According to ancient legends, lavender has the magical ability to preserve female beauty. Ether from the flowers and leaves of this plant is obtained by distillation of the raw material. As a result of this processing, a phytoessence is obtained that helps maintain natural beauty. Cosmetologists recommend using lavender oil for wrinkles.
Important! Ether is a potent agent, so it is important not to violate the rules for its use.
Description
Oil extract from lavender flowers is a light yellow substance with a pleasant aroma. It is sold like any other essential oil, packaged in dark glass bottles up to 10 ml. For ease of dosing, the bottles are equipped with droppers.
The extract contains more than 250 different organic compounds, including:
- organic acids effectively relieve irritation, give a fresher complexion, smooth out surface wrinkles;
- tannins provide relief from local inflammatory processes and destroy pathogenic microflora;
- resins promote faster healing of damage, discolor dark spots remaining after healing of deep acne;
- fatty alcohols help normalize sebum production, so lavender oil can be used for both oily and dry epidermis;
- the geraniol contained in the product stimulates blood circulation, which significantly improves tissue nutrition;
- Coumarin and Bornean camphor activate the production of natural collagen, which improves the elasticity of the skin.
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Useful material
Lavender essential oil is a universal remedy that is used in many fields: medicine, cosmetology, perfumery, and even the food industry. It has a pleasant floral smell, but since it is an ether, that is, a concentrate, the smell is too rich. Therefore, you only need to use 1-3 drops at a time.
This product contains many useful substances:
- Tannins. Thanks to them, the skin is healed;
- The resins that the flower contains heal wounds and inflammation;
- The acids in this oil promote skin rejuvenation (acetic, nylon, valerian) and have a regenerating effect;
- And linalool is useful for oily skin, as it dries it out, and, accordingly, dries out acne and gets rid of them.
Indications
To whom do cosmetologists recommend lavender oil for the face? This extract will be useful:
- for problem skin, the ether will help relieve inflammation and prevent the appearance of new pimples, as it actively destroys pathogens;
- for sensitive skin prone to redness and irritation. With regular use of ether, sensitive skin will react less to external irritants;
- for aging skin, the use of ether will refresh the complexion and eliminate fine wrinkles;
- if peeling occurs, the ether will help restore smoothness to the skin;
- for rosacea, lavender ether will make spider veins less noticeable.
Thus, this ester can be classified as a universal cosmetic product. It can be used by both young girls and older ladies. The type of epidermis does not matter. Oily skin under the influence of this product will become more matte, the sebaceous shine will disappear, and the pores will narrow. Dry epidermis will become softer and more hydrated. Lavender flower ether is ideal for combination epidermis, since it will have different effects on different parts of the face.
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Properties of lavender oil
In order to understand how beneficial lavender is for problem skin, you should determine its properties:
- Regenerating. The plant affects the epithelium, stimulating blood circulation and microcirculation. Because of this, damaged cells are restored. This property helps get rid of stagnant post-acne, scars and acne marks, as normal blood circulation is restored in the areas of these spots. Cell regeneration also implies a rejuvenating effect.
- Bactericidal and antifungal. These properties are important in the treatment of acne. Essential oil destroys bacteria that cause inflammation. It also dries out the skin.
- Anti-inflammatory. This property is useful in the fight against acne. A pimple appears at the site of an inflamed pore, and relieving this inflammation is a key task. This remedy also promotes the healing of wounds, abrasions, cracks, etc.
- Calming. This helps remove irritation, redness, peeling and itching.
- Protective. Thanks to the beneficial substances, the plant saturates the skin and thereby protects the facial skin from external factors (temperature effects, ultraviolet rays, etc.);
- Cleansing. When using this oil, the epidermis is cleansed of toxins and waste that cause acne.
Lavender has a therapeutic effect on skin diseases of an inflammatory and purulent nature: dermatitis, furunculosis, eczema, herpes, etc.
Acne often appears in people with oily skin. In this case, lavender will help remove oily shine, as it helps reduce sebum secretion, cleanses and tightens pores.
For dry skin, lavender is also used, as it moisturizes and nourishes the epidermis. Irritation, peeling and red pimples characteristic of this type will disappear. And the skin will become matte, its color will improve.
Precautionary measures
Like other esters, lavender flower oil is a highly concentrated product that contains terpenes and bitterness. Therefore, esters should be used with extreme caution. You should avoid using ether in the following cases:
- If you have intolerance. If you are allergic to pollen of flowering plants and strong aromas, then use this product is prohibited. But even if allergic reactions have not been observed before, before adding ether to cosmetic formulations, it is necessary to do a skin sensitivity test.
- For hypotension. This ester has the ability to lower blood pressure, so it is contraindicated for hypotensive patients.
