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The Benefits of Essential Oils & Vegetable Oils in Skin Care

Essential oils are ideally suited to skin care because they are readily absorbed through the skin and they- - have highly antiseptic properties (by helping the skin's protective functions). - help speed up the removal of old skin cells and stimulate the growth of new cells (which promotes rapid healing). - improve muscle tone and blood circulation (by increasing the micro-circulation in the skin) - help eliminate waste (by stimulating the lymphatic system or acting as diuretics). - reduce inflammation (certain oils such as German Chamomile are renown for their anti-inflammatory properties). - regulate sebum production (both under & over production). - reduce the impact of emotional stress (by having a soothing and calming effect). Vegetable oils are incorporated into natural skin care products because of their - emollient properties. - ability to protect the skin. - ability to prevent moisture evaporating from the skin. - ability to supply the skin with essential fatty acids and vitamins which have specific healing properties. It is important to use cold-pressed vegetable oils because they have all the essential nutrients which are important for the health and vitality of the skin.