Tea Tree Oil is one of the most valuable oils in aromatherapy. It is excellent for the removal of viruses, fungi, and bacteria, and is also frequently used for cosmetic purposes. Its application on the skin is multiple and effective. It is considered the most effective solution for acne treatment. For these purposes, it can be added to the face toner or applied directly to the problematic area. Added to the shampoo it removes dandruff and suppresses the scalp. Direct application or in the form of a bath is used in the treatment of various fungal infections.

Due to the deodorizing and antibacterial effect, this oil is an excellent choice for cleaning the house surfaces. Tea tree essential oil is beneficial for the elimination of insects, especially mosquitoes and flies. It stimulates the work of the immune system, has a soothing effect, facilitates coughing. This essential oil is especially useful for reduced immunity and fatigue. Rubbed into the chest and back, it can be useful in viral infections and can also be used as preventive care of the whole body after showering.

Tea Tree Essential Oil – Effects & Usage

Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

CHARACTERISTICS:

Plant: Melaleuca alternifolia L.
Smell: sharp and piercing
Method of obtaining oil: distillation
Part of the plant from which the oil is obtained: leaf
Main ingredients: terpinen 4-ol, gamma terpinen, alpha terpinen, p-Cymene

EFFECT:

Tea tree oil works soothing, and also helps with nervousness and shock state. It facilitates the resolution of suppressed trauma and emotions. Provides a sense of power and makes it easy to make decisions. It alleviates coughing and helps with colds, flu and bronchitis. It has an amazing force in combating infections. It is a powerful anti-virus, bacterial and fungal agent.

USAGE:

This oil is known as one of the most powerful herbal antiseptics. For cosmetic purposes, its application on the skin is multiple. It is often a component of a solution for flushing the right and left cavity, as well as for hair care and against louse. This product is helpful in healing infections of the lining of the cavity, acne, herpes, dandruff, burns (and from the sun), rash, infected wounds, fungi, ulcers, insect bites, nipples.
It also helps in the fight against bronchitis and laryngitis as well as asthma and sore throat and very effective in rheumatism and muscle pain. Mix it with lavender, rosemary and citrus oils and you will not mix it wrong. Do not apply directly to the skin, it should be mixed with some vegetable oil (almond, coconut, olive, castor oil, wheat germ oil, jojoba oil, avocado oil) first. It is also very effective as a natural repellant. The oil refuses not only mosquitoes but also louse, ants and many other insects.

WARNING:

If you use tea tree essential oil properly, it does not cause any harmful consequences but is not recommended in pregnancy and for children up to 6 years of age. Do not use on sensitive skin because it can cause irritation. Do not apply directly to the skin and mucous membranes. Not for oral use. Keep protected from light and heat, out of the reach of children.

As we all know, aromatherapy is a branch of alternative medicine that uses essential oils and herbal extracts to treat various health problems. We have already written about more popular types of oils and now we want to present less popular, but still equally beneficial essential oils.

1. Rosemary Oil (Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil)

Benefits of Rosemary Oil

Extremely aromatic plant, rosemary is used to make an essential oil that has a very wide application in aromatherapy. This oil stimulates hair follicles and scalp microcirculation and it is often used in shampoos for hair growth and for preventing hair fall. Added to your cream, it alleviates the problems with eczema and dermatitis. It also suppresses the excessive secretion of fat and prevents the formation of acne. If you chose to use it in the form of inhalation, rosemary might help you to lower stress hormone. This way, it alleviates headaches and pain in the muscles and joints. A few drops of rosemary essential oil added to an aroma lamp improves concentration and memory.

2. Vetiver Oil  (Vetiveria Zizanoides)

Benefits of Vetiver Oil

This is a perennial plant, grass of deadless leaves and very fragrant roots. It originates from southern India, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka. Vetiver essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of dry and chopped roots and the island of Java is one of the largest producers. The oil calms the nervous system and is called the “oil of peace” due to its soothing effect. It is used against stress and exhaustion, oily skin, acne, for the prevention of wrinkles, stria and scars. It also stimulates the venous circulation. The Vetiver oil is very often used in the production of perfumes, its intense scent is a combination of woody, sweet, grassy and earthy notes.

