Essential oil is the Purest and Powerful form of natural plant based medicine.
I am in love with everything that makes me feel good because feeling good is the best feeling ever.
There are three ways of application of essential oil for therapeutic purpose-
- Ingestion
- Topical application
- Inhalation(I don't recommend ingestion as it is highly specific and should be taken for a limited period of time only under medical supervision)
Where as topical and inhalation are the safest ways of using essential oils in therapeutic form. - Topical-Pure essential oil molecular weight is less than 1000m and easily absorbed by the skin These compounds travel through the skin, enter the bloodstream and penetrate into the cells. - Inhalation-During inhalation it enters the bloodstream as it is absorbed by the blood vessels in the lungs, enters the nasal cavity and stimulates the limbic system of the brain.
Role of aromatherapy in stress management.
The aromatic compounds of the Essential Oils helps in stimulating the limbic system of the brain and Trigger emotional responses which regulate stress.
Limbic system is referred as the Emotional Nervous system.
Limbic system includes various structures that plays an important role in formation of memories, regulating behaviour, organising motor behaviour, emotional reactions and various other functions.
The scientifically proven fact of essential oils is that they effectively reduces the production of cortisol ,the stress hormone
They stimulates the production of endorphins like serotonin and dopamine which are considered to be the feel good hormones
Helps in clearing the brain fog
Reduces fatigue and exhaustion
They are used in treating panic attacks ,insomnia (sleeplessness) ,anxiety and various other medical conditions
Essential oils enhances Focus ,Positivity and has a soothing effect on heart and mind
5 safe and best essential oils for stress management
1.Frankincense oil
2. Lavender oil
3.Roman chamomile oil
4. Ylang ylang oil
5. Holy basil oil
Choose any of these options;
Night-time
Use a diffuser:
A diffuser can be used for 6 to 8 hours during daytime or go to sleep with a diffuser near you
Ylang ylang oil is very effective for insomnia
or,
Mix 5 drops of essential oil in 5 ml of coconut oil or sweet almond oil and massage at the neck region, area between nose and lips and foot for two to five minutes before sleep Two to three drops can be applied to the scalp region also
Morning- time
Steam inhalation
Add 5 to 6 drops of essential oil to the water and inhale the steam for 5 minutes(not more than 5 min)
Bath-time
Add 15 drops of essential oil to 1 cup of coconut milk or 1/2 cup of coconut/jojoba/avocado/olive/almond oil and mix this to bath water
Work-time
Add two to three drops of essential oil to the pocket handkerchief(Essential oils are volatile in nature so when exposed to air they tend to lose its properties). Inhale whenever needed at work.
This helps in decreasing fatigue instantly and make you feel better and lighter.
5 drops of essential oil can be mixed to approximately a spoon of body butter or any multi-purpose balms. Apply to your body and good to go ..
Essential oils are highly effective and hence dangerous when used inappropriately without an expert advice
It affects heart rate, blood pressure, blood clotting factors, CNS depressant drugs, hormone levels ,muscle contractions, immune responses and various metabolic functions.
So being well informed is the key.
Feel free to consult me- letbodyheal@gmail.com
Health and Happiness,
Dr.Deepika