Cosmetic oils contain a lot of nutrients and vitamins that help keep the skin in good shape.
All you need to do is read the list of contraindications carefully for the product you are using.
Some products are not used around the eyes, while others are not suitable for oily skin. Cases of individual intolerance to certain components of the oil by the body are also possible.
If you do not break the instructions and do not rub the skin with an unsuitable product, the effect will be good.
Each oil has a unique composition, is a storehouse of nutrients and has different effects on the skin. They are used in pure form or as part of masks, creams, lotions and serums.
Pros and cons
The list of benefits of cosmetic oils is quite large.
- Benefits for the skin. Cosmetic oils nourish the skin, cleanse it well due to the fatty acids they contain and generally have an anti-aging effect.
- Low price and availability. You can buy oil in any pharmacy, the range is usually quite large, and the prices, on the contrary, are not high. Given that essential oils are not used in pure form, but a few drops are added to any kind of base, such a jar will suffice for a long time. Base oils are also cheaper. In this regard, it is permissible, for example, to use cold pressed olive oil, which can usually be purchased at a grocery store. A liter bottle will suffice for a very long time.
- Natural composition. Oils are obtained from natural components and are cleansed of harmful impurities. As a result, you have a product free of chemicals and parabens.
There are not so many disadvantages, but it was not without them.
- The main disadvantage is that the effect of using oils is not as great as we would like. They improve the condition of the skin but do not radically change it. In addition, you will not get results immediately or the next day. To notice the difference, you should use oils regularly, for at least a month, or better than two.
- Probability of an allergic reaction. Like any natural product, cosmetic oils can cause individual intolerances, so it is best to have an allergy test before using them for the first time.
The best oils for rejuvenation
There is a lot of oil to keep you young. I will tell you about the most popular and effective.
Cocoa
Natural cocoa butter emits a unique chocolate scent. It contains many useful items:
- Fatty acid;
- Tannins;
- Caffeine;
- Xanthin.
This product has an excellent tonic and healing effect and is often used in lip balms as it works perfectly for dry and cracked lips.
Cocoa butter will not get rid of wrinkles, but will be a good prevention of their appearance, protect the skin from the harmful effects of the environment and help it to rejuvenate better.
Antler
This is an amazing product that is quite expensive but it stands out from the rest of the cosmetic oils. It is made from young deer antlers and contains a whole range of nutrients:
- Eighteen different amino acids;
- Enzymes;
- Glutamic acid;
- Glycine;
- Collagen, iodine, calcium, zinc and other trace elements.
This product easily penetrates the skin and activates the process of tissue regeneration, strengthens local immunity and increases blood microcirculation.
Jojoba
This oil contains a lot of vitamin E, which is a natural antioxidant, so it works well for dry and aging skin on the face and neck.
Of course, it is not worth expecting a 100% lifting effect, but regular use of this product will make the skin more elastic. At the same time, it is well and quickly absorbed, allowing you to use it as a cream substitute and leave it on overnight.
Cast iron
If you are looking for the right oils to rejuvenate and tone your skin, take a look at castor oil. In its composition it is almost 90% ricinoleic acid, thanks to which it perfectly restores dry skin and makes wrinkles less noticeable.
Coconut
It reliably protects the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation, so it is especially popular in sunny regions in summer. In addition, it also improves metabolic processes, so that the skin on the face looks cleaner.
The advantage of the product is that it can be used to clean the skin around the eyes and eyelids. Many oils can not be used in this area due to their excessive hardness or heavy texture. Coconut oil is very light, well absorbed and the skin breathes from below.
Sesame
Another product that, according to reviews, works well on dry skin at the first signs of spoilage. Sesame oil has many useful elements:
- B vitamins;
- Vitamins E and C;
- Phytosterols;
- Trace elements (silicon, zinc, etc. );
- Sesame is a special substance that perfectly protects against ultraviolet radiation.
This oil is somewhat more expensive than others, but it serves to prevent the formation of wrinkles, makes the skin more elastic, removes impurities well and normalizes the sebaceous glands.
Flax seeds
This oil has the ability to tighten aging skin well, but has limitations. It is heavy and therefore should not be rubbed around the eye. There is a risk of waking up with edema.
But this tool looked good on the neck and décolleté. If you use it long enough and regularly, the skin condition in this area will improve, elasticity and tone will return.
Sea buckthorn
This oil can rejuvenate well, but it is not used in its pure form. You can mix it with the base oil of your choice, depending on your skin type. For a more pronounced anti-aging effect, it is recommended to mix it with the contents of one capsule of vitamin E.
Sea pepper oil cleanses loose skin, improves elasticity. If you use it regularly, wrinkles become less noticeable.
Olive
This product is useful not only when taken orally as part of light salads, it can be used for eyelid care. It is enough to apply a compress with olive oil on the problem areas around the eyes for 10 minutes - and after a few such procedures the skin condition will improve. It is a common ingredient in many home cosmetic recipes.
Pumpkin
This product has a very rich composition, contains;
- Carotenoids;
- Organic acid glycerides;
- Phosphatides;
- Vitamins E and B vitamins;
- Phytin;
- Stearins.
Thanks to this, it perfectly moisturizes the skin, protects it from the sun, serves as a good prevention of acne, nourishes and reduces exfoliation. Suitable for all skin types.
Recipes
There are numerous recipes that use all of these oils for different skin types. They are often mixed with different ingredients in home cosmetics, or added to simple, inexpensive creams to enrich the formulation. For example, a mask of pumpkin oil (a teaspoon), cosmetic clay (two tablespoons) and ground cinnamon (half a teaspoon) helps with acne.
You can get rid of age spots if you mix a teaspoon of castor oil with a tablespoon of grated cucumber and use this mixture as a mask.
You can even make a nourishing cream from cocoa butter. To do this, put a tablespoon of the product in a water bath, add a few drops of vitamins A and E and a teaspoon of sea pepper and rose oil, mix well and use. Such a cream is stored in the refrigerator for several days.
Conclusions
The use of cosmetic oils will help you in an integrated approach to rejuvenation, especially if you do not have the opportunity to visit the salon regularly and buy expensive cosmetics. These are natural remedies that have a good anti-aging effect and do not contain the harmful components that are so abundant in cheap cosmetics.