Aromatherapy essential oil is a plant essence extracted from plants with fragrance, which is often called phytohormone. Aromatherapy developed in modern Europe is a way to care for the body and mind by using aromatic essential oils. Aromatherapy essential oil extracted from plant essence not only has special fragrance, but also has magical effect. You can balance and relax your body and mind by taking a bath, * * *.
Aromatherapy and hot compress-relieve tension and restrain all kinds of pain and discomfort;
According to the efficacy of various aromatherapy essential oils, in addition to directly applying oil to the skin, hot compress with towel or gauze is also a convenient and effective method.
Hot compress is a good aromatherapy, which can not only warm the tired body, but also relieve the mental and physical tension. Hot compress with towel can dilate blood vessels and improve the absorption function of skin. Lavender, Roman chamomile and geranium have analgesic effects on shoulder pain, low back pain, headache and physiological pain.
Question 2: How to use aromatherapy oil? Daily use of essential oil
(1) steaming method
Fumigation furnace method
Pour clean water into the water container of the incense burner and add 5-6 drops of essential oil. Light the candle and put it in the incense burner, waiting for the heat to slowly release the essential oil in the water. Different essential oils can be mixed and dripped into the incense burner, which can get different effects and help to create different atmospheres.
Humidifier fumigation
Add 5-8 drops of essential oil directly into the water tank of the humidifier, so that the essential oil will be emitted into the air with the water mist of the humidifier.
Heating machine aromatherapy
Dip the cotton ball in essential oil and put it in the place where the heating tube emits hot air, so that the essential oil can be emitted into the air with heating.
(2) inhalation method
Home inhalation method
Pour boiling hot water into a glass or porcelain washbasin, choose 1-3 kinds of essential oils to drop into the hot water, with a total of no more than six drops, and then fully mix the essential oils. Cover the whole head and washbasin with a large bath towel, and breathe alternately through the nose and mouth for 5- 10 minutes. Two drops of lavender and two drops of mint can cure a cold.
Simple inhalation method
Drop the essential oil 1-3 into a towel or handkerchief and smell it.
(3) *** method
Health care * * * generally starts from the back, hands on both sides of the spine above the hips, palms down, and moves along both sides of the spine to the shoulders. When you reach your neck, your hands are outside the factory, both sides are at the same time, your shoulders are at the same time, and then you return to the starting point. * * * must be done at one go, and never give up halfway. Dilute 2-3 kinds of unilateral essential oils with 3-4 ml of vegetable oil, totaling 3 drops, and apply to face, head, neck and shoulders or body.
* * * method can strengthen blood circulation and eliminate toxins in the body. Different essential oils have different curative effects. It is recommended to use it in professional beauty salons under the guidance of professionals.
(4) Aromatherapy gargle method
Drop 2-3 drops of essential oil into a glass of water and mix well. Rinse your mouth 10 second, and then spit it out. Repeat this process until the whole glass of water is used up. Rinse your mouth with aromatherapy every day to keep your breath fresh, protect your teeth and reduce laryngitis. Common essential oils: tea tree, lavender and mint. When you have a toothache, put a drop of undiluted cinnamon and apply it directly to the toothache with a cotton swab to relieve the toothache.
(5) Scraping method of essential oil
Scraping with essential oil, that is, applying plant essential oil and base oil (or compound therapeutic essential oil) to the affected area or near acupuncture points, and then scraping with a scraper. It is recommended to consult a professional aromatherapy therapist.
(6) According to the application method
Cold or hot compress method
Add 3-6 drops of aromatic essential oil into cold water (cold compress) or hot water (hot compress), stir evenly, immerse in a towel, then wring out the towel and apply it to your face, gently press the towel covering your face with your hands to make the water containing essential oil penetrate into your skin as much as possible, and repeat the above steps for 5- 10 times. When applied to body parts, the ratio of water to essential oil is about 200ml of cold water or hot water to 5 drops of essential oil, and only 1 drop of essential oil can be used on face.
Cold compress can relieve, calm and soothe. In order to relieve pain, hot compress can promote blood circulation, eliminate toxins or increase skin penetration. Commonly used essential oils are lavender, violet, rosemary, geranium, jasmine, rose, lemon and so on.
