Showing posts with label essential oils. Show all posts
Showing posts with label essential oils. Show all posts

Thursday, October 26, 2017

12 Best Essential Oils For Beautiful, Clear Skin


 LAVENDER

Lavender essential oil inhibits bacteria that cause the acne. It can reduce the signs of scarring after the acne has begun to heal. Adding a small amount of lavender essential oil to other skin creams or ointments can greatly increase the potential for relief and healing.

GERANIUM


Geranium essential oil has anti-inflammatory, cicatrisant, antiseptic and antibacterial properties. It was used in ancient herbal remedies for treating wounds, cuts and injuries. In addition to healing scrapes and scratches, it can promote brighter, younger looking skin. It helps to get rid of clogged pores, remove excess oil and heal inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, acne and psoriasis. 

 

 

BASIL 


Basil oil helps to purify the blood from toxins and prevents outbreaks of pimples and acne. Basil oil’s anti-inflammatory property makes it an excellent skin remedy for irritations, small wounds, and sores. It has a soothing and relaxing effect that helps while dealing with eczema. Basil oil contains vitamin C that boosts skin cells metabolism. It maintains the skin collagen, which is responsible for dermis layer and its elasticity.

FRANKINCENSE

Frankincense essential oil is a powerful astringent. It can be used to help clear up acne blemishes, the appearance of large pores, prevent wrinkles, and it even helps lift and tighten skin to naturally slow the process of aging. The oil can be used anywhere where the skin becomes saggy, such as the abdomen, jowls or under the eyes.

YLANG YLANG 

Ylang ylang oil is good for balancing excess oil production on the skin. This makes it good for combination skin. Ylang ylang oil regulates sebum on the skin, so it’s good to be used to make a facial toner for combination skin & oily skin too. 

Ylang ylang oil has antiseptic properties so it’s good for treating acne and wounds. The anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties make it good for soothing skin irritations.

LEMONGRASS 

lemongrass oil has antiseptic, astringent, antimicrobial, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. All of these are beneficial for skin. It's a natural astringent with some serious antiseptic properties.

 


CYPRESS 
cypress essential oil is great for acne because it providing relief from the overactive sebum glands that make our skin oily and prone to blemishes.The antiseptic and astringent properties of cypress control and speed up healing time. Cypress oil is also a non-irritant, non-sensitizer, and non-phototoxic, which means you don't have to worry about sun exposure.
 Due to the circulatory benefits, cypress essential oil can awaken dull complexions, regulate blood flow, and has an overall toning effect on the skin.

TEA TREE 
Tea Tree oil contains strong antibacterial and antifungal compounds that are known to reduce inflammation that can lead to swelling of the skin.
 The oil can penetrate the skin and unblock sebaceous glands. It can dry out whiteheads, blackheads, pimples and other blemishes, as well as disinfect the pores too.
 Tea tree oil lightens acne scars and also helps to restore the skin’s natural oil balance. Plus, it’s able to penetrate deeply into the pores to remove toxins and prevent clogging that can cause acne in the first place. 
 

JUNIPER 

Juniper Berry essential oil is known for its ability to act as a natural skin toner and reduce the appearance of skin blemishes.It has astringent and antiseptic properties. It can help to relieve eczema, acne, and psoriasis.



 CHAMOMILE 

The inflammation-fighting flavonoids in chamomile essential oil are able to penetrate deep into the inner skin layers to calm inflammatory proteins, as well as fight free radical that cause aging. Chamomile contains acetonic extracts that are also beneficial against bacterial and fungal infections. 

CLARY SAGE

Clary sage oil is rich in natural skin care and therapeutic benefits. It helps to regulate sebum production, tones the skin as mild astringent, and reduces inflammation associated with acne. It also has anti-bacterial properties.


NEROLI

Neroli oil has the ability to anti-age, hydrate and even heal damaged skin.It also has antibacterial and antiseptic properties that make it the ideal beauty oil for oily, acne-prone skin. 

It improves skin’s flexibility, combats acne, and is best known for its soothing and skin regenerating effect. The cytophylactic effects of Neroli help maintain the health of skin cells and promote the growth of new ones. This keeps the skin’s elasticity, allowing it to remain supple while reducing unsightly lines and wrinkles. 

By boosting skin cell renewal and growth, neroli also has anti-scarring properties, making it a good option for fading all types of scars, from acne scars, to wounds, to stretch marks.

Saturday, September 23, 2017

Affordable Essential Oils & Much More (plus a coupon !!)


 I have found the most amazing website !! PipingRock has the most incredible prices on essential oils, fragrance oils, vitamins &supplements, natural oils & butters, and so much more.
 And they ALWAYS have amazing sales on top of their already low prices!!
I have tried quite a few of their products, and they are all great quality,too. So don't be deceived by their low prices-sometimes you get WAY more than you pay for !!

 They also have a rewards program, so if anyone signs up from your link you get credit for it, and have the option to use it as store credit, or you can get it sent to you in a check or money order once you have accumulated enough rewards.
Use my link to sign up, & you will get either $5(for orders under $40) or $10 (anything over $40) off of your first order!!

 Click below & coupon code will be in your cart at checkout!!

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Thursday, September 7, 2017

Simply Earth Essential Oil Recipe Box (Subscription Box)

 Simply Earth Essential Oils Recipe Box
Every month, they will send 4 full size 100% pure essential oils
+ 1 -2 extra + bottles to make 5-6 recipes. So you’ll have
everything you need. Each month is a new theme. Plus, you’ll get more ideas and recipes on how to use the oils inside your box outside of the recipes included.
The cost of the box varies , depending on how often you choose to have it shipped to you.