3. Ginger Oil (Zingiber Officinale)

Benefits of Ginger Oil

Smoothly sweet fragrance, essential oil of ginger is yellow colored and is obtained by distilling fresh rhizomes. Ginger is a proven solution to many health problems and its oil massage can be great to relieve pain in the joints and muscles. It has the ability to heat and stimulate, it is ideal for cold weather, against colds and nausea. This oil acts analgesic, sedative, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, diuretic (it stimulates urination, removes excess water from the body). It is used in respiratory organs infections, removes nausea (especially for pregnant women in the first months of pregnancy, as well as in the driving disorder), improves digestion, helps with menstrual problems. Strengthens immunity and improves circulation, cleanses the body, helps with blood vessel blocking (in combination with white onions), relieves rheumatic pains in the muscles and joints, successfully works against colds, flu, fever, sinus inflammation (inhalation). Improves mood, memory, and energy. Ginger oil is a mild aphrodisiac and it is also used in the treatment of alcoholism. It helps with loss of appetite and poor digestion.

4. Cypress Oil (Cupressus Sempervirens)

Benefits of Cypress Oil

This uncommon essential oil has lots of beneficial health properties and which are best shown in cases when we need to substitute medicaments with natural products. It originates from the Middle East, North Africa and the Mediterranean. Cypress trees are low and evergreen with smaller, rounded and woody stacks. The flowers are also small with scaly leaves. Cypress oil is obtained from young twigs and needles of the plant, which are then distilled to produce essential oil of fresh, pure and refreshing scent.

This rare essential oil has some amazing properties, most of them related to medical problems healing.

It has antiseptic and antibacterial activity.Inhalation with cypress oil reduces respiratory infections. Diluted in water and scattered throughout the body it acts as a natural deodorant, which prevents the formation of unpleasant odors and raises mood and energy. A few drops of cypress oil in the softener will give you a pleasant smell and will destroy the bacteria. A few drops on a handkerchief next to the pillow will reduce the nervousness, anxiety and symptoms of insomnia.

5. Red Mandarin Oil (Citrus reticulata)

Benefits of Uncommon Essential Oils

The essential oil of mandarin is also called “oil of children’s joy” because of its calming effect and characteristic and for its cheerful smell. It contains small amounts of N-methyl anthranilate showing strong soothing properties, thus it reduces restlessness, especially in hyperactive children. It is very helpful in nervousness, stress, depression, and insomnia, when it can be applied dermally (in oily blends and pure drops on the wrist or solar plexus).

This oil is very mild so it can be applied to infants and babies in a diffuser (in a sleeping room for better sleep) or in oil-based mixtures for body care (of course, at the appropriate concentration). It is also a mild spasmolytic and a digestive tonic, and it is also used in the symptomatic treatment of rhinitis, asthma or allergies.

Red mandarine oil is a great addition to blend sterilizers during pregnancy. It is less known, but it also benefits oily skin because it regulates sebum secretion and revitalizes the skin with enlarged and clogged pores.

As you can see, all of these amazing uncommon essential oils can do so much for our health. We hope you will decide to use some of them in order to help yourself by using natural products. But, be careful and inform yourself about the eventual side effects of each one of these amazing products.

They are used in aromatherapy in various forms, to improve mood, treat various health problems and in cosmetics. Put a few drops in your favorite bath and enjoy yourself in beautiful aromas that will revitalize you. Essential oils can also be used with scented candles or as a fragrance for your interior. They are also used for massage. These amazing oils are extracts from aromatic plants obtained from flowers, dried buds, leaves, stems, bark, vegetable resins, seeds, fruits. Various methods are used such as distillation, extraction. We already wrote about some of them in our blog but now we want to present to you some of the best quality and most expensive essential oils on the market. Enjoy the journey and learn more about these beautiful natural products:

The Most Expensive Essential Oils

 1. Rose Essential Oil

This is one of the most famous and valuable oils in the world. In order to get one kilogram of these precious substances, it takes four tons of roses. No other herb in history has caused more sighs than the official queen of all flowers – rose. Its oil is obtained by distillation of fresh petals with water vapor and contains over three components, of which the most common are citronellol, geraniol, nerol, phenylethanol and stearoptene. Learn more about one of this lovely herb in the following article: Rosa Damascena (Bulgarian Rose)

2. Agarwood Oil

Agarwood oil, also known as Oud oil, Aloeswood oil, and by other names, depending on the location, is an extremely rare and valuable natural oil obtained from several species of Agarwood (Aquilaria sp.) Trees. It originates from northeastern India, Bhutan and parts of Southeast Asia – in particular, Vietnam and Cambodia – the Philippines and Indonesia, including Papua New Guinea. The essential oil of agarwood has a very long history of medical use, as a valuable component of incense, and as an aromatic oil. There are several types of agar, and the most important species are Aquilaria agollocha, A. malaccensis and A. crassna. Aquilaria malaccensis is endangered and protected throughout the world under the CITES Convention, and A. crassna is listed as endangered by the Vietnamese government.

