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Top 5 Carrier Oils for Wrinkles, Aging and Dull Skin!

Many of us are aware that carrier oils are used in skin care preparations to improve conditions of the skin, hair and nails.  However, many of these fix oils offer us much more than as a carrier base for essential oils.  Here are our top 5 carrier oils for wrinkles, aging and dull skin.

Evening Primrose Seed Oil

One of the best carrier oils for wrinkles. Try it also on your nails, too. Evening Primrose Oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and a blood vessel dilator. The main characteristics of Evening Primrose Oil increases skin resistance to ultraviolet rays and aids in blood circulation. Not only it is one of the best carrier oils for wrinkles, it helps to prevent aging of the skin!

* Base oil: Use a 10% dilution.
* Store in cool, dark location {away from sun}.
* For recipes and tips, read more.

Rosehip Seed Oil

How do I love thee? Let me count the way.

A wonderful oil for the treatment in reducing wrinkles! Rosehip oil is rich in EFA's, vitamins C and E. Use just a small percentage (low ratio) to treat many skin conditions, most notably dehydrated skin that has prematurely aged.  It is also reputed to help in preventing and reducing stretch marks and age spots because it is not just wrinkles that make us look weathered. 

* For recipes and how-to tips, visit here.
* Store in cool, dark location {away from sun}.

Carrot Seed Oil

This is actually an essential oil but it is often used in base oils. It is orange in colour.  Excellent for dry, dull and mature skin. Especially good when used as a skin rejuvenator.  The oil's high carotol content gives it regenerative properties, which helps with dull and aging skin.  It blends well with Rosehip Seed Oil.

* Base Oil: Use a 10% dilution
* Product clarification: Carrot seed essential oil is not the same as infused carrot oil,
   or carrot tissue oil, which comes from the edible carrot.

Avocado Oil

Moisturizes, reduces appearance of age spots, heals sun damage and scars. Additionally, avocado regenerates and rejuvenates the skin. Avocado increases collagen in the skin and therefore is an anti-aging ingredient in skin care. Avocado oil has superior moisturizing qualities.

* Base oil: Use as an addition to a base oil.  10% dilution

Borage Oil

Borage oil is a good skin rejuvenator and excellent for all skin types especially maturing skin and sun-damaged skin. This oil is high in GLA, an important fatty acid for maintaining healthy skin.

* Base Oil: Blend using 10% dilution with other carrier oils.
* Best to purchase in small amount as it goes rancid rather quickly.
* Store in cool, dark location {away from sun}

 

Application Use:
Remember to do a patch test on your skin first.  Do not apply directly on your skin without permission or discussion with your aromatherapist first.  If pregnant, use only under doctor's care. 

These are highly concentrated oils and may burn the skin.  For easiest use, blend your facial cream with a few drops of your favourite carrier oil, blend well and apply to your face, neck and hands.  Please read our disclosure policy. 

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Evening Primrose Oil; Eye Wrinkle Serum Recipe, Body Scrub and More

Evening Primrose Oil : Oenothera biennis

Evening Primrose Oil is considered a carrier oil in the world of aromatherapy.  It is a prized oil for its abundant food, health, cosmetic and medicinal benefits.  In particular, Evening Primrose Oil is rich in GLA and offers a natural anti-inflammatory property making it a good oil for acne and pimples. 

In a report by the Mayo Clinic, researchers gave evening primrose oil a "B" on a grading scale from A to F on the amount of evidence that supports claims it relieves itching, inflammation and flaking in patients with eczema. Its anti-inflammatory effect, evening primrose oil has been used to treat skin problems like eczema, acne and rosacea. [source: Mayo Clinic].

Because evening primrose oil goes rancid pretty quickly purchase only an amount you will use within 6 months to 1 year.

How to use Evening Primrose oil

You can apply Evening Primrose directly on your skin (remember to do the patch test first!) without dilution and when you do, you will notice that your skin will absorb the oil very quickly.  However, if you have thin skin, one where it clogs quickly (get white heads) you may want to add a few drops of Evening Primrose oil to your best quality face creme and then apply this blend to your face.  Same rule goes for direct application to your eyes.  The skin around the eyes are even more delicate, so please test first.

Recipes                                             

Homemade Eye Wrinkle Treatment/Formula
From Kitchen, Crafts and More

• 2 tbsp / 1 oz / 30 ml pure essential jojoba oil
• 1 capsule pure essential evening primrose oil
• 10 drops pure essential carrot seed oil

Pour jojoba oil into a small dark glass bottle. Pierce capsule of primrose oil and squeeze into the bottle. Add drops of carrot seed essential oil. Shake well. Place two drops under each eye and tap to spread. Don't get into eyes. It will keep for 6 months if stored in a dark, cool place. 



Vitamin E Eye Serum Recipe
From NB Community

• 2 tablespoons Hazelnut oil
• 6 drops Borage seed oil
• 9 drops Evening primrose oil
• 6 drops Lavender essential oil
• 6 drops Carrot essential oil
• 2 capsule vitamin E

Directions:
Mix these oils in a glass eye dropper jar. Shake well before each use. Take one drop and gently apply to eye area before bedtime


Evening Primrose Oil Acne Recipe
Simple and effective recipe

• 6 drops of Evening Primrose Oil
• 2/3 drops of tea tree oil

Shake to blend.  Put in a dark amber bottle, store in a cool place.  Shake before use.


Anti-Cellulite Body Scrub

• 1 teaspoon Evening Primrose Oil
• 1/2 cup brewed Coffee Ground
• 1 bag of Green Tea and Black tea
• 1 tablespoon of Glacial Exfoliant

Brew the Green Tea and Black Tea in 2 cups of water.  Boil until water is half.  Place all ingredients together with 1 tablespoon of the boiled tea water in a jar or bowl.  Scrub lightly and in circular motion.


Reduce Wrinkles Serum Oil

• 2 drops of Neroli Essential Oil (do not use neat)
• 1 drop of Evening Primrose Oil
• 1 drop of Lavender Essential Oil

Put in a dark amber bottle and shake to blend.  Apply on face and neck using lightly.  Makes a good evening facial serum.

Shopping for Evening Primrose Oil

Cold Processed, Handcrafted Soap with Evening Primrose Oil

You know how much I love handcrafted, all natural soaps.  I found this soap maker from Redmond, VA on Etsy called Rain Tree Botanicals, prices are great, all ingredients are clearly listed and they use quality and distinctive blends making these soaps a good purchase. 

Reduce wrinkles and rejuvenate your skin with our all natural anti-aging face cream rich in essential nutrients.  Shop at Natural Family Botanicals.

 



NOTE:
Remember, like all herbal remedies, evening primrose oil has not been approved by the FDA, which considers herbs dietary supplements rather than drugs.  Because evening primrose oil may cause uterine contractions, it is not recommended for pregnant women.  Always use organic oils and purchase from a reputable supplier of essential and carrier oils.  Please read our Disclosure Policy.