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In this article we will study the most interesting, mysterious and even magical properties of essential oils, their areas of application, and for ease of perception we will summarize some of the information in tables.

Types of essential oils

For thousands of years, mankind has known the antimicrobial and antibacterial capabilities of essential oils. Even in the Bible there are references to essential oils such as laurel, myrtle, frankincense, and sandalwood. They are also mentioned in the works of the great healers of the past, Hippocrates and Avicenna.

Over the last decade alone, more than 500 studies have been conducted to study the properties and areas of application of essential oils and aromatherapy; their results have been published, systematized in tables and available for study by everyone.

So what are the different types of oils?

By extraction method

Without identifying the main varieties and subspecies, it makes no sense to study such a broad issue as essential oils: properties and applications. The table below shows their varieties by extraction method.

Source of production	Type of oil
Berry	Cloves, allspice, juniper.
Wood	Camphor, sandalwood, rosewood.
Seeds	Nutmeg, sandalwood, anise, celery, cumin.
Bark	Cinnamon, cassia (Chinese cinnamon), a relative of laurel sassafras.
Rhizomes	Ginger, Potentilla erecta (galangal).
Resin	Myrrh, frankincense, styrax wood, benzoin.
Root	Valerian.
Leaves	Bay, basil, sage, eucalyptus, patchouli, pine, mint, thyme, rosemary, lemongrass, cinnamon, tea tree, oregano, buchu.
Peel	Orange, tangerine, lemon, grapefruit, lime, bergamot.
Inflorescences	Orange, clary sage, chamomile, hemp, jasmine, hops, lavender, ylang-ylang, marjoram, damask rose.

Advice! Note that different types of oils can be extracted from the same plant, such as sandalwood. Add just a few drops of it to a tablespoon of olive oil and massage into the skin. This mixture has wonderful anti-aging properties.

distillation (from leaves and bark) - separation into fractions and evaporation of the liquid component;
extraction (from inflorescences, petals and roots). In special extractor devices, the raw materials are combined with a special extractant substance, which is then removed, leaving pure, high-quality essential oil;
pressing (from peels and fruits) - mechanical pressing.

By the nature of the impact on humans

Through observation, people have determined the ability of these volatile compounds to affect our body in different ways. This explains the diverse, sometimes downright magical properties of essential oils and their scope of application. The table below shows the most interesting of them.

It has been noted that the smells of certain herbs, flowers and seeds relieve fatigue, the consequences of stressful situations and neuroses. There are fragrances to awaken passion, lift your spirits, and combat feelings of fear. And there are essential oils that have their own magic (they are also present in our table), their properties and scope of application are more unique, they are used to restore such subtle matter as the aura, in case of damage caused by someone else’s ill will and envy.

Advice! Drop just a couple of drops of chamomile oil on a table lamp, and soon a wonderful, rich aroma will spread throughout the room, giving a feeling of peace, promoting thought and meditation.

Medicinal and cosmetic properties

The spectrum of biological activity of essential oils is very wide. Some of them are excellent antispasmodics, relieve headaches, others are antiseptics, they are recommended for treating wounds and cuts on the skin, there are oils for calming and, conversely, stimulating the nervous system and stimulating mental activity.

Moreover, almost any of them are classified as potent drugs that can provide both help and harm, if the recommendations for use are not strictly followed. Therefore, such a question as essential oils: properties and application requires careful and methodical study. The table below will help make this difficult task easier (positions marked with an “*” should not be used in the sun).

Advice! After cutting yourself, apply diluted lavender oil to the wound. You will be pleasantly surprised by the speed of wound healing.

Features of the use of essential oils

The easiest way to make an essential oil safe for use is to dilute it with water. When carrying out cosmetic and medical procedures, it is most often necessary to mix the oil with a base, which can be milk, honey, wax, cream, lotion, but most often it is another transport oil. They call a number of vegetable oils that have both solid (shea butter) and liquid texture (olive, sea buckthorn, coconut, almond and others). The purpose of the transport oil is to ensure the penetration of the essential oil into the skin to ensure a therapeutic effect.

Advice!To avoid burns, do not use essential oils in pure, undiluted form, especially for children, unless otherwise indicated in the recommendations for use. Pregnant women and people with allergies should also avoid aromatherapy.

Most often, essential oils are used for the following procedures:

baths and saunas;
massages;
inhalation;
compresses;
improvement and enrichment of cosmetic preparations;
aromatherapy using lamps and stones;
aroma pendants.

The properties of essential oils contain special magic, so that their use does not turn out to be harmful, use the dosage table.

Every year, millions of women buy a huge amount of cosmetics, masks, and shampoos. Everyone loves to take care of themselves. Modern cosmetics contain various components and substances. We were interested in one of them, namely essential oil. Many people know this product for its diversity, amazing composition and variety of aromas. And to make it convenient and interesting for you to assimilate the material, a table of essential oils is offered, and their properties will also be described.

Cosmetology

Let's start with the most popular section. It was in cosmetology that we gained a leading position. There are known facts that all these substances help a person overcome the following problems:

relieve fatigue;
relieve stress after a hard day at work;
relax when stress begins to take over your emotions;
raise vitality.

But there are some nuances in their use. First of all, this concerns the fact that essential oil is used in small quantities and added dropwise to the main product. Although vegetable and olive oils can be used as a separate product. Such components are good to use with various cosmetic preparations. In them, essential oils absorb harmful additives and prevent them from penetrating the skin.

