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Ethereal Oils
The sense of smell is one of the five
senses which is an essential part of your personality and contributes
particularly to your psychology.
Every one has a special scent which will
bring to mind something dear from the past or present, like moments, faces
and events.
This sense of smell can influence your
spirit as well as your body in a positive or negative fashion, depending on
the memory it rekindles.
Ethereal oils enable you to create an
atmosphere in accordance with your moods. You can use these oils to relax,
to strengthen body and spirit, to reduce stress or even use as an
antiseptic, and the list goes on.
Unfortunately, ethereal oils are not
widely known or popular and many times they are greatly misunderstood, and
it is all due to misuse.
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The ethereal oil is the quintessence of
the plant. It is the natural secretion that the plant itself reworks and
stores in its cells. The oils of a plant are the ingredients which give the
plant its aroma – its essence.
Contrary to the name, these oils contain
no oily elements, they evaporate easily, they don’t spoil and they are oil
and water soluble.
Ethereal oils must be dissolved in some
product before being applied to the body or the face. A good choice for
mixing these oils with is almond-oil or the oil extracted from the pits of
the grapes or a neutral odorless cream.
The ethereal oils – always dissolved –
can be used in facial care as a face cream or a mask, in body care to fight
cellulite and stretch marks, and, as a moisturizing agent, in hair care to
provide nutrients, and in a special apparatus to aromatize a room.
Some of the most frequently used
ethereal oils and their properties are:
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Lavender: it’s an antiseptic, a
stimulant and it’s used to fight acne. It is the symbol for cleanliness
and tranquility.
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Chamomile: It is a tranquilizing
agent and it stimulates the secretion of endorphins. It also affects a
relaxing action on the skin.
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Rose: It is a calming agent and adds
a pleasing aroma in any space.
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Ylang-ylang: It emanates a sunny
flowery scent. It has calming properties; it enhances the mood and reduces
stress.
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Bergamot: It is a stimulant and an
antidepressant.
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Cedar: The cedar wood is warm, it
relaxes and fights cellulite.
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Basil: It energizes, it refreshes and
can be used as a tonic.
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