Cosmetic Oils – The New Powerful Remedy For Your Skin
A few drops of aromatic bath oil can change your mood immediately. The cosmetic industry began to pay more attention to the essential oils since they have discovered their true properties. Until recently the cosmetic oils were used only for a body massage but nowadays there is a huge variety of oils that contain many nourishing and therapeutic ingredients used for different purposes – to regulate oily skin, to shrink large pores, to nourish and moisturize the skin, to repair sun damage, to relief dry skin etc. Nowadays these oils aren’t as oily as they used to be and you can find them at any drugstore or cosmetic counter. The cosmetic oils are appropriate for every age and for every skin type. They can be beneficial for both dry and oily skin as they not only moisturize the skin but they also repair and nourish it.
Maybe your have noticed that the newest face creams, moisturizers, cleansers, body lotions and even the makeup products contain different essential oils due to their properties, smell and benefits.
FACE OILS
The face oils contain a cocktail of essential (vegetable) oils that are “ essential“ for a healthy and beautiful skin. One big misconception is that these oils are appropriate only for dry skin, and that of course isn’t true. For example the teat tree oil or eucalyptus oil have antibacterial properties that regulate the oil production, shrink large pores and repair the skin. If your skin is hypersensitive chamomile oil, olive oil or almond oil will be your best choice as these oils calm and soothe the skin immediately after application. Many of the biggest cosmetic companies began to produce makeup removers in which oil is a main ingredient as it removes any makeup thoroughly without damaging the skin.
How to use and apply face oils?
Apply a small amount of the oil over your entire face and neck and rub the oil very gently to spread it evenly. Leave the oil on your skin for approximately 10/ 15 minutes and then use a tissue to remove the excess. You had better apply the oil in the evening if the product is too oily and you don’t feel comfortable with it. You can also use the oil to massage your skin in order to improve the blood circulation and to “tone“ your skin. Apply the oil with soft, circular motions for about 10 minutes and then remove the excess.
Recommended Face Oils:
Decleor Aromessence Visage Neroli Oil ($46) – This oil is 100% natural and is formulated to protect the skin against daily pollution. It will also contain moisturising properties which leave the skin smooth and glowing with radiance. Apply just a few drops of this cocktail of essential oils morning and evening to revitalize the skin.
Clinique Crystal Clear Cleansing Oil ($21) – facial cleanser appropriate for dry and sensitive skin. Effectively dissolves all the impurities and dirt. Provides a gentle and yet thorough cleansing. Incredibly softens your skin while moisturizing.
HAIR (SCALP) OILS
Your hair, just as your skin, also needs nourishing and extra TLC. There are different nourishing oils for hair that protect your hair and repair any damage. The active ingredients that these oils contain penetrate deeply into the scalp. They nourish the hair and improve blood circulation. There are oils that regulate the excess sebum production (the biggest problem for those with oily hair), oils that moisturize the hair (for those with dry hair), oils that nourish and repair hair damage (for those with chemically treated hair). There are even hair oils that prevent and “heal“ split ends or frizzy hair. Some scalp oils can even encourage faster hair growth in people with alopecia areata (excessive hair loss) as they nourish and condition the hair deeply.
How to use and apply hair oil?
Hair oils should be applied on dry hair, before washing. To apply the oil evenly you should separate your hair into a few sections. Apply the oil only to the roots and to the ends of the hair, depending on the product, with the aid of your fingers or with a brush. Massage your scalp gently with your fingertips and wrap your head into a towel. Leave the oil on your scalp for approximately 30 minutes, unless the instruction says otherwise. To remove the oil you should use hot or lukewarm water to rinse your hair and a mild shampoo. You can use any hair (scalp) oil once a week to keep your hair and scalp healthy, beautiful and shiny.
Recommended Hair And Scalp Oils:
Better Botanicals Herbal Hair Oil ($16) – Remedy for hair and scalp. It combines 10 medicinal herbs in a rich plant oil base to soothe, protect and strengthen. An intensive revitalizing treatment, use weekly for fuller, glossier hair. Great for all hair types.
Rene Furterer Complexe 5 Regenerating Extract ($43) – Its unique concentration in orange, lavender and verbena essential oils stimulates microcirculation and invigorates scalp to enhance the growth of healthy, beautiful hair. Complexe 5 also refreshes the scalp and helps optimize the effectiveness of other treatment products.
Phyto Phytopolleine ($32) – Botanical stimulant that helps regulate and purify the scalp. The synergetic action and revitalizing power of the 72% essential oils (cajeput, lemon, rosemary, sage, cypress) combined with corn germ oil, stimulates microcirculation, making Phytopolleine a genuine scalp stimulant. It also can be used as a long-term treatment to bring life back into a weakened scalp and lackluster hair.
Alberto VO5 Hot Oil Hair Treatment, Moisturizing Formula ($4.50) – Enriched with 5 vitamins and protein-based nutrients, nourish hair back to beautiful condition, leaving it strong, healthy, and vibrant. Restores moisture to stressed, dry or damaged hair.
Weleda Rosemary Hair Oil ($10) – Formulated with clover blossoms and burdock root, this deep conditioning oil gives luster, softens split ends, and makes hair more manageable.
BATH OILS
A few drops of bath oils can do wonders for your mood and for your skin. The combination of essential oils and fragranced oils has an aromatherapic action. The bath oils not only soften the skin but they also contain many moisturizing ingredients that hydrate and sooth even very dry skin.
