Essential oils for face

Essential oils known to mankind for a long time. They were the first cosmetics that were used in skin care. Thanks to a whole fan of beneficial properties, these aromatic substances are overgrown with legends and myths about their magical effect on youth, beauty and sex appeal.

The source of essential oils is only vegetable raw materials. Fragrant substances are present in the leaves, flower petals, buds, fruit peel. There are many ways to extract the ether extract: dynamic adsorption (using activated carbon), extraction (using organic solvents), extraction (extraction with carbon dioxide), hydrodiffusion (the most modern method that does not require expensive equipment). For each plant species, a specific method is used, allowing to isolate the greatest amount of high-quality product.

The method of distillation is also inexpensive. Distillation involves heating the raw material with steam or water. Heat destroys plant cells. Volatile substances are released and with steam get into the cooling apparatus, where they turn into a mixture of oil and water. Due to the ability of the essential oil not to dissolve in water, it is fairly easy to distinguish.

The most difficult and, accordingly, expensive method is anflerage: flower petals (roses, rezedy, jasmine) are laid out on a base impregnated with animal fat. Fat absorbs flavor as much as possible. And from the resulting aromatic fat mass with the help of alcohol the essential oil is extracted.

The flora on earth is amazing and diverse. Every tree, blade of grass, flower has its own shape, color and smell. Similarly, essential oils derived from plants have completely different, sometimes opposite properties. Some cope better with age-related changes in the skin and assist in tightening, others with skin diseases, and others restore the water-fat balance. Therefore, speaking about the benefits of esters, you should consider each oil separately and take into account the type of skin.

Dry skin in youth, it is considered a gift of nature, but with age it quickly loses beauty and becomes covered with wrinkles, therefore it requires intensive moisturizing. Essential oils are useful in the care of such skin. They improve her condition, reduce peeling, itching and wrinkles.

• Stimulate the production of subcutaneous fat - chamomile, geranium, sandalwood, palmarosa.
• Normalize blood circulation - rose, rosemary, lemon.
• Stimulate cell renewal - lavender, neroli, myrrh, frankincense.
• Moisturize and retain moisture - neroli, jasmine.

Oily skinon the contrary, in her youth, she brings a lot of trouble to her owners (an unkempt shiny look, comedones, enlarged pores). With age, skin cells are modified and no longer retain moisture, the pores narrow, and problems with a fat luster disappear. But there are problems with elasticity.Essential oils help to cope with them.

• Clear - lavender, tea tree, lemon.
• Reduce secretion and narrow pores - rosemary, bergamot, grapefruit.
• Give a rejuvenating effect - lavender, lemon, juniper.

Normal skin, Smooth, smooth, without stains, peeling and glossy shine - a rarity. Esters will help to keep such skin young and healthy longer.

• Clear - orange, lemon, rose.
• Tonic - geranium, juniper, rosemary.
• Have anti-aging effect - tea tree, jasmine.

Problem is a skin prone to acne and acne, with various irregularities and seals. For such a skin is very difficult to find care products. It would seem, what kind of oil can be discussed if there is a fatty imbalance. But the ethers can help. It is only important to apply them dotted and apply it to the damaged area.

• Has antibacterial properties, is used at the stage of maturation of acne. - mint.
• Fights rash effects (stained, scarred) - lavender. As an exception, it is strictly not recommended to use in its pure form.
• Treats acne, smoothes and polishes the skin - Ylang - Ylang.
• Disinfect the skin - Mandarin, lemon, orange, bergamot.

Fading skin It is characterized by a low level of regeneration, the appearance of wrinkles and pigment spots and requires more care and meticulous care. It is difficult to fight with nature, but you can use its power contained in natural products.

• Smoothes wrinkles and gives elasticity - Neroli, patchouli, sandalwood, rose, rosemary.
• Have a lifting effect - vetiver, jasmine.
• Lighten (whitening effect) and remove age spots - lemon, incense.
• Promote cell regeneration - nutmeg, ylang - ylang.

About the benefits of essential oils, on the example of orange oil, see the following video.

Esters are absolutely safe, since they are completely natural substances. Therefore, the dosage does not matter, and "porridge butter will not spoil." However, essential oils can not only spoil, but also harm.

• It is necessary to test the oil for an allergic reaction, causing it on the wrist. The resulting redness will be the body's natural response to the concentrate. If itching and burning are felt for longer than 5 minutes, it is better to refuse using this drug.
• Ether can be applied to the skin only by mixing it with base oil, selected by skin type, cream or any other components of home masks (except for the acne acupressure point treatment). The dosage can be from 2 to 7 drops per 15 grams of base.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Citrus oils are best not to use during periods of solar activity before going out, and even more so before relaxing on the beach or visiting the solarium. They contribute to the production of melatonin in the body, which does not allow sunburn to lie flat, and randomly scatters it with dark spots in an arbitrary form.
• Absolutely every essential oil has an individual smell peculiar only to it, therefore, the choice should take into account not only the type of skin, but also the taste preferences in a variety of scents.
• You can practice face and body wash. It should not be forgotten that the esters do not dissolve in water, so first they need to be mixed with soda, salt or honey.
• Problem skin can be cleaned with a mixture of disinfecting esters.
• To moisten the dry - perfect steam bath. Esters will evaporate with steam and be absorbed by the skin.
• Very useful are regular masks and massages with ethers.

