Using essential oils for various beauty treatments is a great way to pamper yourself and feel luxurious in your own home. The upcoming warmer months are the perfect reason to start - and show off the results! For the last post on this month's subject, here are a whole stream of tips to help you look and feel better:
Clearer Skin
For oily/troubled skin:
Fill a large bowl with just boiled water. Add either Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lemongrass or Melaleuca to the water. Take a large bath towel and drape it over your head and bowl to create a “steam tent.” Position your face 12-18 inches away from water. Relax and enjoy for 3-5 minutes. Once done, wash face to remove any dirt from pores that may have surfaced, and use a toner. Repeat once a week.
Make a soothing skin toner:
Mix 1 egg white with 1 tbsp. honey and 1 1/2 tsp. vodka or witch hazel. Blend well. Add 2 drops each of lemon oil, lavender oil and thyme oil. Mix well and decant into a small bottle, using a cotton ball to apply to skin after cleansing. Keep away from the eyes. Let the skin dry before applying moisturizer or makeup. Store toner in a cool place and use twice daily.
Scar Treatment
Essential oils derived from plants such as Roman Chamomile, Rosewood and Elemi are sometimes used as a method of scar treatment. Scars caused by conditions such as acne, stretchmarks and those obtained as a result of injury are treated by rubbing the oils directly onto the affected area as part of a daily skin care regime to help lighten scars and reduce their appearance over time.
Anti-Aging
Start with 2 tbsp. almond oil and mix in 3 drops frankincense oil, 2 drops myrrh oil, 3 drops neroli oil, 3 drops rose oil and 1 drop lavender oil. Decant into a small bottle of amber or blue glass to protect the mixture from light. Gently massage into the skin of face and neck after cleansing, keeping away from the eyes. Apply at night before bed.
Women's Balancing Blend
A happy blend of essential oils including Clary Sage, Jasmine, Rose, Ylang Ylang, Neroli, Geranium & Lavender reputed as having hormone balancing and uplifting effects. For PMS, menopause or anytime you need a lift. Add a few drops to a diffuser.
Energize your Brush
Deep Hair Conditioner
Put 3 tablespoons coconut oil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and and all or any one of these essential oils: Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary,
Geranium, and Clary Sage into a mixing bowl and mix until ingredients are whipped to a thick and creamy consistency. Once whipped, apply to clean dry hair. Comb through with a wide tooth comb to evenly distribute. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse, shampoo and style as desired.
Clearer Skin
Fill a large bowl with just boiled water. Add either Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lemongrass or Melaleuca to the water. Take a large bath towel and drape it over your head and bowl to create a “steam tent.” Position your face 12-18 inches away from water. Relax and enjoy for 3-5 minutes. Once done, wash face to remove any dirt from pores that may have surfaced, and use a toner. Repeat once a week.
Make a soothing skin toner:
Mix 1 egg white with 1 tbsp. honey and 1 1/2 tsp. vodka or witch hazel. Blend well. Add 2 drops each of lemon oil, lavender oil and thyme oil. Mix well and decant into a small bottle, using a cotton ball to apply to skin after cleansing. Keep away from the eyes. Let the skin dry before applying moisturizer or makeup. Store toner in a cool place and use twice daily.
Scar Treatment
Essential oils derived from plants such as Roman Chamomile, Rosewood and Elemi are sometimes used as a method of scar treatment. Scars caused by conditions such as acne, stretchmarks and those obtained as a result of injury are treated by rubbing the oils directly onto the affected area as part of a daily skin care regime to help lighten scars and reduce their appearance over time.
Anti-Aging
Start with 2 tbsp. almond oil and mix in 3 drops frankincense oil, 2 drops myrrh oil, 3 drops neroli oil, 3 drops rose oil and 1 drop lavender oil. Decant into a small bottle of amber or blue glass to protect the mixture from light. Gently massage into the skin of face and neck after cleansing, keeping away from the eyes. Apply at night before bed.
Women's Balancing Blend
A happy blend of essential oils including Clary Sage, Jasmine, Rose, Ylang Ylang, Neroli, Geranium & Lavender reputed as having hormone balancing and uplifting effects. For PMS, menopause or anytime you need a lift. Add a few drops to a diffuser.
Energize your Brush
If your toothbrush seems a bit tired, add a drop of lemon and peppermint oils to chase away that run-down feeling and find a brighter smile.
Do you have essential oil beauty tips you swear by? Comment below, we'd love to hear them!
Check out this LINK for directions on how to make your own diffuser.
*Did you miss out on last month's Essential Oils primer with Nikki? Our next one will be held in-store on April 21st at 6:30pm. She will be focusing on "Spring Cleaning" with essential oils for allergies and detoxing. Free gift for all who attend.
Email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com to book your place!
Check out this LINK for directions on how to make your own diffuser.
*Did you miss out on last month's Essential Oils primer with Nikki? Our next one will be held in-store on April 21st at 6:30pm. She will be focusing on "Spring Cleaning" with essential oils for allergies and detoxing. Free gift for all who attend.
Email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com to book your place!
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