ethnoscience suggests using various oils to treat psoriasis.
They can be used for physiotherapy and topical application to the affected areas of the skin and psoriasis of the fingernails.
Since this treatment uses absolutely natural ingredients, there is a great risk of developing an allergic reaction.
But still, the use of oils for the treatment of psoriasis largely leads to the removal of the clinical appearance of the disease, and there is no time limit on the duration of this type of treatment.
If you want to cure psoriasis on the nails and skin, the main thing is to consult with your doctor before using them, so that he can help you find the optimal oil for psoriasis from a huge variety.
They can be used individually, but there are recipes that suggest combining them to achieve a positive therapeutic effect in order to treat folk remedies at home.
VARIETIES
Everything vegetable oils are subdivided into essential and vegetable.
Essential ones are not used for cooking, but are used to treat various diseases, including psoriasis on the nails and skin.
Vegetable plants can be used for food, therefore, they differ not only in characteristics, but also in use.
Linseed
Flaxseed is most often used in the treatment of psoriasis of nails and skin.
Flaxseed improves skin regeneration, which allows you to cure existing skin lesions at home in a relatively short time.
Even if an advanced stage of the disease is detected, it is possible to use flaxseed to stabilize the condition, but this must first be agreed with the doctor.
With this approach, the risk of developing complications from the use of this type of oil for therapeutic purposes is reduced.
Olive
Olive is mainly used in the preparation of various dishes, but at the same time it has healing properties that help to treat dry and flaky skin with psoriasis.
When applied to damaged skin, olive oil helps heal signs of inflammation.
Sea buckthorn
Sea buckthorn oil for psoriasis is recommended for application to the skin in order to soften, relieve inflammation, swelling, itching and flaking with folk remedies.
It can also be taken internally at home to prevent relapses of the disease, and in case of an exacerbation, it shortens its duration.
Black cumin
The composition of black cumin oil contains saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, various phospholipids and amino acids, from the entire list of amino acids 8 are essential, carotenoids and vitamins D, C, D, E, as well as a large number of mineral components and so on.
Black cumin oil contains essential amino acids Omega-6 and Omega-9, which not only normalize various metabolic processes in the body, but also prevent the development and progression of inflammatory processes in the body, improve the general condition of the skin.
Vitamin E contained in black seed oil helps to cope with inflammation of the upper layers of the skin, increases the effectiveness of immune defenses and helps to normalize the water balance of skin cells.
The therapeutic effect of black cumin is used for various skin diseases due to a rather pronounced wound-healing effect. When applied to the affected areas, the processes of regeneration and collagen synthesis are triggered. The presence of phytosterols in the composition of black cumin promotes the production of provitamin D. It has a bactericidal effect against pathogenic microorganisms that provoke the development of an inflammatory process in the skin.
For the treatment of psoriasis, black cumin oil must be applied in a thin layer to the location of the rashes at home.
After that, its softening is noted, dryness and peeling are eliminated, cleansing from pathological rashes, stabilizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands of the skin.
For best results, you can mix it with other oils.
When taken orally, black cumin strengthens the immune system, helps to normalize the digestive tract and has an antioxidant effect. And also the components of black cumin have a beneficial effect on the work of the endocrine cardiovascular systems.
If after a week there is no result, then it is not suitable for treatment in a particular case and you need to stop using it.
Burdock
Burdock is most effective in psoriasis of the scalp. When applied, the regeneration of the affected skin areas improves, restores the skin of the affected hair follicles and enhances hair growth. Burdock is recommended for crusted psoriasis.
Stone
Stone is mineral substance, when applied to the surface of the affected skin, it introduces not only useful minerals, but also other useful substances.
Stone is able to activate recovery processes and enhance the protective functions of the skin, which leads to a decrease in the clinical manifestations of the disease.
Nail psoriasis can also be treated with mineral oil.
Coconut
If you use coconut to treat psoriasis, then it will help to cope with dryness, flaking and itching in the area of psoriatic plaques. Coconut soothes the skin where cracks or cuts can occur with psoriasis.
It can be applied up to 3 times a day. Treatment of psoriasis of nails with means containing coconut oil can be carried out at home.
Celandine
The composition of celandine is rich in various medicinal substances.
Celandine alkaloids are mainly used for treatment.
Various medicinal products based on celandine can be used both for oral administration and for external treatment of a wide variety of diseases.
Celandine juice can be used to treat psoriatic skin lesions. To prepare it, you will need a certain amount of freshly harvested celandine, which must be crushed with a meat grinder, then take gauze, place it in the celandine gruel that has not been obtained and squeeze out the juice.
