By oral intake
Oral intake is generally used for digestive comfort. This route of absorption is contraindicated in cases of gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcer, esophageal reflux. Possible incompatibility with certain treatments. The medication should be taken 2 to 3 hours. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
How? Essential oils should never be put pure in the mouth. They are not soluble in water. Take them preferably in a teaspoonful of cooking oil (olive, sunflower ...) or mother tincture (in pharmacy). In some cases, it is advisable to place the drops on a piece of sugar or bread crumbs; Then drink a glass of water (lukewarm if possible).
By dermal application
Essential oils easily cross the skin to join the bloodstream. Their action is local or general. In all cases, avoid sensitive areas and mucous membranes.
Dermal application is suitable in many situations.
How? HEs are usually used in dilution in vegetable oil. You will apply them in massage, exceptionally in friction, either near the zone concerned, or on a nerve center (solar plexus, spine ...), or on a well vascularized zone: wrist, elbow or knee crease, Feet
atmospheric diffusion
Atmospheric diffusion is particularly suitable for HEs with a sanitizing or relaxing aim. It is the ideal way to clean the rooms to live ... and to relax!
The diffusion is never carried out continuously. Recommended rate:
- in an empty room, 15 to 20 minutes two to three times a day;
- in an occupied room, 5 to 10 minutes every hour or every two hours.
Quantity for 24 hours: 20 to 30 drops (depending on the flow rate of the appliance).
Good to know: some HE exhaling an odor too strong (risk of headaches), are to diffuse in moderation, or in mixture with another.
Practical advice: do not forget to regularly clean the diffuser (risk of filling the nozzles).
Inhalation
Mainly for respiratory well-being and relaxation.
- Wet Inhalation: pour boiling water into a bowl, or better in an inhaler, adding 1 or 2 drops of EH; Breathe in steam for 5 minutes, closing eyes.
- Dry inhalation: pour a few drops on a handkerchief and place it under the nose (do not use it to blow your nose or wipe your eyes).
