Essential oils are organic compounds extracted from natural products to which a large number of properties are attributed. They are mainly used in holistic treatments, such as aromatherapy to improve physical, emotional and mental health, although they have also been used in the dermatological and aesthetic field.
The origin of essential oils is ancient and they have been used to treat different health problems, beauty, cleaning and natural medicine. One of these is the essential oil of coffee, which is very aromatic and It is obtained from the pressing of the grains of “caffea arabica”which have previously been roasted.
According to the dermatologist Tarcila Taborda, this extract has been used in the dermatological area for its benefits on the skin thanks to its levels of flavonoids and polyphenols, which have more powerful antioxidant properties than vitamin C and green tea. It also acts as a whitener on the skin and is beneficial for dry skin or cellulite.
It is also used to combat aging due to its high content of vitamin E, fatty acids and antioxidants, thus increasing collagen production and keeping the skin smooth and wrinkle-free. Thus, it is advisable to add a few drops of coffee essential oil to your day cream and combine it with a few drops of jojoba oil, to hydrate your skin and provide it with the stability it needs, reducing wrinkles and renewing skin cells.
in aesthetics, used to diminish dark circles and blemishes under the eyes, acting as a decongestant in the area and helping to reduce inflammation, because these are caused by poor circulation in the area, fatigue or poor diet. Likewise, it can be used on the hair, since it will give it shine and resistance, increasing keratin, for this you only have to rub a few drops on the roots for a period of fifteen days before sleeping, to show off healthy and strong hair.
In the same way, it is used to give massages, since strengthens muscles and provides vitality to the body, relieving joint and muscle pain. In aromatherapy its use is frequent in people with physical fatigue, exhaustion, nervous tension and stress, by diffusing the essential oil of coffee in rest areas.
Also, when used in a diffuser, it gives warmth to the workplace or to the rooms of the house. In the field of personal hygiene, it is used in mouthwashes due to its disinfectant and refreshing power, as well as to eliminate bad breath.
You can use coffee essential oil as a natural antidepressantTo do this, soak a piece of cotton with the oil and place them near the bed. In this way, its aroma will act as an invigorating and help your mood improve.