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The Best Natural Ways To Fight Wrinkles With Essential Oils
Nov
The Best Natural Ways To Fight Wrinkles With Essential Oils
Wrinkles are one of the signs of ageing on the skin, however, sun damage, smoking, and repeated facial movements also contribute to the appearance of wrinkles. These are lines and creases that form around the eyes, forehead, mouth, and neck as the skin starts to lose its elasticity. Wrinkles are a natural and inevitable part of ageing, and once they have formed, it’s not possible to get rid of them. However, there are natural ways to fight wrinkles with essential oils or prolong their appearance as well as make them less visible.
If you have been worried about your wrinkles for a while, you may have encountered the multitudes of skincare products and treatments claiming to eliminate wrinkles. The good news is you don’t need to spend a lot of money to minimise the appearance of wrinkles because essential oils can do the job just as well. Read on to learn how to get rid of wrinkles using essential oil.
Natural Ways To Fight Wrinkles
It is completely possible to prevent and minimise the appearance of wrinkles using natural skincare. When it comes to wrinkles, prevention is just as important as cure. These 6 essential oils not only help minimise the appearance of wrinkles but also keep the skin healthy and hydrated so it stays glowing and youthful.
Lemon
Lemon essential oil contains high levels of vitamin C, which is effective at reducing the signs of ageing. It is also high in antioxidants which fight free radicals that cause ageing.
Vitamin C, however, increases the skin’s photosensitivity. Exposure to the sun after applying lemon essential oil (or any other citrus essential oil) will increase your chances of getting sun damage. This is why lemon essential oil is best applied to the skin at night and used with sunscreen.
Clary Sage
Clary sage is another essential oil that is rich in antioxidants that are crucial in preserving the youthful state of the skin. Clary sage essential oil is great for the skin in general as it soothes, reduces breakouts with its antimicrobial properties, and encourages healing of the outer layers of the skin.
Lavender
Lavender essential oil is truly a versatile oil. Aside from being calming, lavender can also help fight against the signs of ageing because it is rich in antioxidants.
Rosemary
Rosemary essential oil is another one that is rich in antioxidants. This 2014 study confirmed that rosemary has high levels of antioxidants, which makes it effective against wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of ageing.
Frankincense
Frankincense essential oil is one of the essential oils found to have high levels of antioxidant activity in this 2010 study. In addition to its ability to fight free radicals, frankincense also tones the skin and promotes new skin cell growth, which help the skin stay radiant.
Ylang Ylang
You may be more familiar with Ylang Ylang essential oil as an aphrodisiac. However, Ylang Ylang also contains antioxidants, which means that it has the ability to help repair skin damage and encourage the growth of new skin cells.
How To Use Essential Oils In Skincare
In order to experience the full effects of essential oils against wrinkles, you will need to apply them onto your skin. Whenever you need to apply essential oils to your skin, you should always dilute them with carrier oil. Essential oils are highly potent and may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions when applied directly. The carrier oil prevents this while also making it easier for the skin to absorb the essential oils.
Furthermore, for your safety, before using your essential oil serum, you should perform a patch test first to see if you have any allergic reaction with the essential oils. To do a patch test, apply the serum to your wrist or neck and wait 24 hours for any reaction.
Alternatively, if you already have a trusted moisturiser, you could infuse it with essential oil. The essential oil will be able to work alongside your moisturiser to maintain supple skin.
Another note when fighting wrinkles is to not rely solely on essential oils. Skincare is a holistic endeavor. Do not neglect your diet and practices. Here are additional things you should incorporate in your skincare routine and lifestyle if you want wrinkle-free skin:
- Regularly cleanse your face and apply a moisturiser.
- Protect your skin from UV by avoiding sun exposure and wearing broad spectrum sunscreen.
- Stay hydrated.
- Eat food that are rich in antioxidants.
- Avoid smoking.
Anti-Aging Essential Oils Recipe
Here are the steps on how to make your own anti-aging serum with essential oils.
Tools:
- Glass
- Stirrer
- Funnel
- Amber glass bottle
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of jojoba oil or rosehip seed oil
- ¼ teaspoon Vitamin E
- 3 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang
- 2 drops Frankincense
- 2 drops Clary Sage
OR
- 3 tablespoons of jojoba oil or rosehip seed oil
- 3 drops Frankincense
- 3 drops Clary Sage
- 2 drops Rosemary
- 2 drops Lemon
Steps:
1. Add carrier oil and vitamin E to the glass. Mix the two liquids.
2. One by one, add the essential oils. Stir gently with a stirrer.
3. Transfer to the amber glass bottle. You may use the funnel to avoid spillage.
Final Thoughts
Your fight against the signs of ageing should start as early as your mid-20s. Build up your skin’s health and elasticity early on to prevent the appearance of wrinkles. However, if you already have a few lines, these essential oils can help keep them at bay. Try making your own anti-aging serum now!
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I love the anti-aging recipe. Thank you. I’m doing this for sure! It’s never too late to start.
So many benefits from just a few drops of oil! Will give it a try.
Wow, these products are amazing!! Thank you for putting everything out so nicely. Love it.
I honestly feel essential oils are extremely therapeutic and relaxing. The fact that it is made completely out of natural oils makes it ten times more calming, if I can put it like that, knowing what goes into your products and understanding what they actually means. By knowing what you put under or around your eyes will make it so much more reassuring that the areas around md the eyes wont change colour or become damaged due to chemical products. With these tips and insightfull information,it makes it all the more comforting to know what you put around your eyes to bring worth your best features.
What amazing products! Highly recommend.
This is super helpful and interesting
Love the whole idea of essential oils especially now with a baby in the house! Definitely want to try it out
Great products for natural fresh skin.
Amazing products
Thank you for the information it’s very helpful. Loving it.
I simply love the fact that essential oils have so many benefits. So, what better way to improve skincare? Thank you for the recipe and great advice given 😊
You’re welcome! 🙂
Wow ,thank you for great recipes and advices for taking care of our skins.
You are very welcome!