The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system and a vital part of the immune system. It consists of a network of lymphatic vessels that carry a clear fluid called lymph. This system is responsible for removing waste products, bacteria, and other unwanted substances from the body.
Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the movement of lymph fluids around the body. This can help remove waste and toxins from the bodily tissues. Some health conditions can cause lymph fluid to build up, leading to lymphedema, and certain therapies aim to reduce this.
If the lymphatic system is sluggish, the immune system is compromised. Toxins build up in the body. The body’s organs and tissues get inflamed, which can lead to a cascade of health issues.
Symptoms of a Sluggish Lymphatic System Include...
Brain Fog
Chronic Fatigue
Digestive Issues
Poor Gut Health
Bloating
Inflammation
Cold Hands and Feet
Skin Issues
Weakened immunity
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
Allergies
Ingredients
Fractionated Coconut Oil
Used as a moisturizer for smooth and healthy skin.
Rich in hydrating properties that help to soothe and soften your skin, while also helping to prevent stretch marks.
Castor Oil
Diluted Castor oil can be used for massage because it stimulates lymph flow across your body. This oil helps to lubricate the lymph system, catalyzing the flow of lymph throughout the body.
Helps to speed the removal of toxins surrounding the cells and to reduce the size of swollen lymph nodes.
Castor oil is a triglyceride of fatty acids—almost 90 percent of its fatty acid content consists of ricinoleic acid (which is effective in preventing the growth of numerous species of viruses, bacteria, yeasts, and molds). The high concentration of this unusual, unsaturated fatty acid is thought to be responsible for castor oil’s remarkable healing abilities.
Spirulina
Contains many vitamins (A, B and E), minerals, fatty acids and amino acids. Also contains significant amounts of calcium, niacin, potassium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron.
When it comes to health, spirulina may offer benefits for blood pressure, immune system function, triglycerides, and total cholesterol.
Contains high levels of some of the most potent antioxidants available to your skin.
Your skin is home to a tiny microbiome of flora that keep your skin healthy, and in turn protect your entire body. The effects of spirulina on the skin barrier have been studied extensively, and research shows that spirulina positively affects skin barrier function and improves skin flora homeostasis. Your skin stays stronger, healthier, and better protected.
Grapefruit Essential Oil
Known for its ability to reduce cellulite. It has detoxifying properties that break down fat cells and improve blood circulation. Grapefruit oil can also stimulate lymphatic drainage and reduce fluid retention.
Grapefruit essential oil opens up congested skin and is quite effective in curing acne breakouts.
A phototoxic agent that can increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun. After applying grapefruit oil, you should avoid sunlight on the applied skin for 8 hours.
Brightens Complexion: It can promote a brighter, more radiant complexion by reducing the appearance of dull skin.
Acne Control: Its antibacterial properties may help combat acne and breakouts.
Oil Control: Grapefruit oil can regulate excess oil production in the skin, making it beneficial for oily or combination skin types.
Aromatherapy:
Uplifting: The scent of grapefruit oil is known for its mood-boosting and energizing properties, making it a popular choice for aromatherapy.
Stress Reduction: Inhaling the aroma can help reduce stress, anxiety, and promote relaxation.
Rosemary Essential Oil
Best known for its stimulating, soothing, and pain relieving properties. This oil aids in expelling toxins from the skin, Combating dull skin.
Reduces the appearance of cellulite.
may relieve muscle pain and tension.
Improves Circulation: Rosemary oil can help improve blood circulation when applied topically, which may lead to a more youthful complexion.
Acne Treatment: Its antimicrobial properties may assist in combating acne and blemishes.
Reduces Skin Inflammation: Rosemary oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe irritated skin.
Tightens Skin: It has astringent properties that may help firm and tone the skin, reducing the appearance of sagging.
Aromatherapy:
Mental Clarity: Inhaling the aroma of rosemary oil is believed to enhance mental clarity, concentration, and memory.
Stress Reduction: It can help alleviate stress and anxiety and promote relaxation.
Mood Elevation: The scent is often used to uplift mood and reduce feelings of fatigue.
