Aromatherapy Questions with verified answers
another description of essential oils and how they are created Ans✓✓-organic
constituents of fragrant plant matter and are extracted by distillation or cold
pressing
aromatherapy applications Ans✓✓-1- aromatic bath, hot tub or sauna
2- aromatic compress
3- aromatic facial steam
4- environmental and room fragrance
5- aroma lamps
6- inhalation
7- aromatic spray
8- massage
cautions for use of essential oils Ans✓✓-1- always dilute dilute in carrier oil to
prevent skin irritation and burning
2- when using new oil on a client- patch test for sensitization and irritation
3- be familiar with oils that are contraindicated during pregnancy or for clients
with diseases and illnesses ( ie. asthma and epilepsy)
4- know what essential oils are not appropriate for aromatherapy ( ie.
wormwood, onion, bitter almond, pennyroyal, camphor, horseradish,
wintergreen, rue, sassafras- only used by qualified aromatherapist
cautions for use of photosensitizing oils Ans✓✓-advise client to avoid exposure to
to sun and duse of tanning beds for 12 hours after application
, definition of essential oils Ans✓✓-subtle, volatile chemicals distilled from:
bushes shrubs
flowers seeds
plants trees
roots
essential oil storage Ans✓✓-store away from light, heat and keep cap tightly
closed - essential oils are volatile and evaporate readily
examples of photosentisizing oils Ans✓✓-bergamot, verbena, lime, angelica root,
bitter orange, lemon and grapefruit
how are essential beneficial for skin care Ans✓✓-balance cebum
help tone complexion in supporting capillary function
how are therapeutic grade oils produced Ans✓✓-under lower pressure to
preserve their molecular structures with the highest integrity- lower pressure=
less essential oil= more expensive than commercial-grade oils
how can essential oils help the head Ans✓✓-can e used in hair and scalp products
to improve circulation to scalp, to prevent dandruff and promote healthy new hair
growth
how do essential oils affect glands Ans✓✓-can have a soothing and sedating
effect
another description of essential oils and how they are created Ans✓✓-organic
constituents of fragrant plant matter and are extracted by distillation or cold
pressing
aromatherapy applications Ans✓✓-1- aromatic bath, hot tub or sauna
2- aromatic compress
3- aromatic facial steam
4- environmental and room fragrance
5- aroma lamps
6- inhalation
7- aromatic spray
8- massage
cautions for use of essential oils Ans✓✓-1- always dilute dilute in carrier oil to
prevent skin irritation and burning
2- when using new oil on a client- patch test for sensitization and irritation
3- be familiar with oils that are contraindicated during pregnancy or for clients
with diseases and illnesses ( ie. asthma and epilepsy)
4- know what essential oils are not appropriate for aromatherapy ( ie.
wormwood, onion, bitter almond, pennyroyal, camphor, horseradish,
wintergreen, rue, sassafras- only used by qualified aromatherapist
cautions for use of photosensitizing oils Ans✓✓-advise client to avoid exposure to
to sun and duse of tanning beds for 12 hours after application
, definition of essential oils Ans✓✓-subtle, volatile chemicals distilled from:
bushes shrubs
flowers seeds
plants trees
roots
essential oil storage Ans✓✓-store away from light, heat and keep cap tightly
closed - essential oils are volatile and evaporate readily
examples of photosentisizing oils Ans✓✓-bergamot, verbena, lime, angelica root,
bitter orange, lemon and grapefruit
how are essential beneficial for skin care Ans✓✓-balance cebum
help tone complexion in supporting capillary function
how are therapeutic grade oils produced Ans✓✓-under lower pressure to
preserve their molecular structures with the highest integrity- lower pressure=
less essential oil= more expensive than commercial-grade oils
how can essential oils help the head Ans✓✓-can e used in hair and scalp products
to improve circulation to scalp, to prevent dandruff and promote healthy new hair
growth
how do essential oils affect glands Ans✓✓-can have a soothing and sedating
effect
