Essential Oils for Winter Skincare

As winter approaches, your skin starts developing dry spots, and becomes tight and itchy. While you may be moisturizing your skin daily with creams and lotions, that may not be enough. That’s where body oils help. They are not only great for massages, but also soothe, tighten and reduce marks on your skin. These oils contain fatty acids that nourish your skin and form a protective barrier. Says beauty expert Nikos Narkissos, “Like facial creams, you must opt for a body oil that suits your skin. This will keep your body soft and glowing and will not lead to any rashes or irritation.”

Oils For Each Skin Type

Dry skinYou must choose oils that are thick or greasy. Adds Narkissos, “Those with thick moisturizing properties are ideal for dry skin. You can also take a tablespoon of oil and mix it with a lotion or cream and apply it after bath.” 

Oily skin
Light body oil is the perfect bet for you. Apply it before you take a shower, and keep it for at least half an hour so that it gets easily absorbed in your skin. 
Normal skin: You should choose an oil that penetrates deep into your skin and provides hydration. You can mix a lightweight oil and a nourishing one and apply it before or after you’ve taken a bath. 

Sensitive skin
Beauty expert Farheen Shaikh says, “Those with sensitive skin should ideally not use body oil. However, in case you want to, choose one that does not contain any fragrance. This will prevent you from developing rashes.”

Types of oils to choose from

Here are a variety of oils that you can choose from, according to your skin type. 

Dry skin

• Sesame oil: This greasy oil is traditionally used at various massage centers to relieve dry, cracked skin.
• Avocado oil: A thick oil, it helps rehydrate the skin. Avocado is full of nutrients, which repair damaged skin.
• Jojoba oil: It has properties similar to the body’s natural moisturizing system, thus helping the skin heal naturally.

Normal skin

• Sweet almond oil: It contains vitamin D and keeps your skin healthy. But if you have any nut allergies, don’t use it.
• Grapeseed oil: It is a good alternative to almond oil. It is non-greasy and contains Vitamin E, which keeps your skin healthy and provides nourishment.
• Soy oil: It hydrates your skin and also keeps it soft and glowing for a long time.

Oily skin

• Wheat Germ oil: Though heavy, it is usually mixed with lightweight oils. It contains vitamin E and is great for healing acne and blemishes.
• Apricot Kernel oil: It is extremely light and gets easily absorbed.
• Argan oil: Apply this oil on wet skin. It absorbs faster and keeps it fresh and healthy.

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