Pour the resulting juice into a hermetically sealed container, refrigerate for settling for 5 days, then strain it again with sterile dishes and cover with a lid with holes. Let it brew for 3 weeks and the remedy based on celandine juice is ready. It can be used externally on the rash area.
To get rid of the manifestations of the disease, celandine oil must be applied to the surface of the plaque, its delicate effect gradually reduces peeling and signs of inflammation.
Preparations based on this medicinal plant you can treat nail psoriasis by applying it to the surface of the affected nail plate.
ESSENTIAL OILS
Essential oils for psoriasis are often used to treat not only skin manifestations in psoriasis, but also other types of skin diseases.
Castor
Castor will help to eliminate severe skin damage in psoriasis. To do this, it is necessary to gently rub it into the existing rashes without applying any effort; in order to achieve the effect, it is not recommended to wash it off until 12 hours.
Due to its high viscosity, castor should not be applied to the scalp and a large area of the affected skin.
To enhance the effectiveness, castor can be combined with other components, for example, when mixed with soda, a paste is obtained that is effective for rashes on the feet. Treatment for nail psoriasis is also possible and quite effective.
Milk thistle
Treating psoriasis is often a long and laborious process, so various methods can be used to improve the effectiveness. One of them is the use of milk thistle seeds due to the pronounced wound-healing effect.
Milk thistle seeds contain about 200 components with medicinal properties.
Silymarin in milk thistle helps to repair damaged cell membranes.
It prevents the development of joint damage in autoimmune diseases, which is important because mainly psoriasis is referred to them.
Physiotherapy recommends the use of milk thistle-based remedies during the development of an exacerbation of psoriasis during a complex of therapeutic measures. The medicinal plant milk thistle can be used to make medicinal teas and baths. Milk thistle seeds can also be taken orally as a powder.
Milk thistle oil is suitable for all skin types and has not been found to have a large number of contraindications. When applied to the affected skin, regeneration is improved, hydration is provided, as well as nutrition and vitamins.
An improvement in the course of the disease in psoriasis of the nails was noted.
That is why more and more doctors are recommending preparations based on milk thistle for various skin diseases, not only for psoriasis.
Tea tree
The use of tea tree oil is effective in treating psoriasis on nails and skin, as it has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and disinfecting effect.
For medicinal purposes, it is better to use undiluted tea tree oil.
To do this, a few drops of tea tree are applied to areas of dry skin and the location of psoriatic plaques twice a day.
At the same time, you can apply not only it to the affected area, but also lotions and tonics with it. They not only help to eliminate the skin manifestations of psoriasis, but also provide sufficient hydration to the skin.
When tea tree is combined with other medicinal components, a combined effect on various mechanisms of the development of the disease is obtained. For example, mix the following oils: rosemary, tea tree, bergamot, lavender, almond, borago and evening primrose.
At the end of mixing, the resulting drug must be left for 4 days to infuse. Then you can apply it to the affected areas of the skin up to 3 times a day.
This will improve the condition of the skin, eliminate itching and signs of inflammation, which facilitates the course of the disease and the use of tea tree oil and products based on it is sometimes indispensable.
If your skin is sensitive and to prevent irritation, you can dilute tea tree oil with olive or almond oil. After mixing for treatment, the mixture can be applied up to 3 times a day to the affected area for up to 20 minutes, then the excess can be washed off with warm water.
The course of treatment with a tea tree-based product is up to 14 days.
ON THE BASIS OF CONIFEROUS TREES
This group includes fir and pine.
Fir is not applied to the surface of the skin, it is used to prepare an emulsion, which is necessary for taking a therapeutic bath.
With a mild course of the disease, fir oil can be diluted and consumed internally.
This helps to reduce the amount of plaque and sometimes remove it entirely.
To treat psoriasis of nails, you can use drugs based on it. For skin care, patients can use fir soap, which can be purchased or made independently at home using fir oil.
Pine helps to soften the skin, enhance regeneration and gradual recovery, which leads to the elimination of the manifestations of the disease.
COMBINATION OF MIXTURES
The most effective use of oils for psoriasis is their combination, this allows a comprehensive effect on pathological process and accelerate the onset of remission or recovery and with psoriasis of the nails.
Litomaslo refers to medicinal products made from only natural ingredients.
Litomoil contains a unique medicinal plant - stone grass or woolly panzeria.
Litomoil also combines: propolis, cedar, milk thistle, sea buckthorn oil; pine needles oil extract; cedar resin.
This combination not only has curative action on damaged skin, but also supplies it with a large amount of nutrients.