Black Pepper Essential Oil
The warming quality of black pepper essential oil improves circulation which works to help you both sweat and urinate. Your natural eliminatory system works to remove excess fats, salt, water, urea and uric acid from your body. Uric acid is associated with joint pain, arthritis and gout.
Glucose tolerance and liver function may improve too.
Power-packed with antioxidants which protect your body from free radicals that cause aging and disease. It also helps to reverse free radical damage already done.
Boosts cell pregeneration and collagen production which helps decrease the appearance of fine lines.
It also allows your skin to heal blemishes and bruises more quickly.
Muscle and Joint Pain: It can be used for massage to relieve muscle and joint pain, particularly when diluted with a carrier oil.
Arthritis Relief: Black pepper oil may provide relief for individuals with arthritis due to its warming and anti-inflammatory properties.
Exfoliation: Black pepper oil can be added to skincare products to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells.
Toning: It has astringent properties that can help tone and tighten the skin.
Circulation: The warming effect of black pepper oil can improve blood circulation when applied topically.
Aromatherapy:
Energizing: The warm and spicy aroma of black pepper oil is invigorating and can help increase energy and alertness.
Mood Enhancement: It may improve mood and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.
Focus and Clarity: Inhaling the scent is believed to enhance mental focus and clarity.
Arnica Oil
Best known for helping to soothe bruises, sprains and muscle pain, but it is also traditionally used to aid with inflammatory conditions of the skin (including eczema, psoriasis and rosacea), arthritic pain, and poor circulation.
Anti-Inflammatory: Arnica oil is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and can be used topically to soothe and reduce skin inflammation.
Bruise and Swelling Relief: It's often used to help with the healing of bruises, swelling, and skin injuries.
Muscle and Joint Pain: Arnica oil can provide relief from sore muscles, joint pain, and arthritis when applied topically.
Improves Skin Texture: Some individuals use arnica oil to improve the texture and appearance of their skin.
Pain Reduction: It can be used for the relief of general pain and discomfort when massaged onto the affected area.
Arthritis Relief: Arnica oil may help reduce joint pain and stiffness associated with arthritis.
Juniper Berry Essential Oil
Helps reduce water retention, inflammation, and cellulite. It can help restore pigment to the skin, even out and tone, and heal rashes and eczema by helping to regenerate skin cells.
Muscle Aches: It can be used in massages to relieve muscle pain and tension.
Arthritis Relief: Juniper berry oil may provide relief for individuals with arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Acne Treatment: Juniper berry oil has antimicrobial properties that can be helpful in treating acne and blemishes.
Toning: It can be used as a natural toner to help tighten and rejuvenate the skin.
Cellulite Reduction: Some use juniper berry oil in anti-cellulite treatments to improve the appearance of skin.
Aromatherapy:
Cleansing and Purifying: The fresh and woody aroma is believed to purify the air and create a clean, refreshing environment.
Stress Reduction: Inhaling the scent may help reduce stress and anxiety, promoting relaxation.
Mental Clarity: Juniper berry oil is thought to enhance mental clarity and focus.
Geranium Essential Oil
Known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties, it is also said to be effective in eliminating dead cells, tightening the skin, promoting the regeneration of new skin, and diminishing signs of aging.
Has lymphatic-stimulating properties and can be beneficial in promoting healthy lymph flow. It is also a mild diuretic and can help relieve fluid retention, edema, and cellulite.
Balances Skin: Geranium oil is known for its ability to balance oil production, making it suitable for both oily and dry skin types.
Acne Treatment: It has antimicrobial properties that can help in the treatment of acne and blemishes.
Tightens Skin: Geranium oil can help tighten and firm the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and sagging.
Heals Wounds: It can be used topically to promote the healing of minor cuts and wounds.
It's believed to help alleviate menstrual discomfort and PMS symptoms
Aromatherapy:
Mood Uplift: The floral and sweet aroma of geranium oil is uplifting and can improve mood and reduce stress.
Stress Reduction: It can help reduce stress and anxiety, promoting relaxation.
Balances Emotions: Geranium oil is thought to balance emotions and promote emotional well-being.
