Essential oils according to experts, can treat anything and everything. They are concentrated natural plant oils with distinct smells of the plants they’re distilled from and are therefore called essence. These oils have been used for a variety of medical purposes for ages and can be inhaled to stimulate the brain to ease emotions, behaviours and even regain memory. Please note, they’re not to be ingested and one is advised to dilute them before applying directly to the skin.
Essential oils are amazing and work wonders on our body including the skin. It’s almost impossible to go wrong with them. They nourish your skin with essential vitamins and nutrients which have been retained during their extraction from sources.
Below are five essential oils for a glowing and flawless skin
Lavender oil
This sweet scenting oil is one of aromatherapist’s favorites. It’s antibacterial properties soothes irritated skin, burns, bruises dermatitis and eliminates acne. It relieves skin itching, reduces inflammation and nourishes dry skin. Extracted from the flower spikes of a plant called Lavandula angustifolia, Lavender oil promotes relaxation during meditation and body massage. It can also be used in combating allegies, eczema and fungal infection. This essential oil is wonderful for the treatment ingrown hairs.
Tea tree oil
The tea tree oil is made from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia also known as Tea Tree. The antimicrobial and antibacterial properties of tea tree oil reduces swelling, redness and fights acne. It can be used as an antiseptic for wounds and hand sanitizer. With its anti-fungal powers, it fights fungus including athlete’s foot. It also aids skin healing.
Rosemary oil
This stimulating oil is made from the leaves and flowers of Rosmarinus officinalis. Rich in Vitamin A, rosemary oil works wonders on the skin by minimising age spots and reducing fine lines. It is perfect for lightening dark skin areas. The fatty acids present in it keeps the skin hydrated and improves its elasticity. It reverses skin aging and can be used to stop Arthritis.
Ylang Ylang oil
Ylang Ylang oil is gotten from the flowers of Cananga odorata or what is commonly known as The Perfume Tree. Its extract said to contain about 30 constituents, with a high proportion of esters, ethers and phenols. This oil prevents excessive dryness of the skin by regulating oil production in the skin. It promotes the growth of new skin and prevents infection.
Frankincense oil
Famous for being an anti-wrinkle and anti-acne, frankincense oil is made from dried and distilled resins of the Frankincense Tree. It has the smell of pine, lemon and wood. It contains terpenes and boswellic acids which are strong anti-inflammatory agents. It can also be used as an astrigent on open cuts and wounds. It helps in treating scars and reduction of stretch marks.
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