Sandalwood is an evergreen tree native to India, Philippines, China, Australia, and Indonesia. In botanical terms, Sandalwood is also known as Santalnum album. It is also known as “East Indian sandalwood, santal oil, white or yellow sandalwood oil, or white Saunders oil. It belongs to the family of Santalaceae. It has small flowers which contain many short stalks. Sandalwood belongs to the class of aromatic woods, which are knowns as perfume trees. Famous aromatic wood trees are cedar, cinnamon wood, and rosewood. Sandalwood trees grow about 8 to 12 meters in height and 2.5 meters in girth.
Sandalwood Oil
The Sandalwood tree has leathery leaves in pairs. The roots and trees have a yellow aromatic oil, which is known as sandalwood oil. The smell of sandalwood oil is so refreshing, and it persists in the articles, such as furniture or boxes, for years. Sandalwood oil is extracted from the heartwood by the process of steam distillation. The average yield of oil is almost from 3.0% to 6.0%. The sandalwood oil smell is very famous because of its sweet, powerful, and lasting odor. The sandalwood trees grow slowly and almost take 30 years for the heartwood to become frugally beneficial in India.
Uses of Sandalwood
Sandalwood in any form, be it solid or in oily form, has numerous uses in our daily lives. It plays a vital role in healing many skin conditions. Some of them are:
Sandalwood in self-care products like fragrances, body lotions, massage products, hair care products, sunscreen, shampoo, and acne medications.
Sandalwood oil is used as a fragrance in incense, perfumes, cosmetics, and soaps.
Sandalwood in cleaning products, like in laundry detergents and all-purpose cleaners.
Sandalwood in pest control products.
Sandalwood in aromatherapy. Using sandalwood oil in aromatherapy helps to promote calmness, lower stress, and improves sleep quality.
Sandalwood can also be used to enhance flavors in foods.
Health Benefits of Sandalwood
Sandalwood has various health benefits. It can be used as an antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, antiphlogistic, carminative, disinfectant, diuretic, hypotensive, and memory-enhancing properties.
It is a great antiseptic agent and is safe to use internally and externally. It is used to treat acne, sores, boils, and pimple infections.
It is a strong anti-inflammatory agent. It has a very cool soothing effect and provides instant relief to the inflammation in the gastrointestinal, brain, nervous, circulatory, and excretory systems.
It is a great natural relaxant and has a wonderful sedative effect against spasms. It is very effective in treating cramps, aches, and colds.
Sandalwood oil is amazing to lower blood pressure as it contains hypotensive agents. It can be applied externally and will still help to lower hypertension.
Sandalwood fortifies dental health as it has astringent properties. It helps to stop bleeding gums, healing minor wounds, and cleansing of mouth.
Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil – Ayurvedic Properties of One of the Most Versatile Essential Oils
Are you suffering from stress, anxiety, tension, acne, pain, or breathing problem? You’ll be surprised to hear that there is ONE solution for all these sufferings, which is the Lavender Essential Oil. Lavender is one of the most versatile of all essential oils. The benefits of this oil were learned 2500 years ago. It easily a very powerful essential oil. It is an inexpensive oil full of health benefits. Therapeutic grade essential oil is highly regarded for skin conditions, along with having a relaxing effect on the body and mind. Besides treating all the above-mentioned sufferings, it extensively aids to treat sleeping problems and enhance blood circulation in the human body. Moreover, it can be used as a deodorant and an amazing cleanser for household items.
In modern Ayurveda, it is also known as an antibacterial essential oil. The lavender essential oil has health benefits but it also comes handy when needed in the home as a bug repellent due to its pungent smell. Below mentioned are the details about the Lavender essential oil:
Botanical Name: Lavendula Officinalis
Dosha: PK↓, V (Neutral)
Taste: Pungent
Energy: Slightly Cooling
Actions: Carminative, diuretic, antispasmodic, antiseptic, analgesic, galactagogue, stimulant, and balancing.
Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil
Stimulates Wound Healing
This essential oil helps to speed up the process of wound healing. It stimulates the healing process of minor cuts, burns, and bruises.
Reduces Stress and Anxiety
Lavender Essential Oil has powerful anxiolytic abilities as it contains terpenoids like linalool and linalyl acetate. When applied in the right way it helps to relieve stress and anxiety.
