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Aromatherapy and Skin Care
 BeautyBeauty is the reflection of one's personality. It is the art of making the most of oneself. One's skin and hair reflect the way one is- either glowing and vital reflecting that the person is physically fit and fairly at peace with the world, or dull or gray, a sign of illness suffering, stress and worry. A healthy, balanced diet, exercise, exercise and sufficient sleep also play an important role in enhancing the beauty of an individual. To look beautiful, one has to feel beautiful from within. Aromatherapy can help in reducing the problems related to stress, worry and fatigue to a large extent. It can also help in taking care of the skin and in a positive way can improve the beauty routine. Mixing aromatherapy oils into face creams and lotions can prove very beneficial and can do wonders for the skin. 
Find Out Your Skin TypeOily Skin Oily skin, if properly looked after, can be an advantage. It stays elastic and firm for longer and is less prone to wrinkles and fine lines than other skin types. However, it needs special attention to keep it free from spots and blackheads, and can sometimes look rather dull and yellow. Dry skin Dry skin is clear of spots and fairly problem free in younger years. It ages more quickly as it is not naturally lubricated. Hence, extra care must be taken to keep the skin lubricated. Regular use of moisturizers can be beneficial. Hyper sensitive skin This skin type is often found in blondes and redheads. Extra care must be taken when choosing skin care products so they protect and soothe, rather than irritate this skin type. Combination skin Combination skin is the most common of all skin types. It is important to treat the dry and oily areas differently, as a product for oily skin could be damaging for the dry skin and vice versa. Normal Skin This skin type is very rare. Mostly babies, children and few fortunate adults are blessed with such a skin. Looking after such a skin type is as important as taking care of the other skin types. The following test will be helpful in determination of the skin type 1. On waking up in the morning (presuming that you cleaned your face the night before and did not use a greasy night cream), take a paper tissue and separate its layers so that you have only one ply. 2. Press this on your face, touching all the contours. 3. Hold it up to the light. Results
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Care of your skin Cleanse, Balance and Moisturize It is very important to follow an effective routine to keep your skin looking healthy and pink. Cleansing An effective cleansing routine balances the skin, helping it to function properly. All skin types need to be cleansed twice a day. It is very important to cleanse the skin in the morning. The skin throws out toxic waste products at night while you sleep. That is why it is advisable not to put a moisturizer straight on to the skin as it prevents this shedding process from being effective. Oily skin cleansing Morning Either use a cleansing milk or a balanced cleansing bar, if you prefer to wash your face. Evening First, use a cleansing milk to remove all traces of make-up. Then, wash your face with a balanced cleansing bar. Note: Just washing the face is not an effective way of removing make-up. Combination skin cleansing Morning Either use a cleansing milk or a balanced cleansing bar, if you prefer to wash your face, but pay particular attention to nose, chin and forehead areas. Evening Use a cleansing milk to remove all traces of make-up. Then, wash your face with a balanced cleansing bar. But be gentle on your cheeks and if they are dry repeat the cleansing process with a milk cleanser rather than by washing your face. Dry Skin Cleansing Morning Use a cleansing cream. Thoroughly massage it into the face with fingers and then remove. Evening Use cleansing milk to remove make-up. Cleanse again using cleansing cream. Hyper-sensitive skin cleansing Morning Use a cleansing milk or cream specially made for very sensitive skin. Avoid skin washes. Evening Remove make-up with a cleansing milk. Repeat the cleansing using a cream. Be gentle when removing cleanser. Normal Skin Cleansing Morning Use either a cleansing milk or a balanced cleansing bar. Evening Remove make-up with cleansing milk, then repeat with milk or cleansing bar. Note: Always remove cleansing cream or milk with dampened cotton wool. This glides easily over the skin without dragging and is much kinder than tissues. If using a flannel to remove traces of the cleansing bar, make sure it is scrupulously clean. Flannels and sponges are perfect hosts for harmful bacteria.
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CleansersAny of the following aromatherapy oils can be added to the regular lotions, cleansing creams or milk. These oils can either be used individually or in combination for each skin type. The ratio is two drops of oil to every 4fl oz (100 ml) of cleanser. Balancing Skin tonics, or fresheners, have two effects on the skin after cleansing. 1. They remove the last trace of cleansing milk or cream. 2. They help to restore the skin's natural protective mantle. However those with oily skin should not use skin tonic containing alcohol (often called an astringent) as it strips away the skin's natural protective barrier, and with prolonged use can sensitize the skin or cause irritation. The ratio is two drops of aromatherapy oil to 4 fl oz (100 ml) of toner, either used singly or in combination. Oily skin: Add lemon, lavender, bergamot, juniper or ylang ylang to witch hazel. Acne: Add lemon grass, lavender, juniper or camomile to distilled or mineral water. Dry skin: Add rose, ylang ylang, geranium, or camomile to rosewater. Hyper-sensitive skin: Add camomile, neroli, jasmine, or rose to orange flower water. Normal skin: Add lavender, rose or neroli, to rosewater or orange flower water. Note: Fresheners, toners or cleansers should be applied with damp cotton wool. The face and neck should be gently wiped with the damped cotton wool giving special attention to the creases around the chin. This process should be repeated if necessary.
MoisturizingA moisturizer protects the skin from moisture loss, helping to keep it soft, smooth and supple. It also protects the skin from the penetration of grime, chemicals and bacteria. Each skin type needs to be moisturized, but care should be taken while choosing the correct moisturizer that would suit the particular skin type. The moisturizer should be applied to the skin while it is still slightly damp from balancing. This enhances the moisturizing effect. The moisturizer should be gently spread first on the neck, then to the face. The skin should not be dragged particularly around the delicate eye area. A moisturizer with a vegetable oil base should be used on the skin. Mineral oil is not compatible with the skin, therefore The baby lotions and petroleum jelly products should be avoided. Try any of the following combinations that will turn a normal day or night cream into beneficial aromatherapy treatment. The ratio is two drops of aromatherapy oil to 4fl oz (100 ml) of cream, either used singly or in combination. Oily skin Day cream: Lavender, basil, camomile, lemon Night cream: Lavender, neroli, camomile Acne Day cream: Lemongrass, bergamot, lavender Dry skin Day cream: Rose, geranium, neroli Night cream: Frankincense (known for its rejuvenating effect), jasmine, rose, ylang ylang. Hyper-sensitive skin Day cream: Camomile, lavender Night cream: Neroli, jasmine, rose, camomile Broken capillaries Day cream: Peppermint, lavender, lemon Night cream: Neroli, rose, camomile Normal skin Day cream: Lavender, rose Night cream: Lavender, rose, neroli
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