What will help with the common cold: essential oil and its varieties

Runny nose, familiar to everyone, is an edema of the nasal mucosa, accompanied by the separation of secreted secretion and constriction of the nasal passages. This condition causes a violation of the natural respiratory process and is most often a symptom of the disease present in the body. With a cold, a person has to breathe with his mouth, which is not only inconvenient, but also dangerous, since harmful microorganisms can freely enter the lungs.

Than to treat a cold?

An effective measure in the fight against the common cold is the use 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 softness of action and absence of side effects can be used in several variants:

• for instillation of the nose,
• for massage,
• for inhalations,
• for fumigation of the room
• for healing baths.

Useful aromatherapy

What essential oils from the common cold are considered the most effective? The facilitating effect will be impregnated with different oils( for example, mint, lavender and eucalyptus), napkins and cotton wool discs, which are recommended to be spread out in different places of the room. Coniferous fragrance will fill the room, which will have a positive effect on the respiratory system of people on this territory. It will help to stop the spread of pathogenic viruses by aerosol dispersion of essential oils during seasonal infections.

Treatment of a runny nose at the initial stage

At the initial stage of rhinitis, it is recommended to cover the area under the nose with 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 widespread 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, which possesses 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 set of several essential oils can be influenced by 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.

Another variant of the healing combination: 4 drops of geranium, eucalyptus and peppermint oil 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.

Essential baths

In the absence of temperature, you can organize a 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 instillation

Thyme essential oil( tea tree, eucalyptus) helps the rhinitis well, it is recommended to combine 2 drops of it with 0.5 teaspoons of olive oil and apply for burrowing the nose. In the nasal passages, you should enter ¼ of the aroma mix and lie with your head thrown back for 2-5 minutes. On the first day of treatment, instillation should be done hourly, then 2 to 3 times a day. For preventive purposes, it will be sufficient to use a single application within a day.

Also, essential oil can be applied to a napkin and inhaled, which will positively affect the condition of the nasal cavity.

Aether balm

It is possible to cure an inflamed nasal cavity with a balm, for the preparation of which on a water bath you 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

Eucalyptus essential oil is most commonly used from the common cold, the most common remedy for catarrhal diseases. 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. Eucalyptus is also able to normalize fever and relieve headaches. Expectorant properties of the drug are indispensable in the treatment of cough. A more pleasant and mild flavor, unlike fir with its sharp coniferous smell, has essential oils of thuja and pine, which not only contribute to the effective treatment of nasal congestion, but also strengthens the immunity in general.

Inhalation with runny nose with essential oils

Catarrh can be overcome by inhalations produced on the basis of various essential 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 for the treatment 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 oils, you must be sure of their perception by the body. 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.