Aromatherapy

 

Nobody knows exactly when and where the ancient healing art of aromatherapy began although we know from paintings in Egyptian tombs that it was used extensively by them. Its use is also recorded in ancient Chinese writings and the use of oils found its way to Britain with the Romans in the 13th Century. In the early 20th century, a French chemist, René Maurice Gattefosse, accidentally discovered the healing power of lavender when he plunged his hand into it after receiving a bad burn in his laboratory. In a short time the burn had healed without forming a blister or leaving a scar. He then went on to treat soldiers in the First World War. Later his work was built upon by a French physician, Dr Jean Valnet and later a French beautician and biochemist, Marguerite Maury, developed a massage and beauty programme to incorporate the use of essential oils, which she introduced into Britain .

 

Aromatherapy is the use of certain therapeutic oils that are usually massaged into the body, run into a warm bath or inhaled. It is a popular, enjoyable way an aromatherpist can help someone maintain and enhance well-being, health, beauty and lifestyle.

 

For centuries, mankind has used plants, many of them fragrant, in the treatment of common ailments, as well as in cosmetics and around the home, and aromatherapy can be seen as a natural extention of these practices.

Aromatherapy can help relax, uplift and revitalise the body and spirit depending on the oil used and is a natural aid in maintaining the body's own sense of balance and well-being, at the same time working on mood enhancement and ambience.

 

It's hard to imagine a more enjoyable health treatment than a deep, relaxing massage accompanied by the aura of sweet-smelling oils.

 

If you have a medical condition, please consult your doctor before booking your treatment.