As more and more CBD products are coming onto the market, CBD aromatherapy has become a prominent way to use CBD for many beginning and long-time consumers. Using CBD in aromatherapy allows the user to gain many of the benefits associated with CBD in a very non-intrusive way. Some products designed for aromatherapy include candles, bath bombs, essential oils, diffusers, and more.
What is Aromatherapy?
So what exactly is aromatherapy? In order to understand its effects on the body’s olfactory system, let's take an example of one of the most common ways to do an aromatherapy treatment - candles with essential oils.
Aromatherapy candles can be bought at all kinds of shops around the country. There are various different kinds of candles, wax materials, essential oils, and added herbs. We won’t go into detail here, but keep in mind that you’ll want to check with your trusted CBD retailer, whether local or online, to learn about which type would be right for you.
Heating essential oils is probably as old as human civilization itself. Recently however, using candles has become a new and popular method for heating essential oils which are released directly into the air in a large room or area. Our sense of smell is highly stimulated by these terpenes, and is a major gateway for cannabinoid receptors as well.
Essential oils and cannabinoids that are found in such aromatherapy candles offer a variety of health benefits depending on one’s needs. For example, frankincense is a wonderful anti-inflammatory and mood booster while cedarwood can help with sleep and anxiety.
On the same note, CBD essential oil has become a very popular oil used in aromatherapy candles. Many of the health benefits we’ve learned about CBD - such as its anti-inflammatory properties, better sleep, and anxiety reduction - can be attained using aromatherapy.
Diffusing CBD Essential Oil
When CBD essential oil is diffused, the endocannabinoid receptors in our olfactory systems become highly stimulated, allowing many of the health benefits of CBD to be ingested. CBD aromatherapy has gained in popularity because it is much less intrusive than smoking or vaporizing it. Additionally, CBD essential oil can be combined with other essential oils that provide other benefits.
Benefits of CBD Aromatherapy
As the popularity for CBD aromatherapy has grown over the past year, certain benefits have been identified. Let’s take a look at three of the major benefits associated with CBD and aromatherapy.
First, CBD aromatherapy has been linked to better sleep. Many of the calming effects of CBD have been noted by those who diffuse CBD prior to going to bed. As the CBD is diffused while we’re falling asleep, a synergistic mix of the two resulted in claims of much deeper and restful sleep by those who tried this each evening.
Second, CBD aromatherapy has been shown to improve mental clarity and focus through relaxing both the body and mind. Many have claimed that diffusion during hours that we’re focused, such as on work, art, or a hobby, increases our relaxation and concentration at the same time. Oil diffusion may help induce what’s known as flow states that help us work in a relaxed yet focused environment.
Third, CBD essential oils can be added to baths in the form of scented bath bombs, saunas, or other types of therapy that can increase one’s relaxation and restfulness.
The great thing about CBD essential oils is that they can be mixed and matched with other essential oils to create wonderfully relaxing aromas, induce deeper sleep, and a whole host of other synergistic benefits.
CBD Aromatherapy vs. CBD Vape Cartridges
Keep in mind, the very oils and methods of diffusion are quite different between vaporizing or smoking it with a pen. Typically, CBD essential oils include many more terpenes than regular vape oil cartridges, making it highly concentrated and able to be diffused throughout a wide room or area. You’ll want to ensure that you’re buying the correct oil for the job.
You’ll also want to ensure that you look for high quality essential oils from trusted vendors who ensure that the essential oil is consistently 0.3% or less CBD. Ensure that the essential oils are made from 100% natural ingredients and are tested often in a lab for the highest quality of production.
