Essential Oil
Plants have an
indomitable vitality. The
essential oil, being the
natural plant fluid, is the
essence of this vitality.
The aromatic substance in
essential oils are actually
hormones of plants which is
curative to certain
diseases.
Aromatherapy is a therapy
that cleanses the body and
the mind, strive for
physical, mental and
spiritual health
equilibrium. The essential
oils used in aromatherapy
are extracted from petals,
leaves, twigs, fruits,
seeds, root, stem and bark
of highly aromatic plants.
These oils penetrates into
the body and stimulates the
cerebral cortex, provides
soothing and enlightening
effects, relieves mental and
spiritual disorders, builds
up positive outlook on life. |
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Source/volatility: |
Petals / medium
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| Smell:
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Floral, light and
fresh, wood-like.
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| Main
functions: |
Insect bites, insect
repellent, good for digestive
system.
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Physiological effect: |
Promotes gastric
secretion, can be used for nausea,
vomiting, flatulence and colic. It
stimulates bile secretion, helps
digestion, soothing the heart,
reduces high blood pressure, and
improves insomnia. Its pain-killing
property helps relieving sprains,
muscular fatigue and rheumatic pain.
As for the respiratory system, it is
effective for bronchitis, asthma,
influenza, laryngitis, mucositis,
prevents and relieves the spread of
tuberculosis. Good for scanty
menstruation, menstrual pain or
vaginal discharges. Massaging the
lower back can relieve post-natal
discomfort.
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| Skin
Care: |
Suitable for all
skin types, cures burns, insect
bites and skin diseases. Stimulates
cell growth, helps healing of
wounds.
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Emotional effect: |
Stabilises mood,
purifying and soothes the mind,
relieves anger and fatigue. Balances
central nervous system, fights panic
and depression.
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Contraindication: |
Hypotension patients
may experience dullness. As it
promotes menstruation, avoid during
first 3 months of pregnancy. |
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