Currently testing : Passion indulge orange & grape seed oil

Heyyy guys :) Hope you all are doing great..

So on my testing table currently is face oils. Oils?? you must be thinking I keep saying I have oily skin and how can i slather more oil on my face, That will make it even more oily  right?? Nope my darlings thats not true.. We all need to moisturise and hydrate our skin and if chosen wisely oil can work wonders for all skin type. Its like iron cuts iron, oil eliminates oil.

Passion Indulge orange essential oil and grape seed carrier oil.

Ho do I use it? : I simply add 1 drop of orange essential oil to 4 drops of grape seed oil on my palm and gently massage it all over my face & neck except the eye area. After 10 mins I take off all the excess oil left on my face using a tissue by dabbing it against my skin.

So far my skin feel super soft and smooth and its giving me a nice subtle glow. After another 3 weeks I should be able to share my experience with this and to tell you if they work wonders for my skin or not :)

In my coming posts I will tell you about carrier oil and the benefits of grape seed oil.

Check out my post on Introduction to essential oils and All about sweet orange essential oil.

Do you use any oils in your beauty regime? Please let me know in the comments below.

Take care.

Lots of love,

Priyanka.

All about Sweet Orange Essential Oil

Heyy guys I am back from a super awesome vacation so I will be active and blog regularly :)

Orange Essential Oil is extracted from the fruit peel.  Its aroma is cheerful and helps to improve aroma of stale or smoky room. Also used in aromatherapy. Very energizing, uplifting and stress relieving oil.

When combined with a carrier oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, or avocado), orange essential oil can be applied directly to the skin. Doing this dilutes the orange oil and makes it safe for use.

How ever test before using directly on skin.

Check out my post on Introduction to essential oils to know more.

Orange oil is photo toxic,  hence I suggest you use it only in the night when your using it directly on to skin. And if adding in bath you should most definitely use a sunscreen.

Botanical name : Citrus sinensis

Common method of extraction : Cold Pressed/ Expressed

Color : Greenish Orange

Consistency:  Thin

Perfume note : Top

Strength of initial aroma : Medium – strong

Aromatic description: Citrusy, sweet.

USES :

1. Anti depressant: Uplifts the mood. Relieves stress and anxiety.
2. Beautiful skin : Cures cracked & dry skin, Delays aging, Helps in getting rid of acne. Provides radiance and a subtle glow to the skin.
3.  Anti inflammatory : Provides relief from both external & internal inflammation caused by infections. Can even treat swollen tissues by stimulating blood circulation.
4.  Anti microbial : Inhibits microbial growth. Can treat sore throat if used in gargle water and mouth  ulcers too when used in mouth wash.
5.  Anti-Cancer:  D-limonene is a super-nutrient that occurs in Orange Essential Oil. It has been    studied extensively for its ability to prevent cellular mutations and combat cancer tumor growth.
6.  Encourages Detoxification: Sweet Orange essential oil encourages detoxification by acting as a  diuretic. Increased urination assists in the elimination of toxins like uric acid, bile and excess salts and  helps relieve fluid retention. Detox and cleansing properties help breakdown and eliminate cellulite.
7.  Skin Treatment:Orange essential oil is shown to promote the production of collagen as well as increase the blood flow to the skin. It is helpful at soothing dry, irritated skin as well as acne-prone skin. It is excellent for rubbing on calluses on the feet.

Other uses : Cold, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flu, gums, mouth, slow digestion, stress.

This post is only limited to extent of my knowledge and research. Please do not consume internally unless and otherwise you are prescribed by a certified aromatherapy practitioner. DO NOT apply undiluted essential oil directly onto your skin, And stay away from it is you are pregnant or you are suffering from any other medical problem.

In my next post I will share my own experience about Sweet orange Essential Oil :)

Image source : Passion Indulge (Has essential and carrier oils for very nominal prices)

PR sample ( Sent by Passion indulge via www.naturalmantra.com)

Thanks for stopping by.

Lots of Love,

Priyanka.

Introduction to Essential oils

Essential oils or 'essences' as they are also known are highly concentrated and fragrant oils extracted from various parts of aromatic plants and trees such as flowers, leaves, wood, bark, roots, seeds or peel through the process of distillation.

An essential oil is a liquid that is generally distilled (usually by steam or water). Essential oils contrary to the word oil are not really oily/ greasy feeling.  Most oil are clear but some oil like lemon, orange, patchouli are amber or yellow in color.

Essential oils contain true essence of the plant it is derived from. They are highly concentrated and a little goes a long way. They can be used by diluting them with a carrier oil (sweet almond oil, apricot kernel oil, grape seed oil) and then applying this blend to the skin for absorption.

Essential oil Application :

Essential oils can be used in a very simple yet effective manner at home, both for their aroma ans cosmetic & medicinal qualities. They can be used to revive potpourris, added to bath or facial steaming, used in cosmetic creams and lotions or used as perfumes.

They can also be used as topical application to help relieve common health problems such as head ache, common cold, menstrual pains, aching muscles and joints.

Essential oil Dilution :

Age                              10 - 14 years                                                   14 year & above

Aroma mixture              3-4 drops in 20 ml of base oil                            4-7 drops in 20 ml of base oil
Bath                             4-5 drops in bath                                               5-7 drops in bath
Diffuser                        1 drop on 3-5 m square area                             1-2 drops on 3 m square area

Its best to use essential oil at night for 2 reasons :

1. Avoid sun damage if the oil you are using is photo toxic.

2. When you sleep products work more effectively on skin and you can derive its maximum advantage.

Caution:

1. Some essential oils are photo toxic hence never use it just before going out in the sun as it may burn the skin or cause irritation and tanning. Hence use a good sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and above PA+++ if you use the essential oils in the day time. 

2. Always Always Always test the  essential oil mixed with carrier oil of course on the inside of your hands to check whether or not you are allergic to it.

3. If you are pregnant or dealing with any medical problems or allergies do not use these oil unless otherwise you are prescribed by a certified practitioner.


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Do you use any essential oil? Let me know which one in the comments below.

Lots of love,
Priyanka.