This multi-beneficial oil gives balance to the skin, revitalizes it, it can cure burns, skin diseases caused by viruses. It is also known as an aphrodisiac and is very efficient as a treatment for depression, and tumors of the lungs and stomach.

Because of all of its properties, and the fact that it is one of the rarest and most precious woods in the world, the price of agarwood oils varies from aloeswood that costs as little as $20 a kilogram, while the finest oud was distilled from wood that today has a starting price of $50,000 per kilogram.

 3. Neroli Essential Oil (Citrus aurantium ssp. amara) 

Bitter Orange Blossom is highly antidepressant, antiseptic, tonic, spasmodic, fungicidal, healing and sedative. One of the most precious and rare oils in aromatherapy. It is used in many popular perfumes, including the famous and seductive Chanel N°5.

It got its name by a princess, Anne Marie Orsini, princess of Nerola, Italy, who lived in the 17th century. This lady was the first to use and introduce this product, which is made from the blossom of the bitter orange tree and has a honey-like sweetness to it with some spicy tone. The prize for this oil is ‘royal’ too, it costs around $140 for 5-ml or $1.40 per drop.

Oil of Neroli

4. Sandalwood Essential Oil‎

The oil of sandalwood is extracted by steam distillation from the remains of the wood with the same name. Due to the richness of antioxidants, it is added to skincare products because it slows down the process of aging and relaxation of the skin. Diluted in vegetable oil is used to massage the body, as it affects the relaxation of the muscles and relieving cramps. It establishes a spiritual balance.

Used in cosmetics, perfume making, and Ayurvedic medicine, this product is recommended by many experts. Considering this tree is produced only in India and that it is the second-most expensive tree in the world, and especially because the process of making the oil is pretty complicated, its prize is pretty high – for 30 grams you will have to pay around $500.

Oil Sandalwood

 5. Melissa Essential Oil

Our personal fav, the product we personally produce and have already written about a lot in our previous articles. Here are the most important Facts about Melissa oil and why it is expensive.

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 6. Ylang-Ylang essential oil (Cananga Odorata flower oil)

It is obtained by steam distillation from tropical tree flowers from the Annonaceae family, grown on only a few islands in the Indian Ocean. In the Philippines, people mixed scented flowers with coconut oil and used this blend for their hair and body. The ylang-ylang fragrance is intensely sweet. The extraction procedure is done in several fractions, and the most quality ones are mainly used for perfumes making.

The oil of ylang-ylang is most often used for depression and squalor, panic and sexual problems – its relaxing properties create an incentive atmosphere. It also lowers blood pressure, soothes heart palpitations, tachycardia, relaxes, and soothes fear and anger.

Effects on spirit:

Brings peace to the troubled spirit! This is priceless, don’t you agree?

Essential Oil of Ylang-Ylang

7. Jasmine Essential Oil

Last, but not least. We want to end this article with the King of essential oils. Read more about it here: Jasmine oil – King of Essential oils

The price for this ”King” is also king worthy – $103.00 for 5-ml or $1.03 per drop.

Jasmine Oil-Most Expensive Oils

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CHARACTERISTICS

Herb: Eucalyptus globulus

Scent: fruity fresh, balmy, refreshing

How to obtain oil: distillation

Part of the plant from which oil is obtained: leaf

Main Ingredients: 1.8 – cineol, alpha-pinene, limonene, p-cymene

The fresh smell that is recognized by everyone. The herb that is used for various, primarily breathing problems. If you need to select 5 essential oils that you will always have in your home, the one made from eucalyptusshould be on that list. Only a few drops of the oil in an aroma lamp very effectively disinfect the air, so it is especially valuable during the epidemic of flu and colds.

Eucalyptus globulus is a mixture of eucalyptol, camphene, pinene, and there are also species dominated by citral. The plant strongly affects breathing. It increases the amount of oxygen in the cells, thanks to its action on red blood cells. It also helps the binding of oxygen in the lungs and the regeneration of the lungs.

This beneficial oil is a proven drug in the case of colds, nausea, influenza, and sinus inflammation. For the treatment of respiratory organs, it is used in the form of inhalations, in aroma lamps or in the form of liners that are placed on the chest. This plant is good medicine for throat inflammation. It lowers blood sugar levels and helps people suffering from urinary infections.