Essential oils and their properties

Essential oil	Properties	Application
	Has a calming and relaxing effect.	Can be added to massage oil to make
tea tree	Only this representative has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and therapeutic effects.	Can be added to various gels, masks, lotions and facial washes.
Rosemary	Removes and treats skin inflammation. Tightens pores. Significantly reduces the number of acne and blackheads.	Use together with products for problem skin. Add a couple of drops at a time.
	This is a universal oil. It can be used not only in cosmetology, but also in medicine and cooking. Has a strong healing effect.	Can be added to cosmetics. If desired, take a bath or pour oil into an aroma lamp and heal your entire body.
Orange	The oil nourishes the skin well and moisturizes. Activates cell growth. Increases elasticity and tone. Helps cope with peeling.	Add a few drops to the cream and mask.
	Removes excess pigmentation. Evens out complexion.	Add to anti-freckle products.
	Eliminates oily skin. Normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands. Tightens pores.	Good to use as an inhalation for the skin.
	Ideal for dry skin. Nourishes her. Makes the skin elastic. Suitable for older women.
	Eliminates excess pigmentation. Makes the complexion even. Improves blood circulation.	Should be used for sore skin. Add to creams and facial washes.
Carnation	Comprehensive care for oily skin.	Use with sea buckthorn, grape seed and cumin oils.
Ylang-ylang	This is a powerful aphrodisiac. Preferably used in aromatherapy to liberate and relax the body.	Use in an aroma lamp or add to the bath.
Eucalyptus	Relieves fatigue and nervousness. Will give you energy.	Used in aromatherapy and in conjunction with cosmetics.

We have listed the most common essential oils and their properties. The table in cosmetology is used by specialists to accurately eliminate your problem. As can be seen from the above data, you can use the products yourself at home. The main thing is to follow the dosage.

Tip: remember that all essential oils are considered highly concentrated, so if the dosage is increased, they can cause severe allergic reactions! At the slightest manifestation, consult a doctor immediately.

Now you know all the properties of essential oils in cosmetology. The table should be your guide. And we move on to our next section.

Strength and beauty of hair

Every woman is proud of her curls. The weaker sex is ready to spend a lot of money on the purchase of various expensive shampoos, masks, lotions, and conditioners. But we decided to prove to you that you can restore and cure your favorite curls using ordinary means.

Below is a table of essential oils and their properties for hair, which you must study in detail. It will help you navigate a wide range of products.

Essential oils for hair

Oil name	Properties	Application
Ylang-ylang Rosemary Lavender Geranium	Nourishes dry hair. Helps deal with split ends.
Sage Lemon tea tree	Eliminates shine on oily hair.	Add 5 drops of each type of product presented to burdock oil, wash your hair and apply medicinal masks.
Sandalwood Cinnamon Pine	Helps stop premature hair loss.	Add to masks and give therapeutic massage.
Thyme Rosemary	Accelerates hair growth.	Add a couple of drops to massage masks.
Juniper Cypress	Anti-dandruff	Add to shampoos.
Rosewood Mandarin	Treatment of split ends.	Add 5 drops to the balm and mask.

We have provided a large list for your reference, which describes popular essential oils and their properties. The hair table will help you carry out treatment procedures correctly.

Traditional treatment

Essential oils have recently begun to be used officially in medicine. Until this time, they were found in folk recipes for hair treatment. Let's take a closer look at a few beauty tips:

If you have dark hair and want to achieve thicker hair, then use rosemary oil. Dissolve 5 drops in a glass of water and apply the product to clean, damp hair.
To moisturize your hair, use the following recipe: 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 yolk, 60 grams of olive oil, a drop of fir and rosemary. The course of treatment is 25 days. Repeat the procedure 3 times a week.
Growing hair quickly is not difficult at all. It is enough to make the following mask: 100 ml and 6 drops of jasmine.

Above there is a table of essential oils and their properties are also described, and we move on to the next section.

Facial care

Hair is the decoration of every woman. But don't forget about the face. It constantly remains marked by fatigue, aging, depression, nervousness and many other external factors. Many women have all kinds of jars with creams, lotions, and foams in their arsenal. Did you know that in most cases cosmetic products do not help, but, on the contrary, can harm? Special means will help reduce their harmful effects. We have created a separate table of essential oils. And their properties for the face are also described there.

Essential oils for the face - basic properties

Oil name	Properties
Patchouli, blue chamomile, myrrh, rose	For dry and sensitive skin
Grapefruit, spruce cones, bergamot	For oily skin
Bigardia, verbena, spruce, rosewood	Adding vitamins to the skin
Marjoram, myrtle, lemon balm	Narrowing pores
Geranium, jasmine, patchouli	Relieving irritation
Hyssop, cypress, chamomile	Skin regeneration
Frankincense, fennel, neroli
Palmarosa, verbena, sandalwood, rose	Rejuvenation
Limette, pine, chamomile	Removes swelling instantly
Mint, petit grain	Eliminates rosacea
Rosewood, pepper	Helps get rid of dull complexion
Cloves, cajuput, tea tree	Eliminates acne, blackheads
Ginger, juniper	Get rid of herpes
Sandalwood, bigardia, rose	Helps eliminate fine wrinkles on and around the lips
Hyssop, cedar	Remove dermatitis

This in no way means that store-bought cosmetics are all bad. It brings results. It’s just that every woman is individual and has her own characteristics associated with her face.

Advice: experts recommend choosing an oil whose smell is pleasant to you. If the table of essential oils (and their properties) suggests that you cope with the problem by using a product whose aroma is unpleasant to you, then there will be no effect. Listen to your sense of smell.