Treats Respiratory Disorders
Problems like asthma, flu, cough, sinus congestion, throat infection, tonsillitis, colds, and whooping cough can be treated by using Lavender Essential Oil. It aids to loosen up the phlegm and relieve congestion related to any of the respiratory problems.
Improves Sleep
Due to its calming properties, this essential oil when applied on your pillowcase and bedsheets ensure a good night’s sleep. It also helps to treat insomnia.
Anti-bacterial and Anti-Viral Properties
Lavender Essential Oil properties like anti-bacterial and anti-viral, making it perfect to fight against diseases like typhoid, TB, and diphtheria.
Fights Acne
Young people, as well as adults whenever get acne to feel uncomfortable and embarrassed. But Lavender Essential Oil has anti-bacterial properties which help to fight stubborn acne and reduces the acne scar. A quick tip is to add a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil into your skin creams.
Relives Pain
Lavender Essential Oil is amazing when it comes to reliving pains like muscles pain, sprains, backache, or lumbago. A good regular Lavender Essential Oil massage can do wonders to relieve pain.
Improves Blood Circulation
The Lavender Essential Oil reduces hypertension which aids to lower blood pressure. This gives amazing benefits to coronary conditions.
Hair Care
When Lavender Essential Oil is mixed with any carrier oil (like coconut or grapeseed oil) it has immense benefits on your hair. When it is massaged on the scalp daily, it can improve alopecia areata and hair loss.
Bug Repellent
Due to the pungent smell of Lavender Essential Oil, it is an excellent bug repellent. It can repel any type of bug-like moths, midges, or mosquitoes.
Helps in Digestion
The Lavender Essential Oil promotes the production of gastric juices and bile, which aids in the digestion of food. Good stomach digestion makes the symptoms like stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, colic, and nausea go away.
Anticancer Potential
Lavender Essential Oil has powerful properties due to which it is sometimes used as a complementary treatment to treat cancer.
Supports Brain Function
When applied to the temples of the head and back of the neck, the Lavender Essential Oil can support the nervous system. You can also inhale Lavender Essential Oil directly from the bottle and it will alleviate the stress symptoms quickly by supporting the nervous system and improving cognitive impairment.
A few other benefits of Lavender Essential Oil are:
Reduces Headaches
Stimulates Urine Flow
Helps against Eczema and Dermatitis
Helps to Naturally Treat Diabetes
At home, Lavender Essential Oil has the following benefits:
Natural Perfume and Aroma
Natural and Toxic-free Air Freshener
Natural and Chemical-free Lip Balm
Flavor Enhancer in Healthy Recipes
How To Use Lavender
It is very crucial to mention “How to use Lavender Essential Oil”, as for each benefit there is a different way of Lavender application. Remember, Lavender Essential Oil has versatile properties which make it gentle enough to apply directly to the skin.
Calming: Take a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil and rub it on the feet for a calming and relaxing effect on the body.
Sleep Aid: Rub a drop of Lavender on your palms and inhale. You can also diffuse a few drops of the oil before you go to bed in order to achieve a good night’s rest.
Bee Sting/Insect Bite: Place a drop of Lavender on a bee sting or insect bite in order to stop itching and reduce swelling.
Minor Burns: Put 2-3 drops of Lavender on a minor burn to decrease pain.
Cuts: Drop Lavender on a cut to stop bleeding, clean the wound, and kill bacteria.
Eczema/Dermatitis: Mix several drops of Lavender with a carrier oil such as coconut oil, or sesame seed oil. Use topically on eczema or dermatitis.
When Lavender Essential Oil is considered not safe?
When the Lavender Essential Oil is consumed orally, it is not safe and can be a threat to human life. If the people using Lavender Essential Oil notices any of the below-mentioned issues, it is advised to stop the use of Lavender Essential Oil immediately. The issues can be:
Stomach issues
Nausea
Vomiting
Skin rashes
Skin irritation
Headaches
Pain in joints
These are just the benefits of only one essential oil. Imagine what amazing benefits do other essential oils have. If you are curious to learn more about essential oils, here is my ebook which is available at a discounted price for now. Grab yours now, before its too late!
Spring is a beautiful time of the year, with new growth and new life. But it is also a time of allergies! Many susceptible people are affected by allergens and triggers for asthma. There are many over-the-counter antihistamines and anti-allergy medications, but these offer quick relief without addressing the cause, therefore your allergies and asthma will continue occurring. There are also many natural ingredients that also work and changing your lifestyle and dietary habits can strengthen your body and reduce your allergies and asthma.
