This is an Introduction to Aromatherapy  

This  section will bring you tips and advice on the use of Aromatherapy and is brought to you by Shirley O'cconer   

What is it?

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils, extracted from the flowers, fruits, leaves, stems and roots of flowers, shrubs and trees. The therapeutic use of aromatic oils dates back to ancient times and was particularly popular in ancient Egypt and the Far East.

The oils are usually obtained by steam distillation. Other techniques include expression (squeezing the oil from peel), maceration (immersing the plant in hot oil to release the essence) and enfleurage (pressing flowers between oiled glass plates).

Beautiful African Woman – Beauty Tips for African Caribbean Women

Hair

No article covering African American beauty tips can be complete without mentioning the care and treatment of hair.  Hair, the crowning glory, is an important part of any personal beauty routine and should not be overlooked.

Eyes

Use concealers to hide dark circles under your eyes. For best results use a concealer that is the same shade or lighter than your foundation. Home remedies for dealing with tired eyes include using cool tea bags, cucumbers and ice packs.

There are two main ways to apply eye shadow, namely rounded and winged. Winged shading tends to work better on younger women; rounded is good for older women as it does not accentuate sags and wrinkles. To determine where to begin the arch of your eyebrow, use a pencil to measure from your pupil to the lower tip of your eyebrow.