About Herbal Oils
Essential oils are concentrated Mother Nature. They are highly concentrated plant extracts from a variety of sources such as bark and resin, plant leaves, stems, roots and flowers, nuts, seeds and even fruits. They contain medicinal compounds known to support the body's own healing processes. There are more than 3,000 types of volatile aromatic compounds discovered so far. These compounds largely determine the usefulness, aroma, and nature of each essential oil. The delicate ratio of aromatic components found in any essential oil makes it unique and enables it to offer certain benefits. Due to its unique chemical structure, each essential oil varies from species to species and even from plant to plant.
Essential oils reach your body through inhalation and topical application. In inhalation, the aromatic compounds of the essential oil reach the blood circulation through the lungs or reach the nervous system through the olfactory bulb. In topical application, it reaches the blood circulation through the skin.
Pure essential oils are more effective than dried herbs and much more potent than the herbs and trees from which they are extracted. Most of them can cause skin irritation when applied directly to the skin. For this reason, it should be diluted with a carrier oil in skin applications.
Carrier oils are herbal oils typically extracted from the kernels, nuts or seeds of a plant. Carrier oils are used to dilute essential oils in direct applications to the skin. Diluting essential oils in a carrier oil increases their effectiveness. It helps to absorb essential oils better. Different carrier oils have different health benefits and nutritional effects. They can be an essential part of your beauty and wellness routine.
The Story of Herbal Oils…
Herbal oils began to be used in Ancient Egypt around 4500 BC. One of the first collections recognized by ancient Egyptian healers is called the "Ebers Papyrus". Although it dates to about 1500 BC, it is believed to have been copied from earlier texts. The Ebers Papyrus, which sheds light on ancient medicine with its 700 prescriptions, was found in the lap of a mummy in Thebes and is preserved in the University Library of Leipzig today. The fact that it contains information such as the circulatory system, blood vessels that surround the whole body, and that the heart is a center that distributes blood gives surprising clues about the level of medicine reached at that time. The scroll also contains recipes, ceremonies, and other information that the Egyptians considered worthy of preservation. Usage areas of herbal oils in Ancient Egypt:
Traditional Ancient Indian medicine called "Ayur Veda" has a 3000-year history of incorporating essential oils into its healing potions. Usage areas of herbal oils in ancient India:
The use of herbal oils in Ancient China was first recorded between 2697 and 2597 BC, during the reign of the Legendary Yellow Emperor Huang Ti. His famous book "The Yellow Emperor's Internal Medicine" contains uses of various essential oils and is still considered a useful classic by practitioners of oriental medicine today. Essential oils such as frankincense, myrrh, galbanum, cinnamon, cedarwood, juniper, and spearmint have been used extensively in traditional Chinese medicine. Usage areas of herbal oils in Ancient China:
Between 400-500 BC, the Greeks recorded knowledge of essential oils taken from the Egyptians. Known as the "Father of Medicine", Greek physicians Galen and Hippocrates (460-377 BC) documented the effects of nearly 300 herbs, including thyme, saffron, marjoram, cumin, mint, myrrh, fennel, and much more. Myrrh ointment was used by Greek soldiers to fight infections. Other usage areas of herbal oils in ancient Greece:
Rome invaded and conquered Egypt in 30 BC, took control from Cleopatra and established itself as the region's foremost civilization. The Romans used many herbal oils daily in the following areas:
During the Crusades in Europe, knights and their armies discovered essential oils in the Middle East and the distillation methods used to extract them. They also became acquainted with some of the books written by İbn-i Sina on oils. The Knights then spread this knowledge to Western Europe. Essential oils such as Lavender, Rose, Frankincense, Pine, Rosemary, Peppermint, Marjoram, Thyme, Sage were widely used in these areas:
In the Ottoman period, Ibn-i Sina's (980-1037) greatest works "Healing" and "El-Kanun fit-Tıb" include more than 900 medicinal plants, medicines of animal and inorganic origin and their effects on the human body. İnb-i Sina also discovered the essential oil distillation method used today. Usage areas of herbal oils in the Ottoman Empire:
Today's Usage Areas:
Physical Health
Modern lifestyles do not always create optimal conditions for physical health. Poor diet, lack of exercise, and an overabundance of environmental toxins can leave the body unbalanced and reduce energy levels. Herbal oils can help you regain your balance and feel your best.
Your Beauty Routine
Chemical-free, 100% natural herbal oils help soften the appearance of signs of aging, cleanse, nourish, renew, moisturize and shine your hair and skin.
Positive Emotions
The complex, pleasant and unique scent of each essential oil triggers emotions and memories, which can assist you in your quest for a more fulfilling and balanced life. You can use essential oils and oil blends for diffusion, massage, inhalation or topical application to help you release stress and negativity and rediscover peace, balance and joy.
Spiritual Awareness
The pure ingredients in essential oils stimulate olfactory receptors and activate areas in the brain's limbic system associated with memory, emotion and state of mind, helping you enjoy inspiration, calmness and serenity.
Home Aromatherapy
You can apply a completely natural cleaning and care to your home with cleaning products prepared with essential oils and hydrosols.
