5 Essential Oils To Age-proof Your Skin

As it promotes new cell growth and smoothens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, patchouli oil is highly recommended anti-wrinkle oil in aromatherapy. It is used as a primary ingredient to prepare many herbal cellulite creams and lotions as well. Moreover, with its antiseptic, antifungal, and antibacterial properties it is also known for healing skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and acne.

How to use it: Add 1-2 drops of patchouli oil in your favorite moisturizer and apply this concoction daily to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars, and other skin related problems. For better results, you can mix this concoction with 3 to 4 drops of geranium oil or sandalwood oil.

Carrot seed essential oil

This oil contains rich amount of carotenoids – a powerful antioxidant and nourishing compound – that delays the signs of aging. Also, it defends the skin from free radicals and promotes cell regeneration. A rejuvenating effect of carrot seed oil is also known for improving the skin tone.

How to use it: Mix 6 drops of carrot seed essential oil, 8 drops of geranium essential oil, and 6 drops of lemon essential oil in 1/4 cup of argan oil and store it in a glass bottle. Apply a small amount of this effective anti-aging serum onto your face each night before you go to bed to get a baby-like soft and supple skin.

Rosehip oil

Rosehip oil primarily contains essential fatty acids, vitamins E, C, and B-carotene – a form of vitamin A, all of which makes it the most useful essential oil for skin cell regeneration. Moreover, it promotes the healing properties of skin and improves blood circulation, thereby delaying wrinkles.

How to use it: Combine 12 drops of rose essential oil in 2 teaspoons of argan oil and 1/4 cup of soft shea butter using a whisk. Store this in a glass container and apply daily as a moisturizing cream to rejuvenate your aging skin.

Frankincense oil

With its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, Frankincense oil is highly recommended for treating aging skin, firming the sagginess of skin, and balancing the skin’s pH value. Also, it helps to minimize the appearance of scars, dark marks, and age spots.

How to use It: Mix 5 drops of frankincense oil, 4 drops rose essential oil, and 4 drops of carrot seed oil in 1/4 cup of jojoba oil and store it safely in a glass bottle. Apply this concoction twice a day for 10 days. Then change your application frequency to once in every two days. Within 3 months of regular use, you will notice a remarkable decrease in under eye wrinkles and other fine lines.

Geranium oil

Geranium oil’s natural astringent effect plays wonder in reducing large pores, deep lines, and wrinkles. It also offers antioxidant protection which clears away oxygen stealing free radicals that degenerate healthy skin cells.

How to use it: Mix about 10 drops of geranium essential oil in half teaspoon of aloe vera and apply it daily as a night cream. It will protect your skin from sagging and will lighten all the age spots and dark marks.

Precautions to follow

Ensure your safety and the effectiveness of essential oil by following these precautions:

• Do not use essential oils neat or undiluted. Always use it in concoction with a carrier oil or moisturizer.
  
• Do not boil or heat essential oil because it will lose its therapeutic properties.
  
• Do not apply it to children under 2 years.
  
• Do not put any of these oils in your ears, eyes, or nose. If accidentally it gets into your eyes, then wipe it out using a carrier oil and immediately consult a specialist. Do not use water because with a splash of water, oil will drive in even deeper inside the eyes.
  
• Always conduct a patch test of diluted essential oil on the inner arm or sole of feet before using. If any irritation occurs, do not use.
  
• Always store essential oil in airtight glass container or bottle and not in a plastic container because it can break-down plastic.
  
• Essential oils are flammable, so keep them away from all ignition source.
  

Last but not the least, do consult your skin care specialist before incorporating any of these essential oils into your daily skin care regimen.

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