Lemon Essential Oil
Known for its ability to cleanse toxins from the body, and it’s widely used to stimulate lymphatic drainage, rejuvenate energy, purify skin, and fight bacteria and fungi.
Brightens Skin: Lemon oil is known for its ability to brighten and rejuvenate the skin, reducing the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Acne Treatment: It has antibacterial properties that can be helpful in treating acne and blemishes.
Cleansing: Lemon oil can be used as a natural astringent to cleanse and tone the skin.
Exfoliation: It can be added to skincare products to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells.
Aromatherapy:
Uplifting: The fresh and citrusy aroma of lemon oil is mood-boosting and can enhance your overall sense of well-being.
Mental Clarity: Inhaling the scent is believed to enhance mental clarity, concentration, and focus.
Stress Reduction: Lemon oil may help reduce stress and anxiety, promoting relaxation.
Frankincense Essential Oil
Has anti-inflammatory effects that may help reduce joint inflammation caused by arthritis.
Researchers believe that frankincense can prevent the release of leukotrienes, which are compounds that can cause inflammation. Terpenes, including boswellic acid, appear to be the strongest anti-inflammatory compounds in frankincense. In one 2014 study, both oral and topical boswellic acid reduced cartilage loss and joint lining inflammation in osteoarthritis in mice.
In humans, frankincense extract may help reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Frankincense has anti-inflammatory effects that may help reduce joint inflammation caused by arthritis.
Anti-Aging: Frankincense oil is known for its ability to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by promoting skin elasticity.
Toning: It can help tone and tighten the skin, reducing the appearance of sagging.
Scar Reduction: It may help fade the appearance of scars and blemishes.
Muscle and Joint Pain: Frankincense oil can be used for massages to relieve muscle and joint pain.
Arthritis Relief: It may provide relief for individuals with arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Aromatherapy:
Relaxation: The woody and earthy aroma of frankincense oil is relaxing and can reduce stress and anxiety.
Mental Clarity: Inhaling the scent is believed to enhance mental clarity, focus, and spirituality.
Mood Elevation: Frankincense oil may uplift mood and promote emotional well-being.
Vitamin C Oil
Antioxidant Protection: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radicals and environmental damage.
Brightens Skin: It can reduce the appearance of dark spots, uneven skin tone, and hyperpigmentation, giving your skin a brighter and more even complexion.
Collagen Production: Vitamin C promotes collagen synthesis, which helps improve skin's elasticity, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Hydration: It can help with skin hydration, making your skin feel more supple and moisturized.
Reduces Inflammation: Vitamin C has anti-inflammatory properties, which can soothe irritated or red skin.
Sun Damage Repair: It may help in repairing damage caused by UV exposure, although it's not a substitute for sunscreen.
Fades Scars: Over time, it can help in fading acne scars and other blemishes.
Minimizes Pores: Vitamin C can help in reducing the appearance of large pores, giving your skin a smoother texture.
Boosts Radiance: It gives your skin a healthy, radiant glow.
Improves Skin Texture: Regular use can lead to smoother and softer skin.
Vitamin E Oil
Moisturizes: Vitamin E is an excellent moisturizer that helps keep the skin hydrated.
Antioxidant Power: It acts as an antioxidant, protecting the skin from damage caused by free radicals and UV rays.
Reduces Wrinkles: Vitamin E can help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting a more youthful look.
Heals and Repairs: It aids in the healing of wounds, scars, and minor skin damage, as it can promote tissue repair.
Soothes Irritation: Vitamin E has anti-inflammatory properties and can soothe irritated or red skin, making it great for sensitive skin.
Improves Skin Texture: Regular use can result in smoother, softer skin.
Prevents Skin Aging: It can help delay the signs of aging by protecting collagen and elastin fibers in the skin.
Sunburn Relief: Vitamin E may provide relief from sunburn and help with sun-damaged skin, although it's not a substitute for sunscreen.
Evens Skin Tone: It may help with hyperpigmentation and dark spots, promoting a more even complexion.
Nourishes Nails and Cuticles: Vitamin E oil is also beneficial for strengthening nails and moisturizing cuticles.