Saturday, November 27, 2010

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massage oils: the basics - sweet almond oil


E 'oil which is obtained by cold pressing of sweet almond (Prunus amygdalus), has a light yellow color and slightly viscous. Less than other oils rancid easily. The crude oil has a mild sweet odor and flavor reminiscent of marzipan. It has a high percentage of mono-and polyunsaturated acids. And 'rich in protein, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamin A and Group B.
Used as a massage oil is particularly suitable for the skin of infants, children and the elderly, in other words for sensitive skin, delicate skin and dry skin. It also helps to soothe inflammation, reduce the itching associated with dermatitis, psoriasis and other dry skin disorders, in cases of measles and chicken pox, is also a good remedy for stretch marks , especially in the period pregnancy or when following a weight-loss regime. The advice is to apply the most critical areas such as breast, hips, thighs performing a gentle massage on the skin clean in order to facilitate the absorption of the oil that penetrates well in the deep layers and releases its active ingredients. During lactation, Sweet almond oil is effective for the prevention of cracking of the nipple.
E 'absorbed slowly. E 'oil is not considered an irritant and causes no sensitization, although there have been reports of allergy to cosmetics containing almond oil. And elastic softening, sweet almond oil is also used as a balm for dry hair and to treat and nourish the skin (for use with a wrap to be applied on the hair before shampooing: 20-30 minutes are sufficient to restore softness to parched hair).
an alternative to soap which often contain alkaline substances that affect its physiological chemical balance, you use this oil to cleanse the face: the advice is to use this oil to remove impurities that accumulate on a daily basis our skin, because it does not alter the natural balance and is an excellent moisturizer.
Best softener for the whole body after a bath or shower, the advice is to first clean the whole body in the shower with a mild detergent, dispersing the skin of oil, to redo the shower with hot water and finish with cold water.
Last but not least, is an effective remedy for our lips against the cold of winter: Apply a light film of oil on your lips, sweet almonds and protection is assured.
The Sweet almond oil has properties for use as refreshing the bowel and bladder.
The Sweet almond oil is the ideal carrier for essential oils in Aromatherapy massage, so it can be mixed with a few drops of essential oils, massage oil to get a custom very nice and nourishing the body, and thus also acquire properties treating the essential oil you use (such as joint pain, massage the muscles of athletes, etc.).

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