- For iron deficiency anemia . If tests show hemoglobin deficiency, then you should not use lavender oil, since the substances in its composition have the ability to bind iron.
- Neurological diseases and, in particular, epilepsy. This substance affects the nervous system, so if you have diseases, it is better not to take risks.
- During pregnancy. Pregnant women react more acutely to odors, so the use of essential oils should be avoided during pregnancy.
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Rules
When planning to use lavender oil against wrinkles, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for its use in advance.
- You should not wipe your face with lavender ether; such treatment can lead to burns. You can only lubricate the skin with undiluted ether, applying a small amount of the product with a cotton swab to the pimple.
- To apply to the entire surface of the face, it is necessary to prepare mixtures. You can use cosmetic cream or vegetable oil as a base. It is recommended to use 5 drops of lavender ether per tablespoon of base.
- In addition, the product can be added to homemade cosmetic masks.
- When applying the compounds, care must be taken not to get them into the eyes, as this can cause severe irritation of the conjunctiva.
- It is recommended to use lavender oil in the evenings, as this product increases the skin's sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation.
- The holding time of the mask depends on the recipe, but it should not exceed half an hour.
- It is recommended to carry out the procedures in courses. After making 12-15 masks, you will need to take a break for three to four weeks. There is no need to make masks every day; it is enough to carry out the procedures twice a week.
Application
As already mentioned, lavender essential oil should not be applied undiluted to the skin. But mixed with any vegetable oil, it can be applied to the skin as an evening cream.
Other homemade cream options
The simplest option is prepared using factory-made cream. Place a little cream (single portion) in your palm or a small jar and add a drop of lavender ether. Mix well and apply as usual. You can use any cream, the main thing is that it suits you personally.
Evening cream made from almond or grape seed oil is suitable for epidermis prone to oiliness. 30 ml of the base product should be slightly warmed and combined with an emulsifier (2 grams). You can take cosmetic wax or cetyl alcohol (the emulsifier can be bought in departments selling soap-making products or ordered from an online store). Continuing to heat the mixture, stir until the mixture thickens. If the cream turns out to be too thick, then while it is still warm, it can be diluted with a small amount of thermal water. Cool the mixture and add 3 drops of lavender essential oil and 2 drops of neroli essential oil. Apply in the evening and store in the refrigerator.
If the skin needs moisturizing , it is recommended to prepare a cream with the addition of glycerin. It is necessary to mix glycerin with lanolin (after melting the lanolin), taking 20 grams of each product. Then add unrefined oils to the mass - avocado (50 ml) and almond (25 ml). Stir and cool, add 10 drops of lavender ether into the cooled mass.
For thin, dry epidermis , a cream made from coconut oil is suitable. You need to melt 30 grams of tropical nut mass and mix it with 10 ml of almond oil. Add 5 drops of lavender oil to the cooled mixture.
Scrubs
The use of scrubs helps remove the top layer of dead cells. This procedure promotes regeneration processes, so the skin looks fresher and younger after it. The prepared composition is applied to the skin with massage circular movements. After three to four minutes of massage, you need to leave the mass on your face for another five to ten minutes, and then rinse thoroughly. It is recommended to use scrubs weekly.
Cooking recipes:
- Oatmeal . This option is suitable for sensitive epidermis. Grind two tablespoons of dry oatmeal in a coffee grinder. The finer the flakes are crushed, the more delicate the product will be. Pour a small amount of warm milk over the crushed flakes and let the mixture sit for a few minutes. Then add five drops of lavender oil to the mixture.
- Rice. This composition is well suited for combination skin, it evens out the skin texture and smoothes out wrinkles. It is recommended to use brown rice and grind it until it becomes a powder. Dilute the resulting rice flour with warm chamomile decoction, add three drops of orange and lavender esters to the composition.
- With aspirin. This composition is recommended for problem skin. You will need 30 grams of honey, which needs to be warmed up a little. Grind two aspirin tablets separately and mix the resulting powder with honey. Then add five drops of lavender oil to the mixture.
- Coffee . The basis for this composition will be the coffee grounds left after making coffee. Add three drops of lavender oil to the semi-liquid cooled pulp and stir. This composition is not recommended to be left on the skin for longer than five minutes.
- Soda. This scrub option is recommended for loose, porous skin. You need to mix a teaspoon of baking soda and finely ground salt (if you take coarsely ground salt, the skin can be injured). It is better to use sea salt, but you can also use regular salt. Combine the resulting mixture with shaving foam, add four drops of lavender oil. The mixture should not be kept on the skin for more than three minutes. Do not apply this scrub to your skin if it has open wounds.
- Almond-linseed. To prepare the base, you need to grind a spoonful of flax seeds and three almonds in a coffee grinder. Add liquid honey to the resulting powder until a thick, viscous mass is obtained. Add five drops of lavender essential oil.
