What are essential oils?

Essential oils are liquid extracts of various potentially beneficial plants. Manufacturing processes can extract the useful compounds from these plants.Essential oils often have a much stronger smell than the plants they come from and contain higher levels of active ingredients. This has to do with the amount of plant matter required to make essential oil.

Most popular aromatherapy oils:

According to the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, the most popular essential oils are: Rosemerry, Bergamot, Tea Tree, Citronella, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Sandalwood, Chamomile, Jasmine, ginger, Lemon

benefits of essential oils:

• Immune System Boost
• Anti-Inflammatory
• Properties
• Improving Sleep Quality
• Skin and Hair Health
• Natural Pain Relief
• Digestive Health
• Boosting Energy Levels
• Safety Precautions

How to use essential oils:

There are several ways to enjoy essential oils:

• Add a few drops to a spray bottle filled with water and spritz on your pillow and sheets
• Apply a few drops to a cotton ball, then put the cotton ball in your car’s air vents
• Put a few drops in your bath tub
• Rub oil on your pulse points
• Take a quick whiff from the bottle whenever needed
• Use an oil diffuser or vaporizer
• Wear jewelry specifically designed to diffuse essential oils

1. Rosemary Essential Oil

This light citrus essential oil has a range of benefits for skin, body and general well being. It balances oily, acne-prone skin, minimizes the look of scars and marks on the skin and tones the skin by making evening the production of melanin. Not only does it do wonders for skin, it is also a wonderful relaxant that soothes nerves to help cure ailments associated with stress such as sleeplessness and depression. Its antimicrobial properties prevent the growth of germs that cause body odor. The refreshing and citrusy smell of Rosemary oil is used as a natural deodorant and air freshener.

2. Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Labangerry pure eucalyptus Essential oil is cold pressed from trees grown on the verdant slopes of the Nilgiri Hills in Southern India. Its woody and sweet aroma is believed to build immunity and relieve muscle tension. It may be used for aromatherapy, blended with a carrier oil to make relaxing massage oil or used as bath oil. Do not apply directly on skin, as it is a pure essential oil, and make cause an allergic reaction.A cold pressed essential oil from Eucalyptus trees grown in the verdant Nilgiri Hills of Southern India, this is an excellent skin and hair treatment when blended with carrier oils. As an antiseptic, it helps in balancing oily skin while relieving acne, burns, abrasions and insect bites. It’s clarifying action cools and soothes itchy and flakey scalp . Also possesses potent aromatherapy benefits. An efficient decongestant, inhaling Eucalyptus vapors clears nasal passages and eases breathing especially for conditions like asthma. Its anti-inflammatory properties strenghten immunity, correct muscular aches and rejuvenate the body. The woody and sweet fragrance dispels sadness, revives the mind and promotes a sense of positivity.

3. Tea Tree Essential Oil

A pure Tea Tree Essential Oil that is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of Tea Tree that is well know for its beauty applications and also adds to general well being. One its most common uses today is to effectively and quickly spot treat acne, blemishes and pimples without any over-drying, redness and tightness. As an anti-inflammatory agent, it relieves a variety of skin irritations including eczema and psoriasis. Also very beneficial for the health of hair and scalp with its ability to soothe dry flaking, remove dandruff and can even be used for the treatment of lice. When diffused, it strengthens the vital energy within the body, energises the heart and mind and uplifts the spirit.

4. Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot Essential Oil has a range of benefits for skin, body and general well being. It balances oily, acne-prone skin, minimizes the look of scars and marks on the skin and tones the skin by making evening the production of melanin. Not only does it do wonders for skin, it is also a wonderful relaxant that soothes nerves to help cure ailments associated with stress such as sleeplessness and depression. Its antimicrobial properties prevent the growth of germs that cause body odor. The refreshing and citrusy smell of bergamot oil is used as a natural deodorant and air freshener.

5 . Citronella Essential Oil

This light citrus essential oil has many benefits for skin, body, and general well-being. It balances oily, acne-prone skin, minimizes the look of scars and marks on the skin, and tones the skin by making evening the production of melanin. Not only does it do wonders for the skin, but it is also a wonderful relaxant that soothes nerves to help cure stress-related ailments such as sleeplessness and depression. Its antimicrobial properties prevent the growth of germs that cause body odor. Citronella oil’s refreshing and citrusy smell is used as a natural deodorant and air freshener.  

FAQS:

1. What is the most common use of essential oils?

They are used in perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, air fresheners and other products, for flavoring food and drink, and for adding scents to incense and household cleaning products. Essential oils are often used for aromatherapy, a form of alternative medicine in which healing effects are ascribed to aromatic compounds.

2. Can essential oils be used on skin?

Yes, using essential oil for skin can be a bit tricky. While some oils serve up some fantastic benefits, some can spark serious skin reactions. But if you drizzle in these tips along with your essential oils, you’ll be good to go. Always dilute it with carrier oils like Argan, Jojoba or Coconut oil.

3. Can I put essential oils in my hair?

Essential oils can be extremely helpful in hair care as they influence the sebaceous glands and can normalise their functions. The oils penetrate deeply into the hair shaft and follicle and help to produce healthy, shiny hair and encourage new hair growth. They can be used to: Strengthen hair.

4. Can I put essential oil on my lips?

yes! Essential oils for lip balm are great for your lips. As long as you get a high quality, pure essential oil, it will contain dynamic components that work with your body’s chemistry to heal chapped lips. Not to mention you also get the additional benefits of whichever essential oils you select.

5. How do I start oiling my hair?