Features of use

We have discussed the beneficial effects of drugs such as essential oils. The table showed the properties and application, but we just have to look at some of the nuances. Namely:

You can use the oil undiluted only on a spot, for example, on a pimple.
If you decide to use oil for the first time, then first do an allergy test.
Follow the strict dosage indicated in the recipe.
Aroma oils can be combined with any other herbal oil.
Choose the scent according to your preferences.

We have discussed with you many essential oils and their properties. The table was created to help you. Now let's move on to the next section.

Perfumery

You can add aromatic oils not only to cosmetics and personal care products. The creation of perfume cannot do without these ingredients. Modern perfumery uses mainly synthetic substances. This happens because natural essential oils are difficult to obtain. Thanks to this, their value increases. But there is one caveat. If you use only expensive and high-quality perfumes, be sure that they contain only natural essential oils and their properties. The table used in perfumery and shown below will help you understand the main components. So, let's get acquainted.

Now you know what types essential oils are divided into. The table showed you the properties and application very clearly. The amount of these substances does not exceed 30%. The rest comes from aromatics. Namely:

Natural. This group includes components obtained from natural essential oils by distillation. For example, ylang-ylang, cintronella, coriander.
Synthetic. Substances in this group can be obtained by two methods: distillation and chemical synthesis. For example, the aroma of cloves can be achieved by combining eugenol and vanillin.

The amount of aromatic substances accounts for approximately 70-100%. Also, every perfume contains components of animal origin. Namely:

tincture of secretions and glands in alcohol;
beaver stream;
deer musk;
ambergris.

Their number is measured at about 0-0.1%.

There is a specific group that includes these particular essential oils. The table will show the list and properties in more detail. It's time to find out what kind of group this is.

Essential oils in perfumes

Name of essential oil	Application
	It is used to create spicy and sweet aromas.
	In perfumery it is used to fix aromas. This is the most expensive essential oil.
	Adds a woody note to the perfume.
Bergamot	With this oil you can achieve a tart and fresh aroma.
Orange blossom	Popularly known as neroli, or flowers, this oil is found wherever floral notes are used.
	Mainly used to make oriental fragrances with tart notes.
	If you choose a perfume with a fresh, bitter aroma, it means this essential oil is present.
	This essential oil is included in all perfumes with a floral aroma.

You should also be careful when choosing perfume and buy only the scent that really suits you and likes it. We have discussed various essential oils and their properties. The table and using them according to the rules should help you navigate.

It’s worth talking about one nuance. Those who want to make their own perfume for themselves need to know it. You must know exactly all essential oils, properties and uses. The mixing chart will tell you how to combine flavors correctly. And this is the main condition for an ideal perfume.

Correct among themselves

Essential essential oil	Minor aromatic oils
Bergamot	Patchouli, geranium, rosewood, lavender
	Grapefruit, lemongrass
Petitgrain	Rosewood
	Ylang-ylang
Grapefruit	cedar tree
	Eucalyptus
Ylang-ylang	Lemongrass, geranium
Rosemary	Cedar, geranium
Rosewood	Ylang-ylang, geranium, rosemary
	Petitgrain
Eucalyptus	Cedar, rosemary
cedar tree	Grapefruit
Lemongrass	Geranium, patchouli
	Rosemary
tea tree	Rosewood

Now we have smoothly reached the most intriguing section, which will interest many women.

How to lose weight

Losing extra pounds without exhausting diets and fasting is the dream of every girl. And today this is possible. The same essential oils and their properties come to our aid. The weight loss table will tell you which scents to choose. Probably not everyone takes it seriously, but it’s still worth a try.

Lose weight with essential oil

Name of essential oil	Scope of application
Dill, cypress, ginger, peppermint	Losing excess weight.
Black pepper	Eliminates metabolism. Reduces appetite.
Lemongrass, patchouli, myrrh, rosemary, mandarin	Helps tighten sagging skin after sudden weight loss.
Mandarin, juniper, lemon, grapefruit	Remove excess moisture and toxins from the body.
Neroli, rose, jasmine

Recipes for slimness

To properly use oils as a weight loss aid, it is worth studying some recommendations:

Losing excess weight can occur through therapeutic massage. To do this, add 10 drops of bergamot, tea tree oil, nutmeg, geranium, grapefruit to the milk or lotion.
You can prepare the massage product yourself. To do this, prepare 30 grams of jojoba oil, 2 drops each of geranium, bergamot, juniper, dill and rose.
Aromatic oils have a beneficial effect on weight loss. But the main thing here is to use proven oil that you are not allergic to. Before taking such a bath, pre-treat your body with a stiff brush.
To take water procedures, you can use complex combinations of several oils. This will enhance the effect.
You can use essential oils to make exfoliating body scrubs. Here is the most effective recipe: add 10 drops or black pepper to the coffee grounds. You will notice the amazing effect of its action.

Contraindications

The beneficial properties of essential oils, the table of which is presented in the review, are known to everyone. They have natural ingredients. But there are also a number of contraindications that you should know:

Carefully! Fakes

If you want to get the effect of using essential oil, buy only high-quality products. But sometimes this is quite difficult to do. Many dishonest manufacturers pass off synthetic aromatic substances as natural essential oils. We will teach you how to distinguish a quality product:

Let's look at the composition. It should indicate that the product is obtained from an essential oil plant.
Each essential oil has its own individual cost, and it is never low.
The bottle should be made of dark glass. The optimal volume of each tube does not exceed 15 ml.
The label must contain the inscription: “100% natural essential oil.”
Before purchasing, find out more information about the manufacturer. If you have any doubts, it is better to refuse the purchase.

