In order to make neroli oil, it is necessary to collect and process a whole ton of snow-white orange tree flowers, which are about to blossom. As a result of laborious work involving fast processing, from such a quantity of flowers only 500 ml of oil is obtained. Therefore, neroli oil, the use of which has a wide range and many therapeutic properties, is considered an invaluable gift of nature and is a very expensive product.
Neroli oil
The composition of neroli oil includes such components as nerolidol, jasmone, eugenol, farnesol, linalool, dipentene, geraniol, pinene, nerol, ocimene, camphene. Thanks to them, this kind of oil has an exquisite refined aroma and is used in perfumery of the highest class. A particularly good combination is Neroli oil with such oils:
- benzoin;
- geranium;
- myrrh;
- roses;
- rosemary;
- all citrus and spicy oils.
Useful properties of Neroli oil
Neroli oil has the properties to fight viruses and strengthen immunity, so it is often used to treat influenza and herpes. It is also:
- stabilizes the heart rhythm;
- has anticonvulsant and antispasmodic effect;
- eliminates abnormalities in the digestive system, deficiency of enzymes, normalizing all digestion processes;
- is an easy diuretic and decongestant.
Neroli oil has been widely used in aromatherapy for the treatment of neuroses and arrhythmias. The aromas of neroli favorably affect the elimination of insomnia and neurotic conditions. This oil is a strong enough sexual stimulant, it can be used in the complex treatment of impotence and frigidity. Also, neroli oil is used to restore the menstrual cycle and normalize the endocrine system.
This oil is also in demand in cosmetology. Very often, professional cosmetologists recommend the use of Neromi oil as a moisturizing and revitalizing component for the face. It also has a rejuvenating and smoothing effect, which is why Neromi oil is added to the cream from stretch marks and wrinkles. With its help eliminate cracks in the skin, eczema, acne, as it helps to renew skin cells. As an additive to shampoo or conditioner, neroli oil is used to strengthen hair, make it silky and fight with dandruff.
Methods of applying neroli oil
Neroli oil is increasingly used in folk medicine in the form of inhalations for the treatment of colds. For this procedure, 1-3 drops of oil are taken and inhaled with an inhaler for 10-15 minutes up to three times a day.
Compresses with this oil can be both cold and hot. They have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. For their preparation, you need 5-7 drops of oil and 100 ml of water. It is necessary to moisten and lightly wring out the cotton tissue in this solution and apply it to the diseased organ.
For grinding and massage, which are known to be good assistants in inflammatory processes in muscles and have a beneficial effect on the digestive and circulatory system, use neroli oil in proportions of 5-7 drops per 10 ml of vegetable oil.
As for contraindications, it should be noted that neroli oil acts in parallel as an easy form of sleeping pills, therefore, people who are not interested in using this essential oil are children, pregnant women and allergies.