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How it works
Topical use is the direct application of an essential oil to the skin or the body. While aromatic
use allows users to enjoy essential oils through the air, and internal use consists of consuming
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essential oils, topical application is a simple way to experience the power of essential oils—
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providing significant benefits for the skin and entire body.
Scientific background
Did you know that the skin is an organ? Just like the liver or the heart, the skin is an organ, and one of the
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largest organs in the body because of its weight and surface area. As a major organ of the body, the skin has
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many functions including protection, providing a sense of touch, and regulating body temperature.
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of touch: The skin also helps
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us understand our surroundings by
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Providing protection: One of the
most important functions of the skin
is that it protects our tissues and
other organs. The skin keeps out
unwanted or harmful substances,
and protects the internal organs from
things like radiation or injuries.
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sending sensory messages to the
brain that allow us to sense changes
in temperature, pain, pressure, and
more.
Regulating temperature: A
healthy body must remain within a
safe temperature range. Through
perspiration and blood flow, the
skin works to regulate our body
temperature to keep it within the
optimal range