Essential oil is just what the name declares: essential oil, or basic, fundamental oil. Essential oils are an oil-based product that has an infused scent in it. Usually, it is one scent, like lavender, or rose, but sometimes essential oils can have a mixture of several different scents combined in one bottle.

Scented oil is made from essential oil. It is less concentrated and lighter. You can make your own scented oil by mixing a few drops of essential oil in with an oil base, or 'carrier' oil. By making your own scented oil, you will be able to make a unique scent all your own! Scented oils are good when used in lamp rings placed on top of a light bulb in your lamp. When the bulb heats up, the ring gets hot and the oil is diffused into the air.

One of the most popular essential oils is lavender, which has many therapeutic properties, such as being an antiseptic and insect repellent. The aromatherapy value of lavender rests in its ability to provide relaxation and a feeling of general well-being. Another popular oil is Chamomile, its apple-like scent calms frazzled nerves and is also effective in relieving the symptoms of PMS and muscle aches. Eucalyptus, as most know, is very popular for cough medications, but it also provides relief from mental fatigue and improves alertness. Peppermint also has many uses that are related to its aroma and medicinal capabilities.

Aromatherapy oil burners are designed to heat and release essential and scented oils. You can release these essences throughout your home and enhance the mental and emotional well being of your body. You can use them to simply freshen up a room in your home or office and give you the feeling of relaxation that you are looking for. These aromatherapy oil burners will make great gifts for anyone as well. You can give them to anyone that has health or mental problems. They will be helpful to their mental and emotional well being.

One way to enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy oils is to put a few drops on a tissue and then hold it near your nose to ensure that you do not have an allergic reaction to that particular oil. If you do have a reaction, there are plenty of other amazing oils to choose and understand that when you are using oils for message benefits, be sure to keep the liquid away from sensitive areas on your body.

Fragrance oils, not to be confused with essential oils, are manufactured oils that blend artificial or natural fragrances. These oils are generally used in make-up, home scents, perfumes and aromatherapy. Since they are made up of mostly synthetic materials, these oils should not be used on the body. Fragrance oils are also known as fragrant oils, potpourri oil, burning oils and simmering oils.

Massage oil is applied during your sessions to make the skin soft and flexible, making kneading and the muscle stimulation more effortless and comfortable. The herbs, flowers, and plants that are used in massage oil are also related to receptors in the brain that change the mood your in, which is why you leave the spa in a relaxed and better mood.