Lavender essential oil is a universal product, the beneficial properties of which form the basis of modern cosmetics. For the first time it began to be used several centuries ago by noble and wealthy people of Greece, Persia, Ancient Rome and the countries of the Far East. Recipes for anti-aging creams and masks were used by the famous Egyptian beauties Nefertiti and Cleopatra in their daily care. Today, the secrets of youthful skin are available to absolutely every woman. To be convinced of their effectiveness, it is enough to try lavender oil for yourself at least once.
Useful properties of lavender oil for the face
A distinctive feature of lavender essential oil is its mild effect. It can be used for any type of skin without fear of an allergic reaction and other side effects. Home cosmetics using this product helps to fight wrinkles, acne and post acne, sagging, age spots and dermatological diseases.
Lavender receives unique characteristics after processing by water-steam distillation. Ready fragrant colorless liquid in high concentration contains tannins, resins, bitterness and rare plant components. The latter include:
- geraniol;
- valeric acid;
- lavandiol;
- acetic acid;
- herniarin;
- butyric acid;
- coumarin;
- caryophyllene;
- caproic acid, etc.
The most valuable essential oil contains lavender flowers growing in the highlands. The main areas of their cultivation are France, Italy and Bulgaria. For the manufacture of 1 kg of the finished product, manufacturers use about 100 kg of the plant.
Like all plant esters, flower oil has a number of useful properties. The most important for facial skin care:
- activation of blood circulation;
- acceleration of tissue regeneration processes;
- saturation of cells with valuable minerals and vitamins;
- additional hydration;
- solution of age and dermatological problems.
Only lavender has inherent actions: antiseptic, bactericidal and tonic. The tool helps to retain moisture in the cells, tightens pores, gives the skin smoothness and elasticity.
The use of lavender oil in cosmetology
The modern beauty industry has gone so far ahead that a positive result in skin care is achieved without the use of preservatives, silicones, parabens and other chemical components. With the right concentration and combination of natural ingredients, any problem can be easily solved. Lavender essential oil is ideal for all skin types. It is also used to prevent aging, fight teenage acne and inflammation.
Table: lavender essential oil for different skin types
| Skin type | How to use lavender oil | What can be combined with ether |
| Dry and dehydrated | The texture of cosmetics should be soft and as gentle as possible. Best for dryness:
The optimal amount of lavender oil is no more than 2-3 drops. |
To combat dryness, lavender essential oil should be combined with carrier oils. Best suited:
Also, natural care can be based on fermented milk products: kefir, yogurt, low-fat sour cream. |
| Normal | In order not to disrupt the water balance of a normal skin type, lavender oil should be applied to it as part of gels, non-alcoholic tonics and lotions, nourishing masks and scrubs.
As part of creams and lotions, 2-3 drops of ether will be enough. Means where the concentration of lavender oil is increased to 5 drops, it is allowed to use no more than 1 time per week. |
For normal skin, lavender essential should be used in combination with the following carrier oils:
The finished product will provide UV protection, hydration, nutrition and keep the sebaceous glands in balance. |
| Oily, breakout prone | In the care of oily and problematic skin, lavender oil can be used at all stages. Hypoallergenic natural ester will quickly dry up inflammation, remove traces of them and normalize ph-balance. You can safely add from 2 to 5 drops of oil to washing gels, tonics and lotions, peeling and scrub, matting creams, cleansing masks and even thermal water. Even point use of a natural product in its pure form is allowed. | There are many variations of lavender oil combinations for cleansing oily skin. From base oils, preference should be given to the lightest versions. Among them:
As a basis, you can take various types of clay, low-fat kefir, herbal decoctions, alcohol tinctures. |
| Combined | With the most difficult skin type to care for, lavender essential oil copes perfectly. Glossy areas of the product mattifies, dry - moisturizes and nourishes. At home, it is best to give preference to the following means:
In its pure form, lavender oil can only be used in areas of inflammation and infection. |
As a base for dissolving lavender ether, the same oils are suitable as for oily skin. It is recommended to pay attention to additional essential oils:
You can use products with the addition of cucumber, rye bread, fermented milk products, oatmeal and various herbs. |
How to get rid of wrinkles
Organic and inorganic acids are responsible for the elimination of wrinkles in the composition of lavender ether. Immediately after applying a mask or cream with oil, metabolism is accelerated and skin nutrition improves. Also, plant components of lavender provide a lymphatic drainage effect, removing swelling and restoring the natural contour of the face. Collagen production is activated. Ursolic acid, in turn, smoothes fine lines of wrinkles around the eyes, lips and in the area between the eyebrows.
