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Essential Oils for Wrinkles
Essential Oils for Wrinkles The Natural Solutions for Wrinkle Free and Skin Aging
What you should know about wrinkles and skin aging
Skin aging can't be entirely prevented but it can be delayed if the causes are avoided. Some of the causes are
Principally Genetics
Chronological Age
Amount of Sun Exposure
Environment Pollutans
Stress
Significant Weight Gain or Loss
Smoking
Can Aromatherapy delay skin aging?
Elastase activity increases with age, fragmenting collagen and elastin leading to a reduction in the elasticity of skin and the appearance of wrinkle and strechmark
Essential Oils may be useful anti aging agents by acting as elastase inhibitors and also can be act as antioxidant to prevent UV radiation that can induced skin cancer.
Essential Oils for Wrinkles
Here are some essential oils for wrinkles and anti aging skin
Fennel
Frankincense
Myrrh
Palmarosa
Patchouli
Rose
Rosemary
Rosewood
These oils are noted for warding off wrinkles and minimize premature aging.
The Facts
Though very little clinical research on the effects of essential oils on skin such as sebum production and wrinkle prevention, But there is some data about essential oils and other skin problems such as sunburn and healing wounds.
Most of the aromatherapy practitioner had to rely on anecdotal evidence, personal experience and historic use.
Anti Wrinkle Treatment
Makes 4 ounces
The healing properties of comfrey and witch hazel soothe aging skin, while the Patchouli oil regenerates skin cells and may ward off wrinkles. It also tighten and tones sagging skin.
1/4 cup comfrey infusion
1/4 cup witch hazel
10 drops patchouli essential oil
To make a comfrey infusion, gently crush 1/8 cup comfrey leaves and place in a small bowl. Pour 1/2 cup boiling water over comfrey and cover. Steep 5 to 10 minutes. Strain and cool before using.
Combine 1/4 cup of the infusion with witch hazel and patchouli. Store in a clean bottle. To use, apply to affected areas with a clean cotton ball twice daily.
Recipe courtesy of Kim Erickson.
Recommended products for preventing wrinkles
Classic Rose Facial Oil. It assists in preventing wrinkles, re-hydrating the skin, and in the promotion of skin-cell regeneration. Perfect for lightly damaged skin that is dry and mature and needing repair. This is a very concentrated oil, and only a finger tip or two is needed.
Rosehip Seed Oil. It works wonders on scars and is the predominant oil used for treating wrinkles and premature aging. Can be used in all fine skin care recipes.
