Aromatherapy Skincare Recipes

Making your own skincare with aromatherapy skincare recipes is safe and has an effective way for the body to tune into the beneficial properties of essential oils.

Skin is the largest organ of your body. there are 3 layers to 'skin'. There is the epidermis or top layer,the dermis or middle layer, and the bottom layer. Basically, the faster you replace the dead surface cells and replace them with the new ones from below, the better. It is these new cells that give the skin its softer and smoother look.

This aromatherapy skincare recipes will use carrier oils which designed to rejuvenate the skin and help with cell regeneration in the dermal layer.

Each skin type needs a different aromatherapy skincare recipes for success, but the basics are the same for all. The basic skin care routine should include cleansing, toning and moisturizing. Once a week you should treat your skin to a scrub and mask.

Some aromatherapy skin care recipes are:

Aromatherapy skincare recipes For oily skin

Gentle Cleansing Lotion

• 6 tablespoon of sweet almond, jojoba oil, grapeseed.
• 8 drops bergamot essential oils
• 8 drops orange essential oils
• 5 drops lavender essential oils

To use : Always wash your hand before cleaning your face. Gently massage small amount on face. Wipe off with a warm, damp clean cloth...may need to wipe 2 or 3 times, then rinse with warm water until all oil has been removed. Rinse with cool water, then pat dry.

Oil Fighting Toner

• 1 1/4 cup witch hazel
• 20 drops eucalyptus essential oils
• 7 drops Geranium essential oils
• 7 drops peppermint essential oils
• 10 drops rosemary essential oils

Pour together and mix

Aromatherapy skincare recipes For Normal Skin :

Gentle Cleansing Lotion

• 6 tablespoon Carrier oil (grape seed, sweet almond, calendula.)
• 10 drops of lavender essential oil
• 5 drops of geranium essential oils
• 5 drops of rose essential oils

Add carrier oils to a clean, dark glass bottle. Add essential oils. Gently shake to blend before each use.

To use : Always wash your hand before cleaning your face. Gently massage small amount on face. Wipe off with a warm, damp clean cloth...may need to wipe 2 or 3 times, then rinse with warm water until all oil has been removed. Rinse with cool water, then pat dry.

Toning Facial Mist:

Add the following essential oils to 2 fluid ounces of distilled water:

• 6 drops lavender
• 1 drop rosewood
• 1 drop chamomile
• 4 drops bergamot

Pour into a spray mister bottle. Essential oils and water will separate, so shake the bottle vigorously before spritzing this refreshing blend onto clean skin.

Aromatherapy skincare recipes For Dry Skin :

Gentle Cleansing Lotion

• 6 tablespoon of Carrier oil (sweet almond oil , olive oil, avocado oil )
• 9 drops of rose essential oil
• 5 drops of jasmine essential oil
• 5 drops of geranium essential oil
• 2 drops of ylang ylang essential oil

Add carrier oils to a clean, dark glass bottle. Add essential oils. Gently shake to blend before each use.

To use : Always wash your hand before cleaning your face. Gently massage small amount on face. Wipe off with a warm, damp clean cloth...may need to wipe 2 or 3 times, then rinse with warm water until all oil has been removed. Rinse with cool water, then pat dry.

Moisturizing Cream:

• 4 fl. oz. sweet almond oil
• 3 fl. oz. rosewater
• 1/2 oz. beeswax
• 10 drops rose
• 5 drops lavender
• 4 drops orange
• 8 drops palmarosa
• 8 drops sandalwood

Gently melt wax and almond oil over double boiler , use low heat and stir until blended. Remove from heat. Put water into blender or mixer bowl and agitate. While water is spinning, slowly pour the essential oil. Continue mixing until emulsified. Remove cream, while still warm, into clean containers and leave open until completely cool.



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