Essential oils are nothing more than the pure water of the plant, obtained through a refining process. They are well-known for their sweet aroma and healing properties and are therefore widely used to treat allergies. It is proven that essential oil can give mental, physical, spiritual or emotional relaxation. You can apply it to your skin, diffuse it in the air, add it to your bath or use it in many other ways. Here are some of the essential oils used to treat allergies:
Tea Tree Oil
This is one of the most popular types of essential oil, extracted from the famous Australian plant “Melaleuca alternifloria”. This is really helpful for getting relief from various allergy conditions and skin problems like fungus infections or blemishes. It is found in various beauty care products.
Peppermint Oil
This type of oil is really helpful for purifying and stimulating the mind. It also helps get rid of allergies and boost your memory. It has the ability to treat indigestion, respiratory problems, headaches, nausea, common fever and many other diseases.
Mentha Citrata Oil
This oil has a characteristic lemon scent. It has analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic and diaphoretic properties which make it highly demanded in various medicinal industries. It is also used to make tea.
Mentha Spearmint Oil
This is generally extracted by steaming the flowering tops of the spearmint plant. Demand for mentha spearmint oil is always high in various pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food and insecticide industries. This type of essential oil is also known for its soothing and refreshing aroma.
Indian Basil Oil
Also known as Tulsi and used for worship in various religious ceremonies in India, this oil is extracted from the king of herbs, basil. Since ancient times, it has been well-known for its help in getting rid of allergies, oral care, respiratory disorders, asthma, lung disorders, heart diseases, stress and many other health issues. It can also protect you from many infections.
Lavender Oil
This is one of the most versatile oils and is mostly used for its relaxing effects. Its scent is really helpful for reducing the stress hormones in your blood. You can also sprinkle a few drops on your pillow to get rid of allergies and get better sleep.
Rose
Rose, also known as Rosa damascena, can either be obtained through solvent extraction or steam distillation. Its possible applications include depression, eczema, frigidity, aging, menopause and stress.
Jasmine
Jasmine is a solvent-extracted essential oil with a deep brown colour. Its potential applications include allergies, depression, dry skin, exhaustion, labour pains and sensitive skin.
Petitgrain
Citrus aurantium, also known as Petitgrain, is an essential oil obtainable through steaming. It is a potential treatment for allergies, fatigue, oily skin and stress.
Roman Chamomile
Chamomile, botanically named Anthemis nobilis, is a gray essential oil that helps treat allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, earache, flatulence, headaches, inflamed skin, insect bites, insomnia, nausea, neuralgia, PMS, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains and stress.
Eucalyptus Oil
This is really helpful for relieving a cold or common allergies that affect your breathing and make you congested. It also has antibacterial properties and helps improve your immune system.