In conclusion

Today we have lifted the veil of secrets associated with essential oils. You know where and how to use this natural component correctly. Each section contains a table of essential oils and their properties are also described so that you can navigate among all their diversity.

Aromatherapy is a type of alternative medicine that is based on the effects on the body of aromatic substances, usually found in plants.

Essential oils used in aromatherapy contain biologically active substances in the most concentrated form. Their chemical composition includes aldehydes, alcohols, terpenes, ketones, phenols, ethers and esters, and sesquiterpenes.

Aromatherapy has been known for a long time and has been widely used in almost all countries. Ancient Vedic hymns describe the natural scent of flowers (aromatherapy) as bringing health and eliminating worries and sorrows.

The use of essential oils in aromatherapy

According to many naturopathic doctors, with the help of essential oils, aromatherapy can weaken and even completely neutralize the influence of a polluted environment, as well as restore the emotional background.

The uses of natural flower oils in aromatherapy are extensive. They are used:

For acupressure or daily general massage. Naturopathic doctors believe that massage with aromatic oils restores immunity. Aromatherapy triggers its own healing mechanisms by enhancing lymphatic and blood circulation. For massage, as a rule, a 1-2% solution of essential oil in neutral oil is used. Massage oil for face and body can be used as a base for daily makeup;
For inhalations, which are recognized not only by alternative, but also by traditional medicine. Aromatherapy is an excellent treatment for colds, especially respiratory problems. This method is also used in cosmetology to cleanse facial skin;
For compresses. With the help of aromatherapy at home, you can get rid of headaches, as well as relieve pain from bruises and sprains. To prepare a compress, soak a gauze cloth in a glass of warm water with a few drops (up to five) of essential oil, squeeze it out and put it on the sore spot, after which the compress is covered with plastic wrap and kept until it cools completely;
For baths. Aromatherapy promotes complete muscle relaxation and emotional restoration. Usually, to prepare baths with aroma oils, 5-10 drops of essential oil are dissolved in one tablespoon of milk or honey and added to a warm bath;
For foot baths that help relieve fatigue after heavy physical activity or an emotionally stressful day. To prepare it, pour hot water with 4-6 drops of oils into a basin;
For aromatizing rooms using an evaporator (flavor), which helps prevent many diseases and improves mood.

Ayurvedic doctors believe that aromatherapy affects the body like taste:

Sweet (rose, sandalwood, cinnamon) – cools, soothes;
Sour (lemon wormwood) – soothes, warms;
Salty (smell of sea, seaweed) – improves appetite, warms;
Spicy (the smell of cardamom, black and red pepper) – excites, warms;
Bitter (smell of calamus, almond) – soothes, cools;
Astringent (smell of quince, walnut, green apples) – invigorates, cools.

Aromatherapy in cosmetology

Aromatherapy is widely used in cosmetology, being an excellent way of skin care and an effective completion of cosmetic procedures. Even at home, aromatherapy helps solve various skin problems associated with both illness and age.

The use of aromatherapy is effective due to the fact that essential oils provide a deep cleansing effect and have antimycotic, antibacterial and antiviral effects, and also activate the effect of cosmetic preparations.

Aromatic oils easily penetrate the skin and quickly enter the systemic bloodstream, facilitating the penetration of many active components found in cosmetic products.

The main oils used in aromatherapy for cosmetic purposes are oils of orange, bergamot, oregano, najoli, cajuput, lavender, frankincense, myrrh, lemon, patchouli, rosemary, juniper, tea tree, thyme, eucalyptus.

Almost all aromatic oils are powerful geroprotectors and slow down the aging process of skin cells.

Aromatherapy is widely used not only for skin care, but also for hair, for which it is recommended to regularly:

Nourishing aroma massage, which is carried out 1-2 times a week when caring for normal hair, and every other day when caring for problem hair;
Aroma rinse, which is recommended after washing your hair.

You can also enrich cosmetics with various essential oils.

Aromatherapy at home can be used:

For the care of normal and dry hair - with essential oils of orange, rose, ylang-ylang, geranium, jasmine, frankincense, lavender, mandarin, neroli, myrrh, Santal, chamomile;
For the care of oily hair - with essential oils of verbena, cloves, geranium, ginger, cypress, patchouli, rose, pine, tea tree, eucalyptus;
To eliminate dandruff - with essential oils of orange, jasmine, geranium, lavender, rose, chamomile;
To strengthen hair during hair loss - with essential oils of calamus, ginger, cedar, cypress, lavender, chamomile, pine, clary sage;
To restore elasticity, shine, brightness and tone of hair - with essential oils of jasmine, myrrh, patchouli.

The influence of oils in aromatherapy

Depending on the purpose, various oils are used for aromatherapy, which is based on their properties and effect. Thus, essential oils in aromatherapy have the following effects:

Refreshing – essential oils of fir, mint, peppermint, lavender, mandarin, vetiver, lemon and orange;
Invigorating, increasing performance – jasmine and lemon oil;
Antidepressive and anti-stress – oils of bergamot, galbanum, jasmine, geranium, bigardia, coriander, mimosa, lavender and patchouli;
Cleansing – lavender, geranium, rose, nutmeg, lemongrass, orange, sage, rosemary, calamus and lemon oils;
Relaxing and calming – oils of basil, immortelle, ylang-ylang, galbanum, chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, mimosa, bigardia, orange, rose, sandalwood, vanilla and cedar;
Stimulating – oils of nutmeg, coriander, peppermint, cloves, verbena, juniper, rosemary, hyssop and lemon;
Painkiller – grapefruit oil;
Strengthening – essential oils of angelica, lemon balm, lavender, peppermint, nutmeg, lemon, rosemary, cedar, verbena, vetiver and wormwood.

