Aromatherapy Soaps

Aromatherapy soaps can soothe your skin, relax your muscles, ease tension and stress, stimulate your mind and body, or enhance feelings of sensuality. If you are interested in using aromatherapy soaps, or purchasing soaps as an aromatherapy gift, here are some helpful guidelines and tips.

Aromatherapy Soap Products

Quality aromatherapy soap products should be made with 100% pure organic essential oils. The base of these soaps should be natural vegetable oils, and they should not contain any chemicals or artificial fragrances. The skin's absorption rates increases when the skin is wet and warm; the ingredients in aromatherapy soaps will be quickly absorbed into your body through your skin so it is important to purchase only 100% natural aromatherapy products.

The natural ingredients of aromatherapy soaps will not only benefit your mind and physical well being, but these soaps will also condition and improve the texture and tone of your skin.

Aromatherapy Soaps for Specific Purposes

If you are suffering from skin conditions such as eczema, acne, or irritations, an aromatherapy soap that contains chamomile or comfrey, or both, would be a good aromatherapy soap choice. Aromatherapy soaps that contain tea tree, or eucalyptus, essential oils are especially useful during the summers or on camping vacations; these aromatherapy soaps kill bacteria and repel insects.

For some extra get up and go in the mornings, use stimulating aromatherapy soaps that contain the essential oils of rosemary, peppermint, ginger, lemon, citrus, orange, and basil. Aromatherapy soaps that contain essential oils to lift the spirits and combat depression include bergamont, neroli, clary sage, and jasmine.

Lavender aromatherapy soaps can relax your muscles, ease tension headaches, and reduce stress. Additional aromatherapy soaps that will help you to relax include aromatherapy essential oils such as rose, cedarwood, marjoram, and hyssop.

To enhance feelings of sensuality, use aromatherapy soaps that contain such essential oils as frankincense, sandalwood, patchouli, and ylang ylang. The exotic aromas of these essential oils are well known for their aphrodisiac qualities.

Aromatherapy Soap Safety Guidelines

Aromatherapy essential oils are concentrated and strong. Some essential oils may cause allergic reactions to the skin, especially for those who have sensitive skin. Other aromatherapy oils should not be used during pregnancy or nursing, or by persons who suffer from certain health conditions such as high blood pressure or kidney problems. Be sure to research essential oils that you wish to use in combination with aromatherapy soaps.