The safe essential oils: Lavender and Tea tree oil
The safe essential oils: Lavender and Tea tree oil
All essential oils should be used safely in order to treat various conditions and promote inner peace and relaxation. However, all essential oils are not safe. In fact, some of them can negatively interact with prescription and over-the-counter medications. They can either dull or increase their power. This is why it is imperative to perform your due diligence, which may include speaking with a trained aromotherapist, before you begin using essential oils. The essential oils that are generally considered as safe are lavender and tea tree oil.
Lavender essential oil is
created by extracting the oil from the lavender plant. It is used
for both medicinal and enjoyment purposes. Studies have shown that
lavender oil is effective in treating
alopecia,
stress,
insomnia and even acts as an anti-bacterial agent. It can
effectively be used with massage
and acupuncture. Lavender is believed to be able to improve
sleep, help
individuals relax and lighten one’s mood by slowing down the nervous
system. In Germany, lavender tea is given to people who suffer from
the inability to sleep. Lavender oil is also believed to be able to
help individuals that suffer from headaches,
acne, fungal
infections and eczema.
Tea tree oil is the other essential oil that is safe to use. You are
likely to find lot of products that are infused with tea tree oil at
your local beauty supply store or even Wal-mart.
There are some precautions that should be taken. Some studies have
found that tea tree oil may affect hormones and may cause the breast
tissue in boys to enlarge. Consequently, you may not want to allow
your teen son to use it. Tea tree oil is generally safe for external
use, but should never be taken internally.
However, tea tree oil does have some very good uses. It can be used
to help in the healing of burns, cuts and skin infections. Other
common uses include the treatment of
acne,
dandruff,
eczema, boils,
psoriasis, thrush, and athletes foot.
Tea tree oil and lavender oil are two of the most safe essential
oils available. They are generally considered safe by the
traditional and alternative health communities. If you have any
questions about any intended uses for either of these essential
oils, it is recommended that you speak with an aromatherapist who
can provide you with the proper guidance.
About the author: George Key is a Greek fan of Holistic Medicine and
Natural Healing. He owns a site dedicated to Aromatherapy with
useful tips that can help you reach inner peace. Visit his, learn
effective Aromatherapy
http://www.aromatherapypoint.com
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