Holistic Body Oil - pure body oils without silicone
Linda Myrberg
Many mistakenly believe that oils make skin oily!
Quite the opposite! Oils from plants, also known as vegetable oils, plant-based oils, or botanical oils, contain more nutrients than many conventional "beauty oils," which often contain silicone.
Silicones are added to give a light feel on the skin. However, conventional beauty oils can also contain synthetic fragrances, synthetic preservatives, and synthetic emulsifiers that do not nourish your skin and can instead create imbalance.
Face cream and lotion primarily contain water, which actually dries out our skin.
Different oils have different properties, but they are all composed of, among other things:
- Essential fatty acids - saturated, monounsaturated, or polyunsaturated - that support a healthy skin barrier.
- Vitamins - stimulate cell renewal, strengthen collagen, smooth, repair, and have anti-inflammatory effects.
- Phytosterols - beneficial plant compounds that strengthen the skin and promote collagen formation.
- Polyphenols - counteract oxidative stress, help protect against sun damage, and have anti-inflammatory effects.
- Squalene - naturally found in the skin. Promotes elasticity and gives a beautiful glow.
- Lecithin - helps maintain the normal function of cell membranes.
Almond Oil
In ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic traditions, almond oil has been used since time immemorial to soothe, moisturize, and repair the skin. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and softening properties, as well as its rich nutritional content, the oil is one of the most popular in skincare today.
Almond oil is a classic skin and massage oil that is semi-rich and has a mild and sweet nutty scent. It spreads evenly over the skin and is absorbed after a short while. The oil is non-irritating and is therefore excellent as a baby oil. People with nut allergies usually tolerate almond oil, but to be safe, you can apply a small amount of oil to the wrist to see if a reaction occurs.
- Contains vitamin A which stimulates the production of new skin cells and smooths fine lines.
- Vitamin E has a soothing effect and is a natural antioxidant said to stimulate blood circulation and prevent the appearance of wrinkles. It can also help reduce UV damage.
- Almond oil inhibits the skin's sebum production and can therefore reduce the appearance of acne.
- The oil has calming properties and can relieve itching.
Jojoba
The fact that jojoba is not actually an oil, but consists of liquid wax esters, explains why jojoba so effectively binds moisture to the skin.
Cold-pressed jojoba oil is effectively softening and protective for the skin. Jojoba largely contains the monounsaturated fatty acid gadoleic acid, which is found in the skin's adipose tissue. This means that the oil has a calming and balancing effect on the skin's sebum production. Jojoba oil is therefore suitable for all skin types, including oily, impure, and acne-prone skin.
Safflower oil
Safflower oil is a dry and thin oil that gives the skin a really nice glow. It is absorbed quickly without leaving a greasy film. It is a popular facial oil for oily to normal skin and can be a lifesaver for problem skin. Safflower oil can also be mixed with a slightly richer oil such as jojoba oil or sesame oil to take advantage of the oil's excellent properties if you have dry/mature skin. Safflower oil's rich content of the omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid makes it a very good skin oil for people with thin, sensitive skin with poor circulation. It is also a good oil for eczema, rough and bumpy skin, large pores, acne, and for prematurely aged skin.
Shea Butter
Shea butter is a natural fat extract derived from the nuts of the African shea tree. Shea butter has been used for hundreds of years for cosmetic purposes due to its high content of vitamins and fatty acids, which make the butter excellent for softening the skin. At room temperature, shea butter is solid, but like other types of butter, it melts at body temperature and is thus easily absorbed by the skin.
- Soothes
- Antioxidant
As it contains high levels of both Vitamin A and E, shea butter can promote antioxidants that counteract signs of aging and defend the skin from damage caused by free radicals. When you use shea butter on your face, it can preserve the skin's radiance and protect against aging.
- Moisturizes
- Softens skin and can improve elasticity
Shea butter for face and skin benefits the skin's own collagen production. By promoting collagen production, shea butter helps strengthen skin cell renewal, elasticity, skin firming and strengthening. In addition, shea butter contains Palmitic acid, Oleic acid, Stearic acid, and Linoleic acid, which are nutritious for the skin and help it maintain moisture.
- Promotes skin renewal
Since the benefits of shea butter for the face and skin include its ability to enhance skin cell renewal, it means that shea butter is very good for skin regeneration and the repair of damaged skin cells. The fatty acids in shea butter also have protective properties that can shield wounds from environmental stressors that can hinder the healing process.
