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Grape Seed Oil Massage for Skin Benefits

Monday, June 13th, 2011

Grape seed oil, as the name suggests, is extracted from grapes’ seeds. Botanically, grape seed is referred to as Vitis Vinifera. The oil is clear, odorless and non-greasy,with excellent medicinal properties. For centuries now, grape seed oil for skin care has been recognized. Grape seed massage oil is very popularly used by most aroma therapists worldwide for curing various disorders of the skin. In order to obtain optimum advantage of grape seed oil benefits, it is usually blended with almond oil to make the massage oil. Some of the many health benefits of grape seed massage oil are as mentioned below:

  • Since grape seed oil is non-greasy, it is easily absorbed by the skin’s pores. Regular massage will not only make your skin soft and healthy but also helps in relaxing the muscles.
  • For flaky and dry skin, grape seed oil is a boon. If you are facing similar problems, regularly massage your skin with this oil. Within a couple of weeks, you will notice that your skin has become softer and suppler.
  • Another of the grape seed oil benefits on skin is its mild astringent properties. Regular application on facial skin greatly helps in eliminating wrinkles by tightening the skin.
  • Grape seed oil possesses many antioxidant properties that keep your skin looking youthful for a much longer time. The antioxidant contents in grape seed oil are more powerful than those in vitamin C and vitamin E. These constituents of grape seed oil also protect your skin from ultraviolet rays of the sun.
  • Grape seed oil has the capability of repairing the worn out tissues and thus helps in the healthy formation of new tissues.
  • Grape seed oil is also very effective in the treatment of acne and pimples. If you suffer from regular pimple outbreaks, apply the diluted oil on the affected area with a cotton ball. Wash with cold water after 15 to 20 minutes. Doing this twice a day will help clear the toxins and excess oils from the pores, thereby reducing acne and white or blackheads.
  • Regular massage with grape seed oil also removes harmful toxins from the body, thereby keeping you protected from several ailments that may occur due to presence of these toxins.
  • A grape seed oil massage is also very beneficial for improving poor blood circulation.

These are some of the grape seed oil benefits. Although there are no known side effects, you must consult a doctor or a professional aroma therapist before using the oil.

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Olive Oil Benefits for Skin | Olea Europaea

Monday, June 13th, 2011

Olive oil benefits for skin have been known for since centuries. Since ancient times, olive oil was used by royal families for culinary as well as beautification purposes.Today also, it is widely used around the world in a number of ways,for both skin care and cooking. Olive oil is obtained from the olive tree, botanically referred to as Olea Europaea. Olive is native to the Mediterranean region and is largely cultivated in the neighboring areas. Presently, Australia is the largest producer of olive oil, and it exports it to most Asian, European and North American countries. Spain, Italy and Turkey are among the other big producers of olive oil.

Apart from cooking, most renowned and multi-national brands use olive oil extracts in the manufacture of various beauty care products. Some of the olive oil benefits for the skin are mentioned below.

  • Since it has high vitamin E content, olive oil acts as a powerful antioxidant for the skin. Its regular application helps in maintaining a youthful, healthy, and glowing skin. A regular massage with olive oil also helps in removing toxins from the body;these toxins tend to make the skin look pale and dull.
  • Olive oil is a natural moisturizer as well, and you can use it for balancing of the moisture levels of the skin. In harsh climates, the skin may become very dry and rough; applying olive oil can be beneficial for those who have sensitive skin or those who prefer natural moisturizers. The oil also forms a protective layer over the skin, keeping it from further damage, particularly in cold climates.
  • Olive oil is also well-known for its healing properties. If you happen to suffer from minor cuts or bruises, applying this oil on the affected areas will help hasten the healing process.
  • Olive oil also has the ability to help fade scars on the skin. For this, wash the affected area with cold water and apply the olive oil to it before going to bed. You will notice the scars gradually fading away, and within two to three months you will be able to barely notice the scars. Keep in mind though that this is dependent on the nature of scar, the place where it is, how old it is, your age and physical condition.
  • Also, regular intake of olive oil in culinary preparations nourishes the skin by providing antioxidants internally. Olive oil is also good for your health in many other ways as well. You could refer to internet sources for more details on the same.

