Many do not even suspect that they have on their site a unique remedy for many diseases and this is an ordinary myrtle. They use it in folk medicine and cosmetology to cope with different problems. Apply, as part of the plant, like the essential oil.
Myrtle the ordinary - what is it?
This plant is an evergreen and woody shrub or a stunted tree. It can be grown not only on the street, but also at home. Myrtle is a fragrant plant that has opposite leathery leaves of dark green color with a polished surface. His flowers are single or numerous, collected in short brushes. The essential oil contained in the plant is used in aromatherapy, perfumery and medicine. In ancient times the myrtle wreath was one of the main decorations of the bride.
Than the myrtle is useful?
Thanks to the conducted researches the scientists managed to prove the presence of numerous useful properties:
- The use of myrtle for the body is the presence of a bactericidal, astringent and antitumoral effect. The plant heals wounds well, fights toxins and inflammations, and also reduces painful sensations.
- Prevents perspiration and has hemostatic effect.
- Positively affects the activity of the heart, so the work of the organ improves, cardiac irregularities are eliminated and so on.
- Myrtle common is effective in inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, for example, with gastritis and colitis.
- When applied externally, the plant has a healing and tonic effect, so it is effective for dermatitis, psoriasis, lichen, calluses and other similar problems.
- Promotes toning of muscle tissue.
- Myrtle, whose useful properties are confirmed by scientists, has an analgesic effect, so it is recommended to use it for headaches.
- Favorably affects the eyesight, helping to cope with cataracts and other eye problems.
- It works well on the functioning of the nervous system and stimulates mental activity.
Myrtle - application in folk medicine
To get rid of many diseases use leaves, flowers, fruits and not stiff branches. Fresh raw materials are used for cooking essential oils, and in dry form for infusions and decoction. Myrtle is used in folk medicine since ancient times, and after research, the plant began to be used in traditional medicine. It is included in various ointments, powders and other medicines. Fruits are used to make medicinal wine. Even with a pot of myrtle in my house, you can clean the air in the room.
Myrtle from coughing
Folk remedies, including myrtle, help to reduce coughing attacks, remove inflammations and destroy bacteria. It is worth highlighting a strong expectorant effect. Relief can be felt after the first use.
- If you are interested in how to brew myrtle, then prepare 1 liter of boiling water and send to it 100 g of dry leaves and 30 g of pine buds. After boiling, cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the plate and insist the day in a warm place. When this time has passed, add sugar and orange peel to the broth to taste. Again put the product on the stove and boil for another 15 minutes, stirring. It will stop straining and pour the syrup into a glass container. Drink on the throat to eight times a day. Keep the medicine in a cool place.
- To get medical tincture myrtle, take 1 tbsp. Spoon the crushed dry leaves and send them into a container of dark glass. Pour 1 tbsp. vodka or use 70% alcohol. The duration of infusion is a week, and the container should be placed in a closet away from the sun. After the allotted time is over, strain the tincture and wring out the raw material. Gargle should be rinsed up to five times a day, adding in 1/3 of st. warm water five drops of tincture.
Myrtle - cosmetology
Aromatic oil is used for cosmetic purposes, and it is known for its great benefit, affecting the cellular level, which results in more intense nutrition and hydration. The myrtle plant restores the local immunity of the epidermis, which protects against the negative effects of wind, sun and so on. Essential oil fights well with inflammatory processes and has an antioxidant effect. Positively affects the condition of the hair, strengthening the follicles and improving the structure of the hair.
Myrtle for hair
To make curls healthy and cope with existing problems, you need to know how to correctly use myrtle hair oil.
- The easiest way to use it is to add a few drops to a normal shampoo or mask.
- Coping with dandruff can be done with a simple mask, for which mix 50 g of yogurt, yolk and 0.5 teaspoon of myrtle oil ordinary. Apply homogeneous mass for half an hour, wrap on top with a film and a towel.
Myrtle for the face
Use the plant can be in different recipes that help cope with skin problems and the most popular options include such means:
- Take a handful of fresh leaves and pour them 300 ml of boiling water. Insist before cooling and pour the infusion into ice molds. Wipe them face every morning.
- Coping with rashes and painful acne can be done with such a means: mix 2 teaspoons of grape seed oil with a drop of wheat germ , and add 7 drops of myrtle oil. Lubricate such a problem with a problem. Rinse the rests using a lotion, for which mix 50 ml of rose water and five drops of myrtle ether.
Myrtle - aromatherapy
Essential oil is obtained not from wood, but from shoots together with leaves that are ground, and then subjected to steam distillation. Grass myrtle is used to get a liquid slightly orange oil. The aroma of the ether is slightly bitter, similar to eucalyptus and cypress. It should be noted that myrtle oil perfectly combines with other oils and has many useful properties:
- Influences the activity of the nervous system, helping to calm down in a stressful situation, cope with fatigue , depression and insomnia. Myrtle vulgaris is an active aphrodisiac.
- It is an effective antiseptic and quickly copes with bacteria, so the action of myrtle is compared with medical antibiotics.
- It copes well with respiratory tract infections, so it can be used for inhalations.
- To perform massages in the cream, add oil, given that 15 g should account for 4-6 drops.