Essential oils are organic compounds extracted from natural products to which a large number of properties are attributed. They are mainly used in holistic treatments, such as aromatherapy to improve physical, emotional and mental health, although they have also been used in the dermatological and aesthetic fields.
The origin of essential oils is millennial and they have been used to treat different health problems, in beauty, in cleaning and in natural medicine. One of these is the coffee essential oil, which is very aromatic and is obtained from the pressing of the “caffea arabica” beans, which have previously been roasted.
According to the dermatologist Tarcila Taborda, this extract has been used in the dermatological area for its benefits on the skin thanks to its levels of flavonoids and polyphenols, which have more powerful antioxidant properties than vitamin C and green tea. It also acts as a bleach on the skin and is beneficial for dry skin or with cellulite.
It is also used to combat aging due to its high content of vitamin E, fatty acids and antioxidants, thus increasing collagen production and keeping skin smooth and wrinkle free. Therefore, it is advisable to add a few drops of coffee essential oil to your day cream and combine it with a few drops of jojoba oil, to hydrate your skin and provide the stability you need, decreasing wrinkles and renewing the cells of the skin.
In aesthetics, it is used to reduce dark circles and spots under the eyes, acting as a decongestant in the area and helping to reduce inflammation, because these are produced by poor circulation in the area, fatigue or poor diet. Likewise, it can be used on hair, since it will provide shine and resistance, increasing keratin, for this you should only rub a few drops on the roots for a period of fifteen days before sleeping, to show a healthy and strong hair.
Similarly, it is used to massage, as it strengthens the muscles and brings vitality to the body, relieving joint and muscle pain. In aromatherapy, it is frequently used in people with physical fatigue, exhaustion, nervous tension and stress, by diffusing the coffee essential oil in rest areas.
Also, when using it in a diffuser, it gives warmth to the workplace or the rooms of the house. In the field of personal hygiene, it is used in mouthwashes due to its disinfecting and refreshing power, as well as to eliminate bad breath.
You can use coffee essential oil as a natural antidepressant by soaking one piece of cotton with the oil and placing it near the bed. In this way your aroma will act as invigorating and will help your mood improve.
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