Litomoil is not only good for the skin, but also has a beneficial effect on the following systems:
cardiovascular,
nervous,
sexual,
urinary.
Litomoil can be taken orally in a teaspoon 3 times a day, the course of treatment should last at least 30 days. Then you need to take a break and repeat the course again. You should not use litomoil for treatment if you are allergic to some of the components of the drug.
Since ancient times, the beneficial properties of oils have been used to treat various skin diseases, including psoriasis, their effectiveness is not inferior to drug treatment.
Of all types of psoriasis, the most common is the scalp. Read about the features of the first manifestations of the disease.
What oils for scalp psoriasis are most effective and why?
For the effective treatment of scalp psoriasis it is necessary to use only natural oils of the highest quality.
In order not to be mistaken in your choice, you need pay attention to the following factors:
- a bottle with a real high-quality product is made of dark glass and has a volume of 2 to 10 milliliters;
- the packaging must contain the 100% natural mark, and Latin name, information about the manufacturer and the expiration date of the product;
- the seller must have a product quality certificate.
The most effective treatments for scalp psoriasis are:
- basil;
- bergamot;
- lemon;
- geranium oil;
- spruce;
- ylang-ylang;
- vervain;
- cedar;
- lavender;
- lemon balm;
- juniper;
- myrrh;
- fir;
- rosemary;
- pine;
- thuja oil;
- tea tree oil;
- sage;
- chamomile;
- sandalwood;
- thyme oil;
- burdock.
Each of them has its own individual characteristics, which play an important role in the treatment of psoriasis. When starting to use them, it is also important to know about possible contraindications.
Basil renowned for its antibacterial and regenerative properties. As a result of its application, itching and dryness of the scalp is eliminated, and the hair becomes strong and strong. Contraindications to the use of this oil are individual intolerance, increased blood clotting and pregnancy.
Bergamot soothes the skin and relieves inflammation and makes the hair shinier. With epilepsy and diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, it is contraindicated.
Ylang Ylang Oil weakens the manifestations of psoriasis and restores damaged hair structure. It is contraindicated in pregnancy, low blood pressure, as well as individual intolerance.
Essential oils of coniferous trees have the strongest antiseptic properties. They strengthen the immune system, restore the skin and hair structure. You can not use them during pregnancy and a tendency to allergic reactions.
Rosemary is able to accelerate the process of local metabolism, as well as restore the skin and hair. However, it is contraindicated in hypertension, pregnancy and a tendency to seizures.
Burr oil- one of the most affordable and effective means. It is rich in vitamins and minerals that have a beneficial effect on the scalp. Contraindication to its use is individual intolerance.
Tea tree oil Is a very strong antiseptic that has excellent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
It restores the structure of the skin and hair, and effectively removes toxins. It is not recommended to use it during pregnancy, allergic reactions and individual intolerance.
REFERENCE: Another affordable and highly effective treatment for scalp psoriasis is salicylic oil, prepared on the basis of 5% salicylic acid, burdock, olive and castor oil.
How to make salicylic oil is described in the video:
How to use it correctly?
For the treatment of psoriasis, you need to add to the base (burdock, castor or olive) a few drops of any of the essential oils, or use a base oil with the addition of salicylic acid.
The prepared oil mixture is necessary apply to a cotton swab and rub intensively in the scalp area.
As you apply the product, hair needs to be divided into partings using a large-toothed comb. In total, you should get about six to seven partings, and each of them must be carefully processed.
For uniform distribution of the oil mixture over the entire surface, you need to perform a light massage for two to three minutes. After that, put a plastic cap on your head.
After 1.5-2 hours, the crust on the head will soften, after which it is necessary carefully remove with a comb... Next, you need to thoroughly wash your hair in the usual way.
Treatment course and effectiveness
The use of oils for the treatment of psoriasis is recommended with an interval of two to three days.
By successfully combining essential oils with base oils, can effectively relieve scalp psoriasis symptoms... The main thing is to make sure that there are no allergic reactions before starting treatment. As a result of this therapy, the skin and hair structure will be restored.
Oil - non-drug, but pretty effective method fight psoriasis.
Such treatment has a beneficial effect on the condition of the epidermis and on the work of internal organs. The use of all oils for psoriasis has its own characteristics, which must be taken into account.
Benefits of oils for the skin
All oils used in the food industry, medicine and cosmetology are divided into two large groups:
- Etherols, or essential oils. They are used only in dilution with base bases, creams, petroleum jelly or as an additional component in skin masks. For example, rose oil, fir oil, neroli, ylang ylang and patchouli.
