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24/06/2018

CAMELINA OIL—-Properties
Camelina oil has certain therapeutic and healing properties. [1]

Antioxidant – Camelina oil is a strong antioxidant because of the high Vitamin E content.
Emollient – It moisturizes the skin.
Anti-Inflammatory – It strongly inhibits inflammation both topically and when used internally.
Anti-arthritic – Because of its high omega – 3 content, it can be used to alleviate pain in arthritis.
Hair Conditioner – It can be used as a hot oil treatment for hair.
Immune booster – Because of the high Vitamin E content, it boosts the immune system.
Color, Taste and Aroma

Camelina oil has a golden, somewhat olive oil like color. Surprisingly, it tastes like almond oil. Its aroma is herbaceous with some nutty tones.

Health Benefits
Camelina oil offers brilliant nutrition. Along with this, its healing properties make it useful for a number of conditions.

1. Camelina oil for Skin
Camelina oil can be used as a massage oil for the skin. Because it has a nice mild aroma, it feels good during the massage. It provides ample amount of Vitamin E and omega fatty acids directly to the skin. These moisturize the skin and prevent it from free radical damage. One can perform this massage regularly to get healthier, smooth and well moisturized skin.

06/08/2017

Geranium Oil Uses and Benefits
Essential Oil Spotlight

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Geranium Oil Product Description
Used as a beautifying agent in Ancient Egyptian times, Geranium oil is extracted from the entire geranium plant. The uses and benefits of this beautiful plant are highly versatile and are used to boost the appearance of skin and hair. Geraniums are valued in the perfume industry for their floral scent. Inhaling Geranium oil’s sweet aroma can support emotions by creating a calming and grounding effect. Its aroma can also help lessen feelings of stress and calm nerves. The beautifying properties of Geranium oil can be used to promote healthy-looking hair and skin. When applied topically to the body, this floral oil promotes the appearance of clear skin. The benefits of Geranium can also be in seen in both dry and oily hair and can be used to give hair a vibrant glow. Additionally, the strong chemical components in Geranium oil offer a natural way to repel insect.

Where to Buy Geranium Oil
To buy a pure and potent bottle of Geranium, visit the Geranium essential oil product page or order from a local doTERRA Wellness Advocate.

With many essential oils on the market, it is sometimes hard to discern which essential oils are truly pure and potent. Finding oils that have a strong purity and potency is crucial because it determines the effectivity of the oil in meeting individual needs. Many oils that are available to buy contain impurities and filler substances. These additives lessen the effect of essential oils and can minimize their potential in fulfilling specific needs. doTERRA knows that a pure and potent essential oil can have life-changing effects and can be extremely influential. For this reason, doTERRA created the CPTG® Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade protocol. This protocol includes a series of rigorous tests that determine the quality of each batch of essential oils. When each batch is found pure and potent, the essential oils are then packaged and sold. These thorough tests give customers the confidence that the doTERRA oils they receive are not only potent and pure, but effective.

Geranium Oil Uses and Benefits

Enhance your daily skin care routine by adding a little dose of Geranium oil. Use one to two drops of Geranium oil on your face daily to promote a glowing, even skin tone. Geranium essential oil has been cherished for centuries for its skin beautifying benefits, and there is a reason why!

Geranium oil is ideal for massages. The properties of Geranium oil will help promote the appearance of healthy skin while also providing a grounding and calming effect to emotions. Combine Geranium oil with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to give your partner a sensual massage.

Transform the look of your hair by enriching what you put on it. Your shampoo and conditioner may be good, but with the added hair benefits of Geranium oil, it will be even better. Start this transformation by adding a few drops of Geranium oil to your shampoo and conditioner. This addition will give your hair a radiant and healthy glow.

After a shower, apply Geranium essential oil to your skin to give it a smoothing effect. One of Geranium’s key benefits is promoting the appearance of clear and healthy skin. Take advantage of this powerful benefit by applying Geranium oil to your skin whenever it lacks a healthy appearance.

