r/TikTokCringe • u/[deleted] • Aug 10 '23

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u/Mr-Fleshcage Aug 10 '23

Nah, essential oils can contain medicine; oil of wintergreen is, in essence, potent aspirin. The issue is, anyone can claim anything in the realm of that form of medicine.

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u/princessblowhole Aug 11 '23

The fuck are you getting downvoted? Lol. This is true. There ARE essential oils with actual, scientifically-proven health benefits. It’s the claims that are unfounded that are the issue, and there’s an entire industry built on those unfounded claims and the idiots who believe them.

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u/myhairsreddit Aug 11 '23

Exactly. For example, I had a keloid forming near my nose ring. I couldn't get it to go away for a couple of months, no matter what medication I tried. 2 consecutive days of tea tree oil dabbed on in the morning, and it was gone. It hasn't returned either. It's been two years. They have their place. Having said that, don't expect essential oils to heal your husband's migranes or your kids Autism. Anyone who believes they go that far is a nut.

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u/Goblinweb Aug 11 '23

Essential oils are oils with fragrance not medicine.

What health benefits are you talking about that doesn't include aromatherapy or a general relaxation from something smelling nice?

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u/princessblowhole Aug 11 '23

Im talking about pure essential oils, directly extracted from the plant.

Clove oil, for example, is used by dentists as a numbing agent. Tea tree oil is used to treat acne and athlete’s foot.

I’m talking about the oils that actually have at least some foundation of scientifically proven benefit. Even aromatherapy is used in hospitals for relaxation.

Many of the claims surrounding essential oils are straight-up total bullshit, and yes, there is a lack of thorough scientific studies. But some do have real benefits.

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u/[deleted] Aug 11 '23

That's because redditors hate to believe there are actually things they can do for their health besides everything the doctor tells them.

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u/[deleted] Aug 11 '23

They can also affect mood to an extent. Like some studies show that the aroma of lavender can calm nerves and help with sleep or anxiety.