Allergies
In Ayurveda, allergies are caused by allergens that aggravate a specific dosha, causing symptoms and imbalance in various body systems. If you are vata, you may experience vata-type allergies which would be different that a kapha allergy. Once you have identified the correct dosha, you can balance your dosha with the appropriate foods and lifestyle.
In Kapha type allergies one may experience high mucus production, cough, sinus, congestion, cold and water retention. Avoiding all types of dairy containing food such as milk, cream, yogurt, kefir, cheese etc. would be important. Try the Fab and Glowing Kapha Detox Program.
It is also easy to identify Pitta type allergies which causes flare ups such as, rashes, itching, heartburn, acidity, vomiting and stomach upset. Avoiding citrus fruits, fermented foods and nightshades such as potato, tomato and eggplant is highly beneficial. Check out the Fab and Glowing Pitta Detox Program.
Vata dosha allergy symptoms are sneezing, wheezing, headache and twitching etc. Avoiding nuts and beans would be beneficial at this time. Even sprouted beans or lentils may be harmful – so be careful before consumption. The Fab and Glowing Vata Detox Program will guide you towards the right direction.
The Fab and Glowing Ayurvedic Detox Program is created if you don’t know what to eat or how to balance your dosha or if you need a simple guide with recipes and meal plans.
The Ayurvedic recommendations include:
Detoxify your body
Improve digestion and elimination
Balance the dosha with diet and lifestyle changes – avoid triggers and remove food allergens
Strengthen the immune system
Aromatherapy is used in Ayurveda to balance your dosha and improve many health conditions. Essential oils are concentrated aromatic constituents in plants. They can come from flowers, woods, resins, barks, leaves, and roots. They enter the body in various ways, such as inhalation or through skin and make their way to various tissues. Inhalation of essential oils takes them straight to the brain (limbic system) to affect emotions, memory, appetite, and behaviours. For allergies and asthma, inhalation is a great way of directly affecting the respiratory system. Essential oils can be inhaled through a diffuser, a bath, though steam inhalation, or massage oils. If you apply them onto the skin, make sure you dilute them in a carrier oil. Essential oils that help against allergies include:
If you have a vata imbalance – Chamomile, lavender, clary sage
If you have a pitta imbalance – Lavender, lemongrass, rose
If you have a kapha imbalance – Eucalyptus, elecampane, patchouli, hyssop
To learn more about Ayurvedic Aromatherapy or how to safely apply Essential Oils you can see read my blog about Ayurvedic Essential Oil.
Other therapies that can assist
Apply neem oil topically for rashes or itchiness.
Cilantro leaf juice – drink small amount of cilantro juice is cooling and could subdue allergic symptoms.
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition of the airways, with narrowing of the airways that causes asthma symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, and mucus production. It is a hypersensitivity disorder in which the airways are susceptible and sensitive to triggers, which causes a release of histamine in the body. The narrowing airways either become inflamed, plugged with mucus, and constrict, or the muscles in the airway walls tighten and spasm. Allergies and asthma are connected because many people who have asthma, also have allergies. Also, many allergic triggers also trigger asthma.
There are natural remedies that strengthen the body and reduce these symptoms. In Ayurveda, asthma is an indication of increased kapha dosha production of mucus. Some general tips to reduce asthma include:
Avoid triggers
Follow an anti-inflammatory diet
Practice yoga and meditation to reduce stress and improve breathing
Improve digestion to reduce food sensitivities or undigested particles that can trigger immune reactions
Support the immune system
Essential oils can help with asthma. You can diffuse them or apply to the skin when they are diluted in a carrier oil.
-Peppermint oil – It is a decongestant (have you inhaled peppermint when your sinuses are clogged? It opens up your sinuses!). It is also antispasmodic.
-Eucalyptus – It decongests the airways and contains eucalyptol which breaks up phlegm. Eucalyptus is common in chest rubs because of its powerful decongestant effect.
-Chamomile – It is antispasmodic and relaxes the body. It can be diluted and rubbed on your chest
-Frankincense – It is a great anti-inflammatory agent and an expectorant (reduces mucus)
-Clove oil – It is antispasmodic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory. You can also inhale this or use in a chest rub.
