Are They Really Essentials?
By: NIZZURA AZEEZ

 

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Essential oils are frequently associated with aromatherapy massages which became popular around 2000. But what is an essential oil? Are they really essential?

The essential oils are highly concentrated substance extracted from various aromatic plants and trees. These aromatic plants and oils have been used for thousands of years dating back to ancient civilisations that use the oils to heal, soothe, enhance, and excite the body, mind and spirit.

Suitable essential oils can have powerful results both on the body and the spirit. On the other hand, fragrance oils, perfumes and other artificially made substitutes for essential oils do not have the same ability and thus cannot produce the same results. These essential oils can also be found as the ingredients in many beauty and skincare products.

Essential oils are also beneficial to our health. In case of a virus attack on our body, it will first attack the lymph nodes. The essential oils have powerful antibacterial and antiviral qualities, and can help to repair and protect the lymph nodes, unlike pharmaceutical drugs which only work when there is pain. Moreover, essential oils do not leave behind toxins.

Some beauty experts even claimed aromatherapy to be a natural botox. It is advisable to apply the blends before you go to bed as it will not only make you feel relaxed and rejuvenated, but it will also make your body and blanket smell good too. If you are a first-timer, make it as your daily routine.

Here are a few essential mixes that you can easily do at home. The essential oils have to be mixed in a dark glass bottle as the oils cannot be exposed to the sun or it will lose their healing properties.

For body toning

30ml of sweet almond essential oil, 30 drops of bergamot essential oil, 30 drops of rosemary essential oil, 30 drops of ylang ylang essential oil, 30 drops of rose geranium essential oil, 30 drops of primrose essential oil, 30 drops of jojoba essential oil, 30 drops of Vitamin E oil

Method

Pour the almond oil in a bottle, then mix together all the oils and shake well. Apply on your whole body. Let the blend absorb into your skin and penetrate into your body.

For cellulite treatment

30ml of sweet almond essential oil, 30 drops of rosemary essential oil, 30 drops of primrose essential oil, 30 drops of black pepper essential oil, 30 drops of juniper berry essential oil, 30 drops of fennel essential oil, 30 drops of Vitamin E oil

Method

Pour the almond oil in a bottle, then mix together all the oils and shake well. Apply on your whole body. Let the blend absorb into your skin and penetrate into your body.

For stimulation

30ml of sweet almond essential oil, 30 drops of black pepper essential oil, 30 drops of ylang ylang essential oil, 30 drops of grapefruit essential oil

Method

Pour the almond oil in a bottle, then mix together all the oils and shake well. Apply on your whole body. Let the blend absorb into your skin and penetrate into your body.

For breastfeeding mothers

30ml of sweet almond essential oil, 30 drops of fennel essential oil

Method

Pour the almond oil in a bottle, then add fennel oil and shake well. Rub th blend on the breasts. It helps in stimulating the production of milk especially for those who are lack of breast milk.

For hair stimulation

1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 200ml of mineral water or spring water, 15 drops of rosemary essential oil, 15 drops of juniper essential oil

Method

Since water and oil cannot mix, you have to dilute the rosemary and juniper essential oils with the apple cider vinegar. Once they are properly diluted, add mineral water or spring water. Leave them overnight prior to applying onto your hair. You can also use this as your daily hair toner. It will helps to prevent hair fall and accelerate hair growth.

So what are you waiting for? It's about time for you to start pampering yourself. Try it today and you will be transformed into the new healthier and refresher you!

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