Dry Skin

In zootomy and dermatology, skin is the largest organ of the integumentary system made up of multiple layers of epithelial tissues that guard underlying muscles and organs. Dry skin is unfortunately prone to more wrinkles than other skin types and needs to be fed daily with nourishing and protective oils.

In some commercial preparations they concentrate on adding lubricating oils externally whilst aromatherapy treatments tend to combine carrier oils such as sweet almond , evening primrose and jojoba with essential oils which can help the sebaceous glands to function more effectively.

Essential oils for dry skin :  Benzoin , Chamomile Roman , Chamomile German , Frankincense , Geranium , Jasmine , Lavender , Neroli , Palmarosa , Rose , Rosewood , Sandalwood , Vetivert , Ylang Ylang .

RECIPE 1: 2 drops Rose Essential Oil 4 drops Rosewood Essential Oil 4 drops Sandalwood Essential Oil 30ml Sweet Almond Carrier Oil Put all the ingredients into a bottle and shake well. Use the oil blend as a cleanser and moisturizer. Do not use soap and water to cleanse your skin as this causes it to dry out even more

RECIPE 2: 3 drops Chamomile Roman Essential Oil 2 drops Palmarosa Essential Oil 3 drops Rose Essential Oil 2 drops Rosewood Essential Oil 30ml Evening Primrose Carrier Oil Put all the ingredients into a bottle and shake well. Use the oil blend as a cleanser and moisturizer. Do not use soap and water to cleanse your skin as this causes it to dry out even more.

RECIPE 3: 3 drops Chamomile German Essential Oil 4 drops Frankincense Essential Oil 3 drops Neroli Essential Oil 30ml Jojoba Carrier Oil Put all the ingredients into a bottle and shake well. Use the oil blend as a cleanser and moisturizer. Do not use soap and water to cleanse your skin as this causes it to dry out even more.

RECIPE 4: 1 drop Chamomile Roman Essential Oil 1 drop Geranium Essential Oil 1 drop Neroli Essential Oil 1 pint water Dip a flannel into the solution and place on your face until the compress cools.

RECIPE 5: 1 drop Jasmine Essential Oil 1 drop Lavender Essential Oil 1 drop Neroli Essential Oil 1 pint water Dip a flannel into the solution and place on your face until the compress cools.

RECIPE 6: 3 drops Chamomile Roman Essential Oil 4 drops Frankincense Essential Oil Cream such as cocoa butter or any rich cream Mix together and moisturize into the skin as a night cream.

Sandalwood Essential Oil- Amyris Balsamifera (10ml)

Sandalwood is one of the best essential oils to use in the treatment of chronic bronchitis. It is a good oil to use for oily skins and acne and is often liked by teenage boys as it has a masculine scent as well as helping to sooth itches and rashes.

£5.60

Sweet Almond Aromatherapy Carrier Oil 50ml

Sweet Almond is one of the most popular and versatile of all the carrier oils

£4.00

Jojoba Carrier Aromatherapy Oil 50ml

Golden colour and the oil which is most rapidly absorbed into the skin and is not sticky. Good for hair care and all skin types and can be used on its own.

£6.00

Evening Primrose Aromatherapy Carrier Oil 50ml

Suitable for diluting essential oils. Evening Primrose also has many of its own properties and is an excellent carrier for essential oils to treat chest problems.

£6.00

Chamomile German 10% Dilute Essential Oil - Matricaria Recutica

Fantastic oil for so many purposes including skin care, inflammed tendons and swollen joints, digestive prolems especially where related to stress.

£4.25

Chamomile Roman 10% Dilute Essential Oil - Chamaemelum Nobile

A wonderful oil which has so many valuable properties Chamomile would be a great one to always keep in and can be used in skin care, musuclar aches and pains and digestive problems.

£5.00

Chamomile Roman Pure Essential Oil - Chamaemelum Nobile (10ml)

Chamomile is a great oil to use for nervous disorders. It is soothing and calming and can help where a person is irritable or nervous. It can also help with insomnia.

£14.50

Frankincense Pure Essential Oil - Boswellia Carteri (10ml)

This is a non-diluted version of the oil. Frankincense is wonderful for mature skin complexions to help with scars, wrinkles and wounds. It can help with coughs and bronchitis and is a generally calming oil for people suffering from stress.

£9.50

Geranium Essential Oil - Pelargonium Graveolens (10ml)

Geranium is lovely floral oil which can help with a wide variety of skin conditions, poor circulation, cellulite and many menopausal problems as well as fluid retention and hormonal in-balance.

£8.50

Lavender Essential Oil - Lavandula Abrialis (10ml)

Lavender has been used continuously for thousands of years and its popularity has only ever increased. If you could have no other essential oil in your house, then Lavender would be the prime choice: It has a wide range of uses and is a natural antibiotic, anti-depressant, sedative and de-toxifier.

£3.30

Jasmine 5% Dilute Essential Oil (10ml)

Jasmine is a lovely oil with so many wonderful uses. In the sexual area it can be very valuable as an aphrodisiac but also to relax and ease tensions in this area. It can help during periods and childbirth as well as having many other uses.

£6.00

Neroli 5% Dilute Essential Oil - Citrus Aurantium (10ml)

Neroli is antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic and aphrodisiac as well as being a gentle sedative and is valuable for helping with problems of an emotional nature. It is reputed to be an aphrodisiac and helps with skin care. It can help with stomach spasms and diarrhoea.

£5.90

Palmarosa Essential Oil - Cymbopogon Martini (10ml)

Palmarosa is great in skin care and has antispetic qualities which make it valuable for acne and infection, scars and sores. Palmarosa oil is very active against bacteria responsible for intestinal infections such as Gastroenteritis.

£4.00

Rose Damascena 5% Dilute Essential Oil (10ml)

Rose is often referred to as the Queen of all essential oils not least because of its price. It can help with lack of confidence, depression or grief as it has uplifting qualities and is said to produce feelings of well-being and even happiness. It has strong connections with our sexuality and can aid menstual problems.

£8.70

Rose Otto (Centifolia) 5% Dilute Essential Oil (10ml)

Rose Otto is a wonderful oil which can help with skin care especially where the skin is more mature and is soothing for conditions such as asthma and hayfever.

£7.75

Rosewood Essential Oil - Aniba Roseasdora (10ml)

Rosewood has an uplifting effect and can help to calm the nerves at times of excessive strain as well as being recommended for people suffering from M.E. glandular fever or other related conditions. Useful for sensitive or mature skin conditions. Rosewood is a special oil which seems to affect the very core of our being and has aphrodisiac qualities.

£5.00

Vetivert Essential Oil - Vetiveria Zizaniodes (10ml)

Vetivert is especially good for oily skins and acne and is very suitable for men as it has a stronger aroma which is not flowery. Vetivert is deeply relaxing and wonderful for anyone going through a traumatic period in their lives.

£7.00

Ylang Ylang Essential Oil - Cananga Adorata (10ml)

Ylang Ylang has a calming and relaxing effect which can be used to break the circle of sexual inadequacy and is closely assoicated with this area. Useful for oily and dry skins and a tonic for the hair. It is good for over rapid heartbeat or breathing and can help with shock.

£5.60