There are so many skin care products and brands out there that shopping for a product can be daunting, borderline stress inducing. It is further compounded by the type of skin you have, what would actually work and the unknown ingredients most of these brands use in their products all in the name of shelf life and profit. And... let’s not talk about the questionable labour and unapproved elements that surround most products. Our ancestors never had manufacturing labs instead used the herbs and plants mother nature supplied to achieve flawless skin and healthy hair. So why are we spending thousands of dollars on these products with ingredients we cannot even pronounce? Why not spend little to no money on the natural products around us to achieve similar or even better results?

I transitioned to natural and essential oils more than seven years ago and I have no regrets. My skin and face thank me everyday. I don’t suffer from acne and I have no acne scaring on my face or body. The only thing I struggle with is hyperpigmentation and that has gotten better over time. As a society we need patience, there is no quick fix to perfection. Patience is key so check out these oils that have changed my life and can change yours if you make thes transition.

List of oils

• Rosehip seed oil

• Lavender oil

• Grape seed oil

• Carrot seed oil

Rosehip seed oil

Rosehip seed oil is derived from the seeds of the rose plant. Rosehip seed oil is an ancient herb valued for its healing properties.

Why it works

Rosehip seed oil is loaded with nourishing vitamins and essential fatty acids that keeps cells hydrated. The vitamins in the oil helps with collagen production which helps to keep skin firm. The oil is also known for its anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties.

Benefits of rosehip seed oil

• Hydrates the skin

• Helps exfoliate and brightens skin

• Boost collagen formation

• Reduces inflammation

• Protects against sun damage

• Reduces hyperpigmentation

• Reduces scars and fine lines

Lavender oil

Lavender oil is an essential oil derived from the lavender plant. Lavender oil benefits the skin in numerous ways by lessening acne, evens skin tone and reduce wrinkles.

Why it works

Lavender oil works to kill bacteria which prevents acne breakouts thereby reducing scarring. Lavender oil also contains anti inflammatory properties as well as anti-bacterial and antiviral elements which can help with psoriasis and eczema. Because lavender oil prevents inflammation, it is effective against discoloration, dark spots and hyperpigmentation.

Benefits

• Reduces wrinkles

• Helps with dark spots

• Helps with hyperpigmentation

• Helps with blotchy spots

• Helps with dry skin

• Reduces acne

Grape seed oil

Grapeseed oil is derived from the seeds of grapes. The oil has been gaining popularity over the last few decades due to its properties.

Why it works

Grape seed oil is high in omega fatty acids with a high amount of Vitamin E. It also contains anti inflammatory and antioxidants which makes it a good topical skin ointment. Because of the anti-bacterial properties, grapeseed oil is good for treating acne and acne outbreaks. The oil unclogs the pores and makes skin clearer. Grapeseed oil also contains a powerful antioxidant ingredient called proanthocyanidin which evens out skin tone when consistently used.

Benefits

• Treats acne breakouts

• Makes skin softer and more elastic

• Evens out skin tone

• Protects skin from sun damage

Carrot seed oil

Carrot seed oil is an essential oil derived from the seeds of the Daucus Carota plant. This oil should not be confused with the oil you get from the mixture of crushed carrots immersed in carrier oils.

Why it works

Carrot seed essential oil has shown to have antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. These properties unclog the pores and the anti-inflammatory element helps to reduce acne breakouts thereby reducing scarring. The antioxidant properties in this oil makes it a great treatment source for skin rejuvenation for aging skin.

Benefits

• Slows down aging

• Protects skin from sun damage

• Brightens skin tone

• Treats eczema

• Soothes skin

Let me know in the comment section if you use any of these oils.

Julz out!!!