NATURAL PLANT OILS
for naturally
beautiful hair and skin!
Natural plant oils are used in all the finest, top shelf lotions, massage oils, cosmetics, bath oils, etc. Unfortunatly, most of these high priced oils are also combined with many unnatural substances like fragrances, preservatives and other chemicals.
Below is a list of many natural oils that you can purchase and use for skin moisturizers, massage oils, hair treatments, carrier oils and even oil remedies for skin ailments. As carrier oils they are suberb for mixing with your essential oils, making soaps or any other skin care product. You may even have a few in your pantry right now!
Most are available in the health food section of your grocery store or your local food co-op. Just remember to buy only UNREFINED, COLD PRESSED AND/OR ORGANIC OILS! This will insure that they have all the nutrients and benefits that they started with. Keep in mind that most natural plant oils have a limited shelf life so store them in a cool, dark place and throw them away if they obtain a rancid smell.
ALMOND OIL Sweet almond oil is non-greasy and great for all skin types.
Benefits of Sweet Almond Oil
- Excellent emollient
- Alleviates dry skin
- Soothes inflammation
- Relieves itching caused by eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis
- Soothes sunburn
AVOCADO OIL Avocado oil is rich in vitamins and fatty acids.
Benefits of Avocado Oil
- Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions
- Keeps skin moist and smooth
- Contains high concentrations of Vitamins A, D and E
- Soothes sensitive skin, especially scaly skin and scalps
- Anti-bacterial
VIRGIN COCONUT OIL Great moisturizer for irritated skin!
Benefits of Coconut Oil
- Moisturizes dry hair
- Improve tanning (doesn't contain sunscreen)
- Smoothes skin
- Longer shelf life
GRAPESEED OIL Great for people with skin sensitivities!
Benefits of Grapeseed Oil
- Slightly astringent
- Strengthens tissue cells
- Preserves natural moisture
- Non-greasy feeling
- Absorbs quickly
JOJOBA OIL Good for hair and oily skin!
Benefits of Jojoba Oil
- Reduces wrinkles and stretch marks
- Helps lighten and heal scars
- Creates a protective film over skin and hair shaft that seals in moisture
- Dissolves clogged pores and returns skin to natural pH balance
- Penetrates pores and hair follicles rapidly to reduce water loss
- Feels non-greasy
- Great lubricant
OLIVE OIL Buy extra virgin organic olive oil! Heavier oil but good for hair and skin also.
Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Moisturizes dry skin and relieves itching
- Helps the synthesis of substances like collagen and elastin
SESAME OIL Great for normal to dry skin types.
Benefits of Sesame Oil
- Good for psoriasis, eczema and arthritis
- Blocks 30 percent of the sun’s UV rays
- Antioxidant
SUNFLOWER OIL Deeply conditioning for weathered, aged or damaged skin.
WHEAT GERM OIL Great for extremely dry skin, chaffing and wrinkles.
Benefits of Wheat Germ Oil
- Treats dry and aging skin
- Regenerates cells
- Aids muscle and lymph function
- Relieves dermatitis symptoms
- Prevents and reduces scarring
- Regenerating agent
RAW ORGANIC ARGAN OIL
Organic argan oil (also called argon or argane) comes from nuts trees that grow in Morocco. It is quickly gaining fame as both a culinary oil and a beauty oil.
BENEFITS OF ORGANIC ARGON OIL
Argan oil produced for cosmetic use is very rich in Vitamin E and essential fatty acids including linoleic acid, and Omega 6. Organic argan oil is said to help conditions such as dry skin, acne, psoriasis, eczema, and wrinkles.
Use argan oil on skin, hair, and nails. It also makes a very sensual massage oil.
Don't forget to purchase organic plant oils whenever possible!
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