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Aromatherapy For Aging Skin Treatment

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

Aging is the natural process of degeneration of the body. It encompasses physiological and physical changes over a period of time. The physiological aspect is marked by the reduced functionality of various biological systems of the body. While aging in itself cannot be stopped or prevented as such, physiological aging can be controlled by means of a healthy diet and lifestyle.

With regard to the physical aspect of aging, it is characterized by wrinkles, dark spots and patches on skin, weakness in muscles and bones, reduced body movement, etc. Similar to physiological aging, physical aging also cannot be cured or treated; however, the appearance of its signs can be delayed.

Essential Oils To Prevent aging of Skin

In this regard, aromatherapy can be used to prevent aging skin. Some of the essential oils that can be used to cure or delay the symptoms of aging are as follows.

  • Cranberry essential oil is one of the most effective against aging. It is a rich source of anti-oxidants, which serve to slow down the process of gradual degeneration of the skin and hence delay the formation of wrinkles and patches.
  • Another essential oil that be used to prevent or treat wrinkles is rose essential oil. It works by filling the crevices in skin that are caused by the wrinkles, resulting in smoother looking skin.
  • Lavender essential oil can also be used to inhibit the signs of aging, such as wrinkles and patches.
  • Patchouli essential oil is also an extremely effective anti-aging agent. It is most widely used to prevent wrinkles.
  • Lemon essential oil causes the regeneration of skin cells, which compensates for the loss of cells resulting from the degeneration process, thereby preventing aging.
  • Tea tree essential oil helps to eliminate the microorganisms that accumulate on the skin. Often, it is these microorganisms in the pores of the skin that act as catalyst when it comes to skin aging.
  • Germanium essential oil is effective against wrinkles, patches and dark spots.
  • Eucalyptus essential oil is considered to be highly beneficial in treating wrinkles.
  • Some of the other essential oils for aging skin treatment are lemongrass, juniper, mandarin, tangerine, sweet basil and neroli.

You can also use a blend of these essential oils to treat aging skin. However, keep in mind that you must dilute these essential oils before you apply them to your face and body. Essential oils are highly concentrated, and if used without dilution, they can have adverse effects such as skin irritation and rashes. Further, it is important that you consult an aromatherapy specialist in order to acquire a better understanding about the methods, proportions, and combinations in which these oils can be used.

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Oily Skin Care Tips | Get Rid Of Oily Skin With Aromatherapy

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Everyone wants healthy and radiant looking skin. Some people are naturally blessed with good skin. However, for the rest of us, obtaining and retaining such a skin texture is not easy. You really have to care for your skin if you want a glowing and radiant complexion.

There are different skin types, including oily, dry and normal skin. Oily skin is prone to a number of microbial infections on account of the excessive secretion of oil by the sebaceous glands under the skin. Oil provides an appropriate medium for the growth of microbes on skin, causing skin problems like acne and pimples.

Aromatherapy is one of the most effective remedies to get rid of oily skin because it controls the secretion of oil by the sebaceous glands. Aromatherapy is a medicinal technique that employs concentrated plant extracts like essential oils, distillates, and hydrates to relieve various ailments and diseases. Aromatherapy is an excellent option to control oil secretion as this therapy has minimal side-effects and its beneficial effects are quite lasting.

Some of the essential oils that can be used to get rid of excessive oil from the skin are:

  • Ylang Ylang essential oil helps in regulating the oil secretion of the sebaceous glands, thereby maintaining the sebum balance of the skin. Ylang Ylang essential oil is helpful in toning excessively oily skin.
  • Tea tree essential oil is anti-microbial and antiseptic in action. It is extremely effective against acne and other microbial skin infections.
  • Clary sage essential oil reduces oil secretions on the skin and also reduces skin inflammation, thereby controlling the spread of acne.
  • Another effective essential oil to control excessive oil secretion on the skin is lavender essential oil. It is anti-microbial and regenerative in action.
  • Sandalwood essential oil also controls the excessive secretion of oil on the skin, thereby relieving acne and pimples. It also soothes the skin from inflammations caused by microbial infections of the skin due to the activity of the sebaceous glands.
  • Geranium essential oil also regulates the oil balance of skin. It controls the level of oil, thereby reducing the susceptibility of skin to microbial infections.
  • Cedarwood essential oil also helps treat acne and pimples by control the activity of sebaceous glands on the skin.

