Every thing About Essential Oils
Jupudi Vinaya Pavani
Naturals enthusiast
What are Essential Oils?
Essential oils are botanical extracts from specific plants, these are extracted from plants either by steam distillation or cold pressing, the method of based is decided based on the nature of the plant.
Essential oils do not go rancid when it is in their purest form
Essential oils are extremely beneficial to human in day-to-day life because of the renowned properties it possesses like anti-Bacterial, anti-infectious, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-microbial, and also immune-stimulating properties.For Example:
Lemon-based essential oil is effective in disinfecting room air, preventing contagious illnesses such as colds and flu 2 as well as also getting you the lemon-fresh fragrance.
Essential oils can be used in your beauty routine, as an air purifier, Aromatherapy, and also for your physical wellness
These botanical extracts are further known as essential oil because the natural essence from the plant has been extracted, and now it is the pure essence of that plant that is available in the oil when it is used.
What are Carrier Oils
Carrier oils also referred to as base oils or vegetable oils are used to dilute essential oils, CO2s, and absolutes before applying to the skin. They “carry” the essential oil onto the skin. Different carrier oils offer different properties and the choice of carrier oil can depend on the therapeutic benefit being sought.
Carrier oils are generally cold-pressed vegetable oils derived from the fatty portions of the plant. Unlike essential oils that evaporate and have a concentrated aroma, carrier oils do not evaporate or impart their aroma as strongly as essential oils.
Examples of carrier oils are sweet almonds, apricot kernels, grape seed, avocados, peanut, olive, pecan, macadamia nut, sesame, evening primrose, walnut, and wheat germ. Most oils bought in the grocery store are not cold-pressed. Instead, the oils are heated and therefore have less therapeutic benefit. Mineral oil is not used in aromatherapy because mineral oil is not a natural product. It is also said that mineral oil can prevent essential oil absorption into the skin.
What is Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is a holistic way of taking care of the body by enhancing the senses with pleasant smelling botanical oils. These aromatherapy oils can be utilized by massaging directly into the skin or by adding them to bathwater. Many will stimulate their olfactory nerves by inhalation of these essential oils. Perhaps the most common method of using an aromatherapy product is by diffusing the oils to scent an entire room. Considered by many as a way to promote relaxation, improve mood and reduce anxiety, and provide stress relief.
When we sniff an essential oil, molecules emitting from it travel through the air and enter the nose. There are 50 million smell receptors located at the top of the nasal cavity occupying an area the size of a small postage stamp. These slender nerve cells are called ‘cilia’ and are part of an organ called the olfactory bulb. This organ is connected to a part of the brain called the Limbic System which is responsible for emotions, memory and having positive impact on several other psychological and physiological conditions. Because of this, when used correctly the properties of essential oils have the power to affect our moods in a positive and balancing way.
Did you know that a lot of the ingredients listed on cosmetic products are actually made up of a whole load of other ingredients, and that those substances can actually be really harmful to us? No? Yes, give a serious thought it’s kind of scary!
We absorb more chemicals through our skin than we do through the foods we eat. Our digestive system is designed to filter the ‘bad stuff’ out of what we eat, but our skin has no detoxification system at all. All the chemicals from moisturisers, shower gels and face masks end up right in our blood stream. Skin diseases like eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis can actually be caused by the chemicals we chose to put on our skin!
So let’s give a thought to use natural ingredients at least to our convenient extent. This is sure to contribute to our healthy living and also help farmers, villagers and tribes of our agricultural country. Gratus Naturals business model is also driven by a social thought to increase the consumption of pure Essential Oils and other Natural Products that can in a way be helpful for the producers of these natural products.
Common Applications of Essential Oils
Bothered about your skin
Essential oils like Lavender and sandalwood are best used for dry skin because of it has natural hydrate properties which is best used for dry skin
Essential oils like Rosemary is best used for oily skin and it has notable properties like anti-inflammatory and analgesic.
Worried of most common ailments
Are you suffering from skin acne, the essential oils act as a natural medicine for it, essential oil like Lemongrass which has Lemongrass, Cinnamon and Tea tree oil are best used for treating the skin acne.
Essential oils like Rosemary and Jojoba can be used for anti-aging and make you look young for ever.
How to purify the air around you
Are you tired of using air purifiers and worried of the pathogens surrounding us, essential oils are of great relief and act as natural air purifier, Usage of Thieves oil in the diffusers in your living areas gives you wide benefits like
- Anti-Microbial
- Promoting
- Respiratory health
- Energy
and uplifting the mood
Whatever is good for your soul and mind
A GEM IS A STONE THAT LIGHTS YOUR MIND AND SOUL, HOWEVER ALL STONES ARE NOT GEMS, essential oils are one such gem rejuvenates your soul and mind with their intrinsic properties.
Best used essential oils for Aromatherapy are Clove oil, lavender oil and signature woods from Gratus Naturals.
The miracle of aroma for your celebrations
Do you got all the ingredients for your celebrations, the aroma of ambience makes a huge difference.
Do not forget “Smell is a potent wizard that transports us across thousands of miles and all the years we have lived”, try Gratus Naturals aroma oils for your various occasions with your loved ones.
