The beneficial properties of essential oils have long been known. Essential oils are used both in folk medicine, as aromatherapy for the treatment of various diseases, and in cosmetology, dietology and even in cooking.
Among others, orange oil can be noted, the use of which is recommended by many experts. The orange tree serves as a source of three essential oils at once: neroli, petitgrain and orange oil itself. Neroli is made from the inflorescences of this citrus tree, petitgrain is made from its leaves, while orange oil is made from the peel of the fruit of the tree by cold pressing.
Aromatherapy
Orange oil, like many other essential oils, is often used by aromatherapists. With it, you can:
- get rid of insomnia;
- relieve or reduce headache, muscle and menstrual pain;
- relieve stress and fatigue, fill with vitality;
- oil aroma increases efficiency;
- get rid of anxiety;
- disinfect and freshen the air in the room.
To do this, just put one drop of oil on the aroma lamp.
External use
In addition, orange essential oil has found application in the treatment of a number of different kinds of diseases. So, for example, oil is an excellent antiseptic. Its external use helps to improve the condition of the skin with eczema, burns, dermatitis and herpes.
In addition, orange oil has found application in the treatment of ailments of the upper respiratory tract, as well as respiratory and viral diseases. For this, inhalations are made with a solution of water and oil. For 100 ml of boiling water, 1-2 drops of this essential oil are enough. You need to breathe over the steam for no more than 7 minutes.
With the help of lotions and rinses with orange oil, inflammatory diseases of the gums, such as stomatitis, periodontal disease, and others are treated. To do this, a drop of oil is added to a glass of warm water, after which the oral cavity is rinsed with this composition. For lotions, orange oil is mixed with any vegetable oil in a 1: 1 ratio, after which it is applied to sore gums.
Orange oil: oral use
This remedy is taken for various diseases and disorders in the gastrointestinal tract, such as constipation, poisoning, intestinal infections, etc.
In addition, essential orange oil has found application in stagnation of bile, as well as a diuretic and to combatpuffiness.
This essential oil can gently lower high blood pressure. The oil helps with cardiovascular diseases, and also inhibits the growth of cholesterol in the blood, and as a result, minimizes the risk of plaque formation.
As a preventive measure, you can add 1 drop of oil to tea or any other drink daily. In no case should the dose of essential oil intake exceed 2 drops per day. At the same time, we must not forget that even to deal with minor problems in the body, consultation with a specialist is necessary.
Orange face oil
The use of essential oils is actively used in cosmetology. The thing is that they stimulate blood flow to the skin, and as a result, skin regeneration is accelerated.
Orange oil has also justified itself, the use of which helps to get rid of acne. To do this, add 3-4 drops of oil to a regular tonic, after which they wipe the face with this composition.
In addition, this mixture helps to reduce fine wrinkles on the face, make the skin firmer and fresher, and enlarged pores less noticeable.
It is possible to use this essential oil for lips. If the lips are constantly dry and flaky, it is recommended to lubricate them with a mixture of lip cream with the addition of a drop of oil. The cream can also be replaced with regular Vaseline.
Orange hair oil
Goodessential oil has proven itself in hair care. Using orange oil for hair, the application of which does not take much time, you can fight both hair loss and dry skin and dandruff. When washing your hair, just add a couple of drops of the product to your regular shampoo, after which the hair must be rinsed well.
You can prepare rinses with orange oil. To do this, add 3-4 drops of the product to a liter of warm water, after which the hair is washed, trying to rub the liquid into the scalp.
The easiest way to care for your hair with an orange remedy is to apply 2 drops to the comb, after which the curls must be combed well.
You can use this drug 2-3 times a week, after checking on a small area of skin for allergies. In no case should you rub oil into the scalp in its pure form.
Orange oil for cellulite
In the fight against the so-called orange peel, a tool with a similar name will be the best help. One of the best remedies is orange oil for cellulite. The use of this substance (regular) helps to get rid of ugly skin irregularities that appear due to the formation of cellulite. You can make massage oil. To do this, you need to mix ordinary unrefined vegetable oil with aromatic in proportions of 10: 1.
Or mix 3 tablespoons of baby oil with a tablespoon of lemon oil and the same amount of orange oil.
In addition, you can simply combine a few drops of this essential oil with an anti-cellulite cream, mix well and apply the resulting product with massaging movements on the areas affected by cellulite.
For self-massage, you can use a more complex and multi-component tool. For this you will need:
- 1 tsp runny honey;
- 1 drop of orange oil;
- 1 drop lavender;
- 2 drops of lemon;
- 2 drops of juniper.
All components are thoroughly mixed, after which they are applied to the skin with soft patting movements. Eventually the mixture should turn into a kind of white foam. This massage can be done every other day.
It should be borne in mind that during a massage with the addition of this remedy, the patient may feel a slight tingling of the skin. This is a normal reaction of the body and you should not be afraid of it. In addition, immediately after the procedure, it is not recommended to go out into the open sun, otherwise, due to the rays hitting the places where the massage was performed, light spots may appear on the skin. Even while in the shade, the skin should be treated with a cream with an ultraviolet filter.
Massage with essential oil is performed no more than once a week.
Many essential oils are used to get rid of extra pounds and centimeters, and orange oil is no exception, which can be used for weight loss in several ways at once.
Most often, to get rid of extra centimeters, it is usedmassage, with the addition of orange oil. We have already written about how to prepare a massage mixture above. But besides this, body wraps can also be used for weight loss, as well as water procedures, such as a bath, bath, sauna.
Wraps
For wrapping, vegetable oil is most often used, preferably olive oil, with the addition of a few drops of essential oil. Vegetable oil can be replaced with anti-cellulite cream or oil. The mixture is abundantly applied to the skin in those places where I would like to remove a few centimeters, after which they are wrapped with cling film for 30-40 minutes. If this procedure is combined with sports, the effect will be much better and will be noticeable after the first session.
Wraps can be done with the addition of white clay. To do this, take 4 tablespoons of clay and add 4-5 drops of orange oil to it. The mixture is applied to the skin, after which it is again wrapped in cling film. The duration of the wrap is 20-30 minutes, after which the product must be washed off the skin.
Orange oil helps:
- normalize fat metabolism;
- reduce appetite;
- normalize metabolism;
- promotes the removal of toxins and other equally harmful substances;
- improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract as a whole.
All this contributes to weight loss.
Baths
In addition, for weight loss it is useful to take baths with orange oil. To do this, just drop 3-4 drops of the product into warm water. Bath time is notshould exceed 15 minutes, the frequency of application is not more than one procedure 2 times a week. At the same time, while taking a bath with orange oil, unpleasant sensations may occur - tingling and tingling. It only says that the oil is working.
Also, the bath has a calming effect, which, by the way, also contributes to weight loss. An organism in a state of stress is more difficult to part with excess weight. Thanks to this tool, the skin becomes more elastic and smooth, not only centimeters go away, but also extra pounds.
Precautions
Despite all the visible benefits of orange oil, you need to approach its use "wisely", only in this way it will act for the good and will not harm the body.
Before using the product, you must make sure that there are no allergic reactions, and also consult with your doctor.
