Real or officinal lavender: the all-in-one
Ultrapolyvalente is the base of the medicine cabinet. Very popular in anxiety disorders , it is also particularly useful against all skin problems and difficult digestion . It can even fight against lice !
What do we do with it? An insect bite , a sunburn ? Two to four drops of lavender are applied to the irritated area . Against the buttons , it is mixed with a little tea tree essential oil (a drop of each) and applied point by point. As an anti-lice repellent, two drops are placed at the base of the hair or on the elastic of the ponytail. And against stresses of stress or after meals too rich , we put a drop on the solar plexus or we swallow two drops in a spoonful of honey. That's good, we love his little taste of holidays ...
Tea Tree: the anti-infectious
It is the enemy sworn of all infections : ENT, cutaneous, oral ... But it is also antiseptic and anti-fatigue : always keep it at hand, especially when traveling!
What do we do with it? Against fungal infections or warts, apply two drops to the infected skin or dilute it in a spoonful of vegetable oil if the affected area is extensive. You can also drop a drop on your toothbrush or rub your hands after washing with soap for impeccable hygiene.
Peppermint: the ally of digestion
It is the ally of choice against digestive disorders (nausea, heaviness, bloating). We appreciate its fresh scent, but it is imperative to respect the doses because it is very powerful.
What do we do with it? A drop on a piece of sugar after the meal aids digestion , but it is also a radical cure for motion sickness. It can also be combined with the essential oils of lemon and tropical basil in the herbal tea after a holiday (a drop of each in a spoonful of honey). In all cases, it is avoided to give to children under 6 years as well as to the elderly.
Lemon: the fortifying
Stimulating, essential oil of lemon is ideal in case of fatigue , repeated infections or liver problems . It also acts very effectively on the blood circulation and, in diffusion, cleans the atmosphere.
What do we do with it? In case of fatigue or cold snap, two drops in a grog are miracles. A drop in a verbena-mint tea at the end of the meal supports the difficult livers while diluted in ten times its volume of arnica vegetable oil, massage on the areas concerned, it stimulates the microcirculation . Attention, it is formally disadvised in pure application (because very caustic) or before a solar exposure!
Geranium rosat: the balancing
Ideal for oily skin , in case of nervous or hormonal disorders , it also regulates blood sugar levels : perfect to control your appetite!
What do we do with it? Anxiety, stress? We drop a drop on the solar plexus or wrist. Bobo or button? A drop on a cotton swab . In full jet lag? Mixed with essential oils of grapefruit and chamomile (ten drops each), we pour two drops on his glove and we rub in the shower .
Palmarosa: the friend of the pretty skins
Antibacterial, moisturizing, healing and stimulating cellular , its regular use is an insurance against all the little skin concerns . She even fights against the embarrassing problems of sweating !
What do we do with it? On a daily basis, a drop mixed with its usual day cream regulates the secretion of sebum , moisturizes and regenerates the skin. To control perspiration, apply a few drops under the armpits to the palm of the hands or under the soles of the feet, and thus limit the secretion of sweat and bad smells.
Ravintsara (cinnamomum camphora): the antiseptic
If we only had to choose an essential oil against the small evils of winter , it would be this one. Antiviral, antiseptic and expectorant , it stimulates the immune system and fights against physical and nervous fatigue . It is also very effective against colds , respiratory tract infections and even gastroenteritis.
What do we do with it? From the first cold, it is customary to broadcast morning and evening a mixture of ravintsara, lemon and eucalyptus radish . If the damage is already done, two options for three days maximum: a drop in a little honey four times a day or three drops in massage on the spine and thorax , morning and evening.
Ylang ylang
A paradoxical essential oil , ylang-ylang is both stimulating and calming . It boosts the sleeping libidos as it flies to the rescue of the anguished. Calming, anti-stress, it also fights against sleep disorders and small transient depressions , and even gently disinhibits the shy. If one does not appreciate its heady perfume, one can turn to the small grain of bigarade to the delicate scents of orange blossom .
What do we do with it? It is poured a large hot bath (37-38 ° C), in which we pour a few drops diluted in a little milk: relaxation and restorative night assured. Its sweet and bewitching perfume is also very pleasant in diffusion or in massage, diluted in a vegetable oil like sweet almond for a tonic effect.
Noble or Roman chamomile: the good fairy of toddlers
This anti-inflammatory and sedative essential oil is ideal for treating children's sores , but it is also highly appreciated by the older ones for its spectacular soothing action.
What do we do with it? If the child is having trouble falling asleep, he is made to breathe the open bottle. If it is his first teeth that bother him , we massage the gum of a finger with a drop of chamomile diluted in two drops of vegetable oil of St. John's Wort or softer, hydrosol of Roman chamomile. In the stressed adult, she works miracles with a few pure drops on the plexus, the arch and the wrists.
Immortelle (or Helichryse italicum): the restorer
Blows, bruises, bumps? The immortal is needed (but she is expensive). Anti-hematoma, anti-inflammatory, it has excellent healing properties on wounds and burns, but also on fractures or sprains. This is good, it is perfect for children (from 7 years).
What do we do with it? It is diluted in vegetable oil (two drops in a teaspoonful) and the painful areas are massaged. One drop, mixed with two drops of rosehip oil, is applied to the scars . On the other hand, it is not absorbed because it can be slightly toxic.
