I have fallen in love with aromatherapy. Not only do they make me smell good but there are also various health benefits. Recently I have starting using this essential oil series from Skinsoss.
Essential oils are super concentrated plant extracts. So they are as natural as it can be. Skinsoss skincare oils are produced in strict laboratory conditions in Melbourne which ensures their puriety and quality.
When vaporised, they relieve respiratory problems such as sinusitis, allergic rhinitis and sore throat. Essential oils can also be used with other carrier oils such as jojoba oil or rosehip oil for skincare or massage use. These carrier oils also contain vitamins A, E and C which are essential for good skin. Oils can be vaporised in a diffuser or burner.
Aromatherapy is a great stress buster. My hectic work schedule sometimes forbid me to even eat and drink or attend the nature's call. After a long day at work, it can be difficult to wind down. Vaporised essential oils help me to relax and sleep better.
Scents are very powerful because pleasant smells can trigger positive associations and emotions from previous experience. They do so by switching on the relaxation pathway in the brain which is the parasympathetic system.
Besides aromatherapy, essential oils are also great skinfood. They hydrate and lighten the skin. Oils such as tea tree oil can also be used to treat acne, small cuts and fade scars. Lavender oil, on the other hand, has antioxidant properties which render it age defying.
My partner suffers from terrible hand eczema after years of scrubbing in for operation. His skin is extremely sensitive towards perfumed and soap containing skincare products. Therefore, he only has very limited choices in this regard.
All three geranium, lavender and tea tree oils are potent antiinflammatories that soothe the inflamed skin. Essential oils can also be added into warm bath for soaking. When added to Shea butter, they make wonderfully scented moisturiser. When combined with carrier oil, they can also be sprayed to relieve itchiness.
All the above oils can be safely used in expecting and breastfeeding mothers with no known ill effects. When massaged, they can relieve backache, nausea and alleviate ankle swelling. There's no known birth defects from the use of essential oil. These are some tips about essential oil use in this population.
The benefits of essential oils are multifold. Appropriate usage rejuvenates the skin and the soul, as well as relieving skin ailments.
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