The healing properties of thuja essential oil have been known for a long time. Even the American Indians often used the plant for the preparation of medicinal decoctions. Later thuja not only adorned parks and squares, but was also widely used in folk medicine. With the help of oil, plants heal many diseases.
What is thuja oil
The tool is made from cones of an evergreen plant that grows in most of North America and East Asia. It belongs to the cypress family.
Translated from the Greek language, "thuja" means "tree of life." Most often, the plant is a shrub, but in some cases it can grow to significant sizes.
Thuja oil is a homeopathic medicine that is considered one of the most toxic esters. This does not detract from all its positive qualities.
The highest concentration of nutrients in plant sprouts is observed from May to June. Procurement of raw materials should be carried out in areas near which there are no large industrial enterprises.
The product is obtained by simple steam distillation without continuous processing. Any other way of producing thuja oil is considered unacceptable due to the toxicity of the feed. At the same time, individual manufacturers carry out gentle cleaning of the product from toxic components. True, such esters do not fully possess all the medicinal properties that are characteristic of a conventional product.
Composition
Thuja essential oil contains many useful substances:
- aromatic resins;
- tannins;
- flavonoids;
- saponins.
In their ratio, all the components of the oil provide invaluable assistance to the human body in the treatment of many diseases.
Oil as a folk remedy
An effective thuja extract is currently used to treat various diseases. This elixir is made from needles and cones of a plant that has reached the age of at least 15 years.
Most often, thuja essential oil is used as a prophylaxis and therapy for colds and viral diseases. The tool copes with sinusitis perfectly, and also has the following properties:
- anti-inflammatory;
- tonic;
- diuretics;
- antiviral;
- healing;
- expectorant;
- regenerating.
Due to its properties, thuja oil can be used to treat various pathologies. The tool goes well with other ethers: eucalyptus, cassia and cedar wood.
Application area
The healing properties of thuja essential oil help with the following health problems:
- They allow you to normalize the menstrual cycle and digestive processes, because it refers to thinners.
- Oil quickly removes sputum. Therefore, it is widely used in the treatment of asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cough, and other colds.
- The tool normalizes the biochemical composition of the nasal mucous secretion, therefore, quickly removes edema, and also eliminates the negative effects of microorganisms and bacteria.
- The use of arborvitae essential oil in the nose can reduce the symptoms of sinusitis, rhinitis and sinusitis. This tool is recommended for children with adenoids removed to prevent relapse.
- Essential oil is becoming an indispensable tool for the prevention and treatment of colds. Thanks to him, the first symptoms of the disease can be eliminated.
- The tool is able to get rid of a sexual disorder. At the same time, the pleasant aroma of the oil can improve concentration and increase libido.
- Thuja extract will help cleanse the body of toxins and toxins, helps strengthen immunity and has a calming effect.
- Oil is able to adjust the diuretic system. Thus, saving a person from cystitis, pyelonephritis, kidney stones and another.
The tool can effectively cope with skin problems. It can be used in the treatment of allergic dermatitis, lichen, pruritus, warts, corns and other pathologies.
Treatment for sinusitis
The use of thuja oil is especially effective in a disease such as sinusitis. Before starting therapy, inflammatory processes in the sinuses are eliminated.
After that, they proceed to instill thuja oil three times a day, 2 drops of the drug in each nasal passage. Thuja oil is used daily, but the entire period of therapy should not exceed 2 weeks. After this time, a break is made, and the course of treatment is resumed after 10 days.
In addition to instillation, aromatherapy is used to increase effectiveness. To do this, the lamp is placed in the patient's room. On 1 tbsp. spoonful of water add 2 drops of thuja ether. Such proportions will help to avoid the appearance of a characteristic coniferous aroma of oil and reveal all its healing qualities.
Adenoid Therapy
The use of thuja essential oil with adenoids is also particularly effective. However, the treatment process largely depends on the general condition of the body and immunity resources.
For the treatment of adenoids, homeopathic drops based on arborvitae oil are used and 2 drops are instilled into each nasal passage.
In addition to this procedure, inhalations can be performed. 200 ml of warm water are poured into a glass dish and 3 drops of oil are added to the liquid. Within 20 minutes it is recommended to inhale the vapor through the nose.
Also, for therapy, aroma-medallion is worn around the neck - a small glass container in which 2 drops of oil are added. In the process of natural breathing, vapors of the drug enter the respiratory organs.
Instructions for use in other pathologies
A fragrant product contains poisonous compounds, in this regard, you must strictly follow all the rules for its use, and also do not exceed the specified dosage. During the treatment period, specialist recommendations should be considered. So, experts advise:
- Apply a small amount of oil 2-3 times a day to the skin. This procedure is performed for fungal or bacterial diseases.
- To wash the nose, use a decoction of chamomile, sage or other herbs, which relieves inflammation. 10-12 drops of oil are added to it.
- If otitis media occurs, turunds soaked with a therapeutic agent are inserted daily into the ear canals.
- In diseases of the oral cavity, after each meal and rinsing, the surface of the mucous membrane is lubricated with thuja oil.
- In warm bathing water, you can add 8-10 drops of the product. This is done to find peace and balance.
- To maintain emotional balance and eliminate stress, especially during the working day or study, you need to apply 1 drop of funds on the wrist and inhale for several minutes.
- If difficulty breathing occurs during colds, rub one drop of arborvitae oil into the throat area every few hours. This is done to alleviate the condition.
Despite the healing properties of arborvitae essential oil, and its use requires special care, therefore it should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor.
Use the product as a protection against insects. To do this, 1-2 drops of oil are applied to the wrists or ankles.
In cosmetology
Thuja essential oil has a positive effect if used as a cosmetic. Experts advise to use it in its pure form or add 2-3 drops to a cream suitable for the type of skin cover.
Such enrichment of the product will make the dermis radiant and relieve traces of fatigue. It is best suited for owners of oily skin.
With regular use, thuja oil will help to cope with cellulite, with stretch marks during pregnancy, allergic dermatitis and obsolete corns.
With severe hair loss, you can add a few drops of the product to the shampoo. This will quickly get rid of negative symptoms.
Side effects and contraindications
Despite the fact that thuja oil has many useful properties, it is necessary to start treatment after fully familiarizing yourself with the restrictions. The plant belongs to weakly poisonous plants, and it is not recommended to exceed the indicated dosage of the drug.
Thujin toxin has abortive properties, so the use of thuja oil is prohibited for pregnant women, as this can cause a miscarriage.
Also, this tool should not be used by young mothers during lactation. It is forbidden to people with epilepsy.
Despite the toxicity, thuja oil can be successfully used for the treatment of various pathologies and conditions. In this case, it is necessary to use the product as directed by a specialist and not exceed the specified dosage.