Try it, you'll like it, your own homemade Moisturizing Oil
The effects of a moisturizing oil can be complemented and
intensified with the use of a facial brush.
Moisturizing oil for your skin, which is your body's largest organ,
can soothe and re-hydrate and protect against drying agents. The many
stresses your skin is subjected to as part of everyday life: pollution,
dry winter air, temperatures that range from freezing cold to intensely
hot and the increasing ultraviolet rays of the sun, rob it of moisture
and leave it irritated and dull looking and in need of a moisturizer. Many of the commercial
moisturizers may not be appropriate for very sensitive skin. Natural,
homemade moisturizing oils, which contain no chemical additives or
preservatives are the best moisturizer you can use.
For the best Hydrating Body Lotion that works naturally to firm, nourish
and protect your skin, try this Amazing Product by Dr. Patrick Flanagan
or make your own.
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Tip:
Treat your face to a quick skin freshener
after your regular
cleansing routine. Mist it with mineral water; then apply
moisturizing oil as usual. Apply a warm, damp towel for about 10
min. Your skin will feel velvety soft and smooth. |
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Moisturizing Oil Recipe
Moisturizing facial oils
For normal skin
2 tsp. aloe-vera oil
2 tsp. jojoba oil
2 tsp. sweet almond oil
5 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops neroli essential oil
For dry, sensitive skin
1 tsp. aloe vera-oil
1 tsp. jojoba oil
2 tsp. sweet-almond oil
2 tsp. wheat-germ oil
5 drops palmarosa essential oil
3 drops carrot-seed essential oil
2 drops lavender essential oil
For mature skin
2 tsp. jojoba oil
2 tsp. sweet-almond oil
2 tsp. wheat-germ oil
4 drops neroli essential oil
3 drops carrot-seed essential oil
3 drops rose essential oil
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For oily, acne-prone skin
2 tsp. aloe-vera oil
2 tsp. hazelnut oil
2 tsp. jojoba oil
4 drops yarrow essential oil
3 drops cistus essential oil
3 drops lavender essential oil
Mix the oils in a small, clean bottle with a glass-dropper top,
which prevents the spread of bacteria. Shake thoroughly. Use within
6 mo. for maximum potency. Be sure to shake the mixture again before
each use, as the oils may separate while sitting. Do not
keep natural moisturizing oils for longer than 2 months at room
temperature. If stored in the refrigerator, the oil will keep for
4-6 months.
Take care
Epileptics and pregnant women should not use undiluted carrot-seed,
cistus or yarrow essential oils, as they may cause a sensitive
reaction. Avoid using them entirely if you cannot obtain highly
diluted versions of these oils.
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Application:
After thoroughly cleansing your face, Massage about 7
drops of moisturizing oil into your face, neck and throat, using
gentle, stroking motions. Continue massaging for about 2 minutes or
until the oil is absorbed in your skin. |
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Ingredient
Benefits:
Essential oils to protect skin:
Neroli essential oil helps to firm all skin types in need of
vitality and elasticity. Both palmarosa and carrot-seed essential
oils nourish, sooth and smooth dry, mature skin while providing
protection from wrinkles and chapping. Cistus essential oil can help
to normalize oily skin and reduce puffiness, as it promotes lymph
drainage. Itchy skin can benefit from lavender essential oil, which
also protects the skin from dermatitis and eczema. Yarrow essential
oil's astringent anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties can help
dry and heal painful pimples.
Aloe-vera oil for healing: The aloe plant is renown for its
healing and moisturizing properties. Oil extracted from aloe leaves
and added to a base, such as hazelnut oil, is excellent for all skin
types. This double dose of oils replenishes and provides skin with
healing ingredients.
Wheat-germ oil to revitalize the skin:
Wheat-germ oil contains high amounts of vitamin E and is beneficial
for many skin types, but it is especially good for softening and
conditioning dry, dull skin. This oil can also act as a preservative
when added to other oil formulations.
Facial Brushes: The effects of a moisturizing oil can be
complemented and intensified with the use of a facial brush. The
ultra-soft bristles function as a gentle exfoliant, removing dead
skin cells and helping the active ingredients in moisturizing oil to
penetrate into your skin. Use twice a week with small, gentle
circular motions to exfoliate the skin on your face, neck, throat
and chest. If you don't have a facial brush, try a home facial
massage instead: After cleansing, use your fingers to gently massage
and smooth moisturizing oil into your face, neck and throat.
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