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Aromatherapy Oil - Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

The eucalyptus tree is native to Australia and is cultivated in many parts of the world due to its many healing qualities. The oil that is manufactured from its branches and leaves is extensively used in making medicines, creams, and lotions.

Also known as the fever tree, the eucalyptus plant is rich in oil. The leaves, bark, and stems give out a pleasing aroma because of the oil. This oil is extracted through the steam distillation process.

Benefits of Eucalyptus Oil

For years, the aborigines have used eucalyptus oil as a remedy for fevers and skin ailments. Today, this oil has found its use in the treatment of the common cough, cold, and some of the more serious respiratory problems. It is an excellent decongestant and also has germicidal properties.

Eucalyptol, the active ingredient of this oil, is a strong disinfectant. The use of this oil can help reduce blood sugar levels. It is a great analgesic in fevers and also helps reduce throat irritation and the buildup of phlegm. This oil is also extensively used to massage the joints in order to relieve joint and muscle aches. It has a heating effect and soothes the nerve ends to relieve any stress on the nerves. The aroma is such that it helps to combat exhaustion and uplifts the mood.

Eucalyptus oil is often added to various massage oils to make them more stimulating and relaxing. The application of massage oil mixed with eucalyptus oil can help to stimulate the mind and body. The application of this oil on the pulse points provides a mentally soothing effect. Eucalyptus oil is also used in commercially available ointments used to relieve muscle, joint pains, and inflammation.

Since the oil is also an excellent germicide, it can be used to disinfect wounds and ulcers. Eucalyptus oil is also used to treat insect bites and stings. When dressing a wound, a few drops of eucalyptus oil can be added to the dressing so that infection does not develop.

A chest compress made of a mix of eucalyptus and massage oils is useful to loosen up chest congestion. It helps to clear out accumulated phlegm and improve the functioning of the lungs.  A few drops of eucalyptus oil when used in a diffuser can help to kill off airborne bacteria that may be present in the room.

To lower your fever, use a calf wrap made of eucalyptus oil and lukewarm water. When your feet are already a little warm, this calf wrap, wrapped on both the calves can help bring your temperature down and give immediate

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Aromatherapy Oil - Neroli Essential Oil

Friday, July 24th, 2009

Produced through steam distillation from the blossoms of the bitter orange tree, Neroli essential oil is quite precious and rarely found. The bitter orange tree is one that does not grow a lot and that makes the oil extracted from it very expensive and difficult to obtain.

Since this oil is not solvent extracted as most commercially traded oils are, a single quart of neroli oil is made from about a ton of the bitter orange blossoms. The cost involved in getting this oil is therefore very high.

Neroli oil is used in creating exotic fragrances because of its wonderful aroma. It was introduced first in Italy and was used by perfumers to create perfumes for the nobility. The oil itself is named so after Princess Anna Maria de La Tremoille of Nerola. It was she who first discovered the fragrance and introduced it in Italy.

Health Benefits of Neroli Essential Oil

  • Neroli is used as an essential oil for its sedative properties. It is also used as a tonic for the nervous system. Neroli essential oil is popular for its use in the treatment of emotional imbalances and neural disorders that stem from emotional disturbances. The oil is also used to treat heart conditions like elevated palpitations.
  • Due to its sedative effects, neroli essential oil is recommended for those who have sleep disorders. Somnabulism and insomnia can both be treated with this essential oil. Since it is also a neural tonic, it can also be used to remedy anxiety and nervousness.
  • The best part of the oil is that it is so potent, simply inhaling its vapor can help alleviate symptoms of neural disorders. If it’s the calming effects of this essential oil that you require, simply rub a few drops on the abdominal area, around the navel.
  • In many ancient cultures, the bitter orange blossoms have been used to treat reproductive complications. Neroli Essential Oil has these properties too. It acts as a tonic to keep the reproductive system of women healthy.
  • If you suffer from menstrual cramps, the essential oil can be diluted with the oil of apricot kernel and applied on the abdomen or alternatively, it can be added to a bath too.
  • Neroli oil also has anti spasmodic and germicidal qualities because of which it makes an excellent remedy for most intestinal disorders. A bath with the oil can heal intestinal problems and also at the same time help in skin regeneration, giving you the appearance of glowing skin. People with mature and sensitive skin have found Neroli oil to be an excellent remedy for reducing fine lines and remedying skin blemishes.

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Aromatherapy Oil - Cedarwood Oil Uses

Friday, July 17th, 2009

Cedarwood oil is a kind of essential oil that has a tremendous soothing effect on your body and mind. Cedar wood essential oil is extracted from Atleas cedar wood, scientifically called Cedrus atlantica.

