Rhinitis, which is familiar to everyone not by hearsay, is an edema of the nasal mucosa, which is accompanied by the separation of the secretion accumulating within the secret and narrowing of the nasal passages.
Than to treat a cold?
Effective measure in the fight against the common cold is considered to beapplication of essential oils characterized by strong pharmacological properties. Such drugs are characterized by high efficacy of the action, do not cause side effects and have no contraindications other than individual intolerance. What helps the essential oils from the common cold? Natural preparations, characterized by the softness of action and the absence of side effects, can be used in several versions:
- for instilling a nose,
- for massage,
- for inhalations,
- for fumigation of premises
- for healing baths.
Useful aromatherapy
What essential oils from the common cold are considered the mosteffective? A facilitating effect will be impregnated with various oils (for example, mint, lavender and eucalyptus), napkins and cotton wool discs, which are recommended to be disposed in various places of the room.
Treatment of a runny nose at the initial stage
At the initial stage of rhinitis is recommended to coverarea under the nose of any of the oils: lavender, eucalyptus, tea tree. By the way, the essential oil of tea tree with its sharp and not very pleasant aroma is 11 times stronger than the widely used antiseptic "Phenol". Its components, which possess anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, are able to fight not only with the common cold, but also with antibiotic-resistant microorganisms. The use of such a tool helps to quickly remove inflammation in the nasal cavity and destroy harmful bacteria.
Effective from the common cold is the essential oil of lavender,which is best used for inhalations and medical baths. The product is characterized by disinfectant and anti-inflammatory properties, quickly removes symptoms such as nasal congestion and shortness of breath; when it is inhaled, the immune system is stimulated. Also, lavender oil restores the work of the nervous system, is used for insomnia and increased fatigue.
Effective from the common cold is camphor essential oil,possessing wound healing and antiviral properties. Natural remedy is recommended to lubricate the wings of the nose, which will greatly facilitate breathing and help clean the nasal cavity.
Ether by biologically active points
A combination of several essential oils canto influence biologically active points. As a basis, it is desirable to use 50 ml of olive oil in which to add 2 drops of peppermint oil and 5 drops of pine, geranium, rosemary, eucalyptus oil.
Option of another healing combination:4 drops of geranium oil, eucalyptus and peppermint are combined with 30 ml of olive oil. Add 5 drops of sage and 2 drops of pine oil. Ready mixture during the day is recommended to massage the sinuses and wings of the nose, as well as the forehead in a circular motion.
Ether baths
If there is no temperature,bath with essential oils. In the water prepared for bathing, it is necessary to pour foam, in which to dissolve the essential oils from cough and cold: mint (3 drops), cypress (4 drops), eucalyptus (2 drops). To facilitate the respiratory process and remove the stuffiness of the nose, it will be enough for 15-20 minutes of such a pleasant water procedure. Save from the cold is a warm bath with tea tree oil, which is most useful to take before bedtime. To enhance the effect in water, you can add 5-6 drops of eucalyptus oil and 2 drops of spruce oil.
The most common use of essential oils in the sauna. This is where the expansion of the pores occurs, which ensures the rapid entry into the body of nutrients and the expulsion of the common cold.
Nasal instigation
Good helps from the common cold is the essential oil of thyme (tea tree, eucalyptus), 2 drops of which is recommended to be combined with 0.5 teaspoon of olive oil and used for burrowing the nose.
Also, essential oil can be applied to a napkin and inhaled, which will positively affect the condition of the nasal cavity.
Will help ethereal balm
Cure inflamed nasal cavity can behelp balm, for preparation of which on a water bath should melt Vaseline (1 tablespoon), which is combined with 2 drops of thyme and 6 drops of eucalyptus. During the day, you should lubricate the wings of the nose and mucous with a medicinal formulation based on essential oils from the common cold. For children, such a balm is completely harmless. Store the medicinal product preferably in a refrigerator in a sealed container. Use within one week.
Properties of eucalyptus oil
The most common is from the common cold essential oilEucalyptus is the most common remedy in the fight against colds. Transparent liquid is characterized by a mild aroma of freshness, which turns the treatment into a pleasant procedure. The natural remedy is effective in the treatment of the common cold, as it has a pronounced antiviral effect, relieves inflammation of the nasal cavity and provides a rapid restoration of tissues.
Inhalations in the common cold with essential oils
To defeat the common cold it is possible to inhalation, produced on the basis of various ethereal-oil combinations:
- cinnamon and lemon oil by 3 drops;
- oil of thyme, pines and lavender - 3 drops each;
- eucalyptus, pine, lemon - 3 drops each.
For the procedure, essential oils fortreatment of the common cold should be diluted in water at the rate of 0.5 liter capacity and immediately inhaled: cover with a wide towel, bend low over the container and inhale oil vapors for 5 minutes. Repeat 4-5 times a day.
Before using essential oilsIt is required to be convinced of their perception by an organism. If there is no positive effect, within a week it is recommended to seek medical help from a doctor. By their effectiveness, essential oils are not inferior to the most modern pharmaceutical preparations, and in some cases even surpass them.
