Powerful, delicate, pure and very effective, essential oils have more than one trick up their sleeve. Extracted from plants, they are real concentrates of well-being that can open access to new treatments , personalized and customizable , for all professionals of well-being and beauty.

Yes, essential oils are not only used in the form of food supplements ! They are pure active ingredients that you can also use daily in your spa or beauty salon.

Do you want to know how?

Do you want to know more about the different essences you can choose for your treatments?

Green Spa explains everything about it! Discover all the beauty of essential oils , as well as the secrets they contain.

What place can essential oils occupy in a beauty institute or spa?

When you run an institute or a spa, you always think about ordering massage oils, scrubs , butters ... But you don't always think about essential oils. And yet!

In these small bottles, there is a real concentrate of happiness and benefits . Especially in the context of professional use, when customers are looking for the best care for their skin.

For example, essential oils can help create a calming and relaxing atmosphere, promoting a unique customer experience.

You can take advantage of all the benefits of aromatherapy , to stimulate the senses and relaxation of your massaged people and create a unique universe.

Not to mention that when used properly, essential oils have therapeutic properties that can improve skin health, treat specific conditions and enhance the effectiveness of skincare treatments.

By integrating essential oils into your daily life, you increase your chances of distinguishing yourself through a holistic approach to well-being, where care of the body and mind is taken into account.

What more could you ask for to make your customers want to come back and see you as often as possible?

How to integrate essential oils into your daily life?

However, when you have never worked with essential oils before, it can be complicated to know how to integrate them into your daily life.

After all, these are active ingredients in their purest form: there is no question of spreading them on your clients' bodies!

On the other hand, if you learn how to use them correctly, essential oils can bring many benefits to your spa or beauty salon. We tell you everything.

Create a unique olfactory atmosphere

Aromatizing the air with essential oil diffusers is a popular method of creating a relaxing atmosphere.

In other words, if you put a few drops of essential oils in a diffuser, you can enjoy a fresh and natural smell in your spa or beauty salon.

It will help your customers relax, and it will give a great image to your establishment.

For example, lavender can be diffused for its calming properties, while eucalyptus can purify the air and promote deep breathing.

Offer personalized care

Essential oils can be added to neutral bases to create tailor-made treatments.

Whether in creams , lotions or massage oils, each essential oil can provide specific benefits depending on the client's needs. For example, tea tree essential oil can be added to Green Spa neutral massage oil to treat acne-prone skin during a relaxing massage.

It feels good on the skin, it's effective: the best of the best to make an impression on your customers!

Why not aromatic baths?

Incorporating essential oils into baths can provide a unique sensory and therapeutic experience . If you have a space designed for baths, don't hesitate to add a few drops of essential oil.

Aromatic baths can help relax muscles, improve blood circulation and provide a moment of deep relaxation.

To do before a massage or scrub, to reach the Nirvana of relaxation !

Essential oils, essential for targeted treatments

Finally, some essential oils can be used to treat specific problems, such as muscle pain , headaches or skin problems.

You can then integrate them into some of your treatments, depending on the needs of those you massage.

For example, peppermint essential oil is known to relieve headaches when massaged into the temples.

The different essential oils and their benefits

But which essential oil should you choose for your care? There are so many possibilities, and so many different benefits !

Green Spa presents the most important essential oils that can find a place in your care routines.

Lavender, the queen of essential oils

Lavender essential oil is one of the most versatile and popular.

It is extracted by steam distillation of lavender flowers . Completely natural, it is particularly prized for its calming and relaxing properties , making it an ideal choice for relaxation treatments and massages.

In addition to its soothing effects, lavender essential oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties , making it effective for treating minor cuts, burns and insect bites.

Its sweet, floral scent also makes it an excellent choice for aromatizing relaxation spaces.

Tea tree, for natural protection

Tea tree essential oil is extracted by distillation from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia.

It is widely recognized for its powerful antibacterial , antifungal and antiviral properties .

In a spa or beauty salon, tea tree oil is ideal for treating problem skin, including acne. You can therefore use it in facial treatments, to reduce inflammation and prevent breakouts.

Additionally, its purifying action makes it an excellent ingredient for foot baths , helping to fight fungal infections such as athlete's foot.

Eucalyptus to breathe freely

Eucalyptus essential oil, on the other hand, is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves of the Eucalyptus globulus tree . It is particularly known for its decongestant and expectorant properties .

Used in diffusion, it can help clear the airways and is therefore ideal for relaxation spaces where deep breathing is encouraged.

In massage, eucalyptus oil can relieve muscle and joint pain thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties.

Its fresh, penetrating scent brings a feeling of vitality and clarity, perfect for revitalizing clients after a long day.

Ylang-ylang, the flower of love

Ylang-ylang essential oil is extracted by distillation from the flowers of Cananga odorata. It is famous for its exotic and captivating scent, often used for its aphrodisiac and relaxing effects.

In the field of beauty, ylang-ylang oil is beneficial for the skin and hair. If you offer head massages in your institute, this is the perfect essential oil!

It helps balance sebum production, making it suitable for oily skin and hair care.

Additionally, its calming and antidepressant properties make it an excellent option for relaxing massages and aromatic baths , promoting deep relaxation and a feeling of well-being.

Rosemary, a natural energizer

Finally, rosemary essential oil is extracted by distillation of the flowering tops of Rosmarinus officinalis.

It is known for its stimulating and invigorating properties, making it a perfect choice for treatments designed to revitalize the body and mind.

In massage, it can help improve blood circulation and relieve muscle pain.

In hair care, rosemary oil is known to strengthen hair and stimulate growth. It can be added to shampoos or hair oils to condition the scalp and prevent hair loss.

Perfume your daily life as a wellness professional with the right essential oils!

There are so many different essential oils out there. Now you know a few, but feel free to do your research and ask Green Spa for advice on discovering new essential oils.

In any case, by integrating these precious elixirs into your spa or beauty institute, you will be able to offer unique and personalized experiences to your customers.

Vary the pleasures and trust nature: it is in its heart that the key to relaxation lies.

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