1- Copaíba Oil: What it is for, how to use it and its benefits. What is copaiba oil: Copaíba oil, copaíba balsam, copaíba resin oil, commonly called copaíba vegetable oil, is a resinous product ex...

1- Copaíba Oil: What it is for, how to use it and its benefits. What is copaiba oil: Copaíba oil, copaíba balsam, copaíba resin oil, commonly called copaíba vegetable oil, is a resinous product extracted from the trunk of the copaíbeira, a tree of the Copaifera Officinalis species, which has anti-inflammatory, healing, analgesic and expectorants, being highly recommended for healing skin wounds, coughing or relieving symptoms such as arthritis. Copaiba oil is also widely used in lotions, anti-dandruff shampoo, oral care and acne products, soaps and intimate hygiene products. What are vegetable oils Vegetable oils, known as carrier oils, are vegetable fats extracted from plants, seeds, fruits and trunks. They have a high hydration and nourishing power for the skin and hair, making them ideal for using pure or as a vehicle for diluting essential oils. What are the benefits of copaiba oil Benefits of copaiba oil: • Moisturizes • Has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and emollient properties • Cleans the skin (ideal for use as Cleansing Oil, Makeup Remover) • Reduces stains and marks • Treats and prevents stretch marks and cellulite • Strengthens and hydrates hair • Fights dandruff • Relieves muscle pain • Activates blood circulation • Has an expectorant effect (cough and bronchitis) • Has a diuretic effect • Healing and disinfectant • Flu and colds; • Treats diarrhea • Treats infection in the kidneys or urethra • Treats cystitis • Treats skin problems such as psoriasis or eczema • Treats gastritis • Helicobacter pylori infection • Treats gastrointestinal ulcers • Combats skin mycoses • Combat hives • Combat hemorrhoids • Reduces the effect of rheumatoid arthritis • Reduces the effect of tendonitis Copaiba oil can also be used to combat infections that can be transmitted sexually, mainly genital herpes and syphilis. Furthermore, some studies also indicate that copaiba oil has properties that have been shown to be effective in helping to treat different types of cancer and tuberculosis. 2- Andiroba Oil: Andiroba is a large tree, native to the Amazon and can reach 30 meters in height. However, it is not a very strong plant. High-intensity rain and winds can topple it, putting its survival at risk. Andiroba (scientific name: Carapa guianensis) flowers once a year, between the months of August and October, and bears fruit from January to May, which may vary according to the region. Andiroba vegetable oil is extracted from the seed derived from the tree's fruit – a capsule that opens when it falls to the ground, releasing four to six seeds. By using seeds that fall from trees, the extraction method is completely sustainable, as it does not harm the plant. What are the benefits of andiroba oil? Extracted from the andiroba seed, its oil is also well known as andiroba balsam. In fact, andiroba is also used to treat rheumatism, arthritis, muscle fatigue, inflammation in general, bruises, ringworm, cuts, acne, insect bites, boils, bruises and even as an insect repellent. The andiroba oil obtained has a yellowish color, is extremely bitter and, when subjected to temperatures below 25°C, solidifies, resembling the consistency of Vaseline. It contains tannins and fatty acids that have therapeutic properties, such as palmitic acid, myristic acid and oleic and linoleic acids, better known as omega 9 and omega 6, respectively. Andiroba oil has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, healing, insecticidal properties and other diverse benefits, which is why andiroba oil has been exported to cosmetics industries throughout Europe, the United States and several other countries, in addition to to be sold in different regions of Brazil. Natural repellent As it is an oil extracted from a tree located in the Amazon, its greatest application is as a natural insect repellent. And due to its insecticidal action, it is widely used in the production of scented candles, in order to scare away insects and to make soap, helping to treat itches and bites caused by them, due to its healing properties. It can be applied through pure external use on the skin in the affected area or on the body as a repellent, preventing insect bites. It is also great for treating lice and can be applied directly to the scalp. But this insecticidal property is not just for the body. Can be used on furniture and wood, the oil works to preserve and protect them from termites, as well as increasing durability. Anti-inflammatory action Andiroba oil is also widely used in massage therapy as massage oil. It has a healing and anti-inflammatory action, which is enhanced when the oil is used in massage, relaxing the muscles. Furthermore, due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, andiroba oil can help treat muscle pain. Due to this anti-inflammatory property, it also has an effect on bruises, swelling, rheumatism and treatment of skin diseases (wounds, redness and bruises). It helps in the regeneration of inflamed tissue and softens the skin – just rub it over the injured area. What are the benefits of andiroba for hair? In the cosmetics industry, it is widely used due to its emollient property, which provides hydration and nutrition to the skin and hair. It can be mixed into shampoos and creams, helping to combat hair loss and baldness. As a moisturizer, it provides shine, softness and controls frizz, being most recommended for frizzy and voluminous curly hair. Furthermore, it also helps to recover brittle and split ends, leaving them looking shiny and healthy. For those who have oily hair, the ideal is to use it only on the ends of the hair to avoid it becoming greasy. On the skin of the face and body, it helps combat cellulite and make blemishes and scars disappear, as well as providing softness.

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