(7) Spraying method
Add the essential oil into distilled water, put it into a spray bottle and spray it on the bed, clothes, furniture, pets, bookcases and carpets at any time to disinfect and deodorize and improve the living environment. Commonly used essential oils are rosemary, lemon, sweet orange, mint, geranium, eucalyptus and so on. The ratio is 10 drop of oil pair 10 ml of water.
Question 3: How to use lavender essential oil? Only lavender and tea tree can be directly coated on single essential oil, and others can be diluted with base oil. However, lavender essential oil is rarely applied directly, because the purity of unilateral essential oil is relatively high, and it is often applied directly for fear of causing harm to the skin, so it can be mixed with skin care products that are usually used.
Question 4: How to use the aromatherapy lamp? Is it the one with the glass cover on it? If there is, cover the glass cover, pour in a certain dose of essential oil and water (grasp it yourself, don't pay too much for essential oil), and then turn on the light ~
Question 5: How to use essential oil? Essential oil is a volatile substance. With heating, the aromatic molecules of essential oil will quickly fill the air, and people will inhale the aromatic molecules into the body between breaths. This horrible way is most effective for headaches, insomnia, emotional instability and respiratory infections.
1, Xiang DD improves environmental sanitation, purifies air and avoids infection with germs; Aroma can relieve mood, improve mental state such as insomnia, and improve mood.
How to use:
A. The incense table made of ceramics uses smokeless candles as energy source, plug-in incense lamps and waterless incense burners.
B. Pour boiled water or purified water into the basin above the incense table and put it in for about eight minutes.
C, select 1-3 kinds of essential oils to drop into the basin, and the total number of drops in a basin of water is about 6-8 drops.
D, directly dropping pure essential oils into dried flowers can also make the fragrance last for several days.
2. The hot water vapor DD permeates the water vapor, so that the essential oil enters the pulmonary circulation and penetrates into the blood. This method is most effective for respiratory tract infection, but it is not suitable for asthma patients.
How to use:
Pour boiling hot water into a glass, ceramic or stainless steel cup, drop 4-6 drops of essential oil, cover your neck with a big towel or clothes, lean against the mouth of the cup, and breathe alternately through your mouth and nose until you feel comfortable. This is the most effective way to treat colds and respiratory infections, and it is also the best way to refresh your mind and improve your mood.
3. Handkerchiefs DD Drop 3-4 drops of essential oil on paper towels or handkerchiefs, which can be used for meetings, driving, flying, cars, boats or classes.
4, palm rubbing DD drops of essential oil two drops of hands rubbing to generate heat, can immediately improve fatigue and boost the spirit.
5. Spray DD into 100ml pure water, add 5-30 drops of essential oil and shake well. When sprayed directly on human body, spray at a 45-degree angle from top to bottom, and the sequence is as follows:
A, ask to sit down first, relax and close your eyes.
B, spray on the head, let the fog slowly drip on the head.
C, smell the smell, and then spray other targets, such as hair and face.
It is not recommended to aromatherapy all day, because most of the essential oils on the market are perfumed for good taste, and it will be uncomfortable to smell too much.
Question 6: How to use aromatherapy oil? What's the use? 10 You can add water and a few drops of essential oil to the saucer of the scented lamp, and then light the smokeless candle. Different essential oils have different fragrance retention time. Let me tell you the instructions for the use of essential oil first:
1. Pregnant women, patients with hypertension, epilepsy or other diseases should consult a doctor before using essential oil.
2. Patients with low blood pressure and those who are allergic to aromatic houses should use it with caution.
3. Don't take it orally and avoid using it around eyes.
4. The types of essential oils should be changed frequently, and it is not advisable to use the same essential oil for a long time. At the same time, be careful not to use unknown or inferior essential oils to avoid harm to the body.
5. When using the aromatherapy lamp, be sure to pay attention to the dryness of the water, and don't use essential oil when sleeping to prevent accidents;
6. Please put the essential oil in an unexpected place for children. After the essential oil spills into your eyes, please wash it with plenty of water immediately or ask a doctor for treatment: the essential oil should be kept in a dark glass or ceramic dish in a cool environment and used up within six months after opening.
