Guest guest Posted April 29, 2006 Report Share Posted April 29, 2006 At 05:36 PM 4/28/2006, you wrote: >Can a Fragrance oil have the same or similar aromatherapy benefit as >an Essential Oil? That is, can the perception of the smell give the >benefit if the fragrance isn't from a plant scource. in one way...and one way only, it could. ie, of the smell of lilac reminds me of happy memories in my grandmother's house, a GOOD synthetic lilac might bring back the feelings of those memories. will a synthetic rose strengthen my spirit the way true rose otto does, or will a synthetic pink grapefruit energize me the way the real thing does? will synthetic orange blossom bring a halt to a panic attack? I don't think so. will something that smells like eucalyptus ease a sinus head ache? I don't know? but I KNOW the synthetics won't have the antibacterial or anti fungal effects of the oils. will imitation lavender and imitation helichrysum ease pain and inflamation? I doubt it! Over 10 years online supplying Aromatherapy and Healthcare Professionals Essential Oils, Hydrosols, Accessories, Hard to find Books and Videos <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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