Monday, September 5, 2016

A Guide To Preparing Homemade Aromatherapy Heat Wraps

By John Fox


Aromatherapy has been used since time in memorial to reduce muscle tension and rejuvenate the body. Beyond working on your muscles, aromatherapy heat wraps boost your psych which invigorates your spirit. It is possible to offer therapy to yourself and still achieve excellent results. This saves you fees paid to commercial therapists as well as offer privacy and control over the process.

The substances used to provide the aroma will determine the materials you will need. Their quantities depend on body size and how these substances react once they come into contact with heat. The normal size of fabric used is an 8 by 30 inches cloth. You need two fabrics to effectively accomplish this mission. Other materials include a needle, thread and essential oils. Rice is the most common aroma provider in addition to herbs. Personal preferences determine the best combination.

The fabric used should be comfortable on the skin when hot. It should make therapy easy and effective. Common materials used for the fabric include cotton, Muslim, flannel and denim. The two fabrics of a similar size are sewn together so that they hold the rice. If new fabrics are not available, recycled socks, jeans, t-shirts and socks may be used. Their natural circular shape holds the neck or other areas well. They also facilitate easy wrapping.

Measure the fabric depending on your body size and the area you intend to wrap. The substances used in providing the aroma will dictate the width of your fabric. Provide enough space to hold these substances and allow the aroma to ooze out. The fabric should provide enough room to tightly wrap it until it holds the targeted area.

Wrapping fabric is prepared by sewing it in the form of a pocket. The stitches should be as close as possible to hold rice or any other substance that needs to be inserted. To facilitate filling, leave one end open. Since site is a part of therapy, use a fabric that is pleasant to the eyes.

Instant rice is not the best especially when the microwave is being used for heating. The rice gets cooked fast, a process that interferes with therapy. The other substances used, including herbs and essential oils should easily withstand high temperatures. Follow user instructions for commercial products to avoid damage or emergencies. The aroma may be produced by a single substance or a combination of them. Personal preference determines the ingredients to be used.

The wrapping fabric is sewn together after rice and other aromatic substances are added. Heating takes 30 seconds at most up to the desired temperature. Between the heating intervals, shake the fabric to redistribute and activate the oils. The wrap is then placed around the neck like draping for the therapeutic feel.

Therapy remains an enhancement procedure and must never be used in place of treatment. Control heating temperature to avoid scalding the skin. Do not place the wrap on sensitive body parts or open wounds. A relative or friend assisting you will make the process faster, more effective and relaxing. Avoid losing heat between the microwave and wrapping.




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