I decided to complete a certification in aromatherapy so that I can learn to use very concentrated, anti-microbial, potential dangerous, volatile organic compounds safely, NOT for its woo woo healing effects. As it turns out, the power of touch combined with the effects of scents (“hyangii” in Korean) of good quality essential oils on the brain does have some magic to it.

The aromatherapy massage I learned (and practised on fifty case-studies) during my aromatherapy training was adapted from the routine developed in the 1940’s by French biochemist Marguerite Maury. It is a gentle, holistic approach to the therapeutic use of 100% pure essential oils that are diluted in nourishing carrier oils. Massage with a good quality oil helps to detoxify the body and alleviates physical and mental stress in the following ways:

Physical absorption of essential oils through the skin combined with massage relaxes muscles and facilitates lymphatic drainage.
Delivery of essential oil vapours to the limbic system through inhalation can affect mental and emotional states depending on the essential oils that are used.

Massage can be performed by a professional but it can also be done by (or to) someone you care about. It can also be done to yourself, such as in the Ayurvedic self-massage practise of abhyanga.

Hyangii’s massage oil is formulated to resistant rancidity and staining, making it a multi-functional preservative-free, plant-based product that replaces water-based body lotion, massage oil, lubricant and even hair serum!

While it has been formulated to minimize the chance of skin reactions, it is always a good idea of spot test plant-based products.

Yours in self-care,

Cee