Simply Earth source their oils from farms all around the world, wherever the oil grows best, in order to get the purest and highest quality possible. They bottle them in-house, to control quality. They double test everything to make sure it is pesticide free and pure so you can enjoy natural products for a price that does not break your wallet. 

 100% Pure Guarantee
With the safety of your home in mind, they are meticulous about every step of their process. To make sure each plant reaches its potential, they carefully and ethically choose a region where it will thrive. Then they work with their farmers. When the plants have reached maturity, they are harvested safely and fairly. From there they collect their natural essential oils through either cold-pressing or steam-distillation. Every batch is then tested to ensure 100% purity.
They are so confident in their oils abilities to safeguard your home they offer a 365 day satisfaction guarantee.





 


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Thursday, August 31, 2017

Pink Himalayan Rose Body Scrub

This scrub smells and feels amazing and luxurious! Your skin will feel smooth and silky after using it !!
Not only is this a super easy DIY recipe, but the ingredients are so cheap!!(and most of us already have at least some of these ingredients in our kitchen!) 
Coconut oil has so many benefits..not only is it ultra-hydrating and leaves your skin looking lustrous (but never greasy), it also has antibacterial and antiviral properties to help to prevent breakouts and heal wounds quickly. 
Pink Himalayan salt is great at exfoliating and removing dead skin, plus it helps draw out toxins and cleanse. 
Rose essential oil is a natural astringent that assists in toning, firming, and lifting the skin, and contains properties that help skin heal scars and stretch marks more rapidly.


INGREDIENTS
-1 Tblsp Coconut Oil
-2 Tblsp  Pink Himalayan Salt 

-3-4 Drops Rose Organic Essential Oil

  



Simply whisk ingredients together with a fork for a ready-to-use scrub! 


Store leftovers in an airtight container

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Wicked Good Bath Potions


I am proud to announce that I am launching my new homemade bath & body products line. I am still working on the official website, and will be posting a link to it as soon as it is up & running.

I am going to carry a vast variety of bath & body products, as well as candles, air fresheners,& more. Everything will be 100% natural & homemade by me. I am going to have products for women, men & even babies. In addition to all of the products I will provide,I will also be taking orders for custom products, so if there is something you would like for me to make for you, please let me know. On average, custom orders will be sent out within 2 weeks of the order being placed. If I do not have the ingredients I need to make it, i will order them for you.I have found a wonderful company where I get my supplies & ingredients, & can have everything within a week. Please allow the extra week to give me time to make the items once I have all of the ingredients.

The list of things I will be providing will continue to grow, but here are some of the products I will be selling:

  • Bath Salts
  • Lip Scrub
  • Sugar Scrubs
  • Body Butters
  • Lotion Bars
  • Lotions
  • Soap
  • Shower Gel
  • Bubble Bath
  • Lip Balms
  • Lip Butters
  • Lip serum
  • Under-Eye Serum
  • Face Cream
  • Bath Fizzies
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo Bars
  • Shave Bars
  • Shave Cream
  • Body Mist
  • Perfume oils
  • Air Fresheners
  • Candles
  • Wax Melts
  • Infused Oils
  • Massage Oils
  • Facial Oils
  • Body oils
  • Face Masks
  • Healing Salves
  • Baby Shampoo
  • Baby Nighttime Body Wash
  • Diaper Rash Ointment
  • Lip Tints
  • Foaming Bath Whips
  • Creamy Eyeshadows
  • Body Powders
  • Fragrant Milk Baths
  • Face Powders
  •  Solid Perfumes
  • Facial Scrubs
  • Shower Scrub Bars



I already have a large variety of fragrance oils, but I would love to hear what types of fragrances you like- I want to try to have something for everyone. I will be posting again soon and I will list the ones I already have. Please leave a comment below letting me know what YOU like.and any products I did not have listed that you would like for me to carry.

I hope to have the business up & running within the next 2 weeks. I will let everyone know when I have my grand opening. Wish me luck!!

Sunday, August 31, 2014

DIY: Satin Rose Body Powder

 

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • rose essential oil
  • 1/4 cup dried rose petals
  • jar or tin
Method
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine equal parts cornstarch and baking soda
  2. Add 5-8 drops of Rose essential oil
  3. Press the oil into the dry mixture until completely absorbed.
  4. Pulse most of the dried rose petals in a bullet style blender until powdered
  5. Add some of the pulsed rose petals to the powder mixture
  6. Scoop the powder into container
  7. Seal or close lid tightly

Sprinkle on sheets for a luxurious bedtime treat or dust all over yourself after a shower for silky, amazing smelling skin!

DIY: Homemade Whipped Body Butter


Ingredients:
1/2 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup cocoa butter
 1/2 cup shea butter
 1/2 cup sweet almond oil
 1 tsp vitamin E oil
 2 – 4 drops essential oils 
Directions:
1. Place coconut oil, cocoa butter, and shea butter in a medium sized pot over low heat. Stir to combine until it melts completely. Remove from heat.
2. Thoroughly mix in the sweet almond, vitamin E,  and essential oils.
3. Chill in your refrigerator for an hour or two. You want the mixture to firm up without getting too hard.
4. Once chilled, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to mix until you get a decadent whipped consistency. Scoop into a jar or container. It should last for 6 – 12 months at room temperature.