Essential Oils

Already in the 4th millennium BC, aromatic oils were used for medical and cosmetic purposes.

The term "aromatherapy" meaning "treatment with aromas", improving mental and physical health using natural essential oils derived from aromatic plants. Pleasure is therapy in itself, but aromatherapy goes further, turning therapy into pleasure.

Essential oils contain vitamins, hormones, antibiotics, pheromones, as well as substances that regenerate cells. These substances provide plants with nutrition, give vital energy. Thanks to them, the immunity of plants to various diseases increases, pathogenic bacteria are destroyed and viruses are neutralized. Getting valuable aromatic oils from plants, we can use these same healing properties in order to restore the natural biological processes of our body and improve its condition.

Essential oils “work”:

1. at the physical level - penetrating through the skin into the capillary circulatory system;
2. at the psychological level - acting through the sense of smell on the nervous system.

Natural Essential Oils Only

Natural essential oils obtained from plants contain from 100 to 3000 components in perfect proportions created by nature. It is not yet possible to accurately reproduce their composition in laboratory conditions.

However, many manufacturers reproduce the molecular formula responsible for the smell of oil. The result is a liquid that is only reminiscent of smell, but has nothing to do with real essential oil. And even more so, such a liquid does not have medicinal properties. This liquid is an aromatic fragrance, the same as those used in dishwashing detergents and other household chemicals. In aromatherapy, the use of only natural essential oils is permissible.

The quality of natural oil depends on many factors - the place and conditions of plant growth, the time of collection of the raw materials from which it is obtained, the production method, storage method. It is the quality of the essential oils that determines their effectiveness, harmlessness and, accordingly, the breadth of application.

Properties of essential oils

Absolutely all essential oils have a bactericidal, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect, positively affect the nervous system, emotions and mental health, have pronounced cosmetic and dermatological advantages, renew the mechanism of self-regulation in the body; Many of the essential oils contain hormones that prevent the body from aging.

Each oil has a unique bouquet and properties. The use of correctly selected oils or their compositions can provide an amazing effect.

Essential oils are used:

• to relieve stress and fatigue;
• to improve the condition of the skin, to combat stretch marks, cellulite and other cosmetic problems. In addition, certain essential oils quickly eliminate skin defects after burns and injuries;
• as erotic stimulants;
• to cleanse the body of toxins;
• to restore and increase the activity of the body's immune defense, etc.

The use of essential oils:

Essential oils are used for aromatization of premises, food products, drinks, household chemical goods, in the pharmaceutical industry, in medicine.

Aromatherapy is an integral part of many cosmetic procedures:

• Aromavanna
• Bathhouse
• Enrichment of creams, lotions, shampoos, etc.
• Massage
• Compresses
• Rubbing

In addition, the indispensable attributes of aromatherapy is the use of aroma lamps, aroma medallions, aroma chambers, etc.

Safety measures for the use of essential oils

First of all, to ensure a favorable psychological effect, you should like the smell of oil.

Essential oil for skin application and home cooking must be of very high quality and be 100% natural!

We must not forget that essential oils have a very powerful effect. Never apply the essential oil to the skin in its pure form - only by diluting it with base oil. Cosmetic use undiluted can cause burns. After contact with oil, immediately cleanse the skin.

Some citrus oils cannot be used before and during sunbathing, as they increase the sensitivity of the skin to the sun.

Follow the instructions on the package. Strictly observe the dosage. Never mix more than seven types of oils in one go.

Do not take the essential oil inside (without the appropriate prescription of a doctor or experienced aromatherapist). It can cause severe poisoning.

It is very important to remember that it is necessary to use essential oils during pregnancy very carefully, as some of them have an abortive effect. Before use, be sure to consult a specialist!