3 essential oils: fenugreek, tea tree, hemp

If we were to make a ranking of the best oils to always have around, fenugreek oil, tea tree essential oil and hemp oil would certainly make at least the top 10. Offering a variety of beauty and wellness benefits, these oils are best known (and there's good reason for it) for having beneficial properties for health and the body.

Fenugreek oil, which can be used on the face, body and scalp, and can also be consumed as a food oil, is reputed to have cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties, and is recommended for treating acne and eczema.

The second oil, is an essential oil, that of tea tree. It's best known for helping to treat certain skin problems, particularly fungal infections. It has antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral properties... Effective in helping to relieve certain inflammations and ENT infections, tea tree essential oil, like all essential oils, must be used with caution.

The hemp oil too has many properties. Able to be used on skin and hair to moisturize and nourish, it reveals countless health benefits when used in cooking. Indeed, when consumed as edible oil, it plays a role in the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system, helps regulate blood pressure, prevents degenerative diseases, strengthens the immune system and the list goes on. A real concentrate of health benefits!

Benefits and uses of fenugreek oil

Fenugreek is a herbaceous plant that originated in Southeast Asia and is now fairly widespread across the Mediterranean basin. The oil is generally obtained by cold-pressing or maceration of fenugreek seeds, which in particular contain a lot of protein, antioxidants, minerals, vitamins...

Fenugreek oil for hair

Fenugreek oil brings many benefits to the hair as well as the scalp. It strengthens, nourishes and adds volume to hair. It also nourishes the scalp and cleanses it. Being rich in nutrients and proteins, this oil stimulates growth and is effective in combating hair loss and baldness. This oil also helps combat lice and dandruff.

For dry hair, we recommend using fenugreek oil in an oil bath to nourish it well. This oil can also be used as a scalp serum or mixed with shampoo and conditioner.

Fenugreek oil for the skin

When applied to the skin, ideally massaged in for better penetration, fenugreek oil helps soften, nourish, revitalize and restore elasticity.

This oil, which is rich in antioxidants, makes it a real anti-aging treatment! In fact, it helps to combat damage linked to free radicals, so it helps to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, prevent their appearance and restore radiance to the face. Applied morning and night under the eyes, it even helps reduce puffiness and dark circles.

Thanks, among other things, to its purifying and regenerating properties, fenugreek oil is recommended to help fade acne pimples and eczema. Also possessing anti-inflammatory properties, it helps combat certain skin inflammations.

Finally, fenugreek oil helps prevent the appearance of stretch marks.

Fenugreek oil for breast enlargement

You may have heard of it before, fenugreek oil is said to increase breast size thanks to the plant hormones (the phyto-oestrogens) it contains. This isn't entirely true in the sense that it doesn't increase bra size, but it does have a tightening and shaping effect.

Fenugreek oil contraindications

• Some people may be intolerant to fenugreek and therefore feel discomfort when applying the oil.
• Over the long term, fenugreek oil can cause allergic reactions.
• It is not recommended to use fenugreek oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• It is also not recommended for people with a personal history of hormone-dependent cancer.

Benefits and uses of tea tree essential oil

A true miracle product, tea tree essential oil (or tea tree) is known to help treat certain inflammations and infections whether skin, ENT, or oral.

Tea tree essential oil for the skin

Depending on the skin problem to be treated, tea tree essential oil can be used in a variety of ways. Bear in mind that it can be irritating, so there are certain precautions for use to be taken into account when using it pure.

• Acne, eczema or mycosis: dilute 5% in a vegetable oil when applied to the face and 20% on the rest of the body.
• Herpes/insect bites: apply one undiluted drop directly to the pimple/bite; if skin is sensitive, dilution in a little vegetable oil is recommended.
• Oily skin: pour one to two drops into a hazelnut-sized amount of day cream.

Tea tree essential oil for ENT infections

Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious properties, tea tree essential oil is a must-have to help treat or relieve ENT inflammation and infections. It can be used as much for external use, as for inhalation, as for internal use such as in the form of a suppository.

• Bronchitis: use diluted to 20% to massage the spine. It can also be inhaled.
• Sore throat / angina: gargle the throat with a glass of warm water in which have been diluted 2 to 3 drops of tea tree essential oil.
• Sinusitis: use by vaporization and inhalation.

Tea tree essential oil for oral ailments

Tea tree essential oil reduces the inflammatory state of oral cells, making it an excellent ally against oral affections.

• Dental abscess: use as a mouthwash 4 times a day, diluting 5 drops of the essential oil in a glass of lukewarm water.
• Gingivitis: use as a mouthwash or add 1 to 2 drops to the daily dose of toothpaste.
• Aphthae: use as a mouthwash or add 1 drop of essential oil to toothpaste 1 to 3 times a day.
  
  

Counter indications for tea tree essential oil

Tea tree essential oil is generally well tolerated, but there are a few contraindications.

• People with epilepsy are advised to seek medical advice before use.
• Avoid for children under 3 and pregnant women under 6 months.
• In diffusion, it should be avoided by pregnant women throughout pregnancy.

In case of doubt, it is strongly advised to seek medical advice before use.

Benefits and uses of hemp oil

The hemp oil, which draws all its richness from hemp seeds, is rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants. It can be used as much in cosmetics as in dietetics. Quite nourishing, hemp oil is much appreciated when applied to skin and hair. It should be noted, however, that the conditions under which this oil is produced influence its composition, and for this reason it is advisable to choose an extra virgin oil, obtained by cold pressing and preferably from organic farming.

Hemp oil for the skin

Hemp oil, thanks to its wealth of vitamins, fatty acids and antioxidants, has anti-aging properties. It helps produce collagen and contributes to regenerating the skin, firming it and maintaining its elasticity. Thanks to its nourishing and soothing properties, this oil will also be much appreciated by irritated or sensitive skin.

Hemp oil for hair

Hemp oil is also highly effective for taking care of hair and scalp. It nourishes, tones hair fibers and slows hair loss. It can be used as is, directly on the hair as an oil bath, as a light moisturizing application, or as a hair care product.

- Hemp oil hair care recipe:

• Mix 1 tablespoon of shea butter with 1 teaspoon of hemp oil and 1 teaspoon of avocado oil. (triple doses for long hair)
• Apply while massaging into hair and scalp
• Leave on for 1 hour to overnight.

Shampoo the following day.