- Basic. They are used to treat leather in pure form, without dilution. The basic ones include olive, flaxseed, almond, peach and a number of others, they are also consumed inside.
Natural oily liquids are extracted from plants - seeds, fruits, flowers, shoots, seeds. Base and essential oils contain essential trace elements that greatly improve the condition of the skin. The use of such products for psoriasis:
- enhances the nutrition of the epidermis;
- restores the natural skin balance;
- reduces inflammatory reactions;
- softens dry areas of the skin;
- Improves cell and tissue regeneration.
Oils for the treatment of altered skin in psoriasis are used in several versions. This can be simple softening of the skin, using a compress, using oily liquids for massage and preparing masks.
Base oils are well absorbed by the epidermis and rarely cause allergic reactions. Esters can cause burns if applied without dilution with other products. Essential extracts often lead to the development of allergic reactions, therefore, when using them for the first time, you need to carefully monitor the changes on the body at the site of application, and the first time you use them, you need to check the sensitivity of the skin by applying oil to the elbow area for 10-15 minutes.
Etherols also have one more advantage - they are endowed with a scent that can positively affect the functioning of the nervous system, improve sleep, and raise mood. Volatile esters for skin treatment are selected taking into account the tolerance of the aroma and composition of the liquid.
The use of ethers for psoriasis
It is believed that essential oils for psoriasis are selected for treatment such that they contain antiseptic components, accelerate skin regeneration, and improve metabolic processes.
It is strictly forbidden to use odorous esters with irritating properties: these are extracts from nutmeg, cinnamon, coriander, rosemary root. Their application to the skin with psoriasis will increase irritation and provoke the appearance of new rashes.
Tea tree
Compared to most esters for psoriasis, tea tree extract is used in its pure form. One or two drops of aromatic oil are applied to the surface of the plaque and rubbed in a circular motion.
Tea tree oil is used at home to massage the body and head, it is recommended to add a few drops of it to the bath water. From the onset of psoriasis on the skin, a mixture of an odorous liquid with cucumber lotion is used. Use the remedy three times a day, rubbing into the affected areas of the body.
Black cumin
The fragrant oil of black cumin in psoriasis in the phase of exacerbation when applied externally eliminates flaking, tightness, itching and swelling of tissues. Essential oil is also used internally, it normalizes the functions of the immune system, removes accumulated toxins, improves the functioning of the nervous system and digestive organs.
For patients with psoriasis, black cumin ether is recommended to be applied in its pure form to the formed plaques and areas of the body with scaling. The extract is also added to the cream, bath.
Black cumin has a positive effect on the condition of the hair, so the oil is added to nourishing, strengthening masks.
Inside, an oily liquid should be drunk one teaspoon per day 20 minutes before meals. This is a variant of oral administration of the drug.
Basil
Basil is a plant with pronounced wound healing, nourishing, moisturizing and bactericidal properties. In psoriasis, it is recommended to use it to treat the skin in the form of masks and compresses.
A compress is prepared from 30 ml of base oil and 10 ml of basil ether. The soaked gauze is applied to the affected areas of the body for 30 minutes. Basil is effective in treating scalp psoriasis.
Lavender
Lavender ether softens the skin and reduces inflammation. The aroma of the plant has a positive effect on nervous system, calming and improving mood. It is impossible to apply a fragrant lavender extract in its pure form; before processing the skin, mix a few drops of essential oil with the base oil of olive, sea buckthorn, and peach.
With psoriasis, a compress gives good results in treating the skin. To prepare it, you need to take several types of oils:
- lavender;
- wheat germ oil;
- Palm;
- Moroccan chamomile;
- tarragon.
All essential oils are mixed in equal proportions, the resulting solution is used to lubricate psoriatic elements three times a day.
Fir
Fir oil has pronounced bactericidal, soothing and regenerating properties. Fir improves the functioning of immune cells, reduces pain. With psoriasis, it is advisable to take a course of fir baths - up to 10 drops of oil are added to the water. The duration of the bath is 20 minutes.
Undiluted fir oil is applied to dry and newly formed plaques located on the scalp. This application leads to their softening, eliminates itching and accelerates the renewal of the epidermis.
Treatment of any form of psoriasis with oils is best done in courses of two or three weeks. During this time, it will be seen how the skin reacts to external therapeutic effects and whether there is a need to take additional drugs.
All essential, medicinal oils for psoriasis should always be used taking into account their individual tolerance.
Application of vegetable oils in dermatology
Vegetable oils used in medicine for psoriasis are not only sunflower and olive oils. The manifestations of skin disease are reduced when using natural oils from amaranth, shea tree, coconut. Burdock, hemp, and flax oils are also used. They are used both in pure form and as part of medicinal mixtures, masks.
