No matter what you do and how hard you try, some stubborn skin problems just don’t seem to fade away. If you’ve tried dozens of recommendations and home remedies but to no avail, the answer to your skin care woes might just lie in essential oils. With their potent formula and natural base, essential oils can be diluted with carrier oils to drive away your most troubling skin problems. Wondering which one is suited for your worry? Keep reading to find out which one to add to your skincare routine.
 

If signs of ageing are beginning to appear…

If signs of ageing are beginning to appear…

Choose rosehip oil. The oil is extracted from a specific variety of roses which are indigenous to Chile using a cold press method which separates oil from the seeds. It is an exceptional source of fatty acids and Vitamins A, C, D and E, which encourages skin regeneration and repair. It also heals wrinkles, sagging and crow’s feet while promoting the production of collagen for the face to stay taut and firm.

If you have pimples…

Then pick up tea tree oil. Originating from the tea tree in Australia, this popular skin care oil is well known for its antibacterial and antiseptic properties. Also known as melaleuca oil, it stops pimple-causing bacteria in their tracks which prevents sudden zits from breaking out.

 

If dry skin is getting you down…

If dry skin is getting you down…

Opt for jojoba oil. It comes from the seeds of the jojoba plant, which is found in the arid regions of North America. This oil is jam-packed with vitamin E and minerals like copper, iodine and zinc. Being non-comedogenic and structured very close to the skin’s natural sebum, it’s a perfect substitute for skin that lacks natural moisture. This helps keep it nourished and is the perfect remedy for dry skin.

If your skin is irritated…

Make eucalyptus oil your go-to skin care saviour. As irritated skin shows trademark signs of redness and bumpiness, this essential oil can help. Its typical woody scent comes from the eucalyptus or ‘blue gum’ tree, whose leaves are steamed and distilled to create this oil. Along with being antibacterial in nature, eucalyptus oil also has the ability to relieve pain. That’s what makes it a perfect skin care solution to soothe inflammation and rashes so that the face stays calm and relieved.

 

If dark spots are worrying you…

If dark spots are worrying you…

Trust the power of lavender oil. While lavender is a delicate spring flavour in cakes and teas, its oil can do wonders in one’s skin care routine as well. Along with its delectable fragrance, lavender oil is also a potent antimicrobial and antifungal agent. This helps heal skin damage like scars and dark spots by fighting bacteria at the source. Spotless, glowing skin will soon be yours!

If excessive oiliness is troubling you…

Use witch hazel oil. Before you wonder how oil can help with oiliness, let’s start by saying that witch hazel is different. This oil is distilled from the bark, twigs and leaves of the flowering witch hazel shrub and is rich in tannins. This makes witch hazel oil a popular astringent, which refines pores and regulates sebum production so that you have moisturised skin without excessive oiliness.