Ok, let's talk about the functions of several common different essential oils:
1. Clove: It is helpful for abdominal pain, diarrhea, arthritis, rheumatalgia, impotence and premature ejaculation, and can resist cellulitis, improve memory, eliminate drowsiness and induce estrus.
2. Eucalyptus: It is also helpful for abdominal pain and diarrhea, colds, diabetes and gonorrhea. It can also reduce weight, diminish inflammation, resist bacteria and deodorize, and promote scarring.
3. Bamboo: It can strengthen bones, protect periosteum, supplement calcium in bones, improve back pain and rheumatalgia, enhance skin luster and elasticity, and refresh the mind.
4. Sandalwood: soothe the nerves, regenerate wrinkles, diminish inflammation, rough skin, sore throat, abdominal pain and diarrhea, and strengthen yang.
5. Magnolia: increasing blood circulation can help beauty detoxification, help sleep and calm the mood.
6. Jasmine: refreshing and relieving psychological stress. Improve female menstrual pain and promote uterine contraction. Balance hormones, improve stretch marks and stimulate youthful vitality.
7. Lily: Cowardly, uneasy, impulsive, calm, nourishing and strong.
8. bergamot: enhance memory, refresh and appease. Improve skin and eliminate body odor. * * * Stimulate appetite, eliminate fat and help to lose weight.
9. Yilan Yilan: Balance hormones and moisturize skin. Relieve nerve pressure and improve sleep. Create a romantic atmosphere and stimulate youthful vitality.
10. Rose: tonify kidney, help regulate and balance hormones in the body, regulate endocrine, help blood circulation and relax nerves. In addition, it is also very helpful for impotence, premature ejaculation and frigidity.
1 1. Violet: It is suitable for treating rheumatism, headache, mucositis of nose and throat, acute tracheitis, and can effectively improve skin diseases such as telangiectasia, acne, oily skin and large pores.
12. Lavender: It is helpful for hypertension, bronchitis, cold, asthma, dyspepsia, irregular menstruation, insomnia with leucorrhea, diuresis, stress relief, sterilization and anthelmintic.
13. Thyme: flu, cold, cough, fatigue and weakness, strengthen respiratory function and enhance immune system.
14. Citronella: Helps the respiratory function, relaxes the spirit, relieves insomnia, migraine and neuralgia, nourishes the kidney, and has a conditioning effect on the digestive system and reproductive system.
Question 7: What essential oil is suitable for aromatherapy? Rose, lavender, ylang ylang, sandalwood, cedar, frankincense, orange blossom, and all kinds of oranges all smell very fragrant and can purify the air. More special are vanilla and benzoin. If you want to replace the smell of roses, you can use rose grass and geranium. However, if you have the conditions, you should buy a compound or add several flavors together. A good taste smells better than a single taste. I have an aromatherapy lamp, but I prefer an aromatherapy stove. Long candlelight feels better, but it takes a little candle.
Question 8: What is the function of aromatherapy essential oil? The function of aromatherapy is 1. Aromatherapy can purify the air, improve the air quality and create pollution-free human living space. 2. Aromatherapy can promote metabolism, reduce fatigue and help maintain breathing skills. 3. Aromatherapy can regulate physiological function, beauty beauty, relieve mental stress, promote high spirits and improve work efficiency. 4. Aromatherapy makes people feel comfortable, relaxed and happy, promotes appetite and stimulates the potential immunity of the human body. 5. Aromatherapy can create a romantic atmosphere, romantic aphrodisiac and promote lust. Benefits of aromatherapy 1. Aromatherapy can improve environmental sanitation, eliminate odor, decompose second-hand smoke and purify the air. 2. Aromatherapy can enhance resistance, prevent diseases and reduce high blood pressure. 3. Aromatherapy can enhance physical strength and vital capacity and promote metabolism. 4. Aromatherapy can improve respiratory tract, nasal sensitivity and asthma. 5. Aromatherapy can repel mosquitoes, kill mites and resist bacteria. 6. Aromatherapy can balance hormones, activate cells and prevent aging. 7. Aromatherapy can refresh the mind and enhance memory. 