Recommended Bath Oils:
Burt’s Bees Vitamin E Body & Bath Oil with Sweet Almond Oil & Lemon Oil ($8) – An enriched, sheer body oil to moisturize and nourish your skin. The fresh, clean scent of lemon oil is invigorating and refreshing.
Aveeno Baby Soothing Bath Treatment ($5) – Combines natural oatmeal with a special moisturizer to soothe and relieve dry, irritated skin. When dispersed in water, this powder forms a soothing milky bath. After bathing, the skin becomes softer and smoother, and dry, irritated, sensitive skin is relieved.
California Baby Bubble Bath, Aromatherapy, Calming ($13) – Calming blend of essential oils works to unwind the body and promote calmness.
Chanel No. 5 Essential Bath Oils ($43) – A bouquet of abstract flowers with an indefinable femininity. Launches with bewitching notes of Ylang-Ylang and Neroli, then unfolds with Grasse Jasmine and May Rose. Sandalwood and Vanilla round out the fabled composition with unforgettable woody notes.
LancГґme Aroma Tonic Energizing Shower Gel ($23) – This fresh-foaming gel is pure treatment for your body with fruit extracts that cleanse you gently and smoothly. Pure energy for your senses with aromatic extracts that leave you feeling sparkling fresh all over.
BODY OILS
Body oil is a must for those with dry or sensitive skin. The body oils are also known as “dry“ oils because they are absorbed quickly into the skin without leaving any oily patches. The body oils usually come in a spray form and the application is very easy (usually takes 1/ 2 minutes). These oils have a big concentration of moisturizing and nourishing ingredients – essential oils that repair the upper layer of the skin. These oils erase any feeling of dryness or tightness and keep the skin well-moisturized all day long.
How to use and apply body oils?
You shouldn’t use body oil for a massage purposes, as most of them absorb quickly into the skin. Apply the oil on wet skin, straight after a bath as the oil will lock 10 times more moisture than many body lotions or creams.
Recommended Body Oils:
Decleor Huile Seche Adoucissante- Dry Body Oil Spray ($32) – Meadowfoam Oil, Hazelnut and Vitamin E soften and delicately scent your body- while leaving you a satiny glow.
Lierac Anti-Dessechement Hydra Oil ($35) – The amazing micro-emulsion texture of this skin care formula combines all of the benefits of oil, with none of its disadvantages. Enriched with moisturizing, nourishing and retexturizing agents, Hydra-oil is the idea body care product for dry skin, leaving it feeling perfectly moisturized and divinely soft.
Dr.Hauschka Rose Body Oil ($36) – The calming qualities of the rose bring harmony and warmth to body and mind. Especially soothing during periods of exhaustion and overload, this delicate oil nurtures even the most sensitive skin.
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Usage Dry Oil ($44) – With precious oils and vitamin E. In one single gesture, skin feels soft and satin-smooth; hair is left silky and glossy. Use all year round, winter or summer. Ideal for use after sunbathing.
NAIL AND CUTICLE OILS
Nail and cuticle oils are the best “remedy“ for brittle, weak nails and dry cuticles. The nourishing ingredients soften the cuticles, straighten the nails and prevent the appearance of dry cuticles.
How to use and apply nail and cuticle oil?
Apply the oil daily by gently rubbing it into the cuticles. Massage in to help increase circulation to the nail bed and stimulate new nail growth. Reapply as often as desired.
Recommended Nail And Cuticles Oils:
Sally Hansen Vitamin E Nail & Cuticle Oil ($6) – Gives nails and cuticles the conditioning they need to resist daily environmental stress. Helps strengthen and nourish nails and cuticles.
Revlon Cuticle Oil ($8) – Features a blend of essential oils, vitamins and advanced ingredients to help strengthen, condition and shield nails from daily stress. Rescues dry, cracked cuticles with instant moisture relief.
Barielle Cuticle Replenisher with Mango Butter ($15) – helps make your cuticles translucent and vibrant, promoting strong, healthy nails.
The most common oils used in the cosmetic industry:
Lavender oil
- for oily skin prone to acne and frequent breakouts
- for skin inflammation, sun burns, small wounds
- for body massage
Peppermint oil
- for oily or combination skin prone to acne
- for skin irritations
Rosemary oil
- for body massage
- for cellulite, stretch marks
Almond oil
- appropriate for every skin type
- works well for dry, sensitive or mature skin
- great remedy for dry hair
Avocado oil
- rich in vitamins A, E, D
- works great for dry or sensitive skin
- improve the collagen production
Grape oil
- a powerful antioxidant
- regulate the oil production
- works great for oily or combination skin
- shrinks large pores
Jojoba oil
- appropriate for every skin types
- nourish and protect the skin from the external aggressions
- regulate the oil production
- soften, moisturize and nourish the skin
Olive oil
- works great for dry, sensitive and mature skin
- prevents wrinkle, and fine lines appearance
- a powerful moisturizing agent
- sooths and smoothes the skin
Sesame oil
- works great for dry, combination and mature skin
- rich in vitamin E, magnesium
- slow down the aging of the skin
- widely used in hair masks
- act as a sunscreen
Cocoa oil
- appropriate for normal skin
- for body massage
- softens and moisturize the skin
- acts as a sunscreen
Tea tree oil
- with antiseptic and anti-microbial properties
- regulate oil production
- shrink large pores