8 BEST OILS TO ADD IN YOUR SKIN CARE ROUTINE COMPOSITION, BENEFITS, SKIN TYPES
AVOCADO OIL – SKIN NOURISHING NUTRIENTS
Avocado oil is packed-full of skin nourishing nutrients, minerals, and vitamins such us vitamin A, C, E and D, which help even the tone and texture of your skin. In addition, contains beta carotene, protein, and fatty acids that boost the moisturizing properties of the oil.
Avocado oil it works as a wonderful antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory skin care ingredient and increases collagen production and can be use on all skin types.
AVOCADO OIL SKIN BENEFITS
Hydrate and moisturize the skin
Shield skin from ultraviolet radiation
Protect against skin damage
Replenish dry skin
Healing the skin and aids cells turnover
JOJOBA OIL – SKIN-LOVING OIL
Jojoba Oil is one of those wonderful all around, skin-loving oils. It is full of antioxidants which make it super good in anti-ageing or problematic skin.
The oil has a similar structure to the natural oils(sebum) in our own skin, which means that can be used for most skin types, as is balanced and light and so absorbs quickly into the skin with no greasy feeling.
Jojoba oil also contains natural forms of vitamin E, and vitamin E works on your skin as an antioxidant and fight oxidative stress caused by everyday exposure to pollutants and other toxins.
JOJOBA OIL SKIN BENEFITS
Regulates sebum production
Promote collagen production (high in antioxidants)
Antimicrobial and antibacterial properties
Soothing anti-inflammatory agents and healing properties
Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Improve skin elasticity
Minimize the appearance of scars
ARGAN OIL – MOROCCAN ARGAN OIL
Argan oil is made from kernels that grow on native Moroccan argan trees. The oil is high in antioxidants (Vitamin E) and can protect the skin from sun damage.
It is a wonderful moisturizer, soothing dry skin and reducing the sign of ageing such as wrinkles and discoloration and can help in treating psoriasis and rosacea.
Argan oil is generally considered safe for all skin types. If you have nut allergies avoid this or you should do a patch test to make sure that it won’t irritate your skin.
ARGAN OIL SKIN BENEFITS
Protects from sun damage and free radicals
Moisturizes and hydrate the skin
Improve water retention in the skin
Treats acne and regulate amounts of sebum on the skin
Heals skin infection and improve wound healing
Provide an effective anti-aging treatment
Reduce skin oiliness
COCONUT OIL
Coconut oil is often use as a standalone skincare product, and there are reasons for this – it contains lauric acid, a fatty acid known for its moisturizing and hormonal-balancing properties, has antibacterial and antifungal properties and smells nice too!
Coconut Oil is a good source of antioxidants, and this are:
tocopherols
tocotrienols
phytosterols
flavonoids
polyphenols
COCONUT OIL SKIN BENEFITS
Hydrates and protect the skin from free radicals
Minimizes the fine lines and wrinkles
Shooting and calming effect
Protects the skin against sunburns
Promotes the production of collagen
ROSEHIP OIL
Rosehip oil differs from rose oil that it is pressed from the fruit and the seeds of the rose plant and not extracted from flower’s petals. It is another great oil to introduce to your skincare routine and there are few reasons for this.
First is that the oil is rich in essential fatty acids, including linoleic acid (Vitamin E), which straighten cell walls, so they don’t lose water, also rosehip oil contains lycopene and beta carotene – these active ingredients have skin-lightening properties.
Second is chock-full of vitamins A, C and E. Vitamin C and A helps in stimulating collagen production in the skin, thus reducing the appearance of wrinkles, while vitamin E is also known to be helpful in the battle against uneven skin tone texture.
Great for all skin type, even for sensitive skin.
ROSEHIP OIL SKIN BENEFITS
It hydrates and moisturizes the skin
Exfoliate and brighten the skin
Boost collagen formation
Reduce inflammation and hyperpigmentation
Reduce scars and fine lines
HAZELNUT OIL
This is another powerful, rich, and nourishing oil with a high vitamin content, particularly with vitamins A, B, E. It is a great and perfect for oily or problematic skin, as it is slightly astringent and doesn’t feel greasy or take to long to absorb when apply to the skin.
HAZELNUT OIL SKIN BENEFITS
Moisturizes and hydrate the skin
Reduces acne and scars
Clear the skin and increase blood circulation
Helps with hyperpigmentation and sunburn
Reduce pores and sign of ageing
MACADAMIA NUT OIL
Macadamia nut oil is a very pleasant, lightweight oil that absorbs well without felling oily. It is rich in monosaturated fatty acids, including oleic acid Omega 9, which aids skin cell regeneration and is both softening and smoothing the skin.
Macadamia oil is also packed with antioxidants such as Vitamin A, Vitamin E and squalene. Squalene occurs naturally in our bodies but boosting it with macadamia oil can lessen oxidative stress on your skin.
MACADAMIA NUT SKIN BENEFITS
Helps the skin to produce keratin
Repair scars and dark spots
Helps with fine lines and prevent premature wrinkles
Reduce skin cells damage
Protective barrier against the sun
WHEATGERM OIL – ANTI-AGEING OIL
Wheatgerm Oil is famous for its high vitamins A, D, B content, which make it known as the anti-aging oil. It has anti-inflammatory properties and helps in the rejuvenation of skin cells as well as the lessening of scars and fine lines. It is also use in firming up the skin and in anti-ageing skin care routine.
Perfect for all skin types
WHEATGERM OIL SKIN BENEFITS
Soften and promote skin flexibility
Protect and moisturize the skin
Possess antioxidant properties
Maintain suppleness and radiance of the skin
Reduce signs of ageing, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines
Balance and repair skin damage
Stimulate cells regeneration to keep skin healthy, strong, and firm.
These carrier oils mentioned above can be mixed with essential oils that are highly beneficial for the skin. Here are some examples of essential oils that you can use for different skin types:
Essential oils for dry skin support
Lavender
Chamomile
Sandalwood
Essential oils for oily skin support
Rosemary
Frankincense
Geranium
Neroli
Clary Sage
Essential oils for sensitive skin support
Lavender
Sandalwood
Frankincense