Contraindications for the use of aromatherapy

Aroma oils should only be used externally. Before you start using aromatherapy, you should check essential oils for individual tolerance.

If you have serious illnesses, such as epilepsy, or during pregnancy, you should consult your doctor before using aromatherapy, since oils such as sage, bay and rosemary cannot be used in these cases.

Aromatherapy, an ancient science that originated many centuries ago and was once forgotten, has returned to the civilized world to get rid of diseases, early aging and harmful drugs.

Aromatherapy is simply translated - treatment with aromas, but behind this word there is not only the fight against infections and headaches. Fragrances can heal the body and soul; with their help, it is easy to lift your mood, increase your mental abilities, make your body lose weight, and improve the condition of your hair and skin. Aromatherapy with essential oils covers many areas of human activity, and it occupies not the least place in the list of women's hobbies, not only in an independent role, but also as a component of other hobbies.

What is aromatherapy and what is its secret?

Aromatherapy is often referred to exclusively as alternative medicine, but this is a misconception. Treatment with essential oils is also used in traditional medicine, because this is a serious science that dates back many centuries ago. Unfortunately, many recipes were lost for the simple reason that all kinds of “witchcraft” were prohibited at the beginning of the 20th century.

Only at the end of the last century this trend began to be revived again, and today, thanks to the opportunity to exchange experience and raw materials with other countries, many recipes have been collected from all over the world.

The secret of aromatherapy is that essential oils act on the olfactory and physical level - such a double blow defeats bacteria and viruses, against which medications have not yet been invented.

Aroma oils have the ability to penetrate deeply into the skin, bringing with them other substances - this is used in cosmetology and medicine to create creams, gels, and rubbing products.

Volatile substances of aromatic oils affect the psycho-emotional state. A properly composed composition or even one essential oil can improve performance, neutralize fatigue, and eliminate headaches.

Where are essential oils used at home?

Aromatherapy at home is used to scent rooms, for treatment, for cosmetic purposes and as a fashionable hobby. Conventionally, three methods of using aromatherapy can be distinguished:

outer;
interior;
inhalation

Most often, essential oils are used in the treatment of colds, through inhalation, adding oil to a bath or local baths. There are also many methods that involve inhaling aromas strictly according to a schedule. This is how depression, obesity, and memory problems are treated.

The second popular method is massage, in which case oil is added to rubs, fat or butter. Longer treatment methods involve precise effects - applying aromatic oils to certain points of the body. It's important to remember that essential oils should not be applied to the skin in pure form, they are pre-diluted in vegetable oils.

Aromatization of premises is done not only with the goal of creating a pleasant atmosphere in the house, but also setting more serious tasks: disinfecting the house from germs and viruses during a flu epidemic or if there is already a sick person in the house, restoring the body after serious illnesses and operations, reducing appetite.

For aromatization, special devices are used - aroma lamps. You need to use them correctly:

Pour clean water into the upper container.
Drop a few drops of ether into the water (no more than three to start with).
Place a tea candle in a capsule in the lower compartment and light it.
Do not leave unattended; add water if necessary.
Use no more than two hours at a time.

If a headache or other ailments occur during aromatization, you should immediately extinguish the candle, pour out the water and ventilate the room.

Internal use can only be prescribed by a doctor; under no circumstances try to follow recipes from dubious sources!

Methods for preparing aroma oils

Aromatic oils are obtained from almost all types of plants: stems, roots, wood, leaves, petals, buds. It is very difficult to isolate the most valuable product from a plant, because it is contained in minute quantities.

There are two main ways to prepare essential oils:

enfleurage - a glass plate is covered with fat, laid on the fat of plants, pressed on top with a second plate greased, and left. Thus, the esters turn into fat, from which medicinal products are then prepared;
distillation - parts of plants are boiled in water, after which the resulting decoction is passed through a coil, during which the most valuable esters are separated from the liquid. The remaining water is also considered a valuable product, as it contains aromatic substances and beneficial plant extracts.

Making essential oils at home is also possible, but available citrus fruits, lavender, mint, and conifers are best suited for this.

How to buy quality aroma oil

It is recommended to purchase essential oils in specialized places; you should not buy into the low prices offered by merchants in underground passages and stores selling everything and anything. Remember that a low-quality product, which at best will be artificially flavored vegetable oil, will not only not bring the expected benefits, but can also cause an allergic reaction, headache, and nausea.

When shopping, consider these tips:

If the bottles cost the same, this is a bad sign. The methods of obtaining and the value of all essential oils differ. For example, the cost of products from citrus fruits, conifers and eucalyptus is low, but oils such as neroli and rose cannot be cheap. From 100 kg of rose petals, only 30 ml of oil is obtained, and from 100 kg of eucalyptus leaves, about 3 kg of aromatic raw materials are obtained.
Bottles should be made of dark opaque glass, since light and sunlight are destructive to the most valuable contents.
Expensive oils, as a rule, are packaged in small containers - up to 2 ml, and more affordable ones - in bottles up to 10 ml.
Examine the packaging and look for information about the manufacturer and the inscription: “100% Essential Oil” or “100% pure”.
The contents should be free of sediment and impurities, but differences in shades are acceptable.
The aroma can be multifaceted - the notes gradually change, replacing each other.
Apply a drop on a paper napkin and let it dry - the presence of a greasy stain indicates that the ether is diluted with vegetable oil.