Shi
Extraction extracted from the seeds of the shea tree has high wound-healing properties, neutralizes itching. Shea butter can be used to treat psoriatic eruptions around the eyes, on the face, behind the ears and on the scalp.
This oil is often used as an effective remedy for the prevention of skin exacerbations of the disease. It should be applied to plaques and dry areas of the body twice a day until changes decrease.
Amaranth
Amaranth oil for psoriasis is most often used by people suffering from a skin ailment for several years. Phytotherapists advise using it both for treating the skin and inside.
Amaranth removes toxins, stabilizes the work of endocrine organs, improves defenses. External application of the product accelerates the regeneration of skin with psoriatic elements, moisturizes the epidermis, and leads to regression of skin rashes.
You need to drink amaranth oil 25 ml twice a day just before eating. The course of treatment is two weeks. It must be borne in mind that an overdose of amaranth can cause nausea and dyspeptic symptoms. The product is used externally to lubricate psoriatic elements.
Burdock
Burdock oil for psoriasis should be used for medical purposes when the disease leads to damage to the nails and scalp. The oily liquid softens the skin, promotes nail restoration, and reduces hair loss. Burdock oil should be rubbed into nails two or three times a day. For the treatment of psoriasis on the head, the following method is used:
- The agent is applied to the plaques and rubbed in.
- A warming cap is put on top.
- The compress should be kept for several hours, it is better to do it at night.
- After removing the cap, remove soft crusts, rinse the hair with a suitable shampoo and comb.
Burdock compresses should be done at least twice a week, this will speed up the restoration of the skin.
Hemp
Hemp oil is made from the seeds of the plant. There is no need to be afraid of its use, since narcotic substances are contained only in the leaves and inflorescences of hemp. Use the product internally and externally. An oily extract from hemp moisturizes dry and flaky skin, accelerates its healing processes, nourishes, and normalizes the functioning of the glands.
You can also add the product to vegetable salads. External use involves lubricating areas of the skin with psoriatic elements with an oily liquid.
Almond
Noble almond oil normalizes metabolism, enhances cell regeneration, softens dry skin. When psoriatic eruptions appear, use a mixture prepared from the following components:
- 2 tablespoons of almond oil;
- 5 drops of lavender ether;
- 5 drops of concentrated chamomile broth;
- 3 drops of liquid vitamin E.
The resulting solution is applied to the plaques up to three times a day. Already after two or three days, the treatment leads to softening of the skin and a reduction in the size of the rashes.
Castor oil
Using castor oil for psoriasis, it is possible to achieve softening of dry skin and softening of plaques. The castor oil is rubbed into dry areas and left to absorb for several hours.
The product can be applied to the scalp and face. Castor oil is also added to various masks that improve the condition of the scalp and strengthen the hair weakened as a result of the disease.
Coconut
Coconut oil for psoriasis is used to soften the skin. The product is suitable for the treatment of overly sensitive skin prone to allergic rashes. The product is well absorbed into the epidermis and protects cells from negative impact harmful factors.
Dermatologists recommend using coconut oil for psoriasis when psoriatic elements are localized on the head. Both a simple rubbing of the product and the preparation of nutritious masks based on it will help to eliminate them.
Olive
Quality olive oil is called the king of base oils. Perhaps it can only be surpassed in efficiency by grape seed oil of the first, cold pressing. With psoriasis, olive oil increases the elasticity of the skin, accelerates its healing. It can be used both externally to lubricate rashes, and internally. The product can be drunk one or two tablespoons in the morning or seasoned with salads, cereals.
Natural products used externally and internally can help to cope with the manifestations of psoriasis on initial stages development of the disease in conjunction with other methods of exposure.
It is possible to prevent the progression of psoriasis only if the treatment is carried out on time and preventive measures are constantly applied to reduce the risk of recurrence of skin pathology.
How to use burdock oil for treatment? There are clear and specific recommendations that allow you to enjoy an excellent result in a short time.
Burdock oil for psoriasis
Diseases of the skin, accompanied by dryness and flaking - this is the main direction of the therapeutic activity of burdock oil. One of these ailments is psoriasis, which is manifested by the formation of plaques covered with hard-to-peel crusts.
At the heart of the disease is a keratoplastic process associated with the production of a large number of flaky elements in the epidermis. Psoriasis is accompanied by severe itching, which makes life difficult for patients.
Burdock oil is very effective in treating psoriasis. It is capable of:
- reduce the activity of inflammation on the skin;
- remove scales;
- relieve itching and irritation;
- accelerate the resorption of plaques;
- activate reparative processes in the skin.
