2, steam inhalation: through the respiratory tract to absorb essential oil, usually with respiratory diseases, steam inhalation, but asthma patients should avoid strong steam inhalation, so as not to cause respiratory discomfort. This is the most effective way to treat colds and respiratory infections, and it is also the best way to refresh yourself and change your mood.
3. Massage absorption method: the essential oil can only be used after being diluted and blended with base oil, and can be absorbed by the skin and infiltrated into the body after massage. The best time for massage is just after taking a shower, and the effect is best when the body is slightly wet.
4, according to the application method: this method can be applied to epidermal problems, such as knife wounds, abrasions and so on. Lavender, for example, can be used directly on scalded skin. Clean and dry the affected area first, and then apply it directly to the affected area. Cotton swabs can be used for small scars.
5, bathing method: essential oil can be used for bathing or foot bath, it is best to choose ceramics, stainless steel, wooden pots. Stir the essential oil evenly before soaking, and the water temperature should not be overheated, otherwise the essential oil will evaporate quickly, and the whole body will relax and soak for about 20 minutes.
Extended data:
Main efficacy of plant essential oil
1. Directly enters the skin through affinity. On the one hand, plant essential oil molecules stimulate nerves and ultimately regulate nerve activity and internal circulation; On the other hand, it directly acts on the internal environment and other stable States, accelerating the activity of body fluids, thus improving the internal environment and further regulating the whole body and mind.
2. Through affinity, plant essential oil molecules can quickly improve the living environment of local tissues and cells, accelerate their metabolism, and completely solve some problems caused by local metabolic disorder.
3. Plant essential oil molecules enter subcutaneous tissue through affinity, and then enter blood and lymph through body fluid exchange, which promotes blood and lymph circulation and accelerates human metabolism.
4. The smell is fragrant. After the natural aromatic essential oil enters the brain, it can stimulate the anterior lobe of the brain to secrete endorphins and enkephalins, making the spirit in the most comfortable state. This is the best way to protect the soul. Moreover, different essential oils can be combined with each other to make their favorite fragrance, which will not destroy the characteristics of essential oils, but make the functions of essential oils more powerful.
References:
Essential Oil-Baidu Encyclopedia