You must keep in mind that essential oils are highly concentrated and must be diluted with a carrier oil like olive oil before direct application on the skin. You should also consult an aromatherapy specialist before you use aromatherapy to control the excessive secretion of oils by the sebaceous glands on the skin.

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Essential Oils For Cracked Dry Skin

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Aromatherapy is used in skin care through the use of herbal and natural oils that help in maintaining optimum health of the skin. The products used in aromatherapy are free from artificial substances that are harsh on the skin and may have side effects. Using aromatherapy for skin care first involves cleansing the skin thoroughly to remove any traces of make-up. After this, aromatherapy oils may used in combination to treat various skin problems. Aromatherapy must also be practiced on a regular basis for cleansing, detoxifying, toning, improving circulation, and nourishing the skin.

Cracked skin usually occurs due to dryness of the skin. Dehydration can cause loss of moisture from the skin and the upper surface of the skin may become dry and cracked. This usually occurs due to harsh climates such as very cold temperatures or dry winds that strip the moisture from the skin’s surface and make it vulnerable to dryness, cracks and wrinkles. To begin aromatherapy for the skin, first clean the affected areas of skin. You can do this using seaweed and vitamin E oil, which will help to clear up remnants of make-up and dead skin cells. This purifying face wash is required to effectively prepare the skin for the aromatherapy skin care procedure. Preparation can also be done using soy and calendula. Body massages are also a good way to prepare the skin.

Aromatherapy Oils For Dry Cracked Skin Treatment

Cracking and flaking of the skin may be treated using a variety of natural oils such as clary sage, sandalwood, geranium, and rose.

  • Dry and flaky skin is also best treated using vitamin C, which will have a healing effect on the affected areas.
  • Skin blemishes may be cleared using tea tree oil or kinetin.
  • Use ginger and jasmine to remove dead skin cells from the skin.
  • For proper health of the skin, you can also use a seaweed and cucumber paste.
  • One must practice an aromatherapy solution on a regular basis to prevent further occurrence of the problems. A good way of doing this is to use lavender oil while bathing.
  • Application of vitamin E oil directly to the dry and cracked areas on a regular basis will also help to keep those areas soft and supple. Weekly use of seaweed and grape seed solutions will also help to maintain skin health.
  • Use of aromatherapy solutions helps to prevent the signs of ageing such as wrinkles and spots and enhances skin life to a large degree.

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Aromatherapy For Daily Foot Care Routine

Friday, November 27th, 2009

Taking good care of your hands and feet is one of the most important aspects of personal grooming. It is important in summers because you wear open footwear and avoid socks. In colder weather, the skin becomes extremely rough and dry and therefore foot care becomes important. However, taking good care of your feet is also important so that you do not end up cracking your skin or injuring your feet.

If you are able to incorporate therapeutic massage or aromatherapy into your daily regime, you will never have to worry about your feet anymore.

Foot Care With Frankincense Essential Oil

After a long day, treating your feet to an aromatic bath or an essential oil foot soak can do wonders for you. There are many essential oils that you can use to make an aromatic foot soak. However, Frankincense essential oil is one of the better oils for a foot soak. Frankincense is not only known for its wonderful aroma but also for the effects that it has on the skin.

Add a few drops of the essential oils in a basin of warm water and then soak your feet in it. The oil will work on your feet in order to enhance the skin. The oil is also good for wrinkles. Though frankincense essential oil is extremely expensive, it has to be used in very small quantities and therefore even a small bottle can last a long time.

Frankincense has been known to treat almost all known ailments. Though it is used as an alternative therapy, the essential oil can be effectively used to enhance the skin properties and make it look softer and younger. Frankincense contains sesquiterpenes, which are compounds that stimulate the upper portion of the brain. This portion of the brain is responsible for emotions and memory. The oil can also help stimulate different endocrine glands in the body.

You can also add frankincense in some plain cold cream and use the cream to massage your feet before you go to bed. The essential oil is therapeutic and has many healing properties. It is an anti depressant and allows the muscles to relax. It also acts as a mood up lifter, stimulates the immune system, increases spiritual awareness, decreases inflammation, and functions as an anti tumoral agent.

Be careful though to use only the best quality frankincense essential oil. Buy it from a reliable person, and use it only as per the instructions of an aromatherapy practitioner. Since this oil is extremely concentrated, you may have to dilute it with alcohol or vegetable oils before applying it directly on to t

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