Aromatherapy is a gentle way to not only enhance your mood but to improve your skin. Below you’ll discover more about this holistic practice and the benefits it has on your skin.
This natural treatment uses essential oils to encourage both physical and mental healing. By placing the oils in a diffuser or by carefully rubbing some on your body, you’ll notice interesting effects. Some perks it offers for your skin include:
There are vast amounts of options available but only a select few are good for improving your skin. These are:
Many times, you can mix these to get extra benefits. For instance, patchouli can help remove dead skin patches while petitgrain can regulate your natural oil production. Combining them can give you a distinctive mixture that caters to your specific needs.
Keep in mind that while these are generally safe for your skin, it’s still important to be cautious. Some could cause irritation, especially if you have sensitive skin. You’ll need to research more about them and determine which is a good fit for you. To make sure there aren’t any severe side effects, slowly add some to your skin and monitor it.
You can add aromatherapy to your daily skincare procedure in a few ways. One is by diluting it with a carrier oil. This is important if you want to rub it directly on your skin. Otherwise, the oil might be too intense and cause irritation. Some carrier oils to mix the essential oils into include coconut, jojoba, almond, and apricot kernel.
You could also put a few drops in a bath. For this, you’ll also need to dilute it before you pour it into the water. Ideally, five drops per one tablespoon of a carrier oil is best. Once fully mixed, sprinkle it into your bath and soak your body in it. You’ll find it won’t only smell great, but leave your skin feeling smooth and glowing.
Aromatherapy is a unique way to boost your skin’s health. At Laura Skin Care, we offer many treatments that contain healing essential oils. If you’re interested in learning more or would like to have one done, stop by our office. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and provide you with a soothing facial or peel.