Essential oils are aromatic substances extracted from plants , present in aromatic plants and are contained in different parts: in the bark, in the flowers, in the leaves, in the peel of the fruits.
Since ancient times , men have had a special relationship with aromatic plants, being in fact used to prepare remedies and perfumes . Oggiogiorno is scientifically proven that essential oils can contribute positively to the maintenance of our physical , emotional and spiritual well-being.
But how do they act?
Essential oils influence the energies of the Chakras in different ways: by calming , strengthening or balancing their activity. Essential oils can also be diffused into the environment through a diffuser or poured onto a handkerchief ( 2-3 pure drops ) to smell: this mode is particularly useful for promoting meditation .
Sweet orange: Citrus sinensis
Sweet Orange essential oil, also called " smile oil ", has a sweet and uplifting scent.
Property
- antidepressant
- sedative
- antiseptic
- anti-inflammatory
- antibacterial
- stimulates the heart and circulation
Useful in case of depression and anxiety , insomnia , digestive disorders , circulatory weakness , obesity and constipation . The aroma of orange relaxes and restores calm by warming the mind and heart . Facilitates the opening of conscience , love and happiness , giving comfort and inner peace .
To reduce anxiety , you can pour 5 drops of sweet orange and 5 drops of lavender in half a liter of water, then inhale.
For acneic, oily or combination skin, the oil can be used for the production of a face scrub : combine two teaspoons of baking soda with 2 drops of Sweet Orange , then proceed with exfoliation .
How to use it?
- inhalations: 3-7 drops
- baths: 15-30 drops
- massage: 7-8 drops in 20 ml of carrier oil
- essence diffuser: 10-20 drops
- compresses: 2-3 drops
Cinnamon: cinnamomum zeylanicum
Cinnamon essential oil has a warm, spicy, dry and sweet scent. An aphrodisiac tonic and is useful in the treatment of gastric pain, colitis and flatulence.
Property:
- antiseptic
- antibacterial
- antispasmotic
- aphrodisiac
- astrigent
- digestive
- parasiticide
It stimulates creativity by strengthening the nerves and heart and stimulating circulation. It purifies the energies and facilitates openness to communication.
Also useful for wasp stings : in 50 ml of cold water put 4 drops of cinnamon essential oil, dip a cotton ball and apply on the sting.
How to use it?
- Essence diffuser: 10 drops
- massage: 6-8 drops of 20 ml of almond oil
- Bath: 4-10 drops in the water
- Shower: 3-4 drops
- Inhalations: 5-8 drops
- Wraps: 2-3 drops
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