Aromachology ... Aromatherapy - Do you know the difference?

Too many questions I guess. I figured you probably will still be trying to figure out the meaning of one or both terms. A simple definition; aromachology is the study of aromas. However, it doesn’t just stop there because the study tries to find out the benefits of pleasant smells to man. A more accurate, acceptable and encompassing definition is therefore needed. Thus Aromachology can be defined as the study of aroma and the effects this fragrance have on humans especially on their psychology and behavior. Aromachology was first described by the Sense Smell Institute, a division of Fragrance Foundation about 20 years ago, a non-profit organization involved in research programs for the international fragrance industry. In this scientific study, researchers are not limited to the study of only naturally occurring fragrance but also take into consideration, the psychological effects of the synthetic forms. Basically Aromachology draws a lot of interest from the business world especially from perfume manufacturing industry, so the studies are mostly bank-rolled by them.
An understanding of the differences between aromachology and aromatherapy is necessary especially if one is in the relevant industry. While Aromatherapy, an ancient art of healing aims to enhance well-being through the pure essential oils of aromatic plant stems, leaves or flowers, Aromachology, in contrast, describes the science that studies how a pleasant aroma--derived from the laboratory synthetically or naturally--affects human psychology.
Many dubious manufacturers offer products containing synthetic fragrances and fillers with little or no trace of true natural plant essences, yet claim they have aromatherapeutic effects and users only end up with aromachological effects which makes a case for why people should understand the differences between these two in order to be properly guided. A lot of people, who desire aromatherapy, have ended up with aromachology effects and vice versa. A quick glance through the ingredients list of popular aromatherapy room deodorizing spray, for example, rarely will show the exclusive use of genuine natural essential oils as a constituent. When present, are in very insignificant amounts.

Aromatherapy:

Aromatherapy is the use of plant essential oils to improve physical health as well as psychological health in bath water, as air fresheners or as massage oils. Chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefosse was the first to describe aromatherapy and the healing properties inherent in plants’ aroma. However, the use of oils from plants has always existed for thousands of years. Aromatherapy practice is a popular form of Alternative Health Care.
increasingly gaining popularity across the globe. Aromatherapy uses only pure, natural essential oils, each being ailment specific.

Here at 'Scentfull Kozies' We will deliver both!


What are the differences?

Therapeutic properties of plants have been known for ages by herbalist and other alternative care practitioners, the use of essential oils is now just a recent addition to the already wide array of alternative health care systems. The real difference between the two is that, aromachology is concerned with the study of synthetic and natural fragrance while aromatherapy limits itself to the use of the use of naturally existing sources of fragrance for healing purposes. Aromatherapy and aromachology are now widely in use today. Aromatherapy is the art of treating ailments with essential oils obtained from an extraction process of the leaves, stems, flowers or roots of plant and made into various forms useful to man. Its uses vary so much that many people now use the oils in cars as air freshener but especially to derive health benefits. Aromachology, a term introduced in 1982, is the study of the influence of smells on the behavior. So aromatherapy is actually a new approach to smelling a fragrance and beyond that derive positive influence in our health and general well-being.
Nicholas Culpeper in 1652 wrote the first "scientific" book that discussed the properties of plants. He discussed list of various medicinal plants found in England and the way they are obtained, prepared and used for treatment of ailments hundreds of years before the term "aromatherapy" was described by Chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefosse in his book Aromathérapie: les huiles essentielles, hormones végétales ("Gattefossé's Aromatherapy - The First Book on Aromatherapy translated from original 1937 French text). In his book, Rene-Maurice demonstrates how essential oils can reach vital organs through skin to create desirable effects in the body.
Another way of differentiating Aromachology and Aromatherapy, is by noting that, aromachology is a field of study that encompasses aromatherapy. So aromatherapy can be said to be a part of aromachology. Aromachology takes aromatherapy into consideration, by looking into the use of naturally occurring essential oils as well as synthetic fragrance.
Aromatherapy takes the cure of physical well-being of the body more seriously that aromachology that places more emphasis on the effect of aroma on human psyche.
Essential oils have complex and little understood effects on the body because of paucity of research in the field. There may be idiosyncrasies existing in the effects of the aroma and because very little studies have been carried out, people are made to think aromatherapy always works.
Nowadays, there is a very high tendency to believe that oils extracted from some plants have an effect on mood and behavior. So do we really believe they work? Some have argued that treatments that affect the mind usually depend on individual belief. This leave aromachology with a little edge because if its limited use to affect mood and behaviors alone, in a situation where aromatherapist claims they have got solutions to somatic problems, like motion sickness, skin diseases, sleeplessness, headache etc., without much research to back it up.
Despite this, a few proofs provided by aromachology is what most of the practices are based. For example, it has been proven that Rosemary oil enhances cognitive performance and users can improve clarity and focus, Peppermint is invigorating and Lavender is relaxing. The practice of Aromatherapy has withstood the test of time however, and in the west its popularity as a complementary medicine continues to grow especially with many people with insomnia claiming to have found relief after weeks of therapy with essential oils.

Busy Busy Busy ... Quick Note - Self Talk! YES, I CAN!!!

Familiar with self-talk? How about affirmations?Well, we all have self-talk and we all practice affirmations, intentionally or otherwise. The important thing is to think about what you want, not about what you don’t want. Even for a very positive person, there is still a vital element about your thoughts and desires that must be released correctly; And that element is positivity. Be sure that the way in which you present the desire is affirmative in nature.