Interesting Fact

This plant has been used as a cure for malaria in the past. There are two good reasons for this: the antiseptic and antimicrobial effect of this essential oil and the fact that this impressive tree draws water from the soil, so it is ideal for planting in wet areas where malaria occurs. Eucalyptus leaves are the favorite food of the koala bears.

Like the lemon balm, this is one of the most effective herbal remedies for herpes simplex infections. Also, the eucalyptus essential oil is a good cure for insect bites. In combination with plum, lavender, rosemary or angelic, it is a good remedy against rheumatism, bone pain, joints, and muscles.


Benefits of Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Effect

The essential oil of eucalyptus purifies space, increases energy and strength. It also increases the feeling of self-confidence and gives the courage to face problems. It alleviates the problems associated with throat infections and headaches that accompany the sinuses. Extremely refreshes rooms and repels insects.

Usage of Eucalyptus oil

This oil soothes the rheumatic pains and pains of pre-muscled muscles and inflamed tendons. It is also used in rheumatoid arthritis, where it helps to remove toxins from the joints. Rubbing the mixture on the problematic parts of the body is a very good way of using this oil. The product is also effective against caries, inflammation of lumbar infections. It is, therefore, the active ingredient of toothpaste, breath recoveries, and other dental hygiene products.

The amazing product obtained from this herb is very good for the treatment of oily skin and scalp. It helps with contagious road infections and also soothes the symptoms of flu, reduces mucus viscosity and makes it easier to cough. It is an excellent lipolytic (it acts on subcutaneous fatty tissue) and is used in cosmetic preparations for the treatment of cellulite. Its effect increases in combination with the ethereal oil of tea tree, and it combines well with the ethereal oils of lavender, lemon, and wrinkle. A mixture of this with some vegetable oil (almond, coconut, olive, Ricinus, wheat germ, jojoba, avocado) is a great combination.

Warning

Do not use on susceptible skin because it can cause irritation. It is not recommended in pregnancy and for children up to 6 years. Do not apply directly to the skin and mucous membranes. Not for oral use. Keep protected from light and heat, out of the reach of children.

This essential oil, which is often called ”the king of essential oils” comes from the jasmine flower. It has a sweet, floral and pleasant smell and a typical density (similar to almond oil). Jasmine is a common ingredient of perfumes and it is also used in the form of syrups, teas, as well as, the already mentioned, essential oils.

Interesting fact:

Laboratory research has found that the smell of jasmine and its essential oil calms the mice at which experiments were carried out. The animals stopped doing what they did at the same time they smelled the oil.

Brain scanning actually helped researchers to determine the effect of jasmine smell on one type of chemical and noticed that it relieves anxiety. Professor Hans Het said that the results published in a Journal (Journal of Biological Chemistry) can be “seen as evidence of the scientific basis for aromatherapy.”

Jasmine Oil Benefits

Jasmine oil will help you to alleviate colds, suppress cough, it is very efficient with fighting all lung disorders, respiratory infections, and even snoring. As it relaxes the muscles, it is excellent for the treatment and relaxation of cramps, it provides quick elimination of spasmodic cough and even respiratory arrest and asthma.

Jasmine aroma stimulates the release of serotonin, which raises energy, mood, and positive perception, and stimulates creativity and imagination. Thus, it will successfully suppress negative emotions such as anger, sorrow, guilt, pessimism, mistrust, insecurity, and even some types of phobias. Even with postpartum depression, gout and arthritis, this oil will also work beneficially. Therefore, it is also excellent in the treatment of some addiction diseases, as well as in the treatment of anorexia.

If you have problems with menopause, regulation, and painful menstruation cycles, jasmine essential oil will regulate these types of problems. It is thought to even increase fertility. In many cultures, and especially in traditional Chinese medicine, it was valued as a fantastic aphrodisiac. It is used to stimulate libido, in case of sexual disorders, frigidity, impotence, premature ejaculation because jasmine oil affects the hormones and therefore restores these problems in balance. It is considered that if you use a mixture of jasmine and sandalwood oil, it will prolong the sexual life of a man for many years.

Uses and Benefits Jasmine Oil

The ”king of oils” has antiseptic, antiviral, and other beneficial properties. This amazing oil eliminates potential tetanus infections. It will help with painful muscles after training, as well as during spraying.

The oil will perfectly nourish your skin. It is especially recommended for the care of very dry skin, which is sensitive and irritated. Jasmine essential oil will soften your rash and inflammation and will restore your skin’s elasticity and protect against wrinkles (some people call it anti-aging oil), scars, and stretch marks during pregnancy. It will help you with dermatitis and eczema.

