Aromatherapy skincare is a wonderful way to experience the immense benefits of essential oils; it works its way deeply into the skin, affecting the entire constitution. The aromas associated with this action work their fragrant magic on the whole human body.
Dry Skin: Your skin produces a protective emollient substance known as sebum. People whose skin doesn’t produce enough sebum often sport dry, itchy and flaking skin. How ever, certain essential oils can help you. The tenacious, low volatility oils like patchouli and sandalwood, as well as heavily scented oils like rose and ylang ylang are especially well suited for dry skin preparations.
Moisturizing Cream
- 4 fl. oz. almond oil
- 3 fl. oz. rosewater
- 1/2 oz. beeswax
- 10 drops rose
- 5 drops lavender
- 5 drops bergamot
- 8 drops patchouli
- 8 drops sandalwood
Melt the wax and the almond oil in a double boiler. Reduce the heat and add the rosewater gradually in a thin stream, while vigorously agitating the mixture.
As soon as the water is incorporated take off heat. When the mixture cools and turns creamy, add the essential oils.
**Oily Skin: **Conversely, overactive sebaceous glands result in oily skin. People with oily skin need a regular cleansing exercise to take off excess oil and prevent clogged pores. This recipe for a facial mask uses the natural capacity of essential oils to help dissolve excess oil.
Oily Skin Facial Mask
Mix 3 tablespoons of white corn meal and almond meal (freshly ground raw almonds are better), add the following essential oils:
- 10 drops lavender
- 5 drops bergamot
- 3 drops of clary sage
Add enough rosewater or orange flower water to make a wet paste. Using circular motions gently massage the mixture onto your face, avoiding the soft tissues under the eyes. Leave the mixture on for 15 minutes, and then rinse off with warm water. Finish the treatment by splashing cold water on your face to close your pores.
**Normal Skin: **Normal, healthy skin can benefit from a toning/balancing facial mist.
Toning Facial Mist
Add the following essential oils to 2 fluid ounces of distilled water:
- 6 drops lavender
- 1 drop clary sage
- 1 drop chamomile
- 4 drops lemon
Pour into a spray bottle. Essential oils and water will separate, so shake the bottle vigorously before spraying this refreshing blend onto clean skin.
Sunburn: Your sunburned skin will benefit from a soothing, fragrant mist of distilled water and lavender oil. Adding a few drops of peppermint and spearmint oil contributes a cooling effect.
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