Author: Kadambari R.
Over the years our skincare routine changes depending on our age and skin needs. On that note, we introduce facial serums in our regime. Understanding our skin type and finding the best products that will suit our skin takes lot of effort, time and money too. And also, to get the best serum means spending money. But most of us do not wish to spend money on high end products. That is when our team comes to the rescue. We bring you the recipe for Everyday Facial Serum for all skin types. You can easily do this yourself at home. So, let’s check out the recipe for DIY facial serum.
EVERYDAY FACIAL SERUM FOR ALL SKIN TYPES:
Benefits of ingredients used in the Everyday Facial Serum Recipe:
LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL:
Lavender essential oil helps in fighting acne. It also soothes irritated skin. Lavender essential oil also helps in calming down since it has a soothing fragrance. Hence it has been used in aroma therapy too. It has anti- inflammatory properties and it is also non-comedogenic. It won’t clog the pores. Using lavender essential oil also greatly helps in reducing wrinkles.
TEA TREE OIL:
Tea tree oil is an excellent choice to combat acne. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. Helps in soothing skin irritation and reduces any sorts of inflammation and redness. It helps in treating various other skin infections too. Tea tree oil benefits your skin by penetrating into the skin and unclogging the pores. It is also non-comedogenic. Using tea tree oil on the skin will make your skin soft and supple.
GERANIUM ESSENTIAL OIL:
The geranium essential oil is obtained by extracting the oil from the leaves and stalks of geranium plant through steam distillation. A study has shown that geranium essential oil has anti-microbial and anti-septic properties that helps combat acne. It also helps in reducing breakouts and soothes skin irritation.,fades fine lines and wrinkles. It provides a natural glow to the skin as it has anti-oxidants. When applied on the skin, it leaves a cooling effect and makes the skin soft.
ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL:
Rosemary essential oil has umpteen number of ways in which it benefits the skin. It does wonders to the skin. It deeply moisturises the skin and makes your skin radiant. Has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties that helps in combating acne breakouts and also reduces redness. This reduces oiliness without stripping away excess oil in the skin. This is being widely used to remove blemishes. It also gives protection against sun damage.
CARROT SEED OIL:
Carrot seed oil extremely moisturises the skin and also has anti-inflammatory properties. It has anti-inflammatory properties. Good source of anti-oxidants and helps in removing fine lines. It also has anti-ageing properties. Treats damaged skin and also tightens the skin and prevents it from sagging. Carrot seed oil also improves overall texture of the skin, makes skin more elastic and also even put skin tone.
JOJOBA OIL:
Jojoba oil is extremely nourishing to the skin. It has anti-ageing properties and helps fade away fine lines and wrinkles. It delays the signs of ageing and is non-comedogenic. Jojoba oil acts as a barrier on the skin and protects the skin from damage. This rejuvenates the skin and gives a subtle glow on the skin without making your skin oily or greasy. It also helps in treating acne. This provides the hydration that your skin needs. Also helps in soothing sun burns.
METHOD:
Things you need:
- Lavender essential oil – 5-7 drops
- Tea tree oil – 5-7 drops
- Geranium oil – 2-3 drops
- Rosemary essential oil – 2-5 drops
- Carrot seed oil – 1/2 tsp
- Jojoba oil – 3 tbsps
- Rosehip oil – 1 tsp (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
To make the serum, take a dropper bottle and add lavender essential oil, tea tree oil, geranium oil, rosemary oil, carrot seed oil and finally jojoba oil. Close the bottle and shake well. Your everyday facial serum is ready to use. Add in roeship oil too for added benefits (optional step).
Usage: Before using the serum cleanse your skin well. Then apply 2-3 drops on your face and gently pat your face. Do not rub vigorously. Add this serum in your morning and night skin care routine to see visible difference.
NOTE:
- Perform a patch test before using the serum to avoid any allergic reactions.
- If you have any skin related issues, make sure to consult your doctor.
- Do not any essential oils in excess.
- You can replace any of the above oils with your preferred oil.
- Shelf life of the final product
