Essential oil for external use, Mandarina, Zanna, 10 ml

Mandarin essential oil is recommended for its antiseptic and toning properties. The properties of the oil stimulate the development of new cells.

It is antiseptic, depurative, diuretic and tonic and is a fantastic ingredient that helps to purify and balance the skin. At the same time, it ensures smoother skin, fighting infections and removing any congestion from the skin. Tangerine essential oil has an aroma but also a very delicate action, being among the few essential oils that are recommended for the massage of children or pregnant women (trimester II and III).

It can be used in a mixture with vegetable oils (7 drops of mandarin essential oil per 10 ml of vegetable oil): as a body oil, to prevent stretch marks (the best result is obtained in combination with avocado oil); for the care of sagging skin and wrinkles; circulation tonic; to fight cellulite, etc.

Method of use in aromatherapy:

• Inhalations are very suitable for treating respiratory problems, colds, flu and for preparing the skin for a cosmetic treatment. For this, pour 1 l of boiling water into a bowl and add 3-4 drops of oil. The released vapors are inhaled while leaning over the bowl, with the head covered with a large towel.

• Massage is one of the most popular methods of using essential oils. For a massage session, add 4-6 drops of essential oil to approximately 10 ml of massage oil.

• The bath is a very pleasant and at the same time efficient way to use the oils due to the relaxation induced by the hot water and by the fact that the pores dilate, allowing the oil to penetrate through the skin. The oils are added before starting the bath and not earlier, because due to the heat they evaporate very easily. Thus, for a bath, put 4-6 drops of essential oil (or 4-6 drops of the mixture) in 2-3 tablespoons of non-fat milk or 2 tablespoons of base oil, then pour into the tub and mix well. The bath will last 10-20 minutes.

• A hot compress is an effective way to treat many skin problems, such as injections, or rheumatic muscle pain. The amount of oil depends on the surface of the skin on which you apply the compression: 2 drops for small areas, 6-8 drops for large areas.

• The scented candle (lamp) is used to aromatize the room, to generate a positive, tonic mood, or the opposite of relaxation, or simply to create a special atmosphere. For this, put warm water in the candle's saucer, add 3-5 drops of oil and light the candle.