What if we saw the glass half full and took advantage of winter to start a wellness routine? In this article, discover some tips for staying healthy naturally with essential and plant oils!
The “beauty” morning
Weekends and vacation periods are sometimes more conducive to indulging in the luxury of taking that much-needed time for yourself. This can be very helpful in reducing daily frustration and the stress that can result. Sometimes it's just a few minutes that make all the difference. Here are some ideas for taking care of yourself naturally, starting in the morning.
- Make a mouthwash with coconut vegetable oil ► “Coconut vegetable oil: one product, 5 possibilities, and a smell to die for” ;
- Brush your teeth by adding 1 drop of Tea-tree Essential Oil , known for its disinfectant properties;
- After your shower , remember to moisturize your skin. To do this, choose the vegetable oil of your choice. This season , cranberry vegetable oil is ideal because it soothes and tones the skin. It can also be an excellent base for a radiance-boosting serum or protection against external aggressions such as the cold or pollution.
To learn more about the use of Vegetable Oils, go to the detailed article ► “Your practical guide to vegetable oils”.
Lunchtime “digestion and fitness”
Whether you're working remotely or at the office, after lunch it's not uncommon to feel a bit down and/or lacking motivation to tackle the rest of your day.
- Peppermint Essential Oil : known and recognized for its energizing properties, Peppermint Essential Oil acts as a mental and digestive tonic, it acts on your nervous system to restore your morale and give you the necessary boost.
Tip: after eating, 1 drop or 1 pearl of Peppermint Essential Oil under the tongue to combat a little fatigue and provide good breath; - Grapefruit Essential Oil : In the citrus category, Grapefruit Essential Oil has undeniable qualities to help you regain your good mood, your energy and aid your digestion. Its scent creates a joyful atmosphere and its energizing active ingredients help to chase away dark thoughts.
The afternoon “movement”
It can't be stressed enough: exercising is essential for your health. And if your favorite gym is closed right now, why not work out at home? There's no shortage of exercises, and neither are online videos about them! Jumping rope, core strengthening, jogging, or even yoga are all activities that don't necessarily require a lot of investment or equipment.
If you've overdone your workouts and are now suffering from cramps or muscle problems, consider using Essential Oils . and plants to relieve you!
- Wintergreen Essential Oil : This is the favorite essential oil of top athletes, it is ideal for muscle problems or cramps. Wintergreen essential oil is composed of more than 95% methyl salicylate, an active ingredient commonly used in pharmacy for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects.
Local route: 3 to 4 drops to be diluted in 4 drops of Arnica Vegetable Oil (3 times a day); - Arnica. If you want to enhance the effect of the Essential Oil, opt for Arnica vegetable oil, known for its anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties.
- If you are looking for ready-made solutions based on Essential Oils to relieve your muscles and joints, consider our Aromalgic range.
In the evening, we “unwind”
After eating, it's almost time to go to sleep and there's nothing like establishing little evening rituals for a peaceful sleep... Obviously, as you probably know, screens are not recommended one hour before bedtime, so it's better to enjoy a nice bath, a book or why not a little hour of meditation?
Here is a simple synergy to achieve to promote inner emptiness during your meditation session. Combine:
- 5 drops of Noble Chamomile EO;
- 5 drops of Ylang Ylang HE;
- 10 drops of Rosewood EO;
- 80 drops of apricot kernel vegetable oil.
Massage 3 drops of the synergy onto your arch or solar plexus.
Bedtime “we relax”
It's time to go to sleep! 15 minutes before going to bed, remember to spray Aromanoctis spray with calming essential oils of true lavender, bitter orange blossom, and noble chamomile.
If you have an essential oil diffuser, you can create an atmosphere conducive to relaxation and sleep. To do this, use 15 drops of essential oils for a 30-minute session with an ultrasonic diffuser. The essential oils to choose are those recommended for their anti-stress action. Choose those with a scent you like, and mix them to diversify the spheres of action.
Here are some of them:
- Mandarin (Citrus reticulata);
- Sweet orange (Citrus sinensis);
- Small grain bigarade (Citrus aurantium ssp amara);
- True lavender (Lavandula angustifolia ssp angustifolia);
- Noble Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile).
Do you prefer a ready-made essential oil blend for your diffuser ? The "Sleep" diffuser is made with bitter orange, lavender, mandarin, bergamot, true lavender, and noble chamomile.
