatherapist will take a medical history and then determine which oil, or combination of oils, will be the most beneficial for you. You'll normally be asked to undress to your underwear and then be covered with towels in the comfort of one of our warm treatment rooms.

The oils will be diluted in a carrier oil, such as almond or grape seed, and then, depending on your choice of treatment, massaged into your neck, shoulders and upper back or given as a full body massage or as a 'holistic facial'.

You will be given plenty of time to enjoy the experience and will be encouraged to drink a glass of water before you leave (to help you to fully benefit from the effect of the oils).