To achieve a lifting effect, lavender oil should be applied as part of products that will create pressure. Vivid examples are alginate, paraffin and plaster masks. At home, a film mask and sheet masks, as well as peeling, are suitable. It would be useful to enrich your anti-aging cosmetics with a few drops of lavender ether.
How to Get Rid of Acne
In the fight against acne, lavender oil has anti-inflammatory and disinfecting effects. Ether dries pimples and promotes their rapid healing. It is recommended to apply oil on the face as part of masks, lotions and creams. In the presence of skin damage after acne, you can use various peeling and scrub with the addition of soda, sea salt, lemon juice.
If rashes appear pointwise, it is enough to apply 1-2 drops of lavender essential oil on a cotton pad or ear stick and moisten the inflammation. To speed up the result, the procedure can be repeated after 5-6 hours. If you leave the product overnight, by morning there will be no trace of the pimple.
Recipes for homemade cosmetics for the face
Finding the right face care from the mass market is difficult, long and fraught with consequences. Experiments on the skin do not go unnoticed. Regular exposure to chemicals leads to dehydration, peeling. Less commonly, serious allergic reactions occur, wrinkles and acne appear. That is why it is better to protect yourself and use time-tested recipes made from natural ingredients. Do-it-yourself cosmetics are always relevant, especially when it comes to facial beauty.
Cream mask for acne
To prepare an acne mask, use 10 ml of unscented baby cream and 5 drops of lavender essential oil. The mixture must be evenly distributed over the skin, paying most attention to the damaged areas. After 30 minutes, the face should be cleaned with a paper towel or cotton pad.
Instead of a baby cream, any base oils for oily and combination skin are suitable. For example, apricot, olive or linseed. In combination with them, 2-3 drops of ether will be enough.
Lavender facial steam bath
Steam baths are the most important beauty ritual for cleansing pores from impurities and toxins. The procedure is indicated for owners of oily, problematic and combination skin. This will prepare the skin for further manipulations: applying masks, creams and serums.
Heat 1 liter of water and add a couple of drops of lavender essential oil. The optimum liquid temperature is from 75 to 850C. Then you should close your eyes, tilt your head over the steam and cover yourself with a towel. After 10 minutes, you can proceed to the next stages of skin care: moisturizing, nourishing, etc. You should not abuse the bath. Even with serious skin problems, 1 procedure per week will be enough.
In addition to care, facial steam baths have a therapeutic effect. If you replace lavender oil with eucalyptus or mint, you can get rid of a runny nose, headache. Vanilla and tuberose esters will give you peace and sound sleep, while ylang-ylang and jasmine oils will give you a good mood.
Pore Clearing Clay Mask
To prepare a mask for cleansing the pores, take 2 tbsp. l. black clay, dilute with water in equal proportions. Stir the gruel until smooth and add 5 drops of lavender essential oil. Apply the mask on your face for 15 minutes. Remove the composition with a paper towel and enjoy the result. To close pores, use a toner for combination or oily skin.
Universal rice peeling with lavender oil
The peeling procedure is necessary in order to get rid of peeling and keratinized particles on the face. If you do it with the addition of lavender oil, you can additionally moisturize and saturate the skin with nutrients. For cooking, you need several components:
- 30 g brown rice;
- 30 drops of avocado oil;
- 5 drops of lavender essential oil.
With the finished mixture, you need to massage your face for 2-3 minutes, and then wash with warm water and fix the result with a tonic. To enhance the effect before peeling, you can make a steam bath.
Peeling is not recommended for those who suffer from rosacea - spider veins on the face. A rush of blood to the surface can cause severe redness, a violation of intracellular metabolism.
Mask for dry, dehydrated skin
Oil masks with lavender essential oil are ideal for moisturizing and nourishing dehydrated, dry skin. Their advantage is that the composition is suitable for application both on the face and on the neck and décolleté. At the same time, the components of the product are absolutely safe, hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly.
Mode of application:
- Before the procedure, the skin must be thoroughly cleansed with a soft gel.
- The mixing container should also be cleaned with alcohol or another disinfectant.
- Pour 1 tsp into the dishes. avocado, peach and olive oils.
- Add 3 drops of lavender essential oil to the base.
- Apply the finished mask on the face, neck and décolleté for 30-40 minutes.
- Residues can simply be blotted with a paper towel or a warm, damp cloth.
Repeat the procedure 1-2 times a week.
