Parsley essential oil - properties and applications

Parsley is a garden culture that is familiar to everyone. In the summer, she diversifies the diet with her unique taste of fresh herbs. In winter, it is also added to dishes, only in dried or salted form.

Essential Product

Parsley is often used for medicinal purposes, as it has a huge number of useful qualities. In this regard, oil, which can be obtained even at home, is especially useful. There are two methods for preparing this product that is surprising in its characteristics:

1. The first method consists in simple distillation (distillation) using steam. All parts of the plant (leaves, roots, seeds) are subjected to this type of treatment.
2. Another method (maceration) involves the extraction of useful components by insisting on an oil base of any elements of the plant. This path is more laborious.

The products obtained by these methods differ in basic indicators: the concentration of biologically active agents, the extraction method. Parsley essential oils are extremely rare on sale. Therefore, people, when there is a need for this product, resort to these two tried-and-tested methods of obtaining it.

The chemical components of the composition

• phenols;
• volatile fatty acids;
• terpenes (hydrocarbon compounds).

The oil obtained from parsley seeds differs from the product from the leaves of the plant with a higher content of the apiol agent (camphor parsley). Thanks to this particular substance, the product has such a bright aroma. In a herbal preparation from the leaves of terpenes is much less.

Parsley ester properties

The essential extract of Nebritica, so also popularly called parsley, favorably affects the psychoemotional state of a person. Aromatherapy with oil relieves stress, improves the indoor microclimate. These qualities are useful when there is a large concentration of people in the office, under stress and mental stress.

Parsley ether, in addition, has a number of medicinally useful qualities:

• antiseptic;
• antiviral;
• immunomodulatory;
• antihypertensive;
• anti-inflammatory;
• antispasmodic;
• diuretic, which helps get rid of severe swelling;
• antioxidant - perfectly copes with the elimination of toxins and metabolic products;
• tonic;
• absorbable.

Passionate fans of ideal forms often use non-essential oil to get rid of cellulite.

Application area

Gynecology
The presence of phytoestrogens in the oil allows its use in hormonal disorders. For example, using the essential component of parsley, you can remove the unpleasant consequences of the restructuring of the female body during menopause. Often, the product is used to stimulate labor. During natural feeding, ether stimulates milk production.Parsley oil is also an excellent prophylactic that prevents the development of breast tumors.

Digestion

1. It is proved that during aromatherapy sessions, if done regularly, it is possible to improve the digestive system. Parsley essential oil, having an active effect on the secretory functions of the glands, stimulates the production of enzymes necessary for food processing.
2. The property of parsley to increase appetite is known, garden crops work especially well in this direction when it has just been removed from the garden.
3. In addition, ether easily removes the phenomena of flatulence (bloating), as well as cramping and colic.
4. In the treatment of liver problems, the ability to stimulate secretory activity is also widely used.
5. Also, parsley ether is used for cracks in the anus and hemorrhoids.

Dermatology
An invaluable product occupies a huge niche in dermatology.

1. Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties make it effective in treating superficial wounds. Compositions with oil well clean the damaged surface, stimulate the rapid healing of wounds, and improve blood circulation.
2. The ability of ethers to clear hair follicles is known, which greatly contributes to their growth.
3. There is evidence that back in the last century, the parsley elixir was used in the fight against pediculosis. Now this method is rarely used, but to remove the effects of bee stings, many still resort to the old method in everyday life: by applying a few drops to the problem area, you can quickly, and most importantly painlessly, remove the insect sting.

Cosmetology
There are many recipes with parsley ether to improve the condition of the skin.

1. Compositions with this useful component help get rid of pigmentation, remove acne from the surface of the skin.
2. Parsley essential oil is considered indispensable when it comes to effective care for aging skin.
3. For several procedures with proper use of the product, you can get rid of vascular "stars", smooth small wrinkles on the face, and restore the skin to a fresh look.

Contraindications

The list of restrictions for the use of parsley ether consists of only two items:

1. It is strictly forbidden to use by pregnant women, because parsley is capable of provoking a miscarriage.
2. In case of individual intolerance, this type of treatment is also impossible.

The best folk recipes

1. Anti-inflammatory composition for the skin will help neutralize the foci of inflammation, get rid of acne, improve the external condition of the skin of the face. To do this, take as a basis a spoon of any quality oil (olive, almond), then add 2-3 drops of parsley ether and a little vodka (1 tsp) to the base component. The resulting mixture, which, unlike other cosmetic formulations will not dry the skin, it is recommended to wipe the face several times a day.
2. Aromatic baths with parsley ether help relieve muscle pain, as well as get rid of cystitis. To prepare for the procedure, you need to mix: bran, honey, sour cream or another dairy product, salt, butter. All ingredients are taken in approximately equal parts. Then you need to separate 30 grams of the resulting mixture and drip 10 drops of ether. By adding aromatic composition to warm water, you can simultaneously inhale healthy fumes and get a healing effect on the body.
3. Inhalations with oil can even cure chronic diseases of the throat and nose. In addition, such procedures will greatly alleviate the condition for bronchitis and pneumonia, and it is also beneficial for facial skin. Indeed, when exposed to vapors, pores open on the skin. The procedure does not require special preparations: it is enough to add three drops of ether in boiling water and breathe over steam for about 10 minutes, covering your head with a towel.
4. Preventive procedures to prevent colds, vascular events, relieve fatigue can be carried out regularly at home therapy with a special lamp. To do this, pour ordinary water into the upper part of the device, and then add parsley essential oil there from the calculation: 2 drops: 1 m2. After that, light a candle-pill and place it in the lower part of the aromatic incense burner.

How to make parsley essential oil yourself

This process is not simple; it consists of several stages that should be performed in strict sequence.

1. Well washed greens should be cut into large pieces.
2. Then add the green mass to the stewpan with any oil (corn, sunflower). The proportion should be 1: 1.
3. This mixture is fried on a minimum burner until boiling.
4. After the mass has cooled, it must be filtered.
5. Using a blender, the plant component is turned into mashed potatoes and passed through a sieve.
6. The resulting mixture is again combined with oil, then it settles for an hour and a half.
7. At the end of this period, the oil is filtered, poured into a jar, tightly closed with a lid.
8. The resulting product can be stored for no more than a week.

The recommendations given here will help with the help of your own efforts to prepare a truly high-quality product that can be subsequently used both for treatment and for other purposes.