Essential oils have recently been widely used both in medicine and in cosmetology. Many people successfully use them at home. In order for them to bring the greatest benefit, you need to know what and what essential oils are used for.
Instructions
Step 1
Essential oils are widely used for bathing. The therapeutic effect of this procedure is toning and pain relief. In this case, aromatic substances quickly penetrate inside and are able to affect the organs and systems of the whole organism. Aromatic baths can be used both for complex treatment and for prophylactic purposes. Take a bath at least 3 hours after eating. The advantage of this treatment is that it can be done at home at a time that is right for you. The first session should not be more than 10 minutes, the duration of the next one should be 20 minutes.
Step 2
Skilled therapists make extensive use of oils in aromatherapy massage. Thanks to the use of essential oils in the massage, its effectiveness is increased. Thanks to the action of the therapist's hands and oils, muscles are relaxed, blood and lymph vessels are stimulated. Usually a few drops are enough for one session. The choice of a particular oil will depend on the effect you want. For example, a warming massage uses rosemary oil, and a sports massage uses mint, ginger, lemongrass and cinnamon.
Step 3
Nowadays, the high efficiency of essential oils during inhalation has been proven. Hot or steam inhalations are recommended for laryngitis, acute tonsillitis, bronchitis and tracheitis. In such diseases, such a procedure with aromatic oils helps to reduce the dryness of the mucous membrane and restore the normal state of the respiratory tract. At the time of its holding, be sure to close your eyes. Add no more than two drops of any essential oil to boiling water.
Step 4
You can use essential oils on tanning to achieve a beautiful, even skin tone. Bergamot, mandarin, sesame, or avocado oil will prove to be very beneficial. With these oils, you can achieve a beautiful complexion with direct exposure to the sun. However, some oils have phototoxic properties: they increase the effect of ultraviolet radiation on the skin and, as a result, after their application, burns may form on the body. Orange, lemon, rosemary and lime oils will negatively affect your body while tanning.
Step 5
Essential oils are indispensable for hair care. They contribute to their growth and strengthening. And for those who are satisfied with their hair, they help to maintain its shine, beauty and silkiness. The best way to strengthen your hair is to use petgrain oil. To combat dry scalp, it is recommended to use mandarin, lavender and sandalwood oils.