-Lavender – It is a sedative and anti-inflammatory
Herbs and Spices
Here are some herbs and spices that can help with allergies and asthma:
Licorice – Has mucilage that is soothing and healing to the mucus membranes, and is also an expectorant to reduce excess mucus. In fact, one study showed it reduced inflammatory cell accumulation in the lungs.
Nettle – Reduces histamine, is anti-inflammatory, and is a nutrient-dense herb with iron, chlorophyll, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
Butterbur – This plant has shown benefits in studies for both allergies and asthma. It has a compound called petasin that blocks leukotrienes that cause inflammation. It reduces symptoms and is a bronchodilator.
Ginkgo biloba – It is an antihistamine and anti-inflammatory herb.
Ginger – This is a super-spice which is anti-inflammatory, reduces airway constriction, and relaxes smooth muscles. Make am anti-inflammatory tea of fresh ginger, turmeric, and minced garlic to reduce kapha mucus and inflammation.
Trikatu is an Ayurvedic blend of 3 pungent spices: ginger, black pepper, and long pepper. This helps reduce kapha symptoms such as mucus, cold and congestion.
Where to Buy Therapeutic Essential Oils for Aromatherapy
Essential oils available in health food stores, specialty stores and even sometimes online stores are NOT 100% pure, organic or wild crafted. Sometimes essential oils are derived from plant materials that are exposed to harmful pesticides or processed in another area far from the farm that grows the plant.
My Personal Story with Essential Oils
As a part of my passion for Ayurveda and self-healing, I practice healthy eating and support natural ways of healing the body. These Essential Oils changed my life and added a new dimension to my natural aid kit. I have never been the one to go for allopathic medicine for pain relief, reducing inflammation or getting rid of any digestive disturbances, rather I would make my Khichari or Kadha to get rid of these discomforts. Adding the Young Living Essential oils to my weekly Abhyanga and massaging them after diluting with carrier oils (Sesame Seed or Coconut Oil) has accelerated the healing time from an hour or a good night’s sleep to a few minutes ONLY!
I learned about Essential Oils and how to use them from my teacher at the Nutrition school. I was amazed, awed and filled with joy to learn about these mystical oils! They can be used to clean the house, create your own DIY beauty products, massage and inhalation. The best part about using essential oils – they work really fast. The instructor asked me to take off my shoes and rubbed a few drops of peppermint essential oil from Young Living under my feet. After rubbing the oil she looked at me and said, “tell me when.” I did not understand what she was implicating right then but in a few seconds the peppermint traveled to my mouth. It felt like I chewed peppermint gum or polo! I was so shocked at how fast in traveled through my body. It also had an impact on my vision which till today I do not know exactly how but my night vision seemed much stronger that day. (As you know I live with partial vision loss)
Which Company I Buy from and Why?
I came home that night and started doing vigorous research about the Young Living Essential Oils (YLEO). Initially I bought a few bottles but they seemed expensive. After six months or so trying other Essential Oils in the market, I decided to go with Young Living and signed up as a distributor. The Premium Kit ($173.75 CAD or $150 USD) is an absolute delish! But I will tell you all about it in a minute.
I use these essentials oils as a part of our holistic medicine kit. My husband absolutely adores Young Living and use Thieves to clean everything including our water filter! Young Living Essential Oils are 100% pure therapeutic grade oils. Young Living sets a standard for purity and authenticity. They carefully monitor every step of the production process and emphasize on “Seed to Seal” – meaning from the time the seed is planted to the time a Young Living Essential Oil is sealed.
Here is a great detailed guide on aromatherapy that describes essential oils to help you choose the right ones. It was written by the director of The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy in Louisiana.
How to SIGN UP for Essential Oils from Young Living?
Step 1: There are two ways you can start getting these oils
Buy Retail – chose “Retail Customer” where it says Sign up as.
Become a Wholesale Member – chose “Wholesale Member” where it says Sign up as.
Please keep on reading ‘Perks of Becoming a Wholesale Member’ before selecting.
Step 2: Sponsor ID
Yes, you can use my ID on the Sponsor and Enroller number. My # 1049453
Step 3: Add your Personal Information
Step 4: Click on the white box in the Terms and Condition area
Step 5: Fill in the Communication preference, create your user name and password
Step 6: Pick your start kit and essential reward kit (Must read ‘Young Living Premium Starter Kit for Smart Savings‘ below, before selecting)
Step 7: Fill out your credit card details.
