Thursday, June 12, 2008

Essential oils

Play around with these oils and you'll see the ones that are best for you.
These oils are the best to start with.
I have tried all of them and they are all great and they smell good!!! I've been using these oils for about 12 years now. You'll notice a difference once you use them.

Chamomile oil
This oil is great for headaches, just by rubbing 1 drop of chamomile oil on my temples my headaches is gone in less then 10 minutes.
There are several types of chamomile essential oil. Chamomile German is an excellent variety and its beautiful deep dark blue color, due to its high azulene content. Another variety, Chamomile Roman, is particularly good for the treatment of nervous conditions and insomnia. Beware though of chamomile Maroc (Ormenis multicaulis) which is not a true chamomile and cannot be used the same. Although chamomile is antibacterial, antiseptic, and disinfectant, it is most valued for its anti-inflammatory properties. These apply to internal conditions like rheumatism, as well as to external inflammations.
Chamomile is great if you have children because it can be used for teething troubles and in the bath to ease nerves and tetchiness. Chamomile is used in the treatment of burns, including sunburn, psoriasis, eczema, asthma, hay fever, diarrhea, sprains and strains, nausea, fever, and all nervous and depressive states. Chamomile is also used in rejuvenation treatments.

Clove oil
Clove oil is antibacterial, antiseptic, and analgesic and is a good oil for the prevention of disease and infection. Being a spice it can be used in cooking. It is best known as a quick cure for toothache although it is equally useful in digestive problems and muscular disorders. It can be used in the treatment of asthma, nausea, and sinusitis, and as a sedative. Clove is a powerful oil that has been used for sterilization. It should not be used undiluted on the skin.

Eucalyptus
This oil is great for those of you who suffer from long periods. By rubbing eucalyptus on my belly my periods are shorten to 3 days. And what this oil does for sore throats is great, when you feel a cold or sore throat coming on rub eucalyptus oil on your throat and chest, it'll be gone in a few days or less.
Eucalyptus is a versatile and useful oil. It cools the body in summer and protects it in winter. It is anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic, diuretic, analgesic, and deodorizing. It is best known for its effectiveness against coughs and colds but is equally effective in the treatment of cystitis, candida, diabetes, and sunburn, while also being useful in veterinary care and as an insect repellent. There is a wide range of eucalyptus varieties, any one would be useful.

Lavender oil
Lavender oil is great to have in the kitchen, since it works great on burns quick and better then aloe vera. Using lavender oil on burns, your burn won't even blister and the pain is gone in less then 10 minutes. Every home should have a bottle of lavender, because it is do very effective in the treatment burns and scalds. Lavender oil is a natural antibiotic, antiseptic, antidepressant, sedative, and detoxifier which promotes healing and prevents scarring, and also stimulates the immune system and contributes to the healing process by stimulating the cells of a wound to regenerate more quickly.

Lemon oil
Lemon essential oil is just as useful as a water purifier. This antiseptic and antibacterial oil will perform many tasks when used in blends, including treating verrucas, insect bites, and tension headaches. It has a tonic action on the lymphatic system and a stimulating action on the digestive system. It will assist you to slim, help disperse cellulite, and keep wrinkles at bay. Its contribution to synergy makes it particularly useful in blends, it is a great fragrancing and flavoring agent.

Geranium
Geranium will make chilblains disappear overnight and brings a glow when used in skin care. More importantly, it is a vital component in the treatment of endometriosis, is very effective for menopausal problems, diabetes, blood disorders, throat infections, and as a nerve tonic, and works well as a sedative. It is reputed to help in cases of uterine and breast cancer and if nothing else, would certainly help the patient to relax and cope with the pain.
Geranium has many applications, from frostbite to infertility, and its antiseptic and astringent properties contribute to its general usefulness.

Peppermint oil
It is an excellent digestive, it helps the respiratory system and circulation, it is an anti-inflammatory, and an antiseptic. These qualities make it a good oil in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence, bad breath, flue, catarrh, varicose veins, headaches and migraines, skin irritations, rheumatism, toothache, and fatigue. It even keeps mice, fleas, and ants away.

Rosemary
Rosemary is both a physical and mental stimulant. muscular conditions, Rosemary, this antiseptic oil; is used in the treatment of muscular sprains, arthritis, rheumatism, depression, fatigue, memory loss, migraine, headaches, coughs, flu, and diabetes, and other conditions. It is also very useful in beauty treatments, being used in hair care, acne and cellulite remedies.

Tea Tree oil
The antiseptic action of tea tree is thought to be one hundred times more powerful than carbolic acid_and yet it is nonpoisonous to humans! Its impressive antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties make it useful in a wide range of conditions. It is used in the treatment of candida and all sorts of infections, for ringworm, sunburn, acne, athlete's foot, toothache, and pyorrhea, among other things.

Thyme
There are many types of thyme, some of which can be used safely in all situations and some, not so much. Thyme has notable antiviral, antibiotic, antiseptic , and diuretic properties and should be used with care. Overuse of it can stimulate the thyroid gland and lymphatic system. Thyme must be used in moderation. It should never be applied to the skin undiluted and should not be used on children (unless it is within the chemotype. Thyme linalol). Thyme has powerful antiviral properties. For the flu add thyme to the room diffuser. It assists in the elimination of toxic wastes from the body. It is used in the treatment of a wide range of conditions including whooping cough, warts, rheumatism, neuralgia, fatigue, and acne. It is also extremely useful in antiseptic powders, hair and skin care, and cooking. Thyme will also keep away parasites and insects from your home.

1 comments:

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nice post,, and i support you.. coz i been trying that one too..