The most useful essential oils and their uses

To cover the properties of a huge list of essential oils and understand what health problems aromatherapy helps with, even a month is not enough, so we will focus only on some of the most accessible and useful types and methods of using essential oils in aromatherapy.

Lavender– a wonderful sedative that normalizes mood and promotes healthy sleep. People consider the aroma of lavender to be family-friendly - it is recommended for peace in the home, marital gatherings, and evenings together. In addition, lavender is an effective moth fighter; place sachets of this plant in your closet with wool and fur items to protect your clothes from damage.

Grapefruit- the aroma of youth, it is believed that its smell rejuvenates not only the one who inhales it, but also makes people appear younger in the eyes of others. Grapefruit is ideal for creative activities, enhances attentiveness and increases intelligence.

sweet orange- this wonderful aroma helps, so be sure to get yourself a bottle if you want to lose weight. The sweetish smell also tones, improves immunity and relieves tension.

tea tree– the strongest natural antiseptic, fighter against bacteria and viruses. Tea tree oil can be used to disinfect water for washing; it is used to prepare healing rinses for throat infections, washing wounds, and toothaches. Healers claim that this valuable product fights even HPV, for which official medicine has not yet come up with a cure.

Rose oil– a source of delicious aromas and a popular ingredient for making cosmetics and soaps. It is recommended to be used by overly modest and insecure women; the pleasant aroma enhances sensuality and makes the lady tender.

Ylang-ylang– the beneficial properties of this amazing aromatherapy oil lie in its rejuvenating effect on the skin. It is believed that the pleasant aroma of the magic plant extract increases attraction in both sexes. Try using it as an antidepressant and you will get rid of uncertainty, anxiety, and anxiety. This plant is used for children to relieve them of night fears.

Neroli- a source of attractive aroma that every woman definitely needs. Neroli affects men on a subconscious level, helps get rid of impotence and frigidity, rejuvenates, smoothes wrinkles, fights skin redness and spider veins.

Popular aromatherapy recipes for beginners

It is important to remember that esters penetrate deeply into the skin and hair, taking other ingredients with them, so they It is not recommended to add to ready-made cosmetics, containing, in addition to useful components, preservatives and dyes.

Hair care

The simplest but most effective way to use essential oils in hair care is. This procedure makes hair healthy and shiny, prevents breakage and split ends.

The technology is very simple: you need to apply literally two or three drops of oil to a wooden comb or natural bristle brush and gently comb clean, dry hair for two minutes, without touching the skin. The frequency is individual - from daily to weekly procedures. It all depends on the condition of the hair and personal tolerance.

To prepare rejuvenating water for washing, just add three drops of oil, for example, grapefruit or ylang-ylang, to a liter of filtered water and rinse your face with this healing liquid. The procedure must be done every day, forgetting about tap water.

And spirits;

For beginners, it’s better to start with theory and ready-made, proven recipes. It is important to remember that essential oils are concentrates; almost all of them should not be applied to the skin undiluted, as this can cause burns. Aroma oils can cause allergies, so you should start using them with tests and minimal dosages.

We hope that you will find time to immerse yourself in the world of aromatherapy to find health, beauty and good mood!

Features of conducting aromatherapy sessions at home. The influence of aromas on the human body.

The nose is a special organ. It is closely connected with the human mind, the work of his psyche and body. In the distant past, our ancestors paid great attention to smells. For example, before starting a meal, they smelled the food on their plate. If it had a repulsive or stale smell, it was not suitable for consumption. Or Vedic doctors, based on the smell of a person’s body, were highly likely to draw conclusions about the presence of serious diseases, which was confirmed after examination.

They say the same thing about the air in a house or apartment when they cross the threshold. It's easy to "smell" pets or a baby in your home at the first smell. Even the psychological atmosphere in the house is perceived by invisible radiations and they say that it smells of fun or nervous tension.

Fragrances vary depending on the purpose of their use:

alone - resuscitate and bring to life
others treat and disinfect
still others cause pain and headaches
fourth - relax and calm down
fifth - cause different associations with places or events from the past

So we can continue endlessly listing the entire spectrum of effects of odors on a person. Let’s summarize, paraphrasing the expression: “aroma can both resurrect and kill.” Let's talk in more detail about odors that are pleasant to the human nose, have a therapeutic effect, and can be used to create different moods at home.

How to do aromatherapy at home?

Aromatherapy has been present in human life since time immemorial. Most often we encounter incense smoking in religious institutions. However, an increasing number of people, especially representatives of the fair half of humanity, are practicing aromatherapy at home.

You can change the air in your home depending on the purpose and time:

healing procedure with eucalyptus or conifers
relaxing to relieve stress and nervous tension
peacekeeping to smooth out rough edges of communication between family members
refreshing to dramatically change the smell of a room or home

What are the ways to conduct aromatherapy sessions at home?

aroma lamps of various shapes and types
Sprinkling water with the addition of a few drops of aroma oil through a spray bottle. The duration of your favorite scent hovering in the air over the next two hours is guaranteed.
With the help of a vacuum cleaner, it’s easy to combine business with pleasure - collect dust and freshen the air. To do this, saturate a small piece of fabric with the desired scent, let the vacuum cleaner “swallow” it and start cleaning. A pleasant fragrant trail will follow you
Having soaked sachets or paper napkins with drops of aroma oil, they can be randomly placed in the room and/or house
laying out aroma pebbles in the space of a room or apartment,
using scented candles, which, in addition to the smell, are painted in different colors to match a specific event or interior
an interesting option for bedrooms with saturation of bed linen with your favorite scent
dry aromatic mixtures, neatly laid out in beautiful dishes and placed in the right corners of the room, will also delight your sense of smell and sight
Instead of aroma lamps, sometimes they use cotton wool or pieces of fabric soaked in 2-3 drops of aroma oil. Such sources of a pleasant smell are neatly hidden, for example, under a table or behind a photo frame.