Example:
Through self-talk of affirmation the thought is released, “I don’t want to be sick”.The Universe understands this as: Sick, I sick, want sick, be sick.There is no “don’t” in the thought vibration. The presence of fear is also released with this desire. Fear begets more fear and this is not the optimum result.
Another Example:
“I don’t want to loose my job.”, or “I am happy that I have not lost my job.”The Universe understands this as: job, loose job, want loose job, happy lost job.In the first example there is also fear associated with the desire. Never release fear with your desire, only strength and positivity.
Suggested correction:
Instead of “I don’t want to be sick”, you think or say, “I am thankful to be healthy”. Instead of thinking, “I don’t want to loose my job”, you say, “I am grateful to have a job”.

It’s pretty simple. Spend a day paying attention to your self-talk and how you express your fears and desires. Keep every thought to the affirmative.

Enjoy!

The Latest ...

Hope to have the Web site up within the next few months. With the economy the way it is ... I have had to make many adjustments. So as I work towards producing the perfect pair of "Scented pajamas" i.e. Scentfull Kozies - I am also working on many other scented items I love!! They will be added to the web site and available for purchase as soon as the site is up!

Currently working on adding 100% hand-crafted, highly-scented candles.
Hours have been spent perfecting each and every candle recipe produced. Each has been thoroughly tested and hand poured virtually every commercial wax blend on the market and several hundred different fragrance oils. Every candle container has been tested with multiple wick types and sizes to ensure maximum burn characteristics for the life of the candle. Each and every candle is personally tested by myself as well as various third parties who are also extreme candle enthusiasts. Based on the results of the tests, recipes are adjusted if needed, candles are reproduced and sent back out for testing.The End Result A true 100% handcrafted, hand poured, perfectly scented and perfect burning candle with an extremely high scent throw.

Soy Wax vs. Paraffin Wax
Currently, all of our candles are formulated with an extremely high-quality, Soft and Creamy, Paraffin wax blend. This specially formulated blend is the key element as to why our candles are so strong smelling. By researching you'll soon discover that "Soy" candles don't burn any cleaner than other types of candles. In fact, the whole "Soy Candles are Better" advertising campaign is just that - an advertising campaign! All we know is that out of all the different wax blends that we have personally tested (and that's a lot), the paraffin blend that we use, by far, out performs any soy based candle on the market in terms of scent throw. However, due to the growing popularity of soy wax, we are currently testing several soy blends...we just haven't found one that meets our "Scent Throw" standards. But we're looking and it is coming soon :)

Read the truth about Soy, Paraffin ...
and other types of waxes on the market at the National Candle Association, the governing authority for United States Candle Manufacturers:. NCA ( National Candle Association):
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2010 Let's GO!!

New Years Resolutions?? Those are wishful thoughts! Want to do something?? Don't wait til Dec 31st 11:59 pm..DO IT NOW!

I have no New Years Resolutions ... My only plan for 2010 is to keep it going and work a little ... Well a lot harder than I did last year!!!

Nothing really to change I'm proud of "ME" as I am, of course we can all do better and of course that is the ongoing goal for me. Keep making a better me and working on keeping myself and my family happy and healthy!!!

Come on Friends and Family GO DO IT NOW!!!

God Bless ... you can if you think you can!!!

Kat (=^.^=)

Thinking Outside the BOX

WELL ... I have been working on my pajama company and not getting the funding I need in order to start an apparel line just yet with this economy and all ... so what happened is I came across this line of Terra-Cotta Pendants used as Aromatherapy difusers and developed this idea to broaden my knowledge of Aromatherapy and do what I intend to do with my Pajamas with these pendants in the interim. Aromatherapy is a NEVER ending science.

As I get exposed to new ideas, I like to learn as much as I can about them so I read and read and search the internet! I like to be able to share the information that excites me in a clear, concise and accurate manner.

More and more today we are learning about the connection between the mind and body. We know that getting to a place of feeling good is a great proactive approach to staying healthy. Since aroma is processed in the part of the brain responsible for memory, emotion and trauma, inhaling pure essential oils profoundly affects the way we feel!

Diffusing essential oils with a wearable diffuser that effectively and continuously disperses the oil into the air you breathe is a powerful way to support your desire to feel good all day long.

These pendants work in a fantastic way ... When terra cotta clay is kiln-baked, the moisture evaporates from the wet clay leaving a multitude of tiny air pockets. These tiny air pockets trap the oil and allow it to diffuse very slowly from the kiln-baked clay Allowing one to discover the subtle wonderful world of Aromatherapy!!!

Will start Bloggin more ...

Started a class today it is titled "Fashion Merchandising Retail, Sales, Marketing and Apparel Industry Business Course" lol I have to read the couse title just to remember the darn thing. I am taking the class to help with some aspects of my business that I may not know or understand.

Today was super busy, I went to sign up for the class and was told you need to start today to get in ... so the day was rushed and Hectic but give me a week or so and I'll be back in the swing of things.

Have a wonderful week eveyone ;~)

Stay Tough and Trust

Hello Everyone!
It is with great pleasure today that I blog! It excites me to know that through this forum, I will be able to share with you my inspirations, my dreams, news ... etcetera!!

The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may follow all the words of this law. ~ Deuteronomy 29:29

All of us face disappointments from time to time. No matter how much faith you have or how good a person you are, sooner or later, something (or somebody!) will shake your faith to its foundations.

It may be something simple, such as not qualifying for a loan to buy that house you really wanted. Or it may be something more serious - a marriage relationship falling apart, the death of a loved one, or an incurable, debilitating illness.

Whatever it is, that disappointment possesses the potential to derail you and wreck your faith. Recognize in advance that disappointments will come. Be prepared to trust God when they do.

~Tough times never last forever, tough people DO!