Modern essential oils have been used clinically in Chinese medicine
March 08, 2021
Modern essential oils have been used clinically in Chinese medicine
Dermatology topical
Essential oils are fat-soluble and small molecules. When applied to the affected area of the skin, they can directly penetrate into tissue cells and absorb the essential oil molecules through microcirculation. Essential oils such as tea tree, lavender, frankincense, myrrh, permanent flower, sandalwood and other essential oils can be used for external use on the skin. For eczema, atopic dermatitis, measles, trauma, wound inflammation, skin care, etc.
Prescription essential oils can be blended with base oils and applied to the affected area. Repeated application can enhance the effect.
Essential oils are also compatible with the dosage forms of Chinese medicinal ointments. For example, Chinese medicinal skin ointments made of Chinese medicinal materials such as Indigo Naturalis, Sanhuang, Lithospermum, etc., can be added to formulas with essential oils such as lavender, tea tree, and pinus sylvestris for use on skin such as psoriasis and eczema Illness, co-create the curative effect of treatment.
Quickly regulate the nervous system
Some essential oils contain sesquiterpene components, such as frankincense, myrrh, patchouli, etc. By sniffing essential oils, they can pass through the Blood-Brain-Barrier (BBB) and improve the limbic system (limbic). The oxygen content of the system affects brain function.
The function of the limbic system lies in the control of emotions, behavior and memory.
Most involuntary behaviors are controlled by the limbic system.
When the essential oil is sniffed, it can directly act on the hypothalamus of the brain,
Through the connection between the hypothalamus and the rest of the body,
Can induce neurochemical reactions in specific tissues.
A small drop of essential oil can affect brain function,
And then affect the system and the functioning of the whole body,
Essential oil molecules can reach areas of the brain that drugs cannot reach, thereby affecting the autonomic nervous system.
Essential oils have a rapid effect on the nervous system and have the advantages of soothing emotions, relieving pain, and promoting qi and collaterals.
Essential oils move qi, clear the meridians, and act fast
Essential oil has high concentration, high permeability, high absorption
Can have an effect on the body within 20 minutes.
Powerful essential oils such as lemongrass, wintergreen, peppermint, German chamomile, etc.,
It can be used in adjuvant treatment of acute diseases, such as stroke, soreness, neuralgia, dysmenorrhea, headache, etc.
After the essential oil is applied topically, it penetrates through the skin
It can directly paralyze the nerves, improve the microcirculation of the soft tissues, and relax the stiff muscles.
Absorption through blood vessels can act on other parts of the body, not only local pain relief, but also pain relief throughout the body.
Essential oil has strong antibacterial power
Most essential oils such as tea tree, oregano, cinnamon, cloves, thyme, etc. have anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-candida properties.
Coupled with the molecular diversity of essential oil components, it is not easy to develop drug resistance.
And its high concentration, high permeability, high absorption characteristics,
Makes essential oils easy to absorb and can penetrate deep into the affected area,
When a part of the body suffers from a viral, bacterial or fungal infection,
Can achieve good antibacterial and repair effects,
Commonly used for onychomycosis, vaginitis, wound infection and other symptoms.
Essential oil has strong antioxidant power
The human body is continuously exposed to external pollution, radiation exposure, dietary toxins, etc.
Free radicals are constantly produced in the body.
Research confirms: cancer, stroke, diabetes complications, aging and other diseases
Both are related to the production of excess free radicals.
Many plant essential oils have strong free radical scavenging activity,
Such as: cloves, myrrh, cardamom, coriander leaves, thyme, etc.,
All have a strong antioxidant effect, which can reduce the risk of these diseases.
Essential oils can be combined with acupuncture and other treatments
The essential oil has the characteristics of high concentration, high penetration, high absorption and high metabolism,
Helps to promote qi and collaterals, so it can be combined with acupuncture
For example, to relieve headaches, you can choose essential oils such as peppermint, marjoram, lavender, wintergreen, basil, etc.
Dilute and apply to Fengchi acupoints and temples,
At the same time, acupuncture at Hegu point evacuates wind pathogens, relieves orifices and relieves pain, and the effect is remarkable.
