Although the English word "aromatherapy" only appeared in this century, aromatherapy has a very long history. Before the invention of essential oil distillation technology, there was a deep tradition of using medicinal plants in ancient times.
Chinese herbal oils have been available in China for more than 3,500 years in the Han Dynasty. Medical scientist Li Shizhen’s "Compendium of Materia Medica" also mentioned a variety of floral medicinal oils, which have developed to this day. , we can still see some essential oil plants that can be used as traditional Chinese medicine or extracted.
Mugwort, also known as "mugwort", belongs to the genus Artemisia in the Asteraceae family and is a traditional Chinese medicine. The stems are slightly red, and the leaves are green but the backs of the leaves are silvery white and hairy; it has been used in China for thousands of years.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that mugwort has a bitter and pungent taste, is warm in nature, has the effect of repelling coldness and dehumidifying, and is very helpful for women's diseases. Therefore, it is also regarded as "Women's Health Herb". Nowadays, mugwort is gradually entering people's field of vision and has become a health-preserving herb in people's mouth, such as moxibustion, foot soaking medicine packs, mugwort warm baby patches, etc.
Some people say that mugwort cures diseases by relying on firepower and medicinal power. In fact, mugwort essential oil, as the essence, concentrates all the medicinal power of mugwort.
Mugwort essential oil is a volatile aromatic substance extracted from the leaves and stems of Mugwort through extrusion and solvent extraction. It is generally light yellow or green-yellow. , has a fresh grassy fragrance, can dissolve mucus, fight infection, stimulate menstruation, and remove dampness. It has psychological effects and can improve self-confidence, and I believe you can see a better future.
Schisandra chinensis is one of the precious traditional Chinese medicines in my country. It is named after its five flavors: sour, bitter, sweet, pungent and salty. It was first listed in the Shennong's Materia Medica as a top-grade traditional Chinese medicine. It is recorded in the "Benjing": "It mainly replenishes qi, relieves cough and qi, and is used to treat fatigue and thinness. It can strengthen yin and benefit men's essence." It has the effect of relieving sweating, astringent essence, stopping diarrhea, calming and tranquilizing the mind. It has extremely high medicinal value.
Schisandra chinensis is a plant of the Schisandra genus in the Magnoliaceae family. It has strong climbing ability, long oval leaves, slightly toothed edges, and dark green leaves. The fruit sequence is red and pleasantly shiny.
Schisandra chinensis essential oil is extracted from the dried Schisandra chinensis fruit. It is bright yellow in color and has the special aroma of Schisandra chinensis. It helps stimulate the body’s metabolism and immune system capabilities, nourishes the body, and relieves anxiety. Provides antioxidant protection and maintains liver and kidney health.
Cnidium monnieri is named "Cnidium monnieri" because it resembles a snake's bed, and its seeds are called "Cnidium monnieri", the name of Chinese medicine. From ancient times to the present, Cnidium monnieri has been regarded as a wonder medicine for treating skin diseases and pruritus by medical scientists of all ages.
Chen Shiduo, a famous doctor in the Qing Dynasty, once said in his "Ben Gexin Bian": "Cnidium monnieri has amazing functions. It can be used to treat both internal and external diseases, but it is especially good for external treatment." . Modern medical research shows that Cnidium monnieri can improve human immunity, promote human hematopoietic function, and protect the adrenal cortex. It has the effect of delaying aging, reducing the toxic and side effects of chemotherapy, and prolonging life.
Cnidum is a plant of the genus Cnidium in the Umbelliferae family. Its roots are conical and slender. The stems are upright or upward, multi-branched, hollow, with deep ribs on the surface and rough;
Cnidium monnieri essential oil is extracted from dried mature fruits through supercritical CO? method. It is a light yellow oily liquid with a specific fragrance and irritation.
Ligusticum chuanxiong belongs to the genus Ligusticum in the Apiaceae family. It is a perennial herb with well-developed rhizomes, forming irregular nodular fist-shaped masses with a strong aroma. It grows in mild climates. environment. It is a traditional Chinese medicinal plant. It is often used to activate blood circulation and promote qi, dispel wind and relieve pain. Ligusticum chuanxiong is pungent, warm and fragrant, and it can be dispersed when walked but not kept, and can reach the top of the head when ascending.
Ligusticum chuanxiong essential oil is extracted from the root, and its color is red or reddish-brown and clear. The scent of the extracted essential oil is a bit like the bitterness of traditional Chinese medicine, and it smells healing and reassuring.
Its nature and flavor are pungent and warm, and it returns to the liver meridian, gallbladder meridian, and pericardial meridian. It can promote qi and relieve depression, activate blood circulation and relieve pain. It can be used for irregular menstruation and amenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea, postpartum blood stasis, carbuncles, sores, swelling and pain due to falls, headaches (caused by blood stasis and qi stagnation), etc. It is suitable for people with blood stasis constitution.
Plants are sacred gifts given by nature to all things, and they are also human treasures. They not only play a huge role in traditional Chinese medicine, but also shine in aromatherapy.