They are not greasy and do not clog the pores like vegetable oils can. As the most powerful part of the plant, essential oils and plant extracts have been used medicinally to kill bacteria, fungi, and viruses. They provide exquisite fragrances to balance mood, lift spirits, dispel negative emotions, and create a romantic atmosphere. They are oxygenating and help transport nutrients to the cells of our body. They can stimulate the regeneration of tissue and stimulate nerves.
Essential oils have a chemical structure that is similar to that found in human cells and tissues.
This makes essential oils compatible with protein and enables them to be readily identified and accepted by the body. They have a unique ability to penetrate cell membranes and diffuse throughout the blood and tissues. When topically applied to the feet or elsewhere, essential oils can travel throughout the body in a matter of minutes. In the human body, essential oils stimulate the secretion of antibodies, neurotransmitters, endorphins, hormones, and enzymes. The essential oil, PanAway, is part of my Starter Program for ST that I use for pain Always skin test an essential oil before using it.