DIY Skin Oil Blends: Nourish Your Skin Naturally

Creating your own skin oil blend is a delightful way to tailor skincare to your needs while ensuring the ingredients are natural and safe. In this guide, we'll walk you through making a simple yet effective skin oil blend using jojoba or rosehip oil as a carrier and incorporating essential oils for added benefits.

Why Jojoba and Rosehip Oil?

Jojoba Oil: This oil closely resembles the natural sebum of the skin, making it a superb moisturizer. It's non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores, and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin.

Rosehip Oil: Rich in vitamins A and C, rosehip oil is known for its skin-regenerating properties. It helps reduce the appearance of scars, fine lines, and pigmentation.

Essential Oils and Their Benefits

Essential oils are potent plant extracts that offer various skin benefits. However, due to their strength, they should never be applied directly to the skin and must always be diluted in a carrier oil. Keep the concentration below 1% to ensure safety.

Here are some essential oils and their skin benefits:

• Lavender: Calms and soothes irritation, promotes relaxation.
• Tea Tree: Antimicrobial, helps with acne.
• Peppermint: Refreshes and cools, aids in reducing redness.
• Patchouli: Balances oily skin, helps with skin regeneration.
• Rosemary: Stimulates circulation, promotes a healthy glow.
• Sweet Orange: Brightens the skin, uplifts the mood.
• Bergamot: Balances oily skin, soothes irritation.
• Lemongrass: Refreshes and tones the skin, provides antibacterial properties.

Recipe: Nourishing Skin Oil Blend

Ingredients:

• Carrier oil jojoba or rosehip oil
• Essential oils (lavender, tea tree, peppermint, patchouli, rosemary) at 1 - 2% concentration.

Calming Blend:

• 12 drops of lavender oil (1% concentration)

Acne-Fighting Blend:

• 8 drops of tea tree oil (0.66% concentration)
• 4 drops of rosemary oil (0.33% concentration)

Refreshing Blend:

• 4 drops of lemongrass oil (0.33% concentration)
• 4 drops of patchouli oil (0.33% concentration)
• 4 drops of sweet orange oil (0.33% concentration)

Stimulating Blend (great as a hair oil too)

• 6 drops of peppermint oil (0.5% concentration)
• 6 drops of rosemary oil (0.5% concentration)

Instructions:

1. Add Essential Oils to your bottle of jojoba or rosehip oil: Add your chosen essential oils, keeping the total concentration between 1% - 2%. Scale recipe up or down based on how much you want to make Here are three suggested combinations based on a full 60 ml bottle. 

2. Mix: Secure the dropper top on the bottle and gently shake to mix the oils thoroughly.

3. Label: Label your bottle with the blend name and date.

How to Use Your Skin Oil Blend

• Application: Apply a few drops to clean, damp skin and gently massage in. This can be done in the morning or evening as part of your skincare routine.
• Storage: Store your blend in a cool, dark place to maintain its potency.

Safety Tips

• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test before using a new blend. Apply a small amount to your inner wrist or elbow and wait 24 hours to ensure there's no adverse reaction.
• Avoid Direct Application: Never apply undiluted essential oils directly to your skin or face, as they can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Creating your own skin oil blend allows you to customize your skincare routine with natural, effective ingredients. By following these recipes and safety tips, you can enjoy the benefits of essential oils while nurturing your skin. Happy blending!