The funniest thing about aromatherapy is that we can make an endless number of mixtures, indicated for each type of ailment. But first you have to know the effects of essential oils have been used since ancient times to treat diseases and in beauty products. These wonderful oils possess many beneficial properties. Each essential oil has its own identity, aroma and characteristics.
Orange essential oil
Orange flowers (enroll): used as a sedative, antidepressant and anti-inflammatory. It is recommended in cases of depression, low self-esteem, insomnia, stress and premenstrual syndrome.
Chamomile essential oil
Chamomile: used as a sedative, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antidepressant. It is recommended for allergies, stress, insomnia, headaches, acne, colic, flatulence and indigestion.
Peppermint essential oil
Peppermint: used as an antispasmodic, expectorant and stimulant. It is recommended in cases of colic, flatulence, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, sinus congestion, catarrh and mental fatigue.
Sandalwood essential oil
Sandalwood: used as a sedative, antiseptic, expectorant, and antidepressant. It is recommended in cases of eczema, psoriasis, stress, insomnia, depression and premenstrual syndrome.
Eucalyptus essential oil
Eucalyptus: used as an antiseptic, anti-allergy and antidepressant. It is recommended in cases of acne, allergies, stress, headaches, premenstrual syndrome, depression, sprains, pain, aches and flu.
Rose essential oil
Pink: used as an antiseptic, sedative and antidepressant. It is recommended in cases of sinus congestion, stress, depression, anorexia nervosa, capillary weakness, poor circulation, insomnia, menstrual problems, and problems related to menopause.
Lavender essential oil
Lavender: used as a sedative, antidepressant, and antiseptic. It is recommended in cases of stress, diseases of the digestive system, headaches, migraines, burns, bites and acne.
Rosemary essential oil
Rosemary: It is used as a stimulant, decongestant and as an analgesic. It is recommended in cases of nasal congestion, colds, circulatory diseases, stress, musculoskeletal pain and pain in general.
Tea essential oil
Tea tree: used as an antiseptic and bactericidal agent. It is recommended for acne, insect bites, wounds, herpes simplex, athlete’s foot, lice, scabies, dandruff, as well as coughs and colds.