Oregano oil
Oregano or, as it is also called, oregano - this is the famous Himalayan spice.The plant contains a number of useful components for the body. Translated from the Greek, Oregano means "the joy of the mountains." Indeed, the habitat of this plant is rocky areas of the Mediterranean. From it receive fragrant and very useful oil of oregano.
Method of obtaining
Water and raw materials are involved in the process of making oil. Raw materials can be either dry or fresh components of the grass (inflorescences and leaves). Oregano oil is formed during the distillation.
Steam distillation yields the highest quality oil.
And the longer the process of heat treatment, filtering, the less it remains valuable and useful substances.
Oregano oil can be made in different ways. And the difference will be in the concentration of useful substances.
Characteristic
- It has a light yellow color.
- The aroma is warm, saturated with hints of spice, astringency and wood.
- Rich chemical composition.
- Wide use.
Chemical composition
The most important component is carvacrol, the strongest antibiotic.
In addition to it, there are:
- Thymol;
- Essential oils;
- Flavonoids;
- Acids;
- Vitamins (A, C);
- Trace elements
Beneficial features
Oregano oil is a pantry of nutrients that our body needs.
Medicinal properties:
- Protects against viruses.
- It has anti-fungal properties.
- Fights fungi.
- Antioxidant.
- Suppresses inflammatory processes.
- Destroys parasites.
- Antiallergen.
- Positive effect on the organs of the digestive system.
- Keeps a woman's hormonal balance in balance.
- Effective remedy for respiratory diseases.
- Treats skin diseases.
Harm
- In its pure, unconcentrated form, it can cause burns to mucous membranes, and cause skin irritations.
- May harm pregnant women and cause miscarriage.
- With allergies (if the body is prone to them) can cause complications.
Contraindications
- Individual intolerance.
- Gestation period
- Low blood pressure (oil has the property to lower blood pressure)
- Low levels of hemoglobin (interferes with the absorption of iron, is used only with mineral supplements).
- Be careful if the body does not tolerate antibiotics.
- Epilepsy.
- Ulcer and gastritis.
- Children under 2 years old.
Compatibility
Combined with the following oils:
- Linen;
- Kedrov;
- Olive;
- Jojoba.
Application
In medicine
Due to the high content of carvacrol, oregano oil is the strongest agent with antibacterial, antiseptic properties. This is a powerful natural antibiotic.
Dosage
Name of procedure | Doses (drops) |
---|---|
Take a bath | 4-5 |
Aromatherapy | 1-2 |
Warm compress | 3-4 |
Warm steam inhalation (duration not more than 5 minutes) | 1-2 |
Cosmetic Additive | 2-3 (for 15g of fixed asset) |
Additive to massage oil | 4-5 (per 15 g of the base oil) |
Oregano oil is used both externally and internally.
Medicine recommends oregano oil in the following cases:
- To improve the work and metabolic processes of the intestine.
- To lose weight (oregano can burn excess fat accumulations).
- When violations of the menstrual cycle.Contributes to the normalization of blood circulation in the female genital organs. Very useful during menopause.
- In the presence of parasites in the human body (Giardia, flat and roundworms, as well as lice).
- With respiratory diseases (sore throats, colds). It is recommended to add 3 drops of oil to a glass of orange juice. The treatment will take 5 days. For tonsillitis rinse with added oil is helpful.
- When poisoning removes toxins from the body.
- With allergies has a sedative and anti-inflammatory effect.
- Toothache. The presence in the composition of the oil of thymol reduces white syndrome and reduces inflammation.
- When detected in the body staphylacoccus pathogens.
- With arthritis. Oil has the ability of deep penetration into the tissues of our body. It has anti-inflammatory effect, relieves severe pain caused by arthritis. Sore spots can be rubbed with a mixture of olive oil (5 drops) and oregano (2 drops). Within 1.5 months, you can use oregano oil inside, after having dissolved 2 drops of oil in a glass of natural juice.
- For fungal diseases, oregano oil is used externally, treating the affected skin.
- When restoring the body, thereby showing the properties of antioxidants.
- For quick healing of burns, wounds and cuts.
In cooking
Oregano oil is usually used in the preparation of Italian dishes. It serves as a spicy additive to fish and meat dishes. Marinades, salads and sauces and, of course, pizza cannot do without oregano.
In cosmetology
- Great tool for relaxation.
- Used to treat problem skin (acne, inflammation). It is enough to add 2 drops to the gel or foam for washing. You can simply dissolve the oil in water and wipe the problem areas of the skin with the help of a cotton pad with the help of a cotton pad. At occurrence of an itch, reddening, it is necessary to make solution less concentrated.
- Penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin, the oil prevents the occurrence of premature wrinkles, revitalizes and gives shine.
- Excellent cure for dandruff. By adding 2 drops of oil in a tablespoon of shampoo, you will make a wonderful composition. A week of application gives a visible result.
- To strengthen the hair structure and ensure its rapid growth, oregano oil is used for head massage.
- Warts will not like the following mixture: 1 part oregano oil and 3 parts coconut oil. The oil mixture is heated in a water bath. She is treated with warts. The same medicine will save you from corns.
- Used in SPA procedures, providing relaxation and delivering aromatic pleasure.
- Soap, which contains oregano oil, perfectly cleans the skin. Indispensable for those who have enlarged pores and oily skin.
- It is used to get rid of cellulite.
Aromatherapy
Oregano essential oil will bring a lot of pleasure, whether it is taking a bath or just adding oil to the aroma lamp. Its aroma will restore calm and tranquility to the internal state, return the body to a state of balance.
It is an indispensable tool for insomnia and neurotic states.
It is especially useful to add a few drops (3-4) of oregano oil to the aroma lamp during epidemics of the influenza virus. With antiviral properties, it will save your house from diseases.
Impact on bioenergy
The aroma of oregano oil contributes to the development of the process of self-improvement. In case of violations of the integrity of the structure of our bioenergy component, it helps to restore it.
The bioenergetic envelope is destroyed by bad deeds, hot-temperedness, nervousness. Oil will help to realize their mistakes and correct them in the future. One of the most powerful effects on consciousness, brings it to a higher level. Life collisions are perceived much thinner.
It is not by chance that for a long time there was a belief that the oil of oregano impedes the commission of rash and impulsive acts.
My oregano essential oil relaxes me very psychologically. For me, an indispensable tool after a nervous situation at work.