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The Ways To Use Essential Oils

In fact, essential oils are used in various ways and each has its own advantages, so here they are divided into the following five categories: 1. Sniffing 2. Topical application 3. Oral administration 4. Household products/DIY 5. Pets


1. Sniffing: Sniffing is the best way to use essential oils, and it is also able to enter the nervous system of the human body through the respiratory tract in the shortest time. According to scientific research, essential oils can reach the central nervous system in just 22 seconds , which then sends the compound to the limbic system to do its job. In addition to directly opening the cap and putting it under the nose for sniffing, you can also drop 2-3 drops on the palm of your hand and rub it gently, then cover the nose and sniff for at least 1 minute, which will fully exert its effect. In addition, you can also use a diffuser to expand the fragrance, but it must be reminded that you must use a diffuser that can drop essential oils, because many people in the market have bought cheaper diffusers, and they will disappear after less than a month of use. Reimbursed. As for the use of the diffuser, I will share it with you in another article. There is also a way to drop essential oils into a pot filled with hot water, and then cover the head with a towel to form a steam bath. grade essential oils.


2. Local application: Since the concentration of some essential oils is quite high, it must be diluted with carrier oil before application. The introduction of carrier oil can be found in the previous article. Many essential oils are very suitable for massage to relieve pain, improve muscle tension, eliminate the growth of germs in the body, etc. For example, the essential oils used in the "Raindrop Technique" developed by D. Gary Young are all used to remove germs in the body Essential oils, along with some hand gestures to help identify areas of inflammation in the body, ultimately improve that area. In addition, some reflex areas of the body can also play the same role.


3. Oral administration: It must be stated here that only the label approved by the Food Administration can be used internally. Generally, we can drop 1-2 drops of essential oils into glass or ceramic vessels filled with clear water, and then drink them, such as mint, lemon and other essential oils. Or drop essential oils into herbal capsules. Even 1-2 drops of essential oils directly under the tongue will do. The most important thing is to use therapeutic grade essential oils so as not to cause harm to the body.


4. Household products/DIY: Essential oils can be dropped into pure natural shower gel or shampoo, which can make the body obtain high-frequency effects after bathing. It can also be dropped into pure natural skin care products to enhance its efficacy; or the essential oil can be dropped into laundry detergent, mopping buckets, spray bottles as cleaners, dishwashing agents, deodorants, etc. Any item in the home, as long as it is a pure natural raw material, can be added with essential oils to enhance its efficacy.


5. Pets: In addition to being used on humans, essential oils can also be used on pets at home. It can prevent pets from shedding hair, prevent the breeding of mites or lice, increase the fragrance of pets, and maintain hygiene. Did you know that some people even give dog and cat lovers individual diffusers to enjoy at night?


That's all my sharing, if you want to suggest me any other way, please write down your comment below. I am sure there are plenty of ways to use E.O.

 
 
 

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