Tips 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.

There are recommended materials for use in this process. However, their specific nature depends on expected outcome and the reaction these substances give when heated. The average size of fabric to be used is 8 by 30 inches. You will require two fabrics of this size to hold the aromatic substance. Other preparation materials include a thread, needle, herbs and essential oils. Rice dominates in aromatherapy with other additions depending on personal preference.

The nature of fabric used affects your level of satisfaction. Common fabrics for wrapping include flannel, denim, cotton and Muslim. This fabric requires weaving so that rice or other aromatic substances used are held in place. Instead of buying a new fabric, you may recycle a towel, old t-shirt, socks, etc. They have a natural circular shape that holds on surfaces like the neck. The size of fabric used should 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 does not replace any muscle treatment procedure. The temperature must be moderated to avoid scalds on the skin. Keep the hot wrap away from sensitive areas or open wounds. You may enlist the assistance of a second party to help you in heating and wrapping. It reduces the time taken between the heating element and wrapping, making therapy more effective.




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