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The properties of palmarose essential oil are diverse. It is appreciated as a disinfectant, anti-inflammatory agent. Often used in cosmetology, normalizing metabolic processes in tissues and skin. It has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, helping to cope with stress and restore healthy sleep.
Benefits of palmarose essential oil
Palmarosa is a herbaceous plant with tall shoots and flowering tops. The foliage has a strong, persistent scent. Palmarosa belongs to the same family as citronella, the lemon grass. Has a very pleasant aroma reminiscent of geranium and rose. The homeland of the plant is India, and for some time it began to be grown in Africa, South America and other countries. Palmarosa is often used in Indian medicine as a remedy for fever and some infectious diseases. Today, the plant continues to be used against many diseases of the gastrointestinal tract of a bacterial nature. They are also treated for loss of appetite and sluggish digestion.
The essential oil of the plant has excellent cosmetic properties. It moisturizes the skin well, regulates the formation and secretion of sebum, and has a positive effect on regeneration. Since it contains antiseptic components, it is especially often used for problematic skin of the face and hands, and is used for some forms of dermatitis. With regular use, it smoothes wrinkles and tones the skin. Palmarose oil is often mixed with other oils (floral, citrus, woody) and is used for massage, baths, and treatment of nervous diseases.
It has many of the following properties:
- antiviral;
- antiseptic;
- anti-sclerotic;
- bactericidal;
- antimicrobial;
- antioxidant;
- immunomodulatory;
- regenerating;
- moisturizing;
- vasoconstrictor;
- miotic.
The essential oil is known for its antibacterial properties.
Essential oil composition
The ingredients in an essential oil can vary. As a rule, it depends on the place of growth of the raw material and on the type of plant. However, the main substance is geraniol, it is mandatory. The rest of the ingredients:
- caryophyllene;
- citral;
- linalool;
- limonene;
- humulent;
- nerol;
- terpineol;
- myrcene.
This is an incomplete list of the components that make up the ether medium. In total, experts have identified about 50 compounds, excluding vitamins and minerals that enhance the properties of the drug.
It is produced using steam distillation, which is traditional in the creation of aromatic preparations. At the same time, both fresh raw materials and dried grass are used in production. A more concentrated product is obtained from a dry plant, which is used in minimal dosages.
How to use palmarosa essential oil
Palmarose essential oil is widely used in folk medicine, cosmetology, aromatherapy. It is important to follow simple rules.
Palmarosa essential oil for health
It has medicinal properties, which is why it is used for some health problems:
- improves the elasticity of tissues, muscles, joints;
- increases the body's defenses, endurance;
- relieves the body of pathogenic microorganisms;
- restores intestinal microflora;
- improves digestion;
- normalizes blood pressure;
- lowers the temperature;
- reduces the manifestation of symptoms during menopause;
- has anti-sclerotic properties;
- helps in the treatment of cystitis, urethritis, vaginitis.
The positive properties of essential oil also extend to the human nervous system. It regulates the psycho-emotional state, helps to cope with depression, and improves performance. It is successfully used during the rehabilitation period after operations, injuries, serious illnesses.
Palmarose essential oil in cosmetology
An important property of palmarose essential oil for cosmetology is to give the skin freshness and aroma. In addition, it is used to solve the following problems:
- elimination of acne, acne;
- treatment of skin infections - dermatitis, fungal infections, eczema;
- healing of cracks, bedsores, wounds, skin ulcers;
- elimination of wilting, sagging skin, stretch marks, scars, age spots, irritation;
- relief of itching, swelling, burning after insect bites.
The oil has the properties of a deodorant, since it regulates the activity of sweat glands well and prevents the appearance of an unpleasant odor. Often used as a means for intimate hygiene.
The magical properties of palmarose essential oil
Some believe that the scent of palmarosa is endowed with magical properties and is able to heal and protect. Many people use this particular scent for meditation, because thanks to its properties, it allows you to relax and rejuvenate.
Contraindications and side effects
Palmarosa essential oil has a small number of contraindications for use. It is unambiguous that it should not be used for some problems with the gastrointestinal tract inside. It is also not recommended to use the product during pregnancy and lactation. Be wary of children, especially up to 5 years. People prone to allergies should be very careful. In addition, a possible individual intolerance to certain components of the drug cannot be ruled out.
Terms and conditions of storage
Palmarose oil contains many natural ingredients. It should be stored for no more than 5 years in a dark, cool place.
Conclusion
The properties of palmarose essential oil are unique as it is completely natural. It is widely used in cosmetology to improve the structure of the skin of the face, neck, hands, to restore hair smoothness, and to solve some dermatological problems. In folk medicine, it helps to treat many diseases of an infectious nature, has a positive effect on the human nervous system.
