Description
Lavender is the most loved aromatic used in aromatherapy today. Besides being versatile, its lightly floral and soothing scent is one that most people find appealing. It is also one of the few essential oils that can be applied neat. Lavender has a long history of use in many different cultures.
Likely the most popular and versatile of the essential oils, lavender has been used through the centuries not only for its aromatherapy benefits but for cleansing as well; the name itself is derived from the Latin lavare which means to wash.
How to use Lavender Essential Oil?
Combine 4-5 drops of Lavender Essential Oil with a bath gel base such as a dab of shampoo, liquid body soap, or a tablespoon of olive or coconut oil (to slow the evaporation of lavender oil) and use in a warm bath.
Place 1-2 drops of Lavender Essential Oil on your pillow.
Massage several drops of Lavender Essential Oil diluted with a carrier oil into your feet which easily. You can also mix a few drops of lavender with a massage oil for an overall body massage.
Sandalwood essential oil is found in many perfumes and air fresheners. Its a classic scent from a a valuable tree. The value of Sandalwood goes beyond its smell, it may offer some health benefits also. Sandalwood Oil comes from wood and roots of Santalum album. This is one of the most valuable trees in the world.
Sandalwood essential oil has many traditional uses. Some people use it for common cold, muscle issues etc. Sandalwood’s scent also makes it a popular choice for perfumes and aromatherapy. In aromatherapy, aromatic oils are used to promote mental and physical health outcomes. Many ancient cultures practiced aromatherapy. It remains popular today.
Some studies have suggested that Sandalwood may help manage anxiety, support wound healing, fight bacteria, anti inflammatory properties.
There are many ways to use Sandalwood oil in aromatherapy at home. Some of them are:
put a few drops in your cream. Heat in a kettle of water to scent your house. Mix a few drops with carrier oil like sweet almond oil and apply to the skin.
- Packed with powerful therapeutic properties, Lavender oil works magically in assisting skin for a soft, supple and refreshed look.
- Uplift your mood by using Lavender oil in a diffuser.
- Helps improve sleep
- Sandalwood creates a calming, harmonizing effect for the mind, helping reduce tension and confusion
- Has a significant effect on the removal of dandruff
- Can help wounds recover quickly
- Can be used for soaking in the bath, lotions, aromatherapy, soap, massage oil
- Avoid contact with eyes, keep out of the reach of children
- If pregnant, please consult with your health care provider before use
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