Aromatherapy has secured its place in the beauty industry. Aromatherapy makes use of essential oils for different kind of treatments of the skin. Aromatherapy endows a radiant skin along with bringing harmony as well as balance to the usual stressful life. The enchanting fragrance of the essential oils used in aromatherapy helps in uplifting and refreshing the nerves and also stimulate the cell renewal and nourish the skin.
The inhalation of the essential oils apparently stimulates the brain function. Similarly essential oil absorbs into the skin and stimulates the skin and improves it overall. They get into the bloodstream and promote whole-body healing. Aromatherapy mainly uses essential oils for beauty treatment.
Aromatherapy Beauty steam: Relaxing facial to suit your mood, enhance your complexion and improve your skin. To make this possible all you need is
- Tea tree essential oil- 1 drop
- Sweet Almond oil – 1 drop
Put this oil in a bowl of boiling water and inhale the vapors of it. You can cover your head with towel for better results. This steam is very beneficial if you do it every day for 5-10 minutes. Find out how to and benefits of steaming at home for clean and clear skin.
Aromatherapy Massage blend: A gentle relaxing massage using essential oils that suit your body, used to help with your body’s natural healing.
Ingredients:
- orange essential oil – 10 drops
- sandalwood essential oil -5 drops
- Coconut oil- 2 ounces
Take all these ingredients in a container and mix well. Use this blend to massage your skin just before stepping into shower to detox the skin naturally. Follow these steps to give yourself an oil massage for healthy skin and body.
Aromatherapy for a Relaxing bath: Chose relaxing essential oils.
Ingredients:
- Lavender oil- 2 drops
- Jasmine oil- 3 drops
Method: Fill the bath tub with warm water. Add the above mentioned essential oils in the warm water and swirl it well in the water. Close all the doors and windows so that the fragrance of the essential oil does not leave the room. Enjoy your relaxing bath by lighting a few aromatherapy candles and soft music in the background.
Aromatherapy For beauty remedies:
Tea tree oil: Tea tree essential oil is best known for its contribution towards skincare. Tea tree oil is very versatile, it is anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-parasitic, anti-septic properties and anti-microbial. It is effective in treating burns, cuts, psoriasis and also for fungal infections. It is very good to treat acne and pimple. You can mix tea tree oil in your face pack or just apply it on the acne or pimple overnight to get clearer skin eventually.
Geranium essential oil: This is a multi-purpose essential oil as it helps in healing wounds, eliminating body odor, promote cell growth and fade scars as well as spots on your skin too. It endows a very calming effect too.
Bergamot essential oil: Bergamot is a very good essential oil for the skin. It helps to decrease the oiliness, acne formation and bacteria on the skin. It also helps in fighting cold sores.
Rose essential oil: Rose oil is especially for sensitive or aging skin. It is a tad bit on the expensive side however it is worth all the money spent. It is loaded with astringent properties which help in repairing broken capillaries as well as improve the overall skin condition. Rose oil helps to fade away acne marks, scars as well as stretch marks.