Essential oils and their benefits

Essential oils are naturally existing compounds extracted from plants or flowers, depending on the properties it possesses. The plant’s flavour is captured in the extract, and the combination of flavour and scent is collectively called the ‘essence’. Pure essential oils are procured through methods like cold pressing and distillation. The extract is added to a carrier oil which is then ready for use. Oils are considered pure only if no chemicals are added, like Santé’s range of essential oils, which helps during a headache, hangover, joint pain and so on. Leading a natural lifestyle for sustainable well-being has recently gained a lot of popularity and rightly so, giving rise to essential oils as an effective and healthier alternative to regular medicines.

Aromatherapy

One of the major components of essential oil is the fragrance, of course. The popularity of these aesthetic and effective oils also put light on the age-old technique of aromatherapy, which is therapy through scents and fragrances. Certain aromatic oils have the power of healing conveniently and is a step closer to choosing a healthier lifestyle. Aromatherapy functions on the basis of triggering certain memories through different fragrances. Our olfactory senses play a significant role in helping one relax through smells. When you walk down a lane that looks and feels familiar, followed by a fragrance you’re acquainted with, you will instantly go back in time and relive that memory with the same emotions you felt. This power of smell coupled with efficient aromatherapy helps in the overall health and well-being of an individual.

Aromatherapy is carried out by inhaling certain essential oils, depending on each one’s preference. The aroma targets a part of the brain called the limbic system, responsible for long term memory, emotions and behaviors. This system is also responsible to control breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure, so aromatherapy works best in keeping these in check. It is truly magical to inhale fragrances that help you de-stress after a long day at work!

Benefits of essential oils:

Owing to the recent popularity of essential oils being used as makeup, it has stirred up curiosity about the benefits that come with it. We’re here to take you through the benefits of essential oils, and also explain why aromatherapy is a great alternative to usual medicines:

1. Stress - Certain essential oils treat mental and physical stress as the aroma triggers the pain points, enables relaxation, and heals on application to the skin. Oils of Lavender and Sandalwood are the key ingredients when dealing with stress.
2. Anxiety - In today’s fast paced world, the occurrence of anxiety has multiplied many fold. Peppermint essential oil is the go-to option to keep anxiety under control. Bergamot, Lavender, Geranium, Lemon, Sandalwood, and Cedarwood oils together in limited portions make a great combination that help alleviate anxiety and streamline the heart rate.
3. Pain - Applying Santé’s signature essential oils on specific pressure points supports speedy healing and recovery from pain. Be it a headache, joint or muscle pain, a mixture of Peppermint, Menthol crystals, Orange Oil, Eucalyptus Oil, Clove Leaf Oil, Clove Bud Oil along with some Cinnamon and camphor oil will help you bid goodbye to your pain without the intake of any tablet/capsule!

Top 3 must-have oils:

Essential oils exist in over 90 types. Multiple combinations work for different stress areas on one’s body and you can specifically pick what makes you feel the best. Here, we will talk about the top three must-have essential oils:

1. Lavender Essential Oil

Apart from the gorgeous colour that lavender is, the essential oil extracted from the lavender plant is beneficial for multiple reasons. It is the most renowned essential oil and is found on every aromatherapist or aroma enthusiast’s bed table. On mixing Lavender oil with the goodness of Jojoba Oil, Ylang Ylang Oil, Frankincense Oil, and Lemon oil in appropriate portion sizes, the result is an essential oil that helps regulate sleep cycles. At Santé, lavender oil is one of the key ingredients that go into making sleep oil. Every ingredient has properties that add to the effectiveness of the oil. Lavender oil is by far the most convenient alternative to medicines. Make a choice for your well-being and go natural today!

2. Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint is a hybrid plant that is a combination of watermint and spearmint. A hybrid plant’s essential extracts contain both the parent plants’ properties, making this oil quite potent. Often referred to as an aromatic herb, it is beneficial for multiple aches and pains. Being a part of the mint family, this oil’s smell and taste are fresh and revitalizing. The refreshing fragrance helps relieve stress and leaves a soothing effect that helps muscles relax. At Santé, peppermint oil is a favourite and goes into almost everything in our catalogue. Peppermint essential oil is revolutionary and a must-have if you’re prone to frequent headaches or hangovers!l oil is the go-to option to keep anxiety under control. Bergamot, Lavender, Geranium, Lemon, Sandalwood, and Cedarwood oils together in limited portions make a great combination that help alleviate anxiety and streamline the heart rate.

3. Sandalwood Essential Oil

Sandalwood is related to the rich culture and tradition in India. It is also well known in Ayurveda, owing to its rich healing properties. The essence of Sandalwood is extracted from the heartwood of varied species, and due to its naturally strong fragrance, it is the perfect choice for aromatherapy. Inhaling Sandalwood essential oil helps with nausea and anxiety, enabling speedy relaxation of the mind and the body. The atmosphere filled with a sandalwood aroma is always pleasant and helps calm one’s nerves. Say goodbye to all the anxiety attacks and switch to choosing an alternative way to treat them.

Essential oils are the way to go if you’re looking to lead a healthy and happy life. Instead of consuming chemicals and medicines that may have side effects, aromatherapy with essential oils leaves you feeling relaxed and joyous as it targets the part of the brain responsible for emotions and behaviours. Choose to go organic and natural for a new, better, and healthy you!