8. Aromatherapy can relieve irritability, stress, insomnia and headache, and make people feel happy. The function of aromatherapy furnace is to provide you with the function of volatile essential oil. If incense burners and incense lamps need to be scented for a long time, you can choose candle-heated incense burners or electric-heated incense lamps. Add 2/3 water to the bowl-shaped plate, and drop 1~2 drops of essential oil to enjoy the fragrance. Incense burners are cheaper, but they are not safe and cannot be smoked for a long time; The incense lamp is heated by the heat emitted by the bulb, and the temperature can be raised or lowered by dimming. There are many beautiful styles of lamps, which are popular incense tools in the market at present. The search for aromatherapy essential oil needs to make a reasonable choice according to the environment and your physical condition. Lily: clearing away heat and vexation, moistening lung and relieving cough, calming the heart and calming the nerves. Mint: refreshing and fragrant, it is the best essential oil to relieve colds, headaches and backache. Grass fragrance: naturally relax, calm nerves and restore vitality. Tea tree: it can clear the heart, resist depression, and treat colds and gynecological inflammation in women. Bergamot: Used for skin tension such as eczema, acne and scabies. Osmanthus fragrans: It can eliminate depression, regulate soothing effect, and help the wound to reduce swelling. Sea breeze: collect seaweed, bring fresh sea breath and stabilize mood. Fennel: replenish skin moisture and promote detoxification in the body. Jiang Hua: It is very helpful for the ovary and uterus to regulate and relax mood and eliminate stress. Carnation: fragrant and pleasant, creating a romantic atmosphere, balancing emotions and relaxing spirit. Green tea: sterilization, anti-inflammation, acne removal, beriberi treatment and dandruff removal. Rose: boost spiritual lust, cheer up mood, regulate menstrual cycle and improve * * *. Rosemary: It can relieve fatigue, make people energetic, resist rheumatism and induce diuresis. Milan: rosy skin, relieve stress and regulate hormone secretion. Molly: This is the most effective prescription when you are depressed. It can dilute stretch marks and scars and make you an aphrodisiac. Lemon: change your mood when you are tired, refresh your mind and clear your head. Narcissus: Sleep well, benefit the lungs, balance emotions, relieve stress, activate cells and promote regeneration. Sandalwood: refreshing, calming and relieving nervous tension and anxiety, which is helpful for thinking and decision-making. Geranium: Relieve stress, restore psychological balance and improve menopausal problems. Orange: It calms and relaxes people, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and enhances immunity. Sunflower: It can eliminate depression and tension, and has high beauty maintenance value. Saussurea involucrata: Balance hormone and sebum secretion, moisturize and smooth skin. Lavender: It can purify and soothe the nerves, calm the nerves, lower blood pressure and treat insomnia and trauma. Chamomile: Regulate sensitive skin, sunburn and scald, and treat dermatitis, warm rash and acne. Cordate telosma: create a romantic atmosphere, promote lust, eliminate odor and inhibit bacterial growth. Ylang ylang: Balance hormones and regulate reproductive system problems. Eden: It gives people a happy, soft and colorful pleasure, and forgets themselves leisurely. Orchid: Eliminate edema, reduce dry peeling and relieve sensitive skin. Eucalyptus: refreshing, anti-cold, preventing influenza. Magnolia: Enhance immunity, eliminate odor, inhibit bacterial growth, and create a romantic atmosphere. Tulip: It can regulate heart function and balance blood pressure, maintain normal digestion and prevent premature aging. Clove: increase skin elasticity, fade stretch marks and scars.
Question 9: Can I use aromatherapy lamp with essential oil every day? It depends on your needs. I think it can be used every day. If it is used to improve sleep, it is recommended that you change the unilateral aromatherapy regularly. After a period of adaptation, an oil may no longer be as effective as it was at first. In aromatherapy, even * * * has to change the formula twice to seek better coordination with the body. It's a bit expensive to light incense with essential oil, about 5 drops at a time. If you use 2 drops, it will soon be tasteless. Recommend some cheap incense essential oils: lavender (sedative and hypnotic), sweet orange (pleasant), rosemary (refreshing and nourishing brain for daytime use), eucalyptus (purifying and preventing colds), lemongrass (sterilizing and replenishing energy) and tea tree (sterilizing). If you use sandalwood and orange blossom as incense, it will be a bit extravagant!