Bath Essential Oils

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To be healthy and strong, it is not at all necessary to run tens of kilometers every day, although this is also useful. It is enough to go to the bathhouse once a week, steam with a birch broom and inhale the healing steam. This fact has been repeatedly proven by Russian scientists. Long-term studies with the participation of a group of people of different ages have confirmed that bath procedures, no worse than running, accelerate the blood, thereby improving blood flow and accelerating the body's recovery after illness. They are also extremely effective in the fight against malignant cancer cells, which are increasingly taking the lives of innocent people. But let's not talk about the bad! In order to enhance the effectiveness of bath procedures, experts recommend using essential oils. What aromatic liquids should you pay special attention to?

Juniper oil

Juniper essential oil has long been renowned for its healing properties. It is strongly advised to use it in cold weather, when there is a high risk of catching colds and flu, as well as as a part of complex therapy in the treatment of rhinitis, diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract. Inhalation of vapors with essential oil of juniper helps to liquefy and remove phlegm, improve the functioning of the respiratory system, soften the vocal cords.

Also, the oil extract is extremely useful for disturbed psychoemotional background. It relieves stress, depression, drives away negative thoughts, improves mood. The main thing is not to overdo it! Otherwise, close to dizziness and nausea. By itself, the aroma of the oil is very sharp, tart. It is characterized by persistent notes of resin mixed with smoke, spices, meadow and forest herbs. To slightly "pacify" the harshness, add only 4-5 drops of oil to a 1 liter bucket of water.

Sage oil

The tart, musky and cooling sage scent should take its place on the shelf in the sauna. Its positive aspects lie not only in the ability to increase immunity, which is very important in winter, but also to motivate even after failures for new exploits, relieve nervous tension, and eliminate depression. Also, sage oil extract is useful for the skin, especially oily and problematic types, because it can normalize the work of the sebaceous glands, heal acne and cleanse clogged pores. It will also help with psoriasis.

It should be noted that sage oil rarely causes allergic reactions, but it must be dosed carefully. It is impossible to use the product in its pure form, otherwise severe irritation, burning and redness of the skin may occur. So it is worth being careful with sage essential oil for those who are emotionally overexcited, have sleep problems (including insomnia), and suffer from hypertension. The fragrant oil extract is not recommended for expectant mothers and nursing women. For a bucket of water with a volume of 1 liter, for the prevention of colds and other ailments - 2 drops, for the treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract and skin - 4 drops.

Lemon oil

Lemon essential oil is often called the elixir of beauty and youth. Due to its unique rich composition, it has a positive effect on the skin: it helps to restore life-giving moisture, relieve dryness and flaking, smooth fine expression lines, and give a healthy, radiant shade. Lemon oil also has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system. For this reason, it is recommended to use it for respiratory tract infections, for example, bronchitis, tracheitis, sore throat. It is useful to breathe in pairs with lemon oil for colds, but always without fever.

It should be noted the ability of citrus oil extract to relieve feelings of anxiety and fear, eliminate signs of depression, increase stress resistance, and improve mood. Its vapor is especially useful for those who face serious physical and emotional stress on a daily basis, as well as for adolescents who are not confident in themselves. Lemon oil has a good effect on brain activity, memory and working capacity. It is recommended to add 4-5 drops of oil to a bucket of water with a volume of 1 liter.

Other oils

Also in the bath you can use the following oils: against colds, flu and diseases of the respiratory system - oils of anise, dill, pine; against puffiness - lemon balm and eucalyptus oils; to accelerate the healing of wounds and cuts - spruce and cedar oils; against skin aging and premature aging - oils of orange and damask rose; against dermatitis of various etiologies, psoriasis, frostbite and irritation of the skin - sea buckthorn, geranium, yarrow, blue chamomile and celandine oils; to increase libido (sexual desire) - sandalwood, jasmine, rosemary, bergamot and ylang-ylang oils.