Lotus Essential Oil: Therapeutic Properties and Applications

Lotus essential oil is a versatile and powerful essential oil with a wide range of therapeutic properties. It is extracted from the blossoms of the lotus plant, which is native to Asia and Australia.

Lotus Essential Oil Benefits

• Aromatherapy: Lotus essential oil is commonly used in aromatherapy to cool the nervous system and bring calm, peace of mind, and clarity;
•  rid the body of anger and alleviate bad and negative energies; improve blood circulation; and encourage deeper breathing.

• Topical application: Lotus essential oil can be applied topically to rejuvenate dry, tired, or lacklustre skin;
•  balance sebum production and purify the pores, reducing acne and blemishes, and minimizing the appearance of pore size;
• naturally moisturize the skin to eliminate dry, rough, or flaky skin; soothe redness and inflammation; improve the elasticity of the skin;
• improve blood flow to the scalp and balance oil production; and smooth and condition dry and brittle hair, reduce frizz, and add shine.

Application of Lotus Essential Oil

• Aromatherapy: Add a few drops of lotus essential oil to a diffuser or oil burner.

• Skin and hair care: Apply lotus essential oil topically or add a few drops to moisturizer, body lotion, shampoo, etc.

• Massage: Dilute 3 drops of lotus essential oil in 15-20 ml of base oil.

Basic Properties of Lotus Essential Oil

• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant
• Astringent
• Cardiotonic
• Expectorant
• Moisturizing
• Refrigerant
• Sedative

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Parts Used: Blossoms

Aroma: Light and fresh floral, with a sweet and powdery quality

Note: Essential oils are extremely potent and must always be diluted in a natural oil (such as almond, coconut, grape seed, or jojoba oil) before application to the skin, scalp, or hair. Ratio: 1 drop to 5ml oil.

Do not ingest.

Conclusion

Lotus essential oil is a valuable addition to any natural medicine cabinet. It is a safe and effective way to treat a wide range of conditions, both physical and emotional.