More than 2000 varieties of essential oils are known. They can be divided into groups. In cosmetology, there is a division on the effect on the skin (regenerating, cleansing, refreshing, etc.). Although such a division is very conditional, since the same oil can be beneficial in several ways.

For cosmetic procedures, the best esters are those that eliminate skin defects and have a rejuvenating effect.

• Jasmine. As a lifting agent, it will suit any type of skin if it is used as one of the elements of the etheric cocktail. In combination with rosemary and bergamot will regulate the sebaceous glands, and heal inflammation, improving the condition of oily and combination skin. The mixture with lavender and rose is suitable for sensitive skin. Dry skin will turn into moist and elastic, protect from UV light, prevent pigmentation.
• Neroli. Prepared from orange petals. It is considered one of the most effective remedies for anti-aging procedures. Eliminates age-related wrinkles, smoothes facial expressions, removes the visible pattern of small vessels on the face. Treats acne. In combination with base oil, peach is a magical balm for delicate and thin skin around the eyes.
• Pine. For a long time its needles were used to treat burns and frostbite, using its regenerating properties. These properties are useful in cosmetology to protect the skin from the external aggressive environment, to eliminate the effects of inflammatory rash and general rejuvenation.
• Fir oil. It has antibacterial properties and fights against inflammations, therefore, in its pure form, it is used for the treatment of acne and herpes by spot-on application. Able to quickly reduce and eliminate pronounced skin defects (emergency removal of edema, express lifting).
• Cedar. More precisely, cedar nut oil is the only one that does not have contraindications. Contains vitamins and trace elements, cares for dry and fading skin of the face and hands. Covering it with a thin film, it allows you to retain moisture and at the same time does not prevent her from breathing, and also protects from external adverse effects.
• Juniper. This plant is used in traditional medicine. It is characterized by anti-aging effect. Deeply penetrating into the pores and cleansing them, prevents the appearance of acne. Heals wounds. Smoothes scars. In its pure form is not recommended. It is better to dot the mixture with vegetable oil in a ratio of 1: 2.
• Eucalyptus. The ability to enhance the growth of cells makes it a valuable component in the composition of care for fading skin. Useful against acne.
• Bergamot. As a result of cosmetic procedures with bergamot, the pores are narrowed, and the sebaceous glands function is normalized. Bactericidal qualities make it indispensable in the care of oily and problem skin. By adding bergamot oil to the tonic you can get a high-quality cleansing and refreshing agent.
• Mandarin. Its oil is the most gentle and soft of all citrus fruits and can be recommended even for children and pregnant women. Suitable for aging skin. tones, refreshes, evens out the relief and brightens the pigment spots. Improves its color and overall condition.
• Sage. In Latin, the name of this plant sounds like “salvation”. Sage oil treat pustular diseases and other inflammatory processes in the skin.
• Carnation. Spicy oil, in its pure form is applied only to the point in the fight against boils and warts. Oil cocktail, consisting of 2-3 tbsp. l cosmetic oil (better sea buckthorn) and 3-4 drops of clove ether, will gently care for the skin affected by acne. Fading skin tones ordinary cream with the addition of 1-2 drops of this ether.
• Cinnamon. Increases blood flow, improves blood circulation. Skin of any type takes on an even color and radiant appearance.
• Patchouli. Has a lifting effect. Successfully fights signs of aging.In combination with almond oil, it becomes a powerful humidifier (for 10 ml of almond, 2 drops of patchouli ether and 4 drops of chamomile ether), it easily eliminates desquamation. The skin, enhanced by the action of patchouli (2 drops), ylang - ylang (2 drops) and grapefruit (1 drop), can nourish the skin with moisture.

• A mask that perfectly tightens pores.

Beat the egg whites (1 pc.). Add essential oils of clove, geranium, sage (1 drop each). The resulting mixture is applied to the face. When there is a feeling of tightness, wash with warm running water.

• A simple lotion for cleansing enlarged pores.

In mineral non-carbonated water (1/2 cup) pour tea tree ether (15-20 drops). Wipe face in the morning and evening.

• Mask for fading dry skin.

Mix pharmaceutical clay (2 tbsp.) With corn or potato starch (2 tsp.), Chicken yolk (1 piece) and honey (2 tsp.) Until a homogeneous mass. Add evening primrose oil (1 tsp) and essential oils of sandalwood (2 drops), roses (2 drops) and lavender (2 drops).

• Universal mask for the rejuvenation of aging skin of the neck and face.

A cream that suits your skin type and your age category, for example, 45+, (1 tsp), mix with vetiver or jasmine essential oil (2 drops.) And apply on face and décolleté. Do not rinse. Remove the remaining excess with a napkin after 15-20 minutes.

• Anti-wrinkle anti-wrinkle mask for skin elasticity.

Oil cocktail: jojoba oil (1 tbsp.), Incense essential oils (3 drops.), Vetiver (3 drops.) And sandalwood (1 drops.) - applied to the face and neck for 20 minutes.

• Mask for whitening pigment spots that brighten the skin.

Mix sea buckthorn oil (2 tablespoons) with lemon essential oil (3 drops.).

And now the video is a recipe for a facial mask with anti-aging effect, using pine essential oil.

All who regularly use high-quality essential oils describe their beneficial effects on the skin and their wonderful fragrances. Note the low quality of low-cost synthetic analogues sold in pharmacies. It is advised to choose an expensive but high-quality oil, suitable for the type of skin, with a favorite aroma. Thanks to small doses, one bottle will allow you to enjoy the oil for quite a long time.