subject: Cacao Seed Oil Explained [print this page] Cacao seed essential oil has a rich history that makes it intriguing as well. It is thought to be an original plant from before Mayan times. The people were known as Olmecs, and they used cacao in a lot of different ways.
They used it to make chocolate. They used it for its medical properties. They saw a lot of value in the cacao seed essential oil. They always considered the oil and plant to be very special.
The Mayan people thought that the cacao plant held special spiritual properties. Mayans believe that the sky spirit created humans out of all natural materials, such as earth and water. They felt that cacao was an ingredient that their Mayan deity used to create humans. Today cacao is a very special plant and oil in many areas around the world.
Cacao seed oil has a lot of wonderful things to brag about. First, it has a very delightful smell. It is sensual, heady, and yummy for the senses.
Cacao is used a lot with healing. Research has shown that it works well in aromatherapy. When used correctly it can lower levels of stress and anxiety.
You can easily create your own recipe by adding favorite essential oils to your body oil. Cacao seed essential oil mixes well with other types of oils. It works well in a blend with vanilla, peppermint or rose. It also can work in a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, wild orange, or tangerine.
When cacao is in its pure form it can still be used with your special mixes. The main change that happens is that it will need to be used in a very small amount. Pure cacao is very strong in its aroma.
Aromatherapy does wonders with cacao seed oil. Be sure to only use the best quality oil. That makes the results work much better than if you had bought a cheap rip-off.
