Essential oils have been used for nearly 6,000 years, with the aim of improving a person’s health or mood.
Today aromatherapy is a powerful science that we can no longer ignore. When used consciously, essential oils work magically to benefit your mind, body, and skin.
There are five essential face oils that can be inculcated in your daily routine. Here’s a list of them below:
1. Rose essential oil
Rose essential oil is known as the Queen of oils. It has anti-inflammatory, cooling, and soothing properties. It is used as a toner and provides moisturisation for dry and dehydrated skin. It helps in rejuvenation and moisturisation of your skin. It relieves stress and harmonises the mind providing more blood circulation.
2. Geranium essential oil
this essential oil helps in maintaining the skin elasticity. This oil increases blood circulation which improves skin elasticity and helps in regeneration of skin cells. It further helps reduce scars and spots. The oil is also a great moisturiser especially for those with dry skin.
3. Sandalwood essential oil
Sandalwood essential oil has a warm, woody odour and is widely used in incense, cosmetics, soaps, and perfumes. It is rich in anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anti-proliferative properties. Hence, it acts as a promising treatment for acne and other skin problems like eczema, psoriasis, warts, etc. It also catalyzes the production of melanin in the skin which makes it an active ingredient in many cosmetic and skincare products.
4. Lavender essential oil
Lavender essential oils are ultra-soothing for the skin. It is antibacterial and kills acne-causing bacteria. It prevents skin dryness and heals painful acne breakouts. Gently apply diluted lavender essential oil by dabbing it on the cleansed affected area. Allow it to dry. You can also mix a few drops of lavender essential oil to a toner or a moisturiser to use regularly.
5. Jasmine essential oil
This popular oil is a floral aromatic oil which provides a sudden whiff of freshness and peaceful thoughts. It is a wonderful element for skincare routine because of its healing and relaxing benefits. It promotes skin elasticity and helps to delay the process of aging. It reduces dryness and irritation of the skin.
