Natural Recipes for Skin Care
Here are 10 natural recipes for skin care using essential oils, complete with details on their benefits.
1. Lavender Calming Face Mist to Reduce Skin Irritation
Ingredients:
1 cup distilled water
10 drops lavender essential oil
Instructions: Mix in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use. Mist your face for a calming effect.
Benefit: Lavender is known for its soothing properties, helping to reduce skin irritation.
2. Tea Tree Acne Treatment
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
4 drops tea tree essential oil
Instructions: Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Apply directly onto blemishes.
Benefit: Tea tree oil has antibacterial properties that can help clear acne.
3. Peppermint Cooling Foot Cream
Ingredients:
1/2 cup coconut oil
8 drops peppermint essential oil
Instructions: Whip together in a bowl and store in a jar. Apply to feet for a refreshing feel.
Benefit: Peppermint oil provides a cooling sensation, ideal for tired feet.
4. Rosemary Anti-Aging Serum
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons jojoba oil
6 drops rosemary essential oil
Instructions: Mix in a small dropper bottle. Use a few drops on your face daily.
Benefit: Rosemary helps stimulate circulation and may improve skin elasticity.
5. Citrus Brightening Skin Scrub
Ingredients:
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
5 drops lemon essential oil
Instructions: Combine and store in a jar. Use as a body scrub in the shower.
Benefit: Lemon can brighten the skin and refresh your complexion.
6. Geranium Balancing Moisturizer
Ingredients:
1/4 cup shea butter
5 drops geranium essential oil
Instructions: Melt shea butter and mix in the geranium oil. Let it cool and solidify. Apply as needed.
Benefit: Geranium helps balance oil production, making it great for all skin types.
7. Frankincense Rejuvenating Facial Oil
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon argan oil
3 drops frankincense essential oil
Instructions: Mix together in a small bottle. Apply a few drops to your face at night.
Benefit: Frankincense is known for its anti-aging properties and can help reduce the appearance of scars.
8. Sandalwood Hydrating Clay Face Mask
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons bentonite clay
1 tablespoon water
3 drops sandalwood essential oil
Instructions: Mix into a paste and apply to the face. Leave on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse.
Benefit: Sandalwood is deeply hydrating and great for dry skin.
9. Chamomile Soothing Balm
Ingredients:
1/4 cup beeswax
1/4 cup coconut oil
5 drops chamomile essential oil
Instructions: Melt beeswax and coconut oil together. Stir in chamomile oil and pour into a container. Let it cool and then apply the balm directly to areas of irritation, like insect bites, minor cuts, or rashes.
Benefit: Chamomile is soothing and can help calm irritated skin.
10. Lemongrass Energizing Body Lotion
Ingredients:
1/2 cup unscented lotion
8 drops lemongrass essential oil
Instructions: Mix the essential oil into the lotion and apply as needed to body as a lotion.
Benefit: Lemongrass provides a fresh scent and can give you an energy boost.
Safety
Never use essential oils by themselves. They can burn or irritate your skin.
Check with your physician regarding using essential oils.
References
Tisserand, R., & Young, R. (2014). Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Hobbis, B. (2009). The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. Booksurge Publishing.
Tisserand Institute. (n.d.). Essential Oil Profiles.
National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy. (n.d.). Essential Oil Uses.