There is an opinion that oily skin harms fat, but it is fats that competent cosmetologists treat increased salofission. Since not all fats are considered the same. The skin lacks fatty acids, their skin itself can not synthesize. Deficiency of these acids leads to a violation of the barrier function of the skin, irritation and scaling of oily skin, the appearance of itching and the intensification of inflammatory processes.
Treatment of oily skin with essential oils
Therefore, with the increased work of the sebaceous glands and acne, a remedy is needed that contains the necessary fats in the required amount. This is helped by mixtures of different oils. Each oil contains a certain number of different acids, and in the mixture they complement each other's action. This is hard to believe, but for oily skin, the oil mixture is light, quickly absorbed and does not leave a greasy shine.
Such a skin emits a lot of sebaceous secrets to protect against various environmental factors. If you apply oil, the skin feels protected and does not need extra fat, the sebaceous glands do not work so actively and their activity normalizes.
Familiarity with oils you need to start with rice oil, jojoba oil, sesame seeds, grape seeds and hazelnut. Can be supplemented with rose water.
Essential oils normalize the hormonal balance of the body and strengthen the immune system of oily skin. When caring for oily skin, such essential oils as rose, melissa, juniper, cedar, sandalwood, birch, parsley are used. Also used: mint, fir, tea tree, mandarin, rosemary, bergamot, grapefruit, orange or lemon.
- Cedar eliminates stains, rashes, increases the elasticity of the skin, soothes, rejuvenates.
- Sandal thin essential oil, which restores the contour of the face, tones, refreshes, revitalizes, rejuvenates, smoothes wrinkles.
- Rosemary smooths the skin's relief, restores the tenderness and elasticity of the skin and softens rough areas.
- Bergamot narrows the pores, normalizes the secretion of the sebaceous glands, eliminates irritation and skin rash.
- Grapefruit narrows the pores, whitens and brightens the oily skin.
- Melissa eliminates rashes and is suitable for oily skin care.
- Juniper eliminates fatigue and fatigue, increases elasticity, promotes skin regeneration.
Oily mixture for oily skin regulates the function of sebaceous glands
- 1 a drop of juniper essential oil.
- 3 drops of essential oil of geranium.
- 3 drops of lemon essential oil.
- 2 ml of hazelnut oil.
- 3 ml of grape seed oil.
- 5 ml of jojoba oil.
This mixture can be used at any time of the year, excluding summer. Because lemon is considered a phototactic oil. In summer, replace lemon oil with cypress oil, lavender or cedar oil.
Take for oily skin oil white wheat germ and massage your face with oil. Apply this mixture to your face for 1 hour, then rinse with cool water. This oil contains a powerful antioxidant, natural vitamin E, which prevents damage to the skin, which is caused by environmental pollution and ultraviolet rays. A great way to soften the skin.
Recommendations for oily skin
It is necessary to comply with rational nutrition, it excludes a large intake of animal fats, for this you need to limit the intake of salty, spicy dishes, the intake of alcoholic beverages, reduce the consumption of easily digestible carbohydrates - flour products, sugar.
Contraindications
- It must be remembered that it is possible to use essential oils, after consulting a doctor. A wide range of essential oils is used, but they are not a panacea for all diseases. It is necessary only to overdo, as these aromas will have the opposite effect. All aromatic spicy oils irritate the sensitive skin, but work well if perfectly crushed and connected to a fatty base.
- A person may have an allergy and at first use you need to test the skin for sensitivity. To do this, apply essential oil to a small area of skin. If there is an adverse reaction, the use of oil should be discontinued.
- When pregnancy should be carefully used essential oils.