In addition to being known to relax the body, it also relaxes the psyche. With this oil, you will raise your mood, solve fears and anxiety. It is a great solution for insomnia. It will relax you and you will be able to sink into sleep more easily. You will raise your confidence with its use. When you breathe in the oil, it will strengthen and maintain memory as well as concentration.

Jasmine Oil Uses

A good way to use this oil is to add a few drops to your bath or shower gel. You can put it on the back and moisturize behind the ear shell as well. This way, you will calm yourself down and lift your positive mood. Baths made of jasmine essential oil will surely help you to easily get rid of insomnia. This is because its sedative molecules enter the blood through the lungs. This way they can replace medications. Even German scientists have found that the jasmine oil in a molecular composition is similar to valium, as it reduces the sense of discomfort and affects the elimination of insomnia.

Precautionary measures:

People who suffer from low blood pressure should avoid using this essential oil. It is not recommended for pregnant women and those who are allergic to jasmine too.

Essential oils market is one of the biggest in aromatherapy area. Lots of producers and exporters are participating in main events related to this field. These events are a great opportunity to promote products, companies and a great way to meet the competition, to create quality contacts and cooperate with other companies and manufacturers in the field. These fairs are also good to attend, in order to keep in touch with the latest news in the market and keep up with the trends. We did some research and found some of the biggest and most popular ones.

Important essential oil events for 2019

  1. IFEAT 2019 Bali Conference(International Federation of Essential Oils and Aroma Trades)

This major event will take place in Bali, Indonesia, and the conference will be held from 29th September – 3rd October 2019. The conference’s theme will be “Naturals of Asia”. As we all know, this continent is the origin of many herbs and plants, especially Southeastern and Eastern Asia. Indonesia is the ”paradise” for herbs because it is located just below the equatorial waters of the Indian Ocean.

The program will focus on essential oils and other F&F ingredients coming from Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Vietnam.

The Nusa Dua, Bali conference will include a forum where representatives from all over the globe will have the chance to exchange ideas and offerings, to inform more about latest aromatherapy trends and to interact and contribute this industry in general.

Aromatherapy Events

2. 5th Global Summit on Herbals and Traditional Medicine

The summit will be organized around the theme “Unwinding Nature’s Recipes for Health”. It will take place on August 14-15, 2019 Auckland, New Zealand. This will be a great opportunity for participants from all over the globe, herbalists, alternative and complementary medicine practitioners, researchers in the field of Phytomedicine, Pharmacognosy, Ayurveda, Naturopathy, people who believe in natural remedies to explore their research, case studies and practitioners of natural medicine at Herbals Summit 2019.

3. 2019 AIA International Conference

The Alliance of International Aromatherapists organizes their 7th Biennial International Aromatherapy Conference and Wellness Expo. It will be held September 26-29, 2019 at the Doubletree by Hilton Minneapolis-Park Place in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This year’s conference theme will be Building Bridges: The Future of Aromatics in Integrative Healthcare” and it will include topics like Holistic Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy in clinical settings, Aromatherapeutic cancer care. Other important topics will also be the essential oil use in clinical settings, the benefits of essential oils in pain reduction, mental health and cancer care. This conference is mainly organized to connect aromatherapy experts from all around the world to unite forces and knowledge and to bring conventional medicine and natural therapies, with emphasis on professional Aromatherapy, into a more harmonious relationship.

We have already visited a couple of big essential oil related events this year. These two are the ones that we think deserve to be mentioned in this article as well:

BIOFACH-VIVANESS 2019. 13 – 16 February 2019 | Nuremberg, Germany

BIOFACH – World´s Leading Trade Fair for Organic Food’s 

VIVANESS – International Trade Fair for Natural and Organic Personal Care

This major event is one of the biggest, most inspiring and interesting ones. This is a fantastic opportunity for all the exhibitors and visitors to get to know the organic and cosmetics market and producers. BIOFACH-VIVANESS in the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg is the place where people share their passionate interest in organic food and natural personal care, get to know each other and exchange views since 1990.

