Why Do People Get Aromatherapy Massage?

Since aromatherapy massage is a bit like Swedish massage but with scent added, people often get it for muscle- and joint-related conditions or for physical or mental stress.

Other conditions include:

• Headache
• Insomnia
• Digestive disorders
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Back pain

Each essential oil used in aromatherapy is said to have different properties. For example, some calm while others energize. Here are some widely used essential oils and their purported properties:

• Calming – chamomile, lavender, geranium
• Uplifting – ylang-ylang, clary sage, rose, neroli
• Energizing – rosemary
• Decongesting – eucalyptus, pine, tea tree

Your massage therapist may pick oils based on your symptoms.