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Wellness Therapies Flashcards

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Three natural therapies

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Aromatherapy
Phytotherapy
Algotherapy

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Natural therapies involve ingredients extracted from

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Herbs
Flowers
Sea plants
The earth

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Def of aromatherapy

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Controlled use of essential oils

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Essential oils should not be __________ or _______ without being ___________

Exceptions?

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Essential oils should not be used internally or applied directly to skin without being diluted in a carrier oil

Lavender and tea tree oil

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Common issues with aromatherapy (essential oils) and what not to use for those

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Phototoxicity (sensitivity to sunlight) - Angelica root, bergamot, cumin, ginger, lemon, lime, and orange

Skin irritation - allspice, basil, black pepper, eucalyptus, pine needle, thyme, and peppermint

Pregnancy - basil, cedarwood, cinnamon, fennel, and thyme

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How aromatherapy can be used/applied

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Can be applied by massage; used in skin care products, compresses, body wraps, scrubs, lotions, and diffused in the air

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Antibacterial and antimicrobial property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Helps body fight off and kill harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses

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Antiseptic property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Prevents bacterial growth on skin; heals skin eruptions with external application

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Astringent property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Provides a constricting, drying effect; helps contract tissue and reduce secretions

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Anti-inflammatory property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Reduces tissue swelling and soothes swollen muscles

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Analgesic property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Relieves pain either by relaxing muscles or reducing pain signals to the brain

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Antioxidant property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Fights harmful oxidation, which leads to free-radical attack

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Regenerative and wound healing property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Promotes cell regeneration so the skin can repair itself

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Soothing and calming property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Calms the nervous system, reduces irritation, helps reduce stress

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Stimulating property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Increases blood flow at the surface of the skin

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Moisturizing property of aromatherapy - primary actions

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Softens dry or flaky skin, conditions, soothes, and protects skin

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5 methods of how essential oils are obtained

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Steam distillation: most common; steam is percolated through plant material, pulling off volatile oils, which are then condensed; oil separates from water

Expression: squeezes fragrant oil out of an ingredient

Extraction: uses chemical solvent (petroleum or ether) to leach aromatic component from plant

Enfleurage: steeping matter in oil or fat, which absorbs materials fragrance

Maceration: plunging substance into hot oil or fat, which absorbs ingredients fragrance

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areas during a facial to add essential oils (7)

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Massage
Steam or warm towels
Masks
Paraffin wax treatments
Hand or foot soak treatments
Mud treatments
Body wraps

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Aromatherapy shown in the treatment room

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Room diffuser
Ultrasonic diffuser (little water no heat)

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Soothing aroma fragrances

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Lavender, chamomile, sandalwood, and ylang-ylang

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Energizing essential oils

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Lemon, grapefruit, mint, and eucalyptus

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Lavender uses

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Used in many facial and body treatments and products; soothes swollen muscles

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Orange oil uses

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Pleasant aroma; acne; sedative

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Peppermint oil uses

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Cooling, calming, and relieves tension and aches in sore muscles; antiviral, insecticidal

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rosemary oil uses
Helps boost immune system, relieves aches and pains, and relieves muscle tension; invigorating, purifying
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Rose oil uses
Promotes skin healing; tightens skin
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Sandalwood oil uses
Relieves sore muscles, soothes irritated skin; acne
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Lemon oil uses
Refreshing aroma; rejuvenating, nourishes, and hydrates skin to prevent aging; acne
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Tea tree oil uses
Acne/problem skin; good for cuts and abrasions
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Eucalyptus oil uses
Relieves stiff, sore muscles; boosts circulation
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Ylang-ylang oil uses
Enhances circulation; soothes irritated skin; increases microcirculation
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Neroli oil uses
Oily skin, mature skin; helps with scars and stretch marks
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Chamomile oil uses
Any skin conditions, any treatment; helps with headaches
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Fragrance categories (6)
Floral Oriental Forest or wood Spice blend Fruit blend Modern blend
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Carrier oils and benefits (7)
Jojoba oil - moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, antifungal Coconut oil - antibacterial, antifungal, moisturizing Sunflower oil - antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating Grapeseed oil - moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant Almond oil - rejuvenating and moisturizing Apricot kernel oil - moisturizing, stimulating, anti-inflammatory Olive oil - moisturizing, hydrating, anti-inflammatory
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Phytotherapy def
Medicinal use of plants (herbalism)
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3 methods of Phytotherapy treatments
Infusions: herb steeped in a container such as a tea bag or tea ball in boiling water; herbal teas are infusions Decoction: boiling loose herbs in water Poultice: mixing crushed herbs and hot liquid to form a paste; placed directly on skin or folded into a hot towel to use as a compress
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3 Phytotherapy actions
Botanicals: plant ingredients Tinctures: soaking herbs in alcohol to extract active ingredient Ointment: thick cream or sale made from herbs and petroleum
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Basic Phytotherapy ingredients (13)
Lavender - flowers Aloe Vera Algae Avocado Green tea Echinacea Mulberry Willow bark Licorice root Eucalyptus Ylang-ylang Mushrooms Chamomile
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Algotherapy def
Therapeutic uses of seaweed or algae (algae therapy)
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How Esthes use seaweed (4)
Extracts and gel diluted with water or toner then applied on skin Mixed into masks, moisturizers, and body products Body treatments; powdered seaweed mixed with different liquids to form a paste Seaweed powder mixed in therapeutic baths
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Thalassotherapy def
Treatments using sea products; seawater, sea mud, sea sand, and sea plants
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Seaweed actions
Effective moisturizer, can boost cell metabolism, aids skin circulation, and healing
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Concentrated trace elements in sea plants (8)
Mineral salts Essential amino acids Polysaccharides Vitamins Enzymes Helpful bacteria Natural antioxidants Phytohormones
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Brown algae properties/uses
Contains high levels of iodine and fiber (iodine detoxifies and stimulates cell renewal); good source of vitamin c; has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties (kelp)
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Green algae (seaweed) properties/uses
Contains large amounts of vitamin c and magnesium; magnesium helps relax body and soothes and calms skin; contains minerals like calcium, copper, iodine, iron, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vanadium, and zinc
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Red algae properties/uses
Contains beta-carotene and protein; beta carotene is antioxidant and anti-aging; rich in calcium (Irish moss, laver(nori), and coralline algae)
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Blue-green algae properties/uses
Contains many B vitamins, calcium, and protein; protein supplies skin cells with energy; vitamins help protect skin from environmental damage and prevent it from drying out (Cyanobacteria found in lakes, rivers, and ponds)
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Reflexology uses
Pressure on specific points of feet, hand, and sometimes the ears to influence certain body conditions
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Ayurveda def/belief
Optimal health can only be achieved is a persons body and emotional state are in balance
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Reiki (touch therapy) def and how it’s performed and its belief/concept
Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation; also supports balance in the body’s system Performed by laying hands in various positions on the body Based on concept that an unseen life force energy flows through each person and causes us to be alive
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Mindfulness def/action
Deliberate practice of calmly being present in the moment; ability to pay attention to ones thoughts and feelings Shown to help regulate emotions and manage stress, anxiety, and depression
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Meditation def
Incorporates concentrations such as mindfulness, and focus on breathing or the repetition of a mantra to achieve a higher spiritual awareness
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