Aromatherapy Candle Making

Aromatherapy, as the name suggests takes the help of natural aromas and fragrances for well-being of the human body. This therapy usually consists of use of essential oils, that inhibit various useful medicinal properties. These essential oils are useful extractions of plants, flowers, fruits or roots. There are almost 150 different types of essential oils. Aromatherapy has been proven to provide physical and psychological benefits with proper implementation of the oils and scents. These essential oils are used in the forms of various products like soaps, candles, mouthwashes, etc. Aromatherapy can be in the form of essential oil massage, inhalation or topical application.

Aromatherapy is a growing business in the field of alternative medicines. Almost all the essential oils have useful properties like antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, antidepressant, etc. The aroma of these oils helps to alleviate psychological problems like anxiety, depression and tension. To enjoy the benefits of any essential oil, it is necessary that it enters the blood stream. Application of these oils also helps in treating skin problems like acne. These oils are also used to heal wounds and burns. To enjoy the maximum benefits of essential oils, it is necessary that these are manufactured with the help of natural raw materials.

Aromatherapy Candles
Aromatherapy candles are one of the ways of using of essential oils in aromatherapy. These candles are useful for those people who do not have time for benefiting with essential oil massages or topical applications. These candles emit fragrance of the essential oil they are made up of, when lit and provide a soothing and calm effect in the environment. When this aroma is inhaled, the contents of the essential oil are absorbed in the blood stream through the nasal passage. Making aromatherapy candles is fun and you can make it your favorite hobby.

How to Make Aromatherapy Jar Candles
Making aromatherapy candles can act as a stress reliever. The basic ingredients of these candles are essential oils and wax. Given below are the ingredients and steps to make these candles.

Ingredients

• Wax (Paraffin wax/Soy wax)
• Essential Oil
• Wicks
• Jars

Procedure

• Get beautiful transparent or colored glass jars from the nearby store. These jars can be in different shapes and sizes.
• You can purchase either paraffin wax or soy wax for your aromatherapy candle. Melt this wax in a container
• Until the wax melts, prepare the candle jar by placing the candle wick in it.
• You can add some color to this wax to make a colored candle.
• Once the wax melts, remove it from the heat and add essential oil to it.
• See that you do not add excess essential oil and add it drop by drop.
• You can go for a single essential oil or a combination of two or more.
• Stir the wax and essential oil mixture gently and pour it into the jar.
• Ensure that the candle wick stays in its place while you are pouring the mixture into the jar.
• Later keep aside the jar and let the wax cool down. Your candles are ready!
• Just light the candle once the wax cools down and enjoy the soothing effect

Once you are an expert at making aromatherapy candle, you can use them in several ways. Use them for yourself or gift your near and dear ones with these candle baskets. You can find some recipes on the Internet or come up with your own innovative recipe. Making aromatherapy candles by yourself is quite economic, than buying them from stores. Some essential oils may cause irritation to skin on direct application. Thus, make sure you make a good search about all the essential oils.