Jasmine essential oil is obtained from Jasminum grandiflorum, a climbing plant belonging to the Oleaceae family. It has a velvety action on the skin of body and face but it has also a calming, relaxing and soothing effect in case of menstrual cramps. In addition to this, jasmine essential oil can be also used as a remedy in case of depression, apathy and low self-confidence. Aphrodisiac.
Relaxing action, painkiller
jasmine essential oil is able to stimulate the release, by the hypothalamus, of substances able to relieve pain, in addition to this it has a muscle relaxant effect. For this reason, it is used to treat heavy periods with cramps and to facilitate the childbirth. You can massage a couple of drops of essential oil mixed with a tablespoon of sweet almond oil on the abdominal part one week before the period. This essential oil can be used also in case of muscle stretch, massage the part with 2-3 drops of jasmine essential oil mixed with a plant-based oil of your choice.
Aphrodisiac, useful for self-confidence, cough
You can diffuse the essential oil in the room, one drop each square meter. If inhaled this essential oil acts with aphrodisiac power by waking up sensuality. Moreover, jasmine is good in order to improve your self-confidence and mood, has a calming action against fear. Thanks to the antispasmodic effect it is also useful in case of diseases of the respiratory tract such as cough, bronchitis, catarrh, laryngitis, hoarseness.
Skin
Jasmine essential oil has a velvety effect, it is able to regenerate the skin. You can use it in case of dermatitis, cracked skin or wrinkles, add 2 drops of essential oil to your daily cream and apply. Thanks to the cicatrizing effect all kinds of redness, small wounds or cracked skin can get relief, the skin will be shiny. You can use this remedy on your face as well as on hands and body.