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Aromatherapy Lotions | Aromatherapy Skin Care

Wednesday, March 16th, 2011

In recent times, aromatherapy has become a very popular alternative mode of therapy worldwide. Today, it is widely used for the treatment of several common and chronic ailments. Aromatherapy is mainly used for treating pains and disorders of the skin and nervous system. It makes use of the essential oils derived from a number of plants, herbs, and flowers that possess certain medicinal properties. Aromatherapy essential oils are very strong in nature and should never be applied directly to the skin as these can result in irritation of the same. Essential oils are always used after diluting with some carrier oil such as coconut or olive oil.

Aromatherapy uses several techniques such as aromatherapy baths, massages, and inhalation of the vapors of the essential oils. For skin care, aromatherapy baths are very popular in an aromatherapy bath, you need to add a few drops of essential oil of your choice or as suggested by your aroma therapist to the bath water. Taking regular aromatherapy baths has a positive effect on your skin. It not only helps treat skin disorders such as acne or dry skin but also makes your skin healthier, giving it a glow.

For aromatherapy skin care, several popular brands of creams and lotions are also available in the market which is referred to as aromatherapy lotions. You can also make aromatherapy lotions at home. Some popular aromatherapy lotion recipes are as follows.

  • If your skin is sensitive and you often experience skin irritation, prepare a lotion by adding eight to ten drops each of lavender essential oil and tea tree essential oil to 100 ml olive oil, and mix the contents thoroughly by shaking the bottle. This is a great aromatherapy body lotion for sensitive skin. Apply this lotion on your body at least twice a week half an hour before taking a bath. This will make your skin soft and youthful.
  • For dry skin, you can prepare a lotion by adding eight to ten drops of patchouli oil and ten to fifteen drops of sandalwood essential oil to 100 ml olive oil. This is a great formulation for dry skin.
  • If you have acne or pimples on your skin, you can prepare a lotion using chamomile oil, jojoba essential oil, and lemon essential oil.

While these recipes for making aromatherapy lotions are popular and are used at home, it is advisable that you consult your aroma therapist before making and/or applying any lotion, as the wrong ingredients or incorrect proportions could damage your skin significantly.

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Aromatherapy Soaps | Aromatherapy Skin Care

Wednesday, March 16th, 2011

Aromatherapy has emerged as a popular alternative mode of therapy during the recent years. In aromatherapy, essential oils of various plants and herbs are used for the treatment of several disorders and ailments. These essential oils possess excellent medicinal properties in addition to the characteristic natural aroma of the plants, flowers, and the herbs from which these essential oils have been extracted.

In aromatherapy, essential oils are used in a variety of ways such as aromatherapy massage, vapor inhalation, and aromatherapy bath. For aromatherapy bath, few drops of essential oils are added to the bath water. It can be a single essential oil or a blend of two to three essential oils, depending on the disorder being treated. Aromatherapy bath also makes use of special soaps; these are referred to as aromatherapy soaps. Aromatherapy soap is made by using some specific essential oils for specific purposes. Since they are made from natural ingredients, aromatherapy soaps are mild on your skin. Nowadays, aromatherapy skin care has gained tremendous popularity among the masses worldwide. Uses and benefits of some aromatherapy soaps for skin care are mentioned hereunder:

  • To soothe an occasional skin irritation, you should use lavender soap. It has an extremely soothing and rejuvenating effect on your skin.
  • To pacify sunburns due to excessive exposure to sun, use peppermint soap while bathing. This soap has the ability to treat sunburns.
  • If you suffer from dry skin which seems to worsen during the winter, you should use the patchouli soap. It not only moisturizes your skin but also makes it tender and glowing. Sandalwood soap too is  a wonderful aromatherapy soap for dry skin.

Some other great benefits of aromatherapy soaps are as mentioned below:

  • Fragrance of some essential oils such as cardamom essential oil, jasmine essential oil, chamomile essential oil, and several others has the ability to uplift your mood and spirits. Such essential oils are used in making several aromatherapy soap formulations. These soaps are greatly used for the treatment of mental stress, hypertension, insomnia, and other disorders of the nervous system.
  • For relief from fatigue, aromatherapy soaps made from ginger oil, grapefruit oil, jasmine oil and peppermint oil are widely used.
  • Aromatherapy soaps for memory enhancement are made from cypress, rosemary, basil and lemon essential oils.

You can consult your aroma therapist for helping you in selecting the aromatherapy soap for your specific requirements.

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