Wednesday, September 1, 2010

The Benefits Of Using A 100% Pure Essential Oil

By Peter Lopipero

Essential oils are usually steam distilled from the flowers, roots, bark, or leaves of a plant. Essential oil is usually clear does not feel viscous to the touch, even though it is an oil. For many centuries, people have claimed to enjoy the health benefits of essential oils.

With pure essential oils, a little goes a long way because of their high level of concentration. This ensures they are easier on the pocketbook than lotions and creams that contain fillers. They are also not fragrances or perfumes and, therefore, contain no artificial elements as are found in many other beauty products.

There are a lot of great cosmetics on the market for a variety of purposes, including lotions, perfumes, astringents, antiseptics, and hair care products. Though these products smell nice, they do not provide the same experience as aromatherapy with essential oils. Inhalation of eucalyptus oil clears the lungs and sinuses. Basil helps headaches. Rosemary in the hair will keep it soft and silky as well as providing a pleasant fragrance that will enhance the mood. Some oils, like neroli, can be applied directly to the skin or even eaten! Pure neroli oil can be enjoyed as aromatherapy by dripping gently on to vanilla ice cream and eating. Be sure to use a pure neroli oil and not one with a mixed carrier oil.

In aromatherapy, the oils are nebulized by heat or steam and the mist enters the lungs and sinuses. Some gets absorbed into the blood, but most treats the mucous membranes of the lungs, throat, and sinuses, sometimes to good effect. The astringent, antiseptic, and cleansing properties of eucalyptus are proven and it has been formulated into products accepted by the medical establishment starting with Listerine, which was the first hospital antiseptic. Other oils supposedly have psychologically beneficial properties, but these have

Essential oils mixed with carrier oils are often used in massage. Some oils fight inflammation, others reduce pain, and many of them kill germs and fungus. Application of oils that kill germs and fungus and ease pain and inflammation are naturally very good for athletes. Some of the oils are said to help regenerate skin cells, however this is purely anecdotal and has not been clinically investigated by the FDA.

Some essential oils can be eaten. Most, however, are only meant to be used externally. Be sure to understand the different uses and safety issues of the oils you are using. Make very sure before you eat any herbal product that you know what you are eating and the implications. When in doubt consult your physician.

Most aromatherapy oils today are for lifting peoples spirits or exert a calming effect. For example, peppermint and neroli are natural sedatives providing a calming effect. Marjoram and clove are activating and stimulating. For real exhileration try some nutmeg or clary sage.

Women who want to be beautiful and care about their health owe it to themselves to find out what essential oils can do for them. From essential oils that treat puffy eyes, to essential oils like neroli, which can make women irresistable to men, there is a vast array of choices. Videos are a great way to learn about different benefits of different oils as well as how they are safely used.

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