Essential Oil of Neroli
Neroli oil (neroli oil, orange orange oil) isessential oil, which is extracted from the flowers of orange (bitter orange). It has not only a delicate aroma, but also a mass of useful properties. Let's talk about the properties and application of neroli oil.
Pomeranets are cultivated in Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Italy and France, respectively, in the same countries produce neroli oil. The main producers of neroli oil are Italy, France and Algeria.
Essential oil of neroli is a mobile liquid of amber-yellow or yellowish color, under the influence of light acquiring an orange-red color. It has a pleasant spicy aroma, which in some ways resembles the smell of an orange. The taste of the oil is bitter.
Neroli oil is one of the most expensive essential oils, so it is not used as widely as the more affordable citrus essential oils (lemon, orange, grapefruit).
In aromatherapy, neroli oil is valued as One of the most effective soothing agents that help fight against neuroses and depression. It helps fight insomnia. And the aroma of this essential oil is considered one of the most effective sexual stimulants.
In folk medicine, neroli oil is used as a restorative means. It has an antiviral effect, has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system and the gastrointestinal tract, facilitates premenstrual syndrome in women.
Neroli oil is used in cosmetology for skin care. It is suitable for all skin types, but most oftenit is used to care for sensitive skin. Unlike most other essential oils extracted from citrus fruits, neroli oil does not have a phototoxic effect (that is, it does not increase the susceptibility of the skin to ultraviolet light).
Neroli oil has a tonic andrejuvenating effect, it increases the elasticity and elasticity of the skin, helps fight small wrinkles, stimulates the activity and growth of cells, soothes irritated skin. Therefore, the use of this essential oil for tired, mature and fading skin.
Like all other essential oils, Neroli essential oil has a bactericidal and antiseptic effect, so it is used to relieve inflammationskin and anti-acne. Also, this oil helps to normalize sebum secretion, narrow pores, improve complexion, fight pigmented spots and couperose (vascular "asterisks." It is used to treat many skin diseases.
When caring for the skin, you can not apply neroli essential oil in its pure form. An exception can only be acne treatmentrash or herpes, in which the oil is applied pointwise, without affecting the healthy areas of the skin. In the treatment of extensive skin lesions (dermatosis, neurodermatitis, eczema), neroli oil is added to the base vegetable oil based on 2 drops of essential oil per 1 tbsp. l. basic.
How to apply Neroli essential oil? Here are brief instructions for the dosage of neroli oil:
aromolamp: up to 7 drops (better 1-3, duration of the session is no more than 15 minutes, no more than three sessions per day);
aromatic: up to 10 drops on the emulsifier (for example, cream or milk), the time of taking a bath is increased gradually - starting from 5 minutes and eventually bringing to half an hour;
aroma massage and grinding: 5-7 drops per 10 ml of transport vegetable oil;
Cosmpresses: 5-7 drops of oil per 100 ml of water (use an emulsifier), the cloth moistened in the solution is applied to the sore spot, the duration is from half an hour to two hours;
for the enrichment of cosmetic products: 2 drops per 10 g of product;
for home masks based on vegetable oils: 2 drops per 1 tbsp. l. base vegetable oil;
when ingested: up to 3 drops (take with honey).
Note that the use of essential oil neroli, like other essential oils, not recommended for young children, pregnant women and allergy sufferers.