Aromatherapy Events

In-Cosmetics 2019. 02 – 04 April 2019 | Paris, France

In-Cosmetics, The leading global business event for personal care ingredients

This group has a mission to help the global personal care ingredient community to learn, interact and conduct business. Manufacturers from 4 continents and 120 countries meet here. The in-cosmetics Group connects 1,800+ suppliers of ingredients, fragrances, lab equipment, testing and regulatory solutions with 34,500+ cosmetic industry professionals. Their goals are to educate, to connect, to drive new project development…

We hope that you gеt interested in some of these amazing events аnd that you’d decide to attend some of them to become a part of the beautiful world of aromatherapy, organic products, and natural cosmetics. We will continue to inform you about the events related to the market so stay tuned! 🙂

Menthol is the most famous ingredient of peppermint essential oil. It causes a pleasant feeling of cooling and reduces painful irritation, and momentarily removes pain and cramps in the muscles. There are certain receptors in the mouth that respond to the menthol, therefore, this ingredient creates a feeling of refreshment. It is a great addition to toothpaste, mouthwashes, chewing gums, breathing agents, tobacco substitutes, throat lozenges, ointments, and creams to relieve muscle pain. Menthol also works against viruses, bacteria, and fungi, but since it has stronger antimicrobial agents, it’s not used for this purpose. The largest number of plants with a strong antimicrobial effect are from the family of sores (sage/salvia, oregano, basil, thyme) and mint.

A pleasant way to enjoy the mint in the summer months is to make ice cubes with a peppermint flavor. You can do this by placing the mint leaves in a bowl for ice making and pour water over them. Another way is to have a Mojito instead. 🙂

We wrote about some of the most important benefits of peppermint essential oil in our last article and

Here are some more health benefits of the oil:

Improves the concentration and raises the level of energy

Its aroma and power give the energy to withstand long hours at work or when you are exhausted, and it is very effective in chronic fatigue.

It facilitates respiratory breathing

Inhalation with this beneficial oil successfully relief painful inflammation in the throat. It also has mucolytic properties, it’s breaking the dense secretion, facilitating its ejection and can help a lot with colds, coughs, and bronchitis. In the season of pollen allergy, you can mix the peppermint, eucalyptus and carnation oils in your diffuser and thus reduce the symptoms of allergy by inhaling.

Against nausea

Mint can be very helpful with nausea and vomiting and it is especially suitable for kinetosis (having these same symptoms while driving).

It lowers fever

Due to the natural effect of cooling that the essential oil of peppermint has, it has been very effective in lowering the body temperature. Simply mix it with a few drops of coconut oil and massage your feet in order to lower the temperature.

Repellent against insects

Regardless of whether you have a rash or not, a little etheric mint mixed with lavender and another carrier oil such as coconut can significantly reduce itching and soothe irritated skin, while simultaneously cooling the treated section.

Antibacterial effect

In addition to wild oregano, cinnamon, and thyme oil, peppermint belongs to the essential oils which are a strong rival in the fight against infections caused by resistant bacteria that have the ability to produce biofilm. Ticks are not the only insects that hate mint. The oil is also effective against ants, spiders, mosquitoes, cockroaches, and mice. If you plan to spend some nice spring days in nature, make sure to have your natural repellent for ticks and mosquitoes:

Place 10-15 drops of essential oil of peppermint in 20ml distilled water and place the mixture in a spray bottle. Before going out of the house, shake your mixture and sprinkle through the open parts of the skin.

Eliminates stress, refreshes the body and removes headaches

Mint improves circulation and relaxes tense muscles. Normally, these conditions could cause a headache and the essential oil of peppermint is an extraordinary natural remedy for headache. A study conducted at a Neurology Clinic in Germany showed that the combination of oils, including peppermint oil, applied locally has a strong analgesic and relaxing effect.

As we can conclude from our last two articles dedicated to this amazing oil, the fragrance of peppermint essential oil refreshes, regenerates, mentally stimulates. It’s light and clean. It works antiseptic, refreshing, analgesic. Increases body resistance, calms down inflammation, lowers temperature. Is there anything this plant cannot do for our health?! It is, without any doubt, one of the most beneficial and used herbs today.

If you have not had an essential oil of peppermint in your household so far, it’s time to put it in your personal pharmacy. Mint is one of the most popular herbs in the world and it is used in European countries for centuries.
However, neither ancient Japanese nor Chinese medicine remained immune to the medicinal properties of this plant. It is also mentioned in Greek mythology, which tells how Pluto transformed the nymph Ment into the plant because of his great love for her. All he wanted is people to appreciate her forever. Mint’s health benefits are also recorded on papyrus dating from the period of ancient Egyptians and Pharaohs.

Mentha piperita is the most important species of the Mentha genus because it contains the largest amount of medicinal substances. Peppermint has a very pleasant scent, especially its leaves because they contain most of the plant’s essential oil, from which, in fact, we get the most of its health benefits. Peppermint essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the fresh above-ground parts of the bouquet. The specific scent that refreshes and cools comes from the most important active substance of Mentha piperita, menthol, but besides it, this medicinal plant also contains other useful ingredients, which makes its effect multifaceted and versatile, and its application very wide. Numerous minerals and nutrients including manganese, iron, magnesium, calcium, folate, potassium and copper are all contained in this herb. It is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin A and vitamin C.