Anti-Wrinkle Protein Mask
To prepare an anti-wrinkle mask, beat the protein to stable peaks and mix it with 2 tbsp. l. warm honey. Enter into the foam 50 g of natural yogurt or kefir and 3 drops of lavender oil. Apply the prepared mixture on your face. Wash off after a quarter of an hour. Repeat 1-2 times a week.
A mask based on protein and honey is suitable for all skin types. You can enhance its effect with a preliminary facial massage or a steam bath.
Caring for the skin around the eyes
The eyelids and the area around the eyes are the most sensitive areas on the face. Care must be taken with care, especially when it comes to natural ingredients. However, this rule does not apply to lavender essential oil. The main functions of the product for the eye area:
- toning;
- elimination of dryness and tightness;
- elimination of mimic wrinkles;
- preservation of youthful skin;
- maintaining firmness and elasticity.
Oil can be added to masks, compresses, creams. In its pure form, essential oil is never used on the eyelids.
Lavender eye compress
The easiest lavender compress recipe is done with three steps:
- Dilute 50 drops of essential oil in 10 ml of water. Stir.
- Soak two cotton pads in the liquid and place on your eyes.
- Remove the compress after 15 minutes.
It is recommended to repeat the procedure daily in the morning and evening. Then the skin will always have a fresh and rested appearance, and wrinkles will not appear for a long time.
Compress from edema
Most often, the cause of edema in the morning is a large amount of fluid drunk the day before. Less commonly, the problem is chronic, which indicates a poor functioning of the excretory system or a decrease in the protective functions of the immune system. For purely cosmetic purposes, lavender helps to quickly tone the skin around the eyes.
To prepare a decongestant compress, mix 15 ml of apricot oil, 1 drop of orange and pine essential oils, and 2 drops of rosemary, lavender and juniper essential oils. Apply cotton swabs soaked in the solution on closed eyes for 10-15 minutes. At the end of the procedure, the skin should be blotted with a dry cloth, and then washed with cool water.
Important! With rosacea or veins close to the skin, a compress of several essential oils is not recommended. It is better to do with a simple water-based lavender remedy.
Lavender oil for eyelashes and eyebrows
The benefits of essential oil are proven not only for the skin, but also for hair growth. Regular use leads to additional nutrition of the hair follicles. After germination, new hairs become strong, shiny and elastic.
You can use lavender essential oil to accelerate the growth of eyelashes and eyebrows only together with the base oil. For 2 st. l. basics enough 2 drops of ether. The most effective bases are oils: castor, jojoba, burdock and olive. Lavender only complements their action and improves the penetration of valuable substances into the hair structure.
Professional opinion
Doctors and cosmetologists approve the use of lavender essential oil for the face for cosmetic, medicinal and anti-aging purposes.
Lavender oil, especially natural, has many properties that promote skin health. It is simultaneously nourishing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antifungal. That is why it is used in facial products. With the help of oil, you can get rid of defects such as acne and wrinkles. In general, the condition of the skin will improve significantly. An additional benefit would be the combination of lavender oil with other ingredients.
Sandra Lindenau, employee of Dr. Schweikart
Reviews on the use of lavender oil in facial skin care
The oil works very well on my oily T-zone. I often make a clay mask for my face, which wonderfully cleanses my skin, removes inflammation, and regulates the sebaceous glands. To do this, I mix 1 tablespoon of any clay with mineral water to the state of gruel, add 4 drops of lavender oil and apply on my face for 10-15 minutes.
The skin just shone on the second day, and on the fifth day, the trace of the pimple, which had haunted me for 2 months, almost completely disappeared! Some kind of miracle! And the skin itself is like velvet, and does not dry at all, as is usually the case in winter. Thanks a lot!
I decided to get rid of scars and spots according to her recipe. Base oil + 3 drops of Lavender essential oil. Made - olive plus lavender. I sat with compresses for 40 minutes, then removed the remnants with a napkin, and then wiped it with brewed chamomile): Feelings are very pleasant, nutrition, softness and a feeling of smoothness of the skin. I recommend it to anyone with problem skin.
There are only three categories at risk for the use of lavender essential oil: pregnant women, hypotensive patients and those taking iodine, iron-containing preparations. If you are one of them, then minimize the amount of a natural product in everyday life. It is not necessary to completely abandon it, because lavender ether has an incalculable list of advantages for the skin of the face and eyelids. The presence of a product in a cosmetic bag will easily relieve a sudden pimple or dark circles, as well as give a good mood, calmness, and peace.