Looking for some more ways to apply the benefits of Geranium oil to your skin? After a sweaty workout or a day in the sun, apply Geranium oil topically to promote clear and vibrant skin.

Sometimes feelings of stress and anxiousness can get in the way of daily living. For those frustrating or uneasy moments, make sure to use the aromatic benefits of Geranium oil. Place one drop of Geranium oil in the palm of your hands and then rub your hands together. Once you have rubbed the oil in your hands, cup your hands over your nose and mouth and breathe slowly. Doing this will have a calming and grounding effect on your emotions.

Practice your craft skills and share the sweet, floral scents of Geranium oil by making DIY Potpourri. Simply gather some of your favorite spices, add a couple drops of Geranium and any other favorite essential oils, and place it in a bowl of your choosing. This homemade potpourri is great for adding décor to a room or for using in bathrooms to maintain a constant, pleasant aroma.

Geranium oil comes in handy when unwanted insects wander into the house. Because of the chemical components found within Geranium oil, Geranium naturally repels insects. Add a drop of Geranium oil to a cotton ball and place it in corners where insects are likely to be found. If you are going to garden outside and are cautious of the insects around you, wear Geranium oil to keep the insects away.

Aromatherapy steam facials are a great way to open your pores and renew your skin. The best steam facial includes herbs or essential oils. Create your own steam facial with Geranium essential oil. The properties of Geranium will help beautify the skin while you are receiving the cleansing benefits of the steam facial.

Due to Geranium oil’s ability to promote healthy-looking hair and skin, Geranium is a great oil to include in many skin and hair products. Add a drop or two of Geranium oil to your DIY hand wash, shampoo, heat protectant, hairspray, conditioner, body wash, detangler, and much more. Adding this one essential oil will give you healthier and more vibrant hair and skin.
Fun Fact
The leaves and flowers of a geranium plant are edible and are often used in desserts, cakes, jellies, and teas. In the Victorian era, fresh geranium leaves were used as decorative pieces on formal dining tables and the leaves of the geranium could be consumed as a fresh sprig if desired.

Plant Description
The geranium plant is a fragrant member of the Pelargonium species. Also known as Pelargonium graveolens, this plant is native to South Africa. The plant produces fragrant, green leaves and rose-colored flowers and can reach up to one meter in height. A geranium grows best in full sun and well-drained, fertile soils. doTERRA Geranium essential oil is extracted from the whole plant.

Chemistry of Geranium Oil
Main Chemical Components: citronellol, citronellyl formate, geraniol

One of the primary chemical constituents of Geranium oil is citronellol. Citronellol is a monoterpene alcohol that highly contributes to geranium oil’s ability to repel insects. Another main chemical component found in Geranium oil is geraniol. Geraniol is also a monoterpene alcohol. Recent studies by Egyptian researchers, highlighted by the doTERRA Science blog, suggest that orally ingested geraniol positively affects multiple biochemical pathways in the colon, which helps to maintain the health of colon cells.* To learn more about the chemical components of Geranium oil or other essential oils, visit the doTERRA Science Blog.

Oils that Blend Well with Geranium Oil
Geranium oil blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lime, Wild Orange, and Rosemary essential oils for diffusion.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

27/04/2017

What Is Ylang Ylang Oil?

Ylang ylang oil1 is derived from the fresh flowers of the ylang ylang tree (Cananga Odorata),2 which is usually found in the rainforests of Asian and South Pacific islands like Indonesia, Philippines, Java, Sumatra, Comoro and Polynesia.

There are several grades of ylang ylang essential oil sold in the market, but ylang ylang extra oil is considered to be the best among other varieties. Because it is the product of the first extraction, ylang ylang extra oil has the highest amount of esters and the sweetest scent.3

Uses of Ylang Ylang Oil

Ylang ylang oil helps relax the body and soul and may be helpful for people suffering from insomnia, fatigue and frigidity.