- Sugar. Mix 50 grams of sour cream or natural yogurt with 30 grams of brown sugar and five drops of lavender ether.
Peelings
Homemade peelings containing fruit acids allow you to delicately remove the top layer of epidermal cells. The procedure will refresh the skin and stimulate regeneration processes. It is not recommended to do peelings if your skin is sensitive and prone to irritation.
- Citric. Mix 20 ml of fresh lemon juice and thermal water, add three drops of lavender ether. Soak a cotton swab in the liquid and apply to your face. After the leather is dry, apply another layer. After a quarter of an hour, wash off.
- Pineapple. Grind fresh pineapple and squeeze out the juice. Add two drops of lavender oil to 20 ml of juice. Apply as described above.
For eyelid skin
To smooth out wrinkles in the area of the face near the face, it is recommended to apply oil applications. Cut out pads from cotton pads or gauze pads of such a size that they completely cover the problem areas. In addition, you need to prepare the same pieces of parchment. Soak cotton wool or gauze in the oil mixture and apply to the skin. Cover the top with parchment. After half an hour, remove the compress and blot the skin with dry cotton swabs or paper napkins.
Composition recipes:
- mix wheat sprout oil (10 ml) with esters, taking one drop each of lavender, frankincense and myrrh oils;
- mix 10 ml of jojoba oil with neroli, lavender, nutmeg esters (one drop of each);
- mix olive oil (10 ml) with three drops of lavender oil;
- Mix 10 ml of rosehip oil with esters of lavender, carrot seeds and rose (one drop each)
Mask options
Cosmetologists recommend including lavender oil in anti-aging homemade masks.
Here are a few proven recipes.
- Honey. This composition allows you to tighten the skin well. Beat the egg white, mix it with 5 grams of liquid honey and a large spoon of thick natural yogurt, add three drops of lavender oil. Apply with a brush in two or three layers, allowing the previous layer to dry. Wash off a quarter of an hour after applying the top layer.
- Apple. It is recommended to use this composition if the skin is loose and dehydrated. Bake an apple, previously peeled. Beat the apple in a blender with the addition of a spoonful of liquid honey. Add three drops of lavender oil to the mixture and grind. Apply for twenty minutes.
- Chocolate. To prepare this moisturizing composition, you need to take two tablespoons of cocoa powder. It needs to be diluted with a small amount of water until a thick paste is obtained. Add 10 grams of liquid honey, 5 ml of olive oil and three drops of lavender ether to it.
- With clay. Clay masks perfectly cleanse and rejuvenate. Take 20 grams of blue cosmetic clay and dilute it with mineral or thermal water until a thick mass is obtained. Add a teaspoon of almond oil and three drops of lavender essential oil.
- Yolk. Grind the yolk of a fresh egg (homemade if possible, so that the yolk is orange) with a spoon of sesame or linseed oil. Add three drops of lavender essential oil. Apply the composition with a brush or swab, rinse after twenty-five minutes.
- With avocado. To prepare this moisturizing composition, you will need a ripe avocado (half of the fruit). It needs to be peeled, pitted and mashed with a fork or blended in a blender. The resulting mass is combined with 5 ml of corn or olive oil and five drops of lavender ether. Apply the composition to the face, not excluding the area under the eyes, for a quarter of an hour.
- Banana. Grind half a ripe banana with half a teaspoon of honey and one yolk until smooth. Add five drops of lavender oil. Apply for half an hour. This composition refreshes well and evens out the complexion.
Homemade mask recipes
You can purchase lavender essential oil for the face at a pharmacy or specialty store. The price of the product varies from 100 to 1500 rubles.
Anti-acne masks
With salicylic acid
For a home remedy you will need 4 drops of lavender extract, 2 drops of salicylic acid, half a tablespoon of bean flour. Grind the lentils in a blender until they become flour, add lavender oil and salicylic acid. The face is steamed over a chamomile decoction and the resulting mixture is applied. Keep the mask on for 10 minutes, then wash off with warm water or chamomile decoction.
With yolk
To prepare, beat the yolk, drop tea tree oil and lavender oil into it - two drops each. The mixture is mixed and spread on the skin of the face. After 10 minutes, wash off the product with a cotton pad moistened with warm water or decoction.
Express method
For quick results, mix 2 drops of tea tree oil and 2 drops of lavender essence. Use a cosmetic cotton swab to apply the product to acne. After just a couple of uses, acne becomes less noticeable.
Anti-wrinkle
Oil mixture
For a rejuvenating effect, a mixture of oils is applied to the facial skin - lavender, sea buckthorn, rosehip, peach, coconut. For a mask, one drop of each oil is enough. Keep the mixture on your face for 40 minutes. It is advisable to spend this period alone, without talking. The remaining mixture is removed with a cotton pad.
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