Aromatherapy

The Barber Industry is currently utilizing the benefits of aromatherapy to revitalize and rejuvenate the body besides catering to the essential cleaning, toning, moisturizing and protective properties of essential oils for various skin and hair types. The most common way to use Essential Oils for Barbers is when doing Hot Towel Shaves, adding a few drops to the treatment can really enhance the treatment and all gives many benefits depending on the oil used.

What Does Aromatherapy Do?

Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Sometimes it's called essential oil therapy. Aromatherapy uses aromatic essential oils medicinally to improve the health of the body, mind, and spirit. It enhances both physical and emotional health.

How To Use Aromatherapy Oils?

The most common way to use essential oils is to inhale them, either directly out of the bottle or by using a diffuser or humidifier. You can also dilute essential oils with a carrier oil and apply it directly your skin. Or you can get creative and add the mixture to a body wash, shampoo, or bath.

How To Know Which Essential Oil To Use:

Benzoin Oil can be used as an anti-septic for fungus irritations, as well as a moisturiser for dry, cracked or chapped skin.
Bergamont Oil has an uplifting and fruity aroma. It helps to ease anxiety and balances the skin.
Black Pepper Oil eases muscular aches and pains, while soothing and boosting the body's defences. It provides a spicy fragrance.
Chamomile Oil promotes sleep and soothes the nervous system of tension. A mild and soothing oil.
Clary Sage Oil combats fatigue and soothes nerves to aid a deep and restful sleep. It can be used as an uplifting tonic with warm and relaxing qualities.
Eucalyptus Oil helps relive muscular aches and pains, and serves as a powerful anti-septic, with a cooling effect on the skin.
Frankincense Oil relieves symptoms of anxiety and rejuvenates the skin. An uplifting and fresh aroma that helps deepen breathing.
Geranium Oil restores the equilibrium to emotions, skin and hormones. An uplifting and floral fragrance.
Ginger Oil helps to ease any muscular aches and pains, as well as any digestive cramps.
Grapefruit Oil acts as a gentle anti-septic and toner for the skin, while also containing uplifting qualities for the emotions. A refreshing citrus scent.
Juniper Berry Oil helps boost circulation, tone and clarify the skin, and also contains detoxing qualities.
Lavender Oil acts as an anti-inflammatory, while soothing the skin, body and mind. Other qualities include cleansing and refreshing.
Lemon Oil has a toning and clarifying agent for the skin. An uplifting and fruity fragrance.
Lemongrass Oil boosts circulation and eases any muscular aches and cramps. An energizing and zesty fragrance.
Mandarin Oil gently calms nerves and comforts emotions. A warming and soothing aroma.
Neroli Oil helps to nourish and replenish dry skin. It can also be used relieve anxiety, resulting in an uplifting essense. A refreshing and floral scent.
Orange Oil revitalizes and gently detoxifies. An uplifting and sweet fragrance.
Peppermint Oil stimulates the mind and refreshes the body. It also acts as a great digestive tonic.
Rosemary Oil relieves muscular aches and pains, while increasing circulation. It helps to focus the mind and also contains both toning and strengthening qualities.
Sandalwood Oil soothes dry skin and scalp. Useful for oily skin due to astringent properties.
Tea Tree Oil is a natural anti-septic with medicial qualities for fungul irritations and more.
Ylang Ylang Oil soothes nerves and relives emotional stress, while providing a floral and sensual aroma.