{"id":795,"date":"2017-10-06T06:37:44","date_gmt":"2017-10-06T06:37:44","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=795"},"modified":"2021-04-06T06:09:56","modified_gmt":"2021-04-06T06:09:56","slug":"essential-oils-choosing-the-right-ones-and-using-them-correctly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogwpvulnerability.demokama2.com\/essential-oils-choosing-the-right-ones-and-using-them-correctly\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential Oils \u2013 Choosing The Right Ones And Using Them Correctly"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Essential oils<\/a> couldn\u2019t be more simply named, few things are as effortlessly self-explanatory. However, the underlying meaning is quite deep!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT\u2019S SO ESSENTIAL ABOUT ESSENTIAL OILS?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe term 'essential' in the phrase is taken from 'quintessential'. Matter is composed of air, water, earth, and fire and the mystical fifth element, or 'quintessence', is the life-force. Ancient Indian sciences and scripts called quintessence akash, or the all-pervasive spiritual energy beyond the realm of matter, in the astral world, from which the 'spark' of Creation stems. The term was adopted by Western traditions later, within which akash is also referred to as ether. Etheric or akashic records are also stored in human DNA. This 'genetic memory' stores every aspect of our experience, though we might not know this.

The comfort and therapy, the sense of \u2018home\u2019 we feel when we come in contact with certain essential oils, is our mind, body, and soul responding to that certain something in the essential oil, that ignites a sense of wellness, familiarity and of feeling whole.

POPULAR ESSENTIAL OILS FOR SOME POPULAR APPLICATIONS<\/strong>\n\n\n\nTHIS IS MORE OF A GUIDING OR INDICATIVE LIST THAN AN EXHAUSTIVE ONE.<\/strong>

\u00a7 Air Freshening: Pine, Lavender, Lemongrass, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Cinnamon.
\u00a7 Disinfectant + Insect Repellant: Clove, Citronella, Lemongrass, Tea-Tree, Orange.
\u00a7 Bad Throat: Eucalyptus, Lemon, Cinnamon, Clove.
\u00a7 Sprains: Peppermint, Rosemary, Cypress, Clove, Chamomile.
\u00a7 Headaches and Digestive or Respiratory Issues: Lavender, Lime, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Basil.
\u00a7 Anti-Anxiety: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Chamomile, Frankincense, Orange, Vetiver.
\u00a7 Skincare: Vetiver, Basil, Tea-Tree, Geranium, Rose, Cypress, Lavender, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Jasmine.
\u00a7 Aphrodisiac: Sandalwood, Rose, Jasmine, Patchouli, Clary Sage, Neroli, Ylang-Ylang.

If you are earnest about incorporating essential oils <\/a>into your lifestyle, you\u2019ll progressively realise that you would have to match the true essence of these precious botanical elixirs. In order to understand, respect and use them properly, you\u2019ll have to be as spiritual and intuitive as they are. It doesn\u2019t take much. Listen to your mind and body \u2013 there will always be a reason why you\u2019re attracted to one essential oil over another and why, perhaps after some time, the attraction fades away. It\u2019s only spiritual communication, between the akash in you and the akash in Nature\u2019s Bounty. The best way to learn the language is to revel in it!

EXTRACTING ESSENTIAL OILS<\/strong>\n\n\n\n
Scientifically, for an essential oil to be pure, absolute, or 'true', it has to be extracted from its botanical source physically. The various physical means adopted include:

\u00a7 Steam distillation
\u00a7 Water distillation
\u00a7 Cold pressing
\u00a7 Maceration

APPLICATIONS OF ESSENTIAL OILS<\/strong>\n\n\n\nPeople with hypersensitive skin may not take to skin contact with essential oils and inhalation might work better for them. For many, personal use extends to scenting linen cupboards, wardrobes, and lingerie drawers, or bath water and massage oil\/body and face pack blends.

For others, essential oils serve a domestic\/d\u00e9cor purpose. They are used in the form of scented candles, potpourris, or in oil diffusers, to perpetuate a favourite fragrance through the nooks and crannies of a home, religious alter, or an office. Some people depend on essential oils only for curative purposes, adding an oil of choice to warm\/cold compresses and poultices, to steam inhalation bowls for colds or inflamed sinuses.

HOW TO USE PURE ESSENTIAL OILS<\/strong>\n\n\n\nThe purity of these extractions makes them very potent. Their direct application, in some cases even in the most minuscule quantities, can cause burns, allergic reactions, and physical discomfort of varying degrees. Never overestimate the ability of your skin (or nose) to handle concentrated essential oil.

Therefore, it is recommended to always mix essential oils with a vegetable-origin base\/carrier oil to dilute the intensity. Coconut, sesame, or olive oils work well, though almond, apricot kernel, sunflower, or jojoba oils are also suitable alternatives. For every two tablespoons or so of oil, 2 drops of essential oil may be used.

This ratio should be adjusted accordingly for elderly persons, young children, and those with extremely sensitive skin.

Before embarking on an aromatherapy course of any nature, it is best to consult your doctor or a seasoned aromatherapy expert to ensure you\u2019re not likely to suffer any unforeseen reactions based on your medical history. Such a consultation is especially recommended for pregnant women or those suffering from heart or respiratory issues.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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