Essential Oils for Sensitive Skin

4:39 PM Posted by jo

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It is important that great care is taken when selecting the essential oils. Oils with anti-inflammatory properties like yarrow, lavender, neroli, German chamomile, and everlasting/helichrysum should be used for sensitive skin according to Battaglia. 

Evening primrose, jojoba, apricot kernel and infused calendula oils are base oils that traditionally been used for sensitive skin.

Make your own ointmentscreamsfacial gels, and toners using the essential oils and base oils mentioned above.


My post, Essential Oils for Skin Care - Sensitive Skin will give you more information about skin care for sensitive skin.



Thanks for reading!


Before you leave:



I recommend that you always perform a skin patch test when you try a new oil.



Check out my safety page to make sure you are aware of any contrindications before you use essential oils. Some oils are not suitable when suffering from certain conditions. AlsoRead this Before You Start Using Essential oils. Some oils should not be applied prior to sun exposure so make sure you check this list before spending time in the sun.

Not sure how to apply the oils? Visit these pages to learn how to apply the oils:
If you're new to essential oils you might want to check out my Getting Started Guide. 
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Johanna is an aromatherapist and she is passionate about educating people about health, essential oils, real food, natural remedies, and nutrition so they make healthier choices in their lives.


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