The best oil for the eye area must be lightweight and easily absorbed. Unlike the rest of the face, the skin around the eyes is thinner and has tiny pores. We want to use an oil on the eye area that is gentle and won’t irritate the delicate tissues found here. Using a carrier oil around the […]
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The Wonderful Skin Benefits of Watermelon Seed Oil
We know that watermelon is a delicious and fresh fruit to enjoy during the summer months, but did you know that the oil from its seeds contains some seriously impressive skincare benefits? Once the seeds have been removed from the fruit, they are pressed and the oil which is extracted can be used for all […]
Top 10 Best Natural Face Oils for Acne : Get Clear Skin
Acne is a real pain, I know because I have dealt with it for over 20 years (read about my journey with acne). Like you, I am on the hunt for something natural that will help my skin look its best.Oils can be a great natural product to incorporate into your skin care routine. Various […]
Omega 3, 6, 9 : Benefits For the Skin + A Complete List of Oils and Their Omega Contents
All fatty acids are made up of chains of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms. What makes fatty acids differ is their molecular configuration. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are also known as omegas. There are three types of omega fatty acids: omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9. These fatty acids are important in skin care because […]
Discover Tamanu Oil for Acne Scars
When we are looking to deal with acne scars, we may not even consider using an oil, until we learn how nourishing oils can be to our skin. Our skin naturally produces oil as a protector and moisturizer, so it makes sense that oils could have a positive effect. Oils can balance and calm the […]
Benefits of Castor Oil for the Skin
Castor oil is one of the most useful oils, with wonderful benefits to the skin. It is made of essential fatty acids that can deeply penetrate the skin, improving such skin conditions such as acne and wrinkles. It even has the ability to pierce scar tissue and pump it out. Ricinoleic Acid (Fatty Acid) Castor […]