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JennScents ® Aromatherapy. Jennifer Hochell Pressimone Holistic Aromatherapist , Herbalist, Author & Educator Owner – JennScents ® , Inc., JennScents ® Institute & Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa. Holistic Aromatherapy for Health. Introduction to the power of aromatherapy How it works
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JennScents® Aromatherapy Jennifer HochellPressimone Holistic Aromatherapist, Herbalist, Author & Educator Owner – JennScents®, Inc., JennScents® Institute & Clermont Herb Shoppe & Day Spa
Holistic Aromatherapy for Health • Introduction to the power of aromatherapy • How it works • How it can enhance quality of life and reduce stress • Essential oil review • Application and Blends • Q&A
History • 9000+ years of historical data • Famous Aromatherapist • Rene Gattefosse • Jean Valnet • 17th Century French Plague Survivors • Today • Long-term health facilities • Hospice • Hospitals • Athletes • Colleges
Introduction to Holistic Aromatherapy • What is aromatherapy? • Characteristics • Benefits • Olfactory system
Safety Guidelines • Keep out of reach of children and dementia • Use caution with serious health concerns and during pregnancy • Always apply with carrier (not direct to skin) • Citrus oils are phototoxic
Essential Oil Quality • Pure vs. synthetic • Health benefits and concerns • Allergies • Testing
Application Methods • Not for ingestion • Inhalation • Diffuser • Topical • Lotion, Massage Oil • Body Spray, Deodorant • Salve, Ointment • Compress • Bath • Perfume
Essential Oil Profiles • Lavender • Relaxing and calming • Soothes nerves, anxiety, irritability • Great for skin – insect bites, scrapes, wounds • Recent studies showing beneficial with Alzheimer’s • Antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic
Red Mandarin • Immune support - Contains Vitamin C • Great for stress and adrenal support • Relaxing & Energizing to body • Insomnia • Fatigue, moodiness, tension • Antispasmodic, antiseptic, digestive, carminitive
Roman Chamomile • Calming, soothing, quiets mental chatter • Caretaker oil – mothering • Adrenals, digestive issues • Insomnia, stress relief, anxiety, nervousness, panic, workaholics • Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-depressant • Caution with ragweed allergies
Bergamot • Historically used to flavor Earl Grey Tea • “Pick me up” oil, uplifting • Great for depression, anxiety, addictions • Fevers, sore throat • Antiviral, antidepressant, antiseptic
Peppermint • Rejuvenating and invigorating • Memory, focus, alertness • Mental fatigue, lack of energy • Cooling oil, reduces heat (fever, hot flashes) • Nausea, vertigo, headaches • Antiseptic, analgesic, decongestant, febrifuge
Lemon • Air and water purifier • Sunshine in a bottle – uplifting, energizing • Fatigue, concentration, focus, alertness, sluggishness • Respiratory support, lymphatic support • Antiseptic, antiviral, digestive, fungicide, ph balance
Eucalyptus • Respiratory support - enhances breathing • Combats feelings of being overwhelmed, picky details • Sore muscles and joints • Antiviral, antifungal, decongestant, expectorant, antiseptic • Caution with epilepsy
Cinnamon • Oldest spice known to man • Big hug in a bottle • Destroys airborne viruses and spread of infection • Safety, security, home-like, warming • Great for stress relief, calm nerves • Antiseptic, anti-diarrheal, anti-parasitic • Caution with those on blood thinners
JennScents® Aromatherapy In Historic Downtown Clermont 702 W. Montrose St. Clermont, FL 34711 352-243-9627 www.jennscents.com
JennScents® Training Material • JennScents® Recipe Guide • JennScents® Aromatherapy Guide for Pets • JennScents® Certification Courses • Online Discount: POLK2011 • 20% off any purchase through 9/30/11 (products, books, courses)
Thank You Questions? Have a scentful day!