Magnolia champaca flower uses and benefits

A natural astringent that balances oil production, tones and firms the skin. Champaka essential oil is traditionally used for its natural astringent property which balances oil production, treats skin’s inflammation whilst toning and firming.

Medicinal Uses (Siddha):
Traditional Remedies:
In traditional Siddha medicine, the tree’s bark, leaves, and flowers are used to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and
inflammation.

Antiseptic Properties:
Flowers and buds are believed to have antiseptic properties and are applied externally to wounds or inflammation.

Other Medicinal Uses:
Champak is also used to treat inflammation, rheumatism, dyspepsia, fever, cough, bronchitis, diarrhea, and abscesses.

Stress and Anxiety Reduction:
The aroma of champaka oil can help reduce stress and anxiety, promoting better sleep and improving cognitive function.

Astringent Properties:
Champaka flowers have astringent properties that help balance oil production, treat skin inflammation, and tone and firm the skin.

Ayurvedic Applications:
In Ayurveda, champaka is used in various forms like tea, oils, and powders, to balance the body’s energies, treat skin problems, and ease digestive and respiratory issues.
Antioxidant Properties:
Champaka extract is a rich source of antioxidants, including polyphenols, flavonoids, and terpenes.
Anti-inflammatory and Antimicrobial:
Scientific studies support its traditional uses, showing that it has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
Other Traditional Uses:
Curing fever.
Improving eyesight.
Alleviating symptoms of gout and vertigo.
Enhancing sexual wellness.
Relieving skin itching and eczema.
Stimulating the circulatory and nervous systems.
Skin Support:
Champak has high antioxidant properties, protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can help provide a protective shield against skin aging.
How to Use Champaka Flowers:
Aromatherapy: Use champaka oil in diffusers, massage oils, or skincare products.
Topical Application: Apply champaka oil to soothe inflamed skin from cuts or burns.
Massage Oil: Use champaka essential oil as a massage oil to soothe the skin and relieve sore muscles.
Tea, Decoction, and Other Preparations: Champaka can be used in the form of tea, capsules, tincture, or fluid extracts, which are prepared from the plant’s flowers or bark.

Aromatherapy and Fragrance:
Aromatherapy: Champak flowers are used in aromatherapy for their relaxing and calming properties.
Perfumes and Incense: The strong, sweet fragrance of champak flowers is used in perfumes and incense.
Hair and Massage Oils: The tree was traditionally used to make fragrant hair and massage oils.