Health-Wellness
*By Dalonda Rockafellow *
Cold weather and dry indoor air can leave your skin feeling parched, cracked and uncomfortable. Your skin feels the subtle, yet real effects of the dry, cold weather of winter.
This dryness can feel tight, less nourished and vibrant. doTERRA essential oils are nature’s perfect solution!! They offer deep hydration and healing properties to keep your skin soft and glowing all winter long.
Cleansing your skin is a good first step. Tea Tree essential oil will help purify your skin and keep it fresh and clear. It helps remove impurities and excess oil without stripping your skin of natural moisture. Try this: add drops of Tea Tree to your favorite face cleanser and clean as usual.
Hydration is necessary as the weather gets colder. Your skin’s natural barrier can weaken leading to increased dryness and irritation. Lavender essential oil has soothing and calming properties to help relieve irritation and redness from winter dryness, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth. The delicate scent will soothe your senses as it nurtures your skin. Try this: add drops of Lavender oil to your favorite moisturizer day and night. It will help calm irritated skin and the aroma will soothe your senses.
For an extra boost of hydration, Rose essential oil is just what you need for nurturing dry and sensitive skin. Rose deeply nourishes and hydrates your skin while reducing fine lines and redness. It locks in moisture, giving your skin what it craves leaving you feeling soft and supple. Try this: using a roller ball, apply Rose essential oil to areas of concern on your face and skin where needed. Gently tap to distribute evenly and then apply your face cream.
Geranium essential oil is your go-to when you need balance in your skin routine and to boost hydration. It’s great for flaky or uneven skin and gives you an all-over glow. Try this: add drops of Geranium to your hand or body lotion to fight cold weather dryness.
For deep hydration and nourishment to your skin, I recommend a combination of Myrrh and Frankincense essential oils. Myrrh is deeply nurturing and hydrating and a superstar at tackling cracked heels, fine lines and overall skin dryness. It supports healing for a smooth, radiant look and feel. Frankincense supports healthy cell regeneration and is wonderful for dry, aging skin. Try this: add drops of each to your body, hand and foot lotions when deep nourishment is needed.
Specific areas of your skin may need extra attention such as dry patches, blemishes and other skin imperfections. When your skin is in need of targeted care, reach for the HD Clear roller bottle blend which is designed for supporting a clear complexion. This blend of Ho Wood, Tea Tree, Litsea, Eucalyptus and Geranium combined in a Black Cumin Seed oil base is designed for troubled skin. The ingredients work together to keep your skin looking its best.
Helichrysum essential oil is also great to add to your routine. It has topical restorative properties that can help improve your skin’s appearance and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and promote a youthful glow. Try this: for both the HD Clear and Helichrysum oils, using a roller bottle of one of the other, apply directly to the problem area morning and night. Cover with your favorite face lotion or cream.
Douglas Fir essential oil offers an invigorating and refreshing addition to a facial steam which can open up your pores and deeply cleanse your skin.The refreshing aroma will also provide a grounding effect that will leave you feeling balanced and revitalized. Try this: fill a bowl with hot water and add drops of Douglas Fir. Place a towel around your head and lean over the bowl keeping your eyes closed. Enjoy the feeling of relaxation as your pores open up naturally and let the cleansing begin. Use any of the above suggestions to finish off your facial routine.
Hydrating Winter Balm
- 2 Tablespoons Shea Butter
- 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil
- 5 drops Myrrh essential oil
- 4 drops Frankincense essential oil
- 3 drops Lavender essential oil
- 2 drops Rose essential oil
Instructions
- Melt the Shea Butter and Coconut Oil in a double boiler.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Stir in the essential oils and pour into a small jar.
- Let it solidify at room temperature.
- Apply the balm to dry areas, such as heals, elbows and hands for instant hydration and relief.
With these doTERRA essential oils, you can say goodbye to flaky, uncomfortable winter skin and hello to a hydrated, radiant glow. Your skin deserves the best of the season. Good luck in your journey and reach out if you have any questions or if I can help in any way!!
Dalonda Rockafellow has been using and educating about health and doTERRA essential oils for 10+ years. She maintains a website and has an active Facebook page; Lavender, Lemon & Learning that she uses to keep people up to date on the benefits of using CPTG (Certified Pure Tested Grade) essential oils for their health and well-being. You can contact her at dalonda@bigskyoils.com or mydoterra.com/dalondarockafellow.