What devices are needed for aromatherapy at home?

Based on the method you choose to enrich a room or home with aroma, the necessary aromatherapy equipment is selected.

The most common are aroma lamps of different sizes and shapes. They are lit either by a candle or by electricity.

Their application is very simple:

pour 3 tablespoons of water into a special container of the lamp and add 3 drops of aroma oil
place a lit small candle under the container
If the lamp is powered by electricity, then plug it into an outlet

Aroma lamps give a special atmosphere of peace, comfort and warmth, vaguely reminiscent of a fireplace. Evenings spent with the whole family in a room with an aroma lamp can develop into an ongoing tradition.

For people who are believers and have an altar in their home, the role of a distributor of pleasant smells is played by an incense or lamp hanging from the ceiling. Its operating principle is slightly different from an aroma lamp - a lit small candle floats in fragrant water. The water slowly evaporates and the air becomes saturated with smell.

For regular candle scenting sessions, you will need candle holders. They can be invisible, or, on the contrary, they can delight the eye with ornate shapes and patterns.

Aromatic oils for the home. Scents for your energy

Aromatic oils, by changing the smell of a room or home, adjust its microclimate and the well-being of the people in it. They fill with the energies of creativity, reflection, communication, and influence the functioning of all systems of the body, mind and emotions.

Let's walk through the rooms of your house and consider the effect of aromatic oils on them.

The hallway is, in a way, the “face” of the house. Having crossed the threshold, your guest finds himself in it and is able to draw the first conclusions about the pleasantness or unpleasantness of the odors in the home

In the hallway we store shoes, clothes with fur, mittens, scarves, and hats. That’s why there are a lot of different aromas here, and sometimes moths can show up.

Essential oils in the hallway should provide an antiseptic effect and repel insects. Lavender, conifers, and eucalyptus have these qualities. And mint, grapefruit, lemon, bergamot, cloves, and geranium are suitable as hallway space fresheners.

In the living room we communicate, relax after a busy day, and receive guests. It serves as a meeting place for the family in the evening before or after dinner. The aroma of the living room should have a moderately relaxed effect on the human psyche and at the same time encourage him to have pleasant conversations. Essential oils of ylang-ylang, geranium, sandalwood, and lavender will help put you in the right mood. Your guests will associate your home as a pleasant place to socialize if you diffuse the scent of citrus into your living room just before they arrive.
The atmosphere of an office or work corner should stimulate mental activity, promote efficiency, thinking, and creativity. Essential oils of juniper, sage, rosemary, cloves, and lemon cope with such tasks

If the day turns out to be overly stressful and you want to relax, but not fall asleep, in the office, choose bergamot, grapefruit, sandalwood, and basil as the basis for creating such an atmosphere.

The aromas of ginger, jasmine, lemongrass, and rosemary contribute to high-quality work at the computer, reducing the number of errors and the level of fatigue of the visual organs and the body as a whole.

The kitchen gathers all the residents of the house for meals and pleasant conversations. She is the standard of cleanliness and freshness of the home. On the other hand, in the kitchen space there is a mixture of a wide variety of smells, both from cooking and from the waste bin. Therefore, we even out the aroma of the kitchen with pine aromatic oils, as well as lavender, violet, lemon, mint, sandalwood, eucalyptus, geranium, orange, rosemary
The bedroom is a room for relaxation, healthy sleep and a vigorous morning awakening for its inhabitants. The aromas of chamomile and sandalwood will set you in exactly that mood. For insomnia or nightmares, pay attention to essential oils of rose, lavender, cedar, ylang-ylang
The bathroom is a model of freshness and cleanliness. This means that coniferous and citrus aromas are constant companions and friends of the bathroom.

Natural aromatic oils. Properties and Application

Essential oil is a clear or slightly colored oily liquid with a concentrated odor and taste, which consists of lightly fragrant and quickly evaporating components. It is extracted from different parts of plants - flowers, stems, leaves, bark, roots, seeds. And the younger it is, the greater the amount of aromatic liquid you can get.

Natural aromatic oils are strongly connected with human life. Their spectrum of action is wide and varied:

medicinal
rejuvenating and healing
antiseptic and antibacterial
saturating the body and space with aroma
psychocorrective

Aromatic oils are in demand these days in:

medicine
perfumes
cosmetology
cooking
religious rites
massage practice
meditation sessions

For example, Avicenna successfully used aromatic ginger oil in his medical practice. Today, ginger is used as a seasoning in cooking.

The “king of fragrances”, jasmine, is an essential component of expensive French perfumes.

filling our homes with the scents of natural oils
We provide therapeutic inhalations, compresses, lotions
add to body and face creams, hair masks, soaps
Spray yourself with your favorite perfumes
we bake delicious cakes, casseroles and cookies
We create a comfortable atmosphere for relaxation and meditation
We conduct massage courses with therapeutic and anti-cellulite effects

You can continue for a long time. Conclusion - the importance of fragrances in human life is enormous.

Rose oil for home use. Effect of essential rose oil

Essential rose oil improves human performance and reduces the likelihood of neuroses and tension in space.

