Women must know: The advantages and disadvantages of using essential oils on the face

In the field of skin care, essential oil, as a natural and multi-functional product, has attracted much attention from women in recent years. Many people are curious, can using essential oils on the face bring surprising skin care effects? Or are there potential risks?

Essential oil is a volatile aromatic substance extracted from flowers, leaves, roots, seeds and other parts of plants by distillation, pressing and other methods.

It is rich in a variety of natural ingredients such as terpenes, alcohols, esters, aldehydes, etc. These ingredients give essential oils their unique skincare benefits.

For example, terpenes have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects and can help improve skin inflammation; Alcohols have moisturizing and soothing effects, which can keep skin moist and relieve sensitive discomfort; Esters have a good aroma and the ability to promote skin metabolism, which helps to brighten skin tone and make skin glow. Essential oil molecules are extremely tiny, which can quickly penetrate into the bottom layer of skin, participate in the metabolic process of skin cells, and improve the skin condition from the root.

Dry skin ： For women with dry skin, essential oils can be called a "savior". Dry skin lacks water and oil, and is prone to dryness, peeling, fine lines and other problems. Such as rose essential oil, frankincense essential oil, etc., are rich in moisturizing and moisturizing ingredients, which can deeply nourish the skin, replenish the moisture and oil needed by the skin, enhance the barrier function of the skin and reduce water loss. Long-term use can make dry skin soft and smooth, and fine lines will be significantly improved.

Oily skin ： Women with oily skin are often troubled by problems such as excessive oil secretion, enlarged pores and frequent acne. Tea tree essential oil, lavender essential oil, etc. have oil-controlling and antibacterial properties, which are very suitable for oily skin. Tea tree essential oil can effectively inhibit the secretion of oil by sebaceous glands, reduce facial shine, and at the same time kill the bacteria that cause acne, prevent and treat acne. Lavender essential oil can soothe skin, fade acne marks and improve the overall state of oily skin.

Sensitive skin type : The skin barrier of sensitive skin is fragile and has low resistance to external stimuli. Use extra caution when choosing essential oils. Chamomile essential oil is the first choice for sensitive muscles. It has powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing effects, which can reduce allergic symptoms such as skin redness, swelling and itching, repair damaged skin barrier and enhance skin tolerance. But even so, sensitive muscles must undergo local skin testing before using essential oils.

Use after dilution: The concentration of pure essential oils is too high and applied directly to the face may irritate the skin and even cause allergic reactions. Therefore, when using essential oils for skin care, be sure to dilute them first. You can mix essential oils with carrier oils (such as jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, etc.) according to a certain proportion. Generally speaking, the dilution ratio of essential oils for facial use is 1-3 drops of essential oils with 10 ml of carrier oil. For example, drop 2 drops of lavender essential oil into 10 ml of jojoba oil, stir well and use it for skincare.

Massage absorption: Apply the diluted essential oil evenly onto your face, then gently massage it with the tips of your fingers. The direction of massage should follow the texture of the skin, starting from the chin, massage upward and outward in circular motions, and massage the cheeks, forehead, sides of the nose and other parts in turn. The massage time is about 3-5 minutes, which can promote the absorption of essential oils and make the skin better enjoy the nourishment of essential oils.

Blending mask: Essential oils can be added to homemade masks to enhance the efficacy of the mask. For example, when making a honey mask, add 1-2 drops of rose essential oil, stir well and apply it to your face, and wash it after 15-20 minutes. Such a mask can not only moisturize the skin, but also brighten the skin tone, making it more hydrated and shiny.

Skin Testing: Before using an essential oil for the first time, be sure to perform a skin test behind your ear or on the inside of your wrist. Apply the diluted essential oil to the test site and observe for 24-48 hours. If there is no allergic reaction such as redness, swelling, itching and tingling, then apply it to the face.

Avoid direct sunlight: Some essential oils are photosensitive, such as lemon essential oil, bergamot essential oil, etc. After using skin care products containing these essential oils, if exposed to sunlight, the skin may become hyperpigmented, resulting in darkening. Therefore, after using such essential oils, it is necessary to avoid direct sunlight, and it is best to use them at night.

Choose quality products: The quality of essential oil products on the market is uneven. In order to ensure the skin care effect and safety, we must choose essential oils with formal channels and guaranteed quality. High-quality essential oils usually use natural plant raw materials. After strict extraction and quality testing, the ingredients are pure and the efficacy is remarkable.

When women use essential oils on their faces, as long as they choose the right essential oils and master the correct use methods, they can bring many benefits to their skin and become a powerful assistant for skin care. However, if used improperly, it may also cause harm to the skin. In the process of using essential oils for skin care, if you have any questions, you may wish to consult a professional dermatologist or beautician.