Since burdock oil is completely natural and low-allergenic, it can be applied not only to the scalp, but also to significant surfaces of the skin. For the treatment with burdock oil, a pure product is used (as when used) or in combination with salicylic acid in a 10: 1 ratio.
Burdock oil against psoriasis is applied to clean, slightly moisturized skin. The minimum exposure is 15 minutes. You can apply the oil 3 times a day during an exacerbation of psoriasis. An occlusive dressing, which is applied over the treated skin areas, will help to enhance the effect. When using burdock oil for psoriasis of the head, a bandage should not be applied to it.
After treating the skin, the remaining oil must be washed off with warm running water and neutral soap. As with use, the course of treatment with burdock oil is at least 10 days. A significant positive effect of the treatment of psoriasis with burdock oil develops already on the second day.
Burdock oil for seborrhea
Painful dryness and accumulation of dandruff on the scalp can be caused by seborrhea. The disease causes itching, and also sharply reduces the aesthetic perception of a person. As the disease progresses, the hair becomes lifeless, and the scalp becomes irritated with numerous excoriation. In severe situations, itching can be so intense that it deprives people of sleep.
Burdock oil can significantly alleviate human suffering. It affects the scalp in the following ways:
- relieves irritation and itching;
- moisturizes the scalp;
- heals hair;
- facilitates combing and has a deodorizing effect.
Burdock oil for scalp seborrhea should be applied in pure form. The surface of the head is lubricated with a slow massaging motion. Then stays on hair for 30 minutes. After the end of the treatment session, the remaining oil is washed off with running water and neutral soap.
To enhance the effect of using burdock oil against seborrhea (oily and dry), you can use a bandage. To do this, after applying burdock oil, wrap your head with a towel or linen cloth. Leave for 1 hour (no more!), Then remove the bandage, wash off the burdock oil, and comb the head with a massage comb.
The course of treatment with burdock oil for seborrhea for hair is at least 10 days, the first effect occurs already on the 3rd day.
Burdock oil for lice
The rules for using burdock oil against lice are as follows:
- slightly moisturize your head;
- mix 6 parts of burdock oil and 1 part of vinegar essence;
- apply the mixture evenly to the hair without massaging movements, without rubbing;
- wrap the treated head with a linen towel;
- processing time - 1 hour, then the bandage is removed, and the head must be washed with running water and neutral soap;
- after the end of the procedure, comb the hair with an anti-lice comb to remove dead lice and nits.
The course of treatment is 3 days. After that, lice and nits will be completely destroyed.
Does burdock oil help lice? Undoubtedly. But it is important to remember that in this case, pure oil is ineffective, and is used only in combination with acidifying components.
Various oils for psoriasis - effective means, which help to cope with the disease when it is impossible to use medications or to enhance their action. A mixture of volatile substances is obtained from medicinal plants by pressing, extraction and distillation.
How to choose a natural essential oil (click to expand)
To buy a natural product, you should pay attention to the packaging in which it is sold. In accordance with generally accepted quality standards, the essential oil is produced in vials of 2.0-10 ml, which are made not from transparent, but from darkened glass. The label must contain information that the oil is a 100% natural product.
The quality product contains only native components, which must be indicated on the label in Latin letters.
Treatment of psoriasis with essential oils is due to the following properties:
- Destruction of bacterias and protection against re-infection;
- Restoration of damaged cellular structures and healing;
- Removal of inflammation, peeling and redness of the skin;
- Moisturizing and nourishing the skin on which psoriatic plaques are located.
There are a large number of natural remedies that effectively eliminate pathological changes in the skin. Everyone can choose the most suitable option for themselves from the recipes below, prepared on the basis of natural oils.
It is unacceptable for pregnant women to treat psoriasis with medications. Essential oils in this case are the only way to avoid the development of complications. Use only mild natural oils that do not cause allergies.
Essential oils can be added to cosmetic creams if desired. It is good to take baths and massage with them. Any compress will give a more pronounced result than regular lubrication.
Amaranth oil
Oxygenates tissues and quickly relieves inflammatory process... The natural remedy increases elasticity and has pronounced protective qualities. Amaranth oil for psoriasis has not only a moisturizing effect, but also nourishes the skin with all the necessary elements... The product has protective qualities, preventing the attachment of a secondary infection. Amaranth increases collagen production and repairs damaged surfaces.
It is unacceptable to use with urolithiasis and gallstone disease, cholecystitis, diseases of the stomach and intestines.
