Wednesday Wellness with Willow Lane – 8 benefits of jasmine oil.

Aphrodisiac

This sweet smelling oil enhances your libido. 

 

Clears phlegm

Its expectorant properties help clear out any accumulation of phlegm in the respiratory tract.  Great if you have a cough or cold.

 

Dry skin

Jasmine oil is great for dry dehydrated skin.  Although it is not suitable to use on cracked and open wounds.

 

PMT

Jasmine oil can provide relief from problems associated with a woman’s menstrual cycle, such as painful periods, fatigue, irritations and mood swings. 

 

 

Post natal depression

Jasmine oil has antidepressant and uplifting qualities which can help reduce the symptoms of post natal depression.

 

Promotes the production of breast milk

Jasmine essential oil increases milk secretion from the breasts and is very good for lactating mothers.

 

Scar & stretch mark prevention

Jasmine oil helps fade scars and stretch marks.  It’s a great addition to any pregnant ladies after care kit.

 

Sleep aid

Jasmine oil has sedative properties making it the ideal tool for inducing a long and restful night’s sleep.

 

Aileen xx

Aileen Scanlon is a holistic therapist. She runs Willow Lane Holistic from the Dublin Holistic Centre, at 28 South William Street, Dublin 2. Aileen specialises in Maternity and Fertility Reflexology.

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