Cedarwood essential oil is instrumental in calming and de-stressing. Some of the benefits of cedarwood essential oil are as follows:

  • Cedarwood oil is anti spasmodic in action. Cedar oil is instrumental in curing all kinds of spasms including those in the muscles, intestines, respiratory tract and heart.
  • Cedarwood oil has antiseptic properties. It protects the wounds from tetanus germs and becoming septic and as such, cedar wood oil is a vital ingredient of herbal antiseptic ointments.
  • Cedarwood oil stimulates your metabolism and tones the various physiological systems of the body. As such, cedarwood oil may be consumed as a revitalizing tonic.
  • Cedarwood oil has anti inflammatory properties. It is used to cure Seborrhoea, a disease which is caused by the malfunctioning of the sebaceous glands, thereby leading to an infection of the epidermal cells.
  • Cedarwood oil is also a powerful astringent that closes your skin pores, thereby protecting your skin against dust and germs.
  • Cedarwood oil is also instrumental in curing toothaches. It protects the tooth from loosening by strengthening the grip of the gums on the teeth.
  • Cedarwood oil is a diuretic. It causes frequent urination, thereby leading to excretion of excessive fats, water, and toxins from the body. As such, cedar wood oil is instrumental in curing ailments like hypertension, obesity, arthritis, urinary tract infections, gout, and rheumatism.
  • Cedarwood oil is a potent emenagogue which helps in reducing the symptoms associated with menstruation and also regularizes the menstruation cycle.
  • Cedarwood oil is best known for its sedative property. It is a potent tranquilizing and calming effects on the body and mind. It cures the inflammatory ailments and relieves stress and tension and thereby provides a soothing effect to your body.
  • Cedarwood oil may also be used as an insect and mosquito repellant.
  • Cedarwood oil may also be used to cure bronchitis, dandruff, and acne.
  • Cedarwood oil has anti fungal properties and as such, it may be employed to cure fungal infections.
  • Cedarwood oil is also an expectorant and may be used to treat cough, cold, and congestion.
  • Cedarwood oil may also be used to cure diarrhea.

These are some of the uses of cedar wood essential oil. You must be cautious to not use cedar wood oil in high concentrations and you may use rose or lavender oils as blending oils for cedar w

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Aromatherapy Oil - Evening Primrose Essential Oil

Friday, July 17th, 2009

Primrose essential oil is extracted from the flowers of the evening primrose plant, scientifically called Primula vulgaris. It is an herbaceous perennial plant which is native to Europe and Africa.

Also called evening primrose oil, primrose essential oil consists of omega 6 essential fatty acid named gamma linolenic acid to the extent of 9% and linoleic acid to the extent of 72%. Gamma linolenic is an active ingredient and as such, is anti inflammatory in action and has immunity boosting properties.

The major health benefits of primrose essential oil are as follows:

1. Primrose essential oil is an important source of essential fatty acid which plays a vital role in boosting the overall state of health of the body. The major functions of the essential fatty acids or EFAs are:

  • EFAs provide you with energy required to perform various body activities and carry out the various physiological processes.
  • EFAs regulate your body temperature and thereby protect you from strokes and chills.
  • EFAs also serve to insulate your nerves, thereby protecting your nervous system from any damage.
  • EFAs functions as a cushion for the body and protect you against injuries and shocks.

2. The linoleic acid content of the primrose essential oil is instrumental in the synthesis of prostaglandins which serve a variety of functions in the body like lowering of blood pressure, regulating the nervous system, and also stimulating the immune system.

3. Primrose essential oil is a potent antioxidant that negates the effect of free radicals on the body. These free radicals which are formed as a result of various chemical reactions in the body, may initiate chain reactions leading to serious ailments like leukemia.

4. Primrose essential oil also assists in relieving the pain associated with diseases like arthritis.

5. Primrose essential oil is instrumental in controlling the complications associated with diabetes and also liver and kidney damage due to the excessive intake of alcohol.

6. Primrose essential oil may be employed to cure multiple sclerosis and also to repair skin, hair, and nail damages.

7. Primrose essential oil is also useful to treat the symptoms of pre menstrual syndrome (PMS). The essential oil may also be used to cure mastalgia or painful breast, a major symptom of PMS.

8. Primrose essential oil is very effective in curing skin ailments like eczema, acne, and rosacea. This essential oil forms an important ingredient of some of the skin creams and lip balms.

Primrose essential oil has a lot of medical properties and may be used widely for common affl

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