Peppermint Oil Usage

Suitable for both oral and inhalation usage and locally on the skin, essential peppermint oil, along with the lavender essential oil, has the broadest application of all essential oils. When applied on the skin it has a cooling effect and a calming effect on the body, which reduces muscle tension. It also has pronounced antibacterial properties so it can help with breathing and digestive problems. Experts recommend this oil when a person suffers from nausea and because of his soothing effect on the gastrointestinal system it calms muscle spasms and prevents vomiting.

Health benefits of essential oil of peppermint

It improves digestion, reduces bloating and stomach cramps

Peppermint essential oil naturally reduces the spasm of the intestine, relaxes the stomach muscles and in this way reduces the occurrence of spills and gases.

Mitigates the nervous intestines symptoms

Studies have shown that thanks to a high percentage of menthol, the oil reduces the irritable bowel symptoms disease because it relaxes the smooth muscles of the intestine and relieves abdominal cramps. During the study, the symptoms decreased by 50% in 75% of the subjects.

It refreshes the breath and reduces the formation of caries

Mint is great if you are fighting bad breath. According to the research, peppermint essential oil showed better results than any synthetic flushing agent based on alcohol and fluoride, both against unpleasant breathing and for maintaining oral hygiene.

For healthy and nourished hair

Peppermint essential oil improves circulation, especially if you apply it to the skin of the head. That’s why people often use it as an ingredient in many hair products. Mint is useful for hair follicle regeneration and stimulation of hair growth. It opens the pores and allows the skin of the head to breathe. Due to its pronounced antiseptic effect, it can help with dandruff and seborrhea.

Tip: Add 2 drops of peppermint oil and 5 drops of lavender oil in 2 tablespoons of warm coconut oil.Lubricate the hair and head with the mixture and let it stand for 15 minutes, then wash your hair with a mild plant shampoo (ex. nettles).

It relaxes muscles and reduces joint pain

The essential oil of peppermint is very effective in relaxing muscles and against pain. It is especially helpful for pain in the back and spine, headaches and painful inflammation of the muscles. When your joints hurt, mix the oil with lavender oil and some of the base oils (jojoba, coconut) and you will get great results. Although the mint has a cooling effect, this combination at the same time calms and reduces pain.

Stay tuned! There are some more benefits of this amazing oil which we would present in our next article…

If you are into aromatherapy, or just simply want to feel good and smell nice, then you will probably want to use a perfume made from essential oils. The perfumes made from essential oils, besides the scent, have a therapeutic effect, so that, apart from the fine fragrance, you can relax with perfumes, fill yourself with energy, and even purify the respiratory tract.

Indeed, essential oils help balance the body, mind, and spirit. When we smell something, olfactory receptors send a message to the limbic system which is associated with our feelings, mood, and instincts. Knowing that fragrances are related to our memories and feelings, we can accordingly associate them as a personal benefit. Each aroma and scent can create a specific psycho-emotional effect and provide healing therapeutic properties. All in all, perfumes can give us a completely holistic experience.

Take a look at some of the most used essential oils that can be used to make perfumes:

  1.  Jasmine Essential Oil
  2.  Lavender
  3.  Rose petal
  4.  Lemon Balm (Melissa)
  5.  Bergamot

1. Jasmine

The use of jasmine is relatively limited. It is mainly used for perfumes making. Its smell works down on the human psyche and also has the properties of an aphrodisiac. The aroma of the oil is sweet and relaxing. Jasmine essential oil combines nicely with citrus fruits, charcoal oils such as blue cypress and sandalwood.

2. Lavender

One of the most popular medicinal herbs spread all over the Mediterranean. Bulgaria is the largest producer of this amazing herb. The name “lavender” is “followed” by the Latin ‘lavar’ because it was a custom for the Romans to put lavender leaves and flowers in the water before bathing. Famous for its medicinal properties, lavender has always been used for wound healing and pain relief. Lavender has an intense floral-wood scent, its spectrum is quite wide, more precise it could be described as a floral, grassy, balm, woody with notes of camphor. The lavender essence is obtained by steam distillation of fresh flowers. Read more about this multi-beneficial herb here: Lavender Essential Oil, Usage and Benefits

3. Rose petal

The goddess of the Flora created a beautiful flower and it smacked the entire Olympus with its smell. None of the Gods was indifferent, but all of them crucified to give something to this gentle plant.

