FOR CENTURIES PEOPLE HAVE been using essential oils to maintain health and treat various conditions. When it comes to skincare, their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties give the power to help restore the skin to its natural glory.
Here are my 7 favorite oils I use in my skincare routine:
1. Lavender
This oil helps heal skin irritations and can be used for all skin types. Use it to cleanse cuts and scrapes, and calm stressed skin.
Recipe to try: lavender lemonade body spray
2. Geranium
Geranium is a very versatile oil that conditions skin. Add to moisturizers to help with over and under production of oil.
Recipe to try: moisturizing face mist
3. Frankincense
You probably heard about this oil for treating aging skin. Frankincense is your ideal oil to help with pigmentation, as well as tone and tighten skin.
Recipe to try: Make your own hand sanitizer + antiseptic spray
4. Ylang Ylang
Ylang ylang is a great for treating oily or acne prone skin. It can also help stimulate cell growth to fight the effects of aging.
Recipe to try: face oil for oily skin
5. Lemongrass
Lemongrass is highly effective to treat acne and large pores. Lemongrass can also be used as an astringent and skin toner.
Recipe to try: Lemongrass body lotion
6. Tea Tree (Melaleuca)
The uses for tea tree oil are countless. A few of them include its antifungal and antibacterial properties. This means it’s a first choice for acneic and oily skin. Tea tree oil can also treat minor cuts and scrapes.
Recipe to try: Make your own make-up remover wipes
7. Chamomile
Chamomile is perfect for cracked skin, eczema, inflammation, and rosacea.
Recipe to try: homemade bubble bath
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