Perks of Becoming a Wholesale Member:
There are many benefits of becoming a Wholesale member with Young Living.
You are NOT required to sell (just agree to order a minimum $50 per year which you will definitely use if you get addicted to Thieves Essential Oil or a couple of bottles of single oil such as peppermint, lavender and frankincense.)
You receive 24% off retail prices! Now that is a super catch.
You NEVER have to fulfill a minimum MONTHLY purchase.
Lifetime Membership: No yearly MEMBERSHIP FEE! Your first order will cover you for a year.
You have a choice to sign-up for auto-ship. It is not a requirement.
That’s it- congratulations!
After you have signed up you will receive a confirmation email– you can log into your back office right away and manage orders, check your team, and send messages.
Young Living Premium Starter Kit for Smart Savings ($173.75 CAD or $150 USD ONLY) – BEST VALUE
Young Living offers 3 start kits for Wholesale Members that offers everything you need to start enjoying wellness, healing, and abundance with essential oils, diffuser and a rich NingXia Red juice. The premium starter kit is the best deal. This is a retail value over $300 that you will be receiving for $173!
The 10 Everyday Oil Collection: Oils including Lavender, Peppermint, Lemon, Frankincense, PanAway (a nice massage oil that relaxes the muscles!), Peace and Calming, Thieves (best oil ever!!), Purification, Valor and Joy oil blends.
A Home Diffuser (retail value alone on this one is $96 – this is a staple in our home)
User Guide: Essential oils user’s guide
Stress Away: 5-ml essential oil combo to reduce stress and anxiety
AromaGlide Roller Fitment” In order to turn any oil into a roll on and use on your wrist.
Sample Packs: Two sample packets each of Lavender, Peppermint, Peace & Calming, Lemon, and Thieves (for you to share with your friends!)
Superfood: Two NingXia Red 2-oz. samples (this is a great goji berry supplement for energy)
Why Buying YLEO from Retail Outlet is NOT Smart:
Ordering directly from Young Living is the best way to ensure quality, purity and authenticity. You may find YLEO at Amazon or eBay but there is no way of knowing if those are authentic or unadulterated. So be aware. Buying retail also means you are paying the premium price that is not necessary and you can buy more oils paying wholesale rate or save the money! Another reason you should not buy retail is that you will get the oils but not know how to use them. When you buy using my ID, you will get personal support from me and my team to guide you on how to use the oils for you and your family.
What if I Want to Earn Extra by Reselling?
If you want to learn more about essential oils, join my Facebook group. It is a really awesome community where you can submit oil questions, recipes, and how to successfully use the oils in your everyday life. [coming soon]. You can also email me at info@conscioushealth.net
I am the founder of Conscious Health and I am a distributor for Young Living Essential Oils. As such, I will promote and sell essential oils and related products from Young Living Essential Oils on my site. Due to this pre-existing relationship, I will not direct sales or promotion any other essential oil brand, company or products on my site.
How to Use the Essential Oils from the Starter Kit?
How to Essential Oils from the Starter Kit
If you have any questions or need assistance in signing up for Young Living Essential Oils please contact me at info@conscioushealth.net (Subject Line: Downline – Need YLEO Support).
I believe having products without knowing the best ways to use it makes not worth while. In order to teach you how to effectively and safely use Essential Oils and understand how to use principles of Ayurveda in using essential oil check out my e-Course.
Check out my Ayurvedic Aromatherapy e-Course here:
The 14 Day Ayurvedic Aromatherapy E-Course teaches you about Ayurveda, the concept of Dosha, and how to use Essential oils Dosha and Chakra Balancing. Additionally it provides information about essential oils for Pain Relief, Emotional and Physical Healing. If you are new to Ayurveda or Essential oils or you want to learn how to effectively use these oils this e-course is perfect for you! Learn – how, where, and when to use these precious oils, how these oils protect the immune system, improve mood, and reduce stress/anxiety. What oils are suitable for your Ayurvedic body type and EOs that assist in first aid, soothe headaches, and relieve pain. Additionally, we will discuss aches, acne, allergies, asthma, rashes, burns, hair loss, colds, and coughs.
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