Aphrodite gave it name and beauty, Dionysus sweet nectar, three cherries of charm, and the western wind Zefir took off the clouds so that Apollo could approach it. And the rose from the touch of the most beautiful among the gods began to bloom.

One day, 5,000 years ago, rose found its way to humans, and her first earthly habitat was China. From there, it spread across all world gardens and then settled in soaps, creams, and perfumes.

Rose-based preparations tighten the skin, restore her youth and shine, and they also have healing properties. The rose petals bath is soothing, while the coats are excellent for tired and swollen feet.

Perfumes made from Fragrance Oils

4. Melissa (Lemon Balm)

We are so proud to be one of the main producers of this beautiful herb and its essential oil, which is known for its healing and aromatherapy properties. You can check more about Melissa oil and its benefits in the following article: Top 5 Benefits of Using Melissa Essential Oil

5. Bergamot

Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) is one of the most popular raw materials in making perfumes. This little tree, named after the town of Bergamo in the north of Italy, is grown exclusively for the production of a fragrant essential oil that dominates many, both female and male perfumes. The most famous oil is produced in Calabria, in the south of Italy. Aromatherapists claim that it is of great help to people who are not interested in life and everyone who does not have enough self-confidence.
The fresh citrus aroma of bergamot oil, with mild floral admixture, is well combined with almost all scents, especially sandalwood, lavender, jasmine, and gardenia. Essential oils of bergamot are well combined with other citrus oils, from lemon to grapefruit, and a particularly seductive combination is obtained by mixing with rose or geranium. Perfumery bergamot is mostly used in floral, woody, and oriental compositions.

Imperial pear, as bergamot is also called, the fruit of the crossing of pearl lemon and Seville orange, improves mood and defends the body against stress. Modern perfume alchemists say that the morning is the best time of the day to use this perfume. This way, we will be in a good mood all day. Does this claim have a scientific basis? Probably not. Should we try it? Probably yes. The sunny scent on a sunny morning will probably elicit the sun on our faces too.

No matter which of these fragrance oils you prefer and use, all of them are simply divine. A couple of drops can make your day brighter and lighter.

Plant: Ocimum basilicum L.
Odor: fresh, spicy with balsamic notes
Method of obtaining: distillation
Part of the plant from which the oil is obtained: the whole plant
Main ingredients: linalool, eugenol

Basil is an aromatic plant that originally comes from India, and it is known as a welcoming symbol and by the name ”Tulsi”. It was brought to Europe by the monks. The Orthodox Church, the Hindus, and many other religions believe that the plant has divine power. The Basil is derived from the Greek word “basilicum” which means royal. The Romans believed that a man would always love a woman from whom he received basil. Today the basil essential oil is mostly used to eliminate various types of cramps in the body. It is also a very effective spasmolytic and efficiently relieves cramps in painful periods, cramps in the muscles after strenuous training and strong physical efforts. Its oil also works well on intestinal cramps, regardless of their actual source.

Usage of Basil Oil

How you can use the Basil essential oil:

As a Natural repellent

Basil is very effective as a natural repellant. Repels flies, mosquitoes, and wasps, therefore it is very suitable to make an aqueous solution of basil oil during the summer period and use it as a spray gun on this matter. In addition, essential oil of basil disinfects the air and refreshes it in spaces like offices where many people work because it prevents the spread of respiratory infections.

For massages

Add 100 drops of the oil to 100ml edible oil such as olive, coconut, sunflower (gradually increasing the number of drops to receive the desired effect). Rub it on clean and damp skin two to three times a day.

For wet inhalation

3-4 drops of basil oil dissolved in half a liter of hot water. Inhale a couple of times, for 3-5 minutes.

For dry inhalation

Put one drop of essential basil oil on a tissue paper, then breathe it in for a few minutes.

Essential Oil for Bath 

100 gr of sea salt add to 3-5 drops of basil oil. Mix it with hot water. Rinse the skin well after treatment. It is suitable for painful periods, cramps, respiratory illnesses, and mental fatigue.

To refresh the rooms and as a repellent

Place 3-4 drops of the oil in a diffuser or aroma lamp.

Precaution measures

The proper use of the essential oil does not cause any harmful consequences, however, it is not recommended for pregnant women, nursing children and children under 6 years of age. Do not use it on sensitive skin because it can cause irritation. Do not apply it directly to the skin and mucous membranes. Not for oral use! Keep protected from light and heat, and also out of the reach of children.

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