Many people love lilac. And there is absolutely nothing surprising in this. She delights us with magnificent flowers and a wonderful pleasant aroma. True, not everyone knows what medicinal properties lilac oil has. But it can help the body cope with many diseases.
Lilac oil. Indications for use
So, more details. Lilac oil is most often used for joint diseases (rheumatism, gout, arthritis). The drug is also used in the treatment of bronchitis, colds, sore throats, flu, as a means for inhalation. In aromatherapy, lilac oil is used to increase sexual desire, female and male libido. Some skin diseases are also treated with this herbal preparation. In addition, this fragrance relieves stress and all kinds of nervous disorders.
Infused and essential oil
These means must be distinguished. Infused lilac oil is a rather complex substance. What does it mean? This is not just a "poor relative" of essential oil. Their properties are not identical. Although they are similar. Infused oil perfectly complements essential oil, as it can absorb thoseplant substances that are absent in the essential oil.
Oils differ from each other not only in quality, but also in the method of obtaining. The essential oil is extracted from the plant itself. There is absolutely nothing added to it. Infused oil is obtained from leaves and flowers placed in a container filled with vegetable oil. It will keep for about 3 weeks in a warm place. The discolored leaves and flowers are removed and replaced with fresh batches until all the fragrance has been absorbed into the carrier oil. Until it reaches its maximum strength.
Using essential oil
And now, in order. Lilac essential oil is extracted from its tree bark. Its use can significantly reduce joint and muscle pain, as well as alleviate the symptoms of respiratory diseases, and with prolonged use as inhalations, completely get rid of them. Headaches and chills with a cold are relieved by rubbing whiskey oil. Exciting bright aroma successfully relieves sexual disorders. It treats oil and skin inflammations - purulent acne, acne, boils. In addition, it perfectly tones and has an antibacterial and antiviral effect. Lilac oil can also be mixed with other oils. The main thing to remember is that it should only be used externally.
Lilac essential oil is a rather economical remedy. For an aroma lamp, you need only five drops, for an aroma bath - three, for an aroma pendant - two. In massage oil (ten grams) is addedfive drops of lilac oil. In the inhaler - two drops. For a compress, you need four drops per ten grams of alcohol. Three to four drops per five milligrams are added to cosmetics. In colognes, perfumes and soaps, oil is added for perfumery purposes. In a word, this tool is multifunctional.
We infuse oil at home
Next option. You can make infused lilac oil at home. To do this, collect flowers in May. Let them dry in the sun, and then - under a canopy. You can use both purple and white flowers. They contain not only essential oils, but also syringin (a special glycoside) and other organic substances.
During flowering, harvest more leaves. Only here it is necessary to dry them immediately in the shade (in a well-ventilated area or in the open air). Leaves, like flowers, have healing and anti-inflammatory effects.
Mix leaves and flowers in equal proportions. Three hundred grams of the mixture is poured with a liter of sunflower oil. The remedy is infused on the windowsill in a glass container for a month. In this case, the rays of the sun should fall on the oil layer. Do not forget to shake the tincture from time to time. After a month, strain it and hide it in the closet.
Helpful tips
Lilac oil has very useful properties. The main thing is not to harm yourself. For example, pay attention to the fact that this remedy can treat skindiseases, however, in the event that you need to do rubbing, areas of the skin prone to the appearance of boils and rashes should be bypassed.
Before applying oil to the skin, heat it slightly in a water bath. Just take precautions. The temperature should not exceed forty degrees. If you are treating small joints in the feet and hands, try warm baths.
Flowers and leaves must be collected in a forested area or outside the city. In general, away from factories and roads.
Follow these recommendations and you will get a great remedy. The main thing is to know how to use it correctly. Pay attention also to individual tolerance. People prone to allergic reactions should consult a doctor before using the oil.
