Skin is a living, dying and regenerating organ and an important part of the body as it gives protection towards outside dangers. Therefore or skin should be treated with proper care and aromatherapy is one of the best way. Using aromatherapy skincare products and oils our skin can be protected and enables to maintain proper health of the skin. Our skin is often prone to few attacks such as bacteria, viruses, humidity and air pollution. It is vital to look after your skin by first discovering the type of your skin, select the right skin care system and ensure you cleanse, moisturize your skin.
Some essential oils for general skin care are Lavender, rose, rosemary camphor, cypress, geranium, chamomiles, rosewood, geranium essential oils and hydrosols.
Onee of the essential oils for dry skin are hydrating cleanser. It is an essential oil blended with shea nut butter and glycerin to soothe and hydrate the skin, Rose day cream is a blend of Olive, Jojoba and Almond oils to moisturize your skin, Carrot seed, Cedarwood, clary, jasmine, geranium, lavender, orange, Palma Rosa, rose, roman chamo, rosewood, neroli, Petitgrain, Mandarine petitgrain, Vetiver, sandalwood, ylangylang, carrot seed, lavender, rose. Carrier oils are vegetable oils generally used for massage and skin care.
Eventhough essential oils can be used by anyone there are some precautions to be taken before making a blend. It is better to consult a qualified aromatherapist for suggestions. One thing to be kept in mind is dilute essential oils with base oils before applying on the skin.
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Classification of Aromas in Essential Oils
Essential oils play a major role in the treatment of aromatherapy. They are the key ingredients for each and every blend and recipe in aromatherapy. Not all the oils are used for every treatment. Each oil has its own quality and significance and the major quality of the oil makes it to be used for particular purposes. They have their own smell and properties.
Depending upon the smell and the time of evaporation these oils are categorized in to notes. There are three notes and every essential oil will definitely fall under one particular note.
Let us have a look on the three notes in detail.
Top Notes: The essential oils which evaporate rapidly and have a strong smell are classified as Top Notes. They are volatile in nature and their fragrance lasts for very small time when exposed to air. They are usually derived from the flowers, leaves and flowering herbs of the plant. The aromas of these oils are sharp, fruity and vibrant which are helpful to motivate, stimulate and also in increasing the concentration and creates a sort of alertness. Some of the oils which belong to this group are the lemon, orange, peppermint, eucalyptus and rosemary.
Middle Notes: The oils which evaporate at a lesser rate, usually for one hour are termed as middle notes. The aromas of these oils are floral, evergreen, and are more balanced in nature. These oils are usually derived from the spices and herbs of the plant. Middle notes are used to establish connection between mental and physical planes. They are antiseptic and anti inflammatory in nature. Some of the middle notes are jasmine, ginger, chamomile and black pepper.
Base Notes: Aromatherapic oils which take several hours to evaporate are called as Base Notes. Their aroma ranges from sweet, earthy to rich woody. They are usually extracted from the roots of the plants and hence they produce deep relaxation and deliver a sense of peace. These oils are good for nervousness, arrogant behavior, and also works for chronic diseases. These oils totally control the emotions of the body. Some of the base note oils are vanilla, sandalwood, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg.
When mixing the essential oils all these notes are used in the required proportions in order to make a balanced and well defined scent.
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Depending upon the smell and the time of evaporation these oils are categorized in to notes. There are three notes and every essential oil will definitely fall under one particular note.
Let us have a look on the three notes in detail.
Top Notes: The essential oils which evaporate rapidly and have a strong smell are classified as Top Notes. They are volatile in nature and their fragrance lasts for very small time when exposed to air. They are usually derived from the flowers, leaves and flowering herbs of the plant. The aromas of these oils are sharp, fruity and vibrant which are helpful to motivate, stimulate and also in increasing the concentration and creates a sort of alertness. Some of the oils which belong to this group are the lemon, orange, peppermint, eucalyptus and rosemary.
Middle Notes: The oils which evaporate at a lesser rate, usually for one hour are termed as middle notes. The aromas of these oils are floral, evergreen, and are more balanced in nature. These oils are usually derived from the spices and herbs of the plant. Middle notes are used to establish connection between mental and physical planes. They are antiseptic and anti inflammatory in nature. Some of the middle notes are jasmine, ginger, chamomile and black pepper.
Base Notes: Aromatherapic oils which take several hours to evaporate are called as Base Notes. Their aroma ranges from sweet, earthy to rich woody. They are usually extracted from the roots of the plants and hence they produce deep relaxation and deliver a sense of peace. These oils are good for nervousness, arrogant behavior, and also works for chronic diseases. These oils totally control the emotions of the body. Some of the base note oils are vanilla, sandalwood, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg.
When mixing the essential oils all these notes are used in the required proportions in order to make a balanced and well defined scent.
Related Links:
Vitamins
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