Recipe:
- Take orally 2 tsp. 30 minutes before meals;
- Lubricate the affected areas of the skin 3-5 times a day.
Stone oil
Mineral alum contains almost all elements from the periodic table, including silver, gold and platinum. Stone oil for psoriasis has a complex effect: relieves flaking and redness, making the affected areas almost invisible.
Has no contraindications
due to the fact that the composition includes components that have a gentle effect on the body.Recipe:
- Outwardly - the powder (1 tsp) is mixed with vegetable fats (3 tsp) or petroleum jelly and applied to the skin affected by psoriasis;
- Inside - dilute 1 g of powder in 3 liters of boiled water and take 100 ml once a day after meals. The dose should be gradually increased to 300 ml per day. The course of treatment is 1 month.
Castor oil
Made from castor bean, a medicinal plant rich in antioxidants. Natural remedy eliminates signs skin diseases and prevents exacerbation... Castor oil for psoriasis is used to remove plaque and eliminate the likelihood of complications.
Note! It can be used even during pregnancy, since castor oil does not cause allergic reactions and does not have a toxic effect on the body.
Recipe:
- Apply undiluted oil to the disc and treat the affected areas. Leave for 2-3 hours in order to be completely absorbed into the epidermis;
- Treat the plaques at night every day, until the symptoms of the disease disappear completely.
Coconut oil
Used for moisturizing and healing purposes. Coconut oil for psoriasis is recommended for people with very sensitive skin, when other products cause irritation. The natural product is quickly absorbed and has pronounced protective properties.
Coconut oil contains plant hormones - kinetins, which have a powerful antioxidant effect, preventing detrimental influence free radicals on the skin. Does not have a negative effect on the body.
Recipe:
- Warm up in a water bath to the desired temperature and apply on the plaques, gently massaging, 2-3 times a day;
- Take orally 2 tsp. a day before meals with a little water.
Olive oil
The ozonized natural product quickly moisturizes the skin and promotes its regeneration at the cellular level. Olive oil for psoriasis is prescribed to treat plaque on the soles and palms. This remedy enhances local immunity and moisturizes the skin... You can use olive oil without any restrictions.
Recipe:
- Apply on damaged areas skin with a thin layer 2-3 times a day;
- Drink 1-3 tsp. on an empty stomach half an hour before the main meal every day.
Burr oil
It is used when psoriatic plaques appear on the scalp. The composition of the medicinal plant contains many vitamins, tannins and mineral salts. Burdock oil for psoriasis relieves itching and eliminates flaking, restores damaged structures and relieves inflammation.
Burdock does not have a toxic effect on the body, so it can be used without restrictions.
Recipe:
- It should be applied 3-4 times on damaged skin;
- It can be used as lotions and compresses, which must be applied to the plaques for 20-30 minutes.
Tea tree
It is a powerful antiseptic that quickly relieves inflammation and restores the skin at the cellular level. Tea tree oil for psoriasis eliminates itching, excludes the likelihood of an exacerbation of the disease and reduces pain syndrome.
It is unacceptable to use by pregnant women and persons prone to allergies. An absolute contraindication is the intolerance of the components that make up the composition.
Recipe:
- Apply undiluted to affected areas 2 times a day;
- Add 2-3 drops to 5 ml of any lotion and wipe the skin every 12 hours.
Black cumin
Includes more than 100 components - catalysts of metabolic processes. Restores defenses and relieves rashes and plaques in a short time.
Recipe:
- Drink 1 tsp in the morning. black cumin oil before meals or add the product to a salad;
- Drink 10 ml of oil after meals inside.
Base oils for psoriasis
Esters are never used in their pure form. They are mixed with base oils that dissolve nutrients and provide nutrients to the upper layers of the epidermis. The advantages of such a product are the ability to use it in its pure form, without admixture of additional components.
Butter | How to use | Properties |
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Pumpkin seed oil | anti-inflammatory, wound healing, antiallergenic, antioxidant, immunomodulatory | |
Argan oil | Taken orally, applied to affected areas before bedtime | anti-inflammatory, regenerating, antiseptic |
Camphor oil | The damaged areas are lubricated with undiluted oil | cleansing and wound healing effect |
Cedar oil | It is taken orally before meals, the affected areas are lubricated | antiseptic, healing effect |
Hemp oil | Used for both internal reception and external use | anti-inflammatory, regenerating |
Linseed oil | Taken orally, used to lubricate plaque. | has regenerating properties |
Milk thistle oil | Taken internally, applied to irritated skin | regenerating, nourishing action |
Sea buckthorn oil | Taken orally before meals | has anti-inflammatory, calming effect |
Fir oil | Applied to psoriatic plaques | has a calming, regenerating effect |
Pumpkin seed oil
In ancient times, pumpkin seed oil was highly valued - a small bottle was equal to the cost of a gold ring. And all thanks to the unique healing properties: anti-inflammatory, wound healing, anti-allergenic, antioxidant, immunomodulatory. All these qualities are the result of a rich composition: vitamins and minerals, polyunsaturated fatty acids and phospholipids, carotenoids and flavonoids.
