Written by Anuradha Varanasi | Updated : April 6, 2016 10:55 AM IST
Jasmine is widely available and used in India mainly as a room freshner or in beauty products and incense sticks. However, did you know that jasmine oil also has certain health benefits? These are 6 ways adding jasmine oil to your cabinet might help you!
Anti-depressant: A study conducted by Thai researchers found that jasmine oil has the ability to uplift moods and even provide relief from depression [1]. Around 40 people participated in this study and jasmine oil was applied topically to their abdomens. Following that, it was observed that there was an increase in their breathing rates and the volunteers felt more relaxed and vigorous following that.
Reduces labour pain: A study published in the Iranian Journal of Nursing and MidwiferyResearch in 2014 discovered that jasmine essential oil can help in reducing pain severity during labour and also help a new mother in dealing with post-partum depression [2]. The researchers observed that jasmine essential oil works best with Salvia, a herb.
Sedative: Believe it or not, German researchers discovered that the smell of jasmine is almost as effective as valium in calming one’s nerves [3]. If you’re having trouble sleeping at night, just sniff some jasmine oil to bid adieu to feelings of anxiety and stress. You can either apply a few drops to a tissue paper and keep it under your pillow cover or use a diffuser to get a good night’s sleep.
Wound healing: Jasmine oil has anti-septic properties which makes it useful in treating wounds and also in preventing scarring to an extent [4]. You can apply two drops of jasmine oil to a cotton ball and dab it over minor cuts and wounds for some relief.
Helps in getting rid of body odour: Jasmine oil has a great fragrance that can help in dealing with body odour. I mix four to five drops of jasmine essential oil with a glass of water and mix it well together in a spray bottle. After shower, I spray my armpits with this solution. Jasmine oil also has anti-bacterial properties and can help in fighting against bacteria that causes odour.
Do you want to lengthen your hair by using different hair oil products? Beware! With the presence of chemicals, there is a possibility of hair damage. It would be best to use natural remedies to improve hair growth in such a situation. You can make Ayurvedic oil at home to enhance hair growth.
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