Benefits of putting oil in the belly button

Oils are amazing for naturally moisturizing your skin. They work well on areas that are usually forgotten, like the belly button and stomach. It's especially useful in the winter when the air is super dry. Some good options for this include coconut oil and olive oil. Both these oils have excellent emollient effects, owing to their fatty acid content. The belly button is said to act as a direct passage for these oils to seep deep into the skin and moisturise it. 

Dosage: Rub a few drops of oil in your belly button and on your stomach after a shower for best effects.

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The belly button does not get cleaned very often and it is easy to forget about doing so. It is, however, important to keep it clean. The oils that can be used for this purpose are jojoba, sunflower, and grape seed oils. These oils will loosen up dead skin and dirt, making it easier to remove them.

Dosage: Use a cotton swab with 2-3 drops of oil on it for the process but be careful not to be aggressive with it to avoid the risk of pain or injury.

The belly button usually remains moist and can be a perfect home for bacteria and fungi. An infection can easily develop in such conditions or if there is an injury as the naval region takes longer to heal. Putting the right oil in the belly button is said to help in killing the infection. Tea tree oil, coconut oil, and eucalyptus oil would be the best choice for killing infections pertaining to their antibacterial and antiviral qualities.

Dosage: Apply 3 drops of the oil to the belly button area until the infection recedes.

Administering oil to your belly button is traditionally known to help in relieving stomach pain. It is said to work by loosening the stress off the belly area. Oil may be put in the belly button to heal symptoms of indigestion, food poisoning, nausea, gastritis, bloating, and diarrhoea. For those who struggle with regular gastric issues, this remedy works wonders. Oils that work best to release stomach ache are peppermint and ginger oil - due to their pain relieving properties.

Massaging the belly button is said to help relieve menstrual cramps and pain. It works by relaxing the abdominal muscles and soothing the discomfort caused due to uterine contractions. Also, the oil is rich in antioxidants, which act to remove the pain. The best oils for this purpose are rejuvenating essential oils like peppermint, cypress, clary sage, and ginger.

Dosage: Pour 5-6 drops of a blend of the aforementioned oils in your belly button. Massage the blend onto your stomach are to alleviate the feeling of pain.

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The remedy is known to work by promoting relaxation of the uterine and abdominal muscles, protecting the sperm inside the tube for fertilization, enhancing sperm motility and count, and relieving menstrual issues like irregular periods. Additionally, it may help keep your hormones regulated, increasing your chances of conceiving. An oil containing essential oils of damiana, guava leaf, juniper, or clary sage may be the best for fertility improvement. 

Dosage: Use a cotton swab to put 2-3 drops of the abovementioned oil in your belly button and massage around the area for a minute.

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Pigmentation is a beauty ailment plaguing millions of women out there and even regular appointments with your dermatologist seem futile, after a point of time. Lemon juice is rich in vitamin C, so it makes sense to use lemon oil to eliminate all signs of pigmentation from your skin.

Dosage: Put 2-3 drops of lemon oil in your belly button every day for best results.

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Ayurvedic medicine recommends putting oil in the belly button to help get rid of acne. The benefits of the use of neem for reducing acne are well known. Applying oil directly into the belly button is said to cause its direct absorption into the skin.

Dosage: Pour 2-3 drops of neem oil into the belly button every day to achieve the best results.

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In Ayurveda, the Navel Chakra or is a major source of energy and imagination. It is believed to be the home to your biggest dreams, fantasies, and goals. You also need to keep your navel balanced if you want to connect with your creativity.

According to Ayurveda, you can use the rapeseed oil to balance the navel. Place a few drops in your belly button and massage. Sandalwood and rosewood essential oils can also be added to reap more benefits. Do this once a week to enhance your creative energy.