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Achillea Oil
Yarrow oil is also known as Achillea oil as it is extracted from Achillea mille folium. This flower belongs to the Compositea family. It has many other names such as milfoil, nosebleed, yarrow and thousand leaves.
The properties of this oil are quite different from other essential oils. It has a very spicy and sweet smell. This viscosity of this oil is watery. The plant from which this oil comes grows generally between 1m to 3 m. The leaves resemble feathers and the colour of the flower head is pink and white like. It is used as a charm in Scotland.
This oil is believed to have healing properties and is still being used to cure ailments. It is also an important ingredient of a few Swedish beers. The oil is very easily extracted by drying and steam distillation of the herb. If you are pregnant then you cannot use this oil for any ailment.
Overuse of this oil can cause problems like headaches and it also causes irritation to sensitive skin. It has many therapeutic properties if used correctly. It is anti-rheumatic, diaphoretic, carminative as well as expectorant. If used well this oil is very useful for health problems.
If you have circulatory disorders you must use the Achillea oil. It is also beneficial for women who face the problem of irregular menstruation cycles or menopausal problems. It is also advisable to use this oil for infections and cystitis. This oil is also a great cure for digestive problems.
Astonishingly it is also used to fight stress related problems, insomnia and hypertension. If you have inflamed wounds on your skin then you must use this oil. It also treats cuts, rashes, eczema. The oil is also good for hair growth. Achillea is one of the best cures for burns.
In summary this oil is very good for naturally treating problems of circulation of blood in the body, problems related to the digestive system and issues with skin with no side effects whatsoever. You can also use this oil as bathing oil.
When you are using it as bathing oil always remember to dilute it as it is very strong. If used as bathing oil it can treat the problems of varicose veins, menstruation problems, stress, tension, and frustration and skin disorders. You can also use this oil for vapour therapy and cure problems of lack of sleep, restlessness and irritability.