This essential oil has been proven to help regulate the production of sebum, an oily substance secreted by the sebaceous glands, to protect your hair and skin from drying out.4 It has many cosmetic uses, including:

• Maintaining skin moisture

• Clearing and healing acne

• Promoting hair growth

• Acting as a natural conditioning agent for your hair5

Ylang ylang oil also has antimicrobial properties that can help reduce skin irritation and redness.

Composition of Ylang Ylang Oil

Ylang ylang oil is composed of chemicals like benzyl acetate (28 percent),6 linalool (nine percent), methyl benzoate (six percent), P-cresyl methyl ether (10 percent) and 3-methyl-2-butenyl acetate (five percent).

Benefits of Ylang Ylang Oil

Ylang ylang oil can help protect against infections in the stomach, intestines, colon and urinary tract. Aside from that, using ylang ylang oil can allow you to reap the following benefits:

• Antidepressant for nervous breakdowns, acute depression, anxiety, sadness and chronic stress

• Antiseptic to speed up the healing of wounds and infections and to avoid sepsis and tetanus

• Hypotensive to promote healthy blood pressure levels

• Nervine and sedative to soothe tension and bring a sense of calm7

How to Make Ylang Ylang Oil

In order to obtain ylang ylang oil, fresh flowers from the ylang ylang tree has to undergo the process of steam distillation at various stages.

According to Easy Aromatherapy Recipes, the first extraction is called "extra" while subsequent extractions are called Grades 1, 2 and 3. Lower-grade essential oils are often combined with the extra to form a "complete" ylang ylang essential oil.

The finished product has an intensely sweet aroma and floral with watery undertones and can have a colorless to pale yellow hue.8

How Does Ylang Ylang Oil Work?

Ylang ylang oil may be used in the following ways:

• Aromatically — 9 Inhale directly or put three to four drops10 into a diffuser.

• Topically — When combined with milder carrier oils, ylang ylang oil may be used as a:

◦ Massage oil:11 Combine two to three drops with coconut, grape seed, or olive oil.12

◦ Anti-aging skin toner: Add five drops into chamomile tea, allow it to cool and apply to your skin.

◦ Hair treatment: Add two to three drops to your regular shampoo or two to three drops into coconut oil. Massage it onto your hair and scalp. Leave for 20 minutes. Rinse with water and mild shampoo.

Is Ylang Ylang Oil Safe?

Ylang ylang oil is safe to use when taken in recommended doses. However, I strongly discourage taking ylang ylang oil internally without expert supervision and advise you to make sure that it doesn't come into contact with your eyes.

I highly recommend consulting your physician before using this essential oil, especially if you're pregnant or a nursing woman. Children under the age of six are advised not to use this oil as well.

Side Effects of Ylang Ylang Oil

There are no severe cases that highlight the negative effects of ylang ylang oil, however, when taken in excessive amounts, it can potentially cause sensitivity, nausea and headache.

The oil can cause skin irritation in some individuals, so I suggest diluting it with milder carrier oils and doing a skin patch test before using it topically.

19/04/2017

19/04/2017

Grapeseed Oil Benefits.

Grape seed oil has several important health benefits. It is a good source of essential fatty acids and vitamin E. The polyphenols and flavonoids found in this oil contain strong antioxidant compounds. Most of the grape seed oil health benefits can be attributed to the presence of these nutrients. These health benefits of grape seed oil are enumerated below.

