St. John’s Wort Oil for Scars, Sunburn and Wounds

St. John’s Wort Oil has been used for centuries as a way to heal and treat all kinds of wounds, scars, and burns, in a natural, safe, and effective manner. The ointment itself originates from the Greek Island of Kea where an ancient method is used to turn it into healing oil by hand.

The oil is used to dress cuts, surgical scars, burns, and all sorts of wounds that are severe or as minor as a sunburn. While St. John’s Wort Oil is effective for the treatment of minor incidents, it is most effective when it comes to deep wounds and other incidents that involve nerve damage. This is due to the deeply entrenched healing properties that are found within the rhizomatous perennial plant that it comes from.

While modern times have allowed the plant to become known more for being a sedative and an anti-depressant, its healing herb properties have been much more influential throughout history. For centuries many Greek poets and historians gave credit to St. John’s Wort Oil for healing an infinite amount of people and diseases.

Whatever the origins of St. John’s Wort Oil, there is no denying the benefits that it brings to the area of natural remedies and medicine. It can alleviate the pain associated with all kinds of wounds and burns and help to heal scarring and prevent the appearance of scar tissue when used properly. Whether you are looking to treat a deep cut or a minor sunburn, you can turn to St. John’s Wort Oil as a natural healing oil that brings benefits without any side effects or drawbacks.

Just a few applications each day with a piece of cotton can increase the rate of healing in an undeniable manner, so why not give it a try yourself.

Note: You Can Buy St. John’s Oil here Please don’t confuse it with St. John’s Wort Essential Oil, you should always look for St. John’s Wort Herbal Oil

Are you suffering from constant Hair Fall, Dry, Itchy Skin, Acne etc. no matter what you do? In my next post I will tell you what might be causing it and how to deal with it so stay tuned.

Aromatherapy

Guest Post Written By Robin Adler  of Toxic Beauty Blog

Stress is something most of us have to deal with on a daily basis. This is undeniable! But… the important part is how do we reduce it? One of the keys to youth and beauty is learning ways to relax and release stress. How do you do it?  One of the best ways is by taking a warm bath and adding bubbles to it but be careful! Many commercial bubble baths are filled with toxic and chemical ingredients which do much more harm than good. The solution is an essential oil bath.

Essential oils have many healing and antibacterial properties. Oils are especially beneficial in the bath because they penetrate the skin and allow the body to do its healing magic. Here are a few tips combined with oils to use, to make your experience a beneficial and pleasant one:

In order to get the full benefit of your essential oil of choice, make sure you inhale the oil deeply. Why? As soon as the scent is inhaled, it can immediately benefit the circulatory system, memory, and the endocrine system, which controls mood.

Need to relax or calm down? Put a few drops of Lavender oil in your bath.

Want to feel relaxed, cooled, and renewed? Inhale some Peppermint oil

Feeling tired and sore? Add some Ginger Oil to your daily routine.

Battling anxiety and depression? Take a sniff of clary sage to uplift your mood.

A great idea is to explore and see if other oils are the right fit for your particular needs. One note of warning: be careful when choosing oils as some may be synthetic and do not provide as much of the healing benefits as pure plant derived oils. One of my favorite brands of essential oil is Aura Cacia (100% pure essential oil.)

So… the next time your work day kicks you in the pants, put a few drops of Lavender oil in your bath… sink into the tub, and let the stress melt away.

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Benefits of Frankincense Essential Oil for Skin

Frankincense is most commonly known as a gift that was suitable for god many years ago, and has continued to be one of the most sought after oils in the entire world. It is almost impossible to sum up all of the health benefits of frankincense oil in just one article, but it has incredible properties that can rejuvenate skin, administer a feeling of calm and serenity, and even relieve pain and stomach aches.

Frankincense is native to parts of Northern Africa and comes from a stunning plant known as Olibanum. The plant itself is incredibly large and surprisingly beautiful thanks to the white flowers and slender leaves that burst out from underneath. The frankincense originates as sap within the tree and becomes a dark gum type resin, and this is the point where it can be used for its medicinal and cosmetic benefits. The term frankincense originates from the word Franc, which means pure, and the word incensum, which means smoke.

Frankincense belongs to the base note with a very different kind of smell, I can’t explain how it smells but it just takes me to another world.

In terms of the benefits of frankincense oil when it comes to skin, one of the most impressive aspects is the oils ability to prevent and even fade scars. The application  of frankincense essential oil(diluted with carrier oil) can reduce the appearance of marks from boils, acne, pox and even stretch marks. Essentially, any scar on your body or face can be treated and become less visible thanks to this miraculous essential oil.

In terms of prevention, frankincense essential oil has been used for centuries as a way to keep the skin healthy. Frankincense oil can be used  in facial masks (at 1%)  to prevent the formation of wrinkles, smooth out the skin and provide anti-aging properties.

For centuries people have been using frankincense essential oil for a number of reasons. There are no known side effects and really no reason why you shouldn’t consider treating your skin to the benefits that this wonderful oil can bring.

Note: Never apply any essential oil directly on your skin(Lavender and Tea Tree can be used directly on the skin), mix a few drops with Carrier Oil and apply(at 1-3%)

You can buy Therapeutic Grade Frankincense  Essential Oil here

Calendula Oil/Marigold Oil is a wonderful oil for skin health. Herbal oils are made by infusing herbs with some carrier oil. It is very easy to make herbal oils and once you learn the basic you can experiment with different herbs and oils.

Benefits of Calendula Oil

Due to its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties, Calendula oil helps heal scars, wounds, soothes scalp, repairs sun damaged skin and makes a great moisturizer.

How to make Calendula Oil ?

You will need the following items to make Calendula Oil.

1 /2 Cup Dried Calendula Petals

2 Cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Medium sized Glass Jar with  lid.

Muslin Cloth

Steps

Note: Make sure all the utensils are dry because even the smallest amount of moisture can spoil the oil.

In a clean glass jar place dried Calendula petals(you can pick fresh flowers from the garden and let it dry, if it is not dried properly it may spoil the oil)

Pour Olive oil over these petals.

Keep stirring until the petals are covered with oil.

Cover the jar with muslin cloth instead of a lid.

After a few hours you can remove the muslin cloth and cover it  with  the lid.

Place the jar near the sunny window for about 2 weeks.

After 2 weeks, strain the oil using a muslin cloth and store in a cool, dry and dark place.

You can use this oil as a massage oil for hair and body, you can also make herbal salves, creams and lotions using this oil.