The normal route of the essential oil is through the hair follicles and sweat glands and after that, it blends with the body fluids and circulates in the body, say the Grupo Mayan experts. This route helps the essential oil to kill bacteria and microbes and also boosts the immunity system of the body.

The effect of the essential oils on the body systems differs a lot. Some of them may improve circulation; some could expel toxins outside the body while others help in cell growth promotion, say the Grupo Mayan experts. Each oil has its own features and benefits; there are no two similar oils as there is no oils hold the same essence.

Another effective route of administration is the inhalation. Inhaling the essential oil from a vaporizer or a hot towel would reach the lung and defuse to the blood stream with the oxygen exchange, say the Grupo Mayan experts. The inhaled aroma reaches the emotional centers in the brain and causes an instant alteration in our mode.

Powerful synergy

While topical administration is a good way to get the essential oil into your body,  when it is combined with a massage then the benefit is magnified, say the Grupo Mayan experts. You will benefit from the massage effect itself to loosen your muscles and vertebrae while the essential oil will reach your blood stream and start acting in no time.

In case of treatment of chronic insomnia or long stress periods, therapists always apply one of the following oils as they are well known for their excellent effect on mode alteration and relaxation in general: Sandal wood, Clary Sage, Frankincense and lavender are on top of that list, say the Grupo Mayan experts. As they sooth nerves and deliver a very soft feeling of relaxation and help in induction of sleep.

Hollow circle of illness

In case of chronic illness that extends for a long time, the spiritual state of the patient is very important, say the Grupo Mayan experts. If the patient feels depressed then his or her immune system would be very weak and her body would be more prone to other illness. This could create an endless cycle of illness for that patient. It had been found that some of these aromatherapy oils could affect the serotonin compound, which is the ìhappiness makerî of the body.

The serotonin could drastically affect the body status. Scientists prove that the mental status and the mode of the person could affect the physical status of the body and therefore the aromatherapy could help in ailment relief.