Essential Oils Uses
Due to the advanced research work done on the essential oil, it is now days
put to use in various different aspects. Essential oil if properly used has a
natural, balanced affect on the body. 
As it has a sweet fragrance leaves a
psychological effect on the body and should be used sparingly.
Before delving into the essential oils
uses we must look into its background of how we obtain
them. Many plants contain volatile substance in them which we extract as
essential oil. These oils have a healing capacity. Some of them have antiseptic
quality while some have stimulating or smoothing quality. The quality of the oil
depends upon the quality of the plant, time of harvesting of the product and the
method of preparation and storing of the oil.
According to the healing capacity of the oil different oil is put into use for
different purpose. It is not only used in aromatherapy but also in preparing
various types of products like natural skin care, environmentally cleaning your
home, aromatherapy perfumes and is put into use for many more purpose.
Proper usage:
Essential oil being concentrated should not be used or applied directly on the
body. It should be diluted with the base oil and applied externally on the body.
They are highly volatile and should be stored in an air tight container. They
should be kept out of the reach of the children. There are three common ways of
benefitting from the essential oils
uses:
1. Massaging: It is the oldest method of using the essential oil. In this
method, the essential oil is blended with the base oil and then massaged on the
whole body. It leaves you stimulated and energetic.
2. Vaporization: This is a common usage. It helps in release of the fragrance
into air and there by helps in treatment of common cold. The oil is put into
steaming water and the oil is added to it. The fragrance is then inhaled to get
the maximum effect.
3. Use in Bath: Use a few drops of essential oil in the bath and have a dip in
ht e water. This will make you feel fresh through out the day. You have to
ensure that the oil is completely dissolved in water.