The flavonoid 'oligomeric procyanidin', found in grape seed oil is an incredibly strong antioxidant, about 50 times stronger than antioxidants like, vitamin C and E. So, this compound can provide protection against cellular and tissue damage caused by free radicals.
Grape seed oil can boost the health of the heart and the cardiovascular system by lowering the level of bad LDL cholesterol. This oil can increase the level of good HDL cholesterol, which can reduce the risk of coronary diseases. In addition, two studies showed that taking grapeseed extract and chromium, helped in lowering the bad cholesterol levels.
Grape seed oil contains linoleic acid, which is a polyunsaturated fatty acid that can prove beneficial for people having diabetes.
Grape seed oil can help strengthen and repair damaged or broken capillaries and blood vessels. This in turn, can help to improve circulation and alleviate conditions like, varicose veins, spider veins and hemorrhoids.
Grape seed oil has anti-inflammatory properties, for which it can provide relief against pain and swelling caused by arthritis. Even in conditions like, rheumatoid arthritis, this oil can provide great relief.
Many studies show that grape seed extracts help in preventing colon, prostate, stomach, breast and lung cancer cells. Antioxidants found in grapeseed extract, help in preventing cancer.
Grape seed oil can also prove beneficial in conditions like, asthma, allergies, acne and dermatitis.
The oil from grapeseed reduces LDL (bad Cholesterol) and increases HDL (good cholesterol), which in turn helps in keeping your arteries clear.
Omega-3, Omega-6, and Omega-9 are the fatty acids found in this oil. These fatty acids benefit us by forestalling any heart diseases and influence the biological properties in our body.
Grape seed oil contains high levels of Vitamin E, which is a fat-soluble antioxidant. It aids in preventing any cell membrane related injuries.
The oil from grapeseed helps the immune system and increases the blood circulation as well.
After any surgery or an injury, the oil reduces the swelling faster than any other medicines.
Flavonoids found in grape seed oil work to inflect cell-signaling pathways. Oregon State University states, "The Flavonoids have an antioxidant behavior that responds to iron and copper that bond to proteins".
Grapeseed is mildly astringent in nature and helps to tighten and tone skin.
Grapeseed contains proanthocyanidins, which are very potent antioxidants, that help in diminishing the sun's damaging effects and lessen free radical damage.
Grapeseed oil is also helpful for healing wounds. It is rich in linoleic acid levels, which is an essential fatty acid that is quite important for the skin and cell membranes.
Grapeseed oil has great moisturizing properties.
Grapeseed oil is also rich in vitamins, minerals and causes no skin irritation.

24/03/2017

What is massage?

Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Massage may range from light stroking to deep pressure. There are many different types of massage, including these common types:

Swedish massage. This is a gentle form of massage that uses long strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration and tapping to help relax and energize you.
Deep massage. This massage technique uses slower, more-forceful strokes to target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, commonly to help with muscle damage from injuries.
Sports massage. This is similar to Swedish massage, but it's geared toward people involved in sport activities to help prevent or treat injuries.
Trigger point massage. This massage focuses on areas of tight muscle fibers that can form in your muscles after injuries or overuse.
Benefits of massage

Massage is generally considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.

Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension.

While more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found massage may also be helpful for:

Anxiety
Digestive disorders
Fibromyalgia
Headaches
Insomnia related to stress
Myofascial pain syndrome
Soft tissue strains or injuries
Sports injuries
Temporomandibular joint pain
Beyond the benefits for specific conditions or diseases, some people enjoy massage because it often produces feelings of caring, comfort and connection.

Despite its benefits, massage isn't meant as a replacement for regular medical care. Let your doctor know you're trying massage and be sure to follow any standard treatment plans you have.

18/03/2017

The sciatic nerve is the largest single nerve in the human body; it runs from each side of the lower spine through deep in the buttock into the back of the thigh and all the way down to the foot. It serves a vital role in connecting the spinal cord with the leg and foot muscles.

Any type of pain and/or neurological symptoms that are felt along the sciatic nerve is referred to as sciatica.

See What You Need to Know About Sciatica
How the Sciatic Nerve is Affected
Sciatica is commonly caused by some type of compression of a spinal nerve in the lower back. The medical term for sciatica is lumbar radiculopathy, or radicular pain, indicating that the symptoms originate with a radicular nerve in the spine.

See Radiculopathy, Radiculitis and Radicular Pain

The specific symptoms will be different depending on which spinal nerve is affected and how much it is compressed.

A variety of lower back problems can lead to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve. Most often, sciatica pain is caused when the L5 or S1 nerve root in the lower spine is irritated by a herniated disc. The nerve roots that exit the spine to form the sciatic nerve are extremely sensitive, and the inner portion of the disc that may herniate or extrude contains proteins that are inflammatory and easily irritate the nerve.