Secrets de Provence: discover the benefits of aromatherapy
More than simply diffusing pleasant scents, aromatherapy is a genuine wellness cure. This complex treatment, based on the essences of certain aromatic plants, offers particularly targeted benefits. What are their virtues? How do I use essential oils? Discover our aromatherapy guide to essential oils from Provence.
What are essential oils?
Essential oils are the liquid concentrate of a plant, obtained by distillation. They consist solely of natural aromatic molecules. Recognized for their therapeutic properties, they have been used for thousands of years in many countries as a form of alternative medicine. These practices have given rise to aromatherapy.
Essential oils have a shelf life of around 5 years after opening, but 3 years when mixed with vegetable oils.
ESSENTIAL OILS FROM PROVENCE AND THEIR VIRTUES
Lavender essential oil
Cleanses and disinfects the skin to promote healing. It also soothes the body and mind thanks to its relaxing and calming properties.
Benefits :
- Healing
- Relaxing
- Antiseptic
In application : 1 drop of lavender essential oil diluted in 4 drops of vegetable oil to soothe burns and skin irritations.
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Essential oil of Sea Samphire
This Mediterranean plant is resistant to salt, water and sun. In essential oils, the robustness of this plant helps to firm the skin, increase and strengthen the tone of the venous walls, thus facilitating blood flow and improving skin tone!
Benefits :
- Anti-cellulite
- Firming
- Draining
In application : 2 drops of essential oil in 8 drops of vegetable oil to massage into areas affected by cellulite.
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Lemon Verbena essential oil
Its refreshing, invigorating fragrance helps combat minor mood swings and fatigue, giving body and mind all the energy they need.
Benefits :
- Energizing
- Digestive
- Anti-inflammatory
On air : When diffused throughout the home, its fragrance invigorates the atmosphere and gives you a boost of energy!
Ingestion : 1 drop of essential oil to place under the tongue to combat temporary bouts of depression.
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IMPORTANT: essential oils act on the whole body. It is therefore strongly recommended to take a few precautions when using them, especially for sensitive users such as children and pregnant women.
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