For psoriasis, this product is used:
- For internal reception. Start with 1 tsp. on an empty stomach or after 1.5-2 hours after a meal 1 time per day. After a few days, increase the amount to 2 tsp.
- For external use. Apply the product to the affected areas in a thin layer before bedtime. After 30 minutes. the remains are removed with a paper towel.
The product is used for masks with the addition of honey, yogurt, egg yolk and other components. Rub into scalp to strengthen hair.
If you have problems with gallbladder the oil is not used or is used after a medical consultation - the product can cause movement of stones and blockage of the bile ducts.
If you have a predisposition to allergies, it is recommended to consult a doctor before using natural remedies.
Argan oil
Argan oil for medicinal purposes is obtained by cold pressing their kernels contained in the seeds of the argan tree. To extract 1 liter of product, you need 50 kg of fruit or 15 kg of seeds.
- Vitamin E - 3 times more than in olive oil.
- Fatty acids Omega-6 and Omega-9, stearic and palmitic acids.
- Polyphenols, carotenoids, phytosterols, natural antioxidant squalene.
The composition rich in medicinal components makes argan oil an indispensable natural healer in the treatment of a number of diseases, including psoriasis. The properties of the product (anti-inflammatory, regenerating, antiseptic) help to cope with the disease when applied externally and ingested:
- It is applied to the affected areas before going to bed, waiting for absorption (15-30 minutes), the remains are removed with a paper towel.
- Is taken orally for 1 tsp. daily.
This use of argan oil reduces the intensity of symptoms and helps restore the beauty and health of skin, hair and nails.
Camphor oil
Camphor oil contains a large amount of phytoncides and has a pronounced cleansing and wound healing effect on the skin.
- You can lubricate the damaged areas with camphor oil undiluted.
- It is recommended to alternate with other products to eliminate the likelihood of irritation.
Cedar oil
Cedar nut oil has a pronounced antiseptic effect, thanks to which sores and wounds on the skin heal in a matter of days.
- Apply to damaged areas 2-3 times a day
- You can take inside before meals for 2-4 tsp.
A positive result from the treatment is noticeable within a week.
Hemp oil
Hemp oil is widely used to treat psoriasis as it helps not only reduce inflammation, but also quickly repair damaged areas. This natural medicine is used for both oily and dry skin and helps to normalize the function of the sebaceous glands.
- Take orally 2 tbsp. l. per day.
- External use - apply to psoriatic plaques.
Linseed oil
It is recommended to use exclusively unrefined flaxseed oil, which contains a huge amount of nutrients. The native product not only regenerates the skin at the cellular level, but also eliminates the causes of psoriasis, excluding relapses. Linseed oil is used for psoriasis for plaque lubrication and ingestion.
Milk thistle oil
Milk thistle oil is made from the seeds of a medicinal plant such as thistle. It has regenerating and nourishing properties for the skin. For psoriasis, it is recommended:
- Apply liberally to flaky and irritated skin.
- You can take 1 tsp orally. 2 times a day for a month.
Sea buckthorn oil
Sea buckthorn oil eliminates the signs of psoriasis and acts on the main causes of the development of the disease.
- It is recommended to take the remedy for 1-2 tsp. inside before meals 2-3 times a day
- Continue taking for 2-4 weeks.
Sea buckthorn cleanses the intestines, which makes it possible to eliminate the provoking factor. Topical application to the plaque ensures that inflammation is relieved and ulceration is eliminated. Sea buckthorn oil for psoriasis soothes damaged and inflamed skin.
Fir
Fir oil is widely used to combat dermatological diseases. For psoriasis, it is recommended:
- use externally - apply 3-4 times a day on psoriatic plaques, as lotions and bath solutions;
- continue the procedure for at least 7 days until the symptoms of the disease decrease.
Let's summarize
Essential oils for psoriasis are natural remedies often used to treat the condition. Essential plant extracts have a whole list of useful properties: regenerate, soften and moisturize, disinfect, relieve inflammation and peeling.
Treatment for psoriasis with oils includes a combination of essential oils with base ingredients that are necessary to enhance efficiency. Their origin is also completely natural, which is why the products are popular.