How is it useful for humans?

Women have loved it since ancient times for the rejuvenating effect it gives to the skin of the whole body. It manifests itself in the form of increased firmness and elasticity, normalization of the functioning of steel glands, resorption of scars, and giving the skin an even and beautiful shade.

In addition, the smell of roses:

reduces the spasmodic effect of cerebral vessels, eliminates dizziness and headaches
affects women's hormonal health and the functioning of the glands, digestive system, and can reduce the impact of dysbiosis
relieves menstrual pain and relieves pain in inflammatory diseases of the female organs

Orange aromatic oil. Properties of orange essential oil

Sunny citrus lifts the mood and improves the performance of those who inhale its aroma.

Orange oil has a particularly strong effect on the psycho-emotional mood of women, evens it out and calms it down. Since ancient times, beautiful ladies filled the space with the aroma of this citrus to create an intimate atmosphere.

From the point of view of the beneficial properties of the aroma, it should be mentioned that:

it can be used to reduce body temperature during fever
it is beneficial for the normalization of digestive processes, kidney function, and gall bladder
has the ability to stop bleeding
has a positive effect on facial moisture

Orange is popular as an air flavoring agent, a component of cosmetics and culinary dishes.

Lavender aromatic oil. Effect of lavender oil on humans

Lavender aroma cools and calms the human nervous system. It evens out mood swings and calms raging emotions.

Lavender has a beneficial effect on reducing

headaches, migraines
brittle hair and nails
depression, tearfulness, amount of insomnia
manifestations of cardiovascular diseases, atherosclerosis, strokes, dermatitis of various natures, dandruff
effective for caring for any skin type and cleansing the body of toxins
relieves redness and flaking
has powerful bile and diuretic effects
stimulates the body's resistance to infectious diseases

Due to its good wound healing and regenerating abilities, it is used for burns, cuts and other damage to the skin.

Lemon aromatic oil. What are the benefits of aromatherapy with lemon oil?

The light, fresh scent of lemon is invigorating and is associated with lightness and purity.

Regular aromatherapy with this oil will provide us with:

good tone of the nervous system and reduced manifestations of vegetative-vascular dystonia
whitens the face and body from freckles and age spots, smoothes the skin, eliminates visible vascular patterns
cleanses the skin of various types of rashes, growths and cracks
eliminates bleeding gums
strengthens nails, relieves dandruff, helps in natural hair lightening
in the form of inhalations treats viral diseases
excellent antibiotic and antiseptic
relieves headaches of various natures
assistant for slimming ladies - cellulite, excess fat tissue and toxins are more easily removed under the influence of lemon aroma
influences the reduction of kidney and gallbladder stones
stimulates the renewal of vascular walls

Aromatherapy for meditation

Plants are perhaps the most social creatures on the planet. They closely interact with the surrounding world, adapt to its variability, and survive in extreme conditions. Therefore, in oil we receive not only their energy, but also the most important message to “live”
Thanks to the influence of plants on a person, you can restore the aura, heal the body, align your mood, and establish harmonious breathing of the chakras. Open and establish energy exchange with the surrounding nature and cosmic flows
Airy aromatic compounds of oils penetrate deep into the human psyche, his mind, body, aura
It is no coincidence that rose gardens contributed to peace and calm thinking about pressing issues. And the rose itself was considered a symbol of mystery in alchemy
Frankincense encouraged inner harmony and communication with a higher principle, and scared away evil and negatively-minded individuals. It is believed that incense enriches good people with strength and energy to act in life.
Depending on the purpose of meditative practices, a person chooses an aroma oil
Thus, orange gives optimism and instills faith in one’s strength. Your aura will be more receptive to goodness and picking up positive information. It can revitalize the thinned layers of your aura after a recent serious illness.
Lavender oil opens the way to self-knowledge, quality meditation, and restoration of strength. Energetically relaxes, eliminates scars at the aura level. Helps get rid of envy and aggressiveness

Lemon essential oil:

helps you easily adapt to new conditions, events, people
alleviates suffering from losses and promotes a more philosophical perception of everything that happens in fate
activates interest in life
gives strength in career and family relationships
helps develop the ability to meditate even among large crowds of people

How to do aromatherapy at home: tips and reviews

The duration of the aroma session should not exceed 2 hours, and the first - 20 minutes
When spraying fragrant water into your home through a spray bottle, avoid getting it on furniture and fabrics. Otherwise, the smell will stick for a long time and will be extremely difficult to neutralize.
You can saturate your bed linen with your favorite scent by adding a few drops of oil to the fabric softener during washing.
A subtle favorite scent in the bedroom will be given to you by aroma pillows located on the cabinet near the bed or under the pillow
To activate the odors of dry aromatic mixtures, it is enough to periodically refresh them with a couple of drops of the desired oil
Cotton wool soaked in the scent of aroma oil should not be kept in one room around the clock to avoid overwork or dizziness. Change its location several times a day
To saturate the hallway with the desired smell, drop a couple of drops of oil on a cloth with which you wipe off dust and continue cleaning. Or spray the space with a spray bottle
Cleaning the kitchen turns into an aromatherapy session if you drop 3-5 drops of essential oil into a container of water. Then wipe all kitchen surfaces with this solution.
In the bathroom, place a small terry towel soaked in a couple of drops of essential oil, or beautifully arrange pebbles with the desired aroma
Before using aromatic oil, carefully read the instructions and study its possible negative effects.
Consult your doctor if you are seeking to improve your health and recover from illnesses.