The Wonders of Oils

The use of essential oils as a facial cleanser is becoming more popular, and for good reason. Most essential oils have numerous health and skin benefits, especially grapefruit oil.

Grapefruit Oil for Skin

All essential oils work well for natural skin care for one simple reason: oil dissolves oil. So, when you use oils on your face, you are breaking down the unhealthy oils clogging your pores and replacing them with healthy ones. This actually leaves the skin less oily than before because it will keep your skin from over-compensating in oil production. So why is grapefruit oil specifically so important? It is because the benefits of grapefruit oil, for both beauty and health, are remarkable. Grapefruit oil has properties that can fight off acne and leave the skin smoother and brighter than before.

 Fight Aging

Grapefruit oil is a large source of antioxidants. These antioxidants work to protect the skin from damaging substances in the outside world. This not only prevents skin damage, but it also slows down the signs of aging on the skin. The antioxidants increase the regenerative properties of the skin allowing you to appear bright and youthful. In order to maximize the anti-aging properties of Grapefruit Oil, it is important to use it on you skin on a regular basis. Just dab a few drops of the oil between your fingers and apply daily. For even greater results, apply once in the morning and once at night.

Reduce Cellulite

Cellulite is a build up of fat that plagues nearly 90% of all women. The fat appears lumpy and dimpled on the skin. This ailment is one that women are constantly trying to find a cure for. Luckily, grapefruit oil could be the key. Cellulite is caused by a swelling of toxins and fluids in the fat cells of the skin. So, to prevent cellulite, these toxins need to be flushed out of your system. Grapefruit oil does just that. To use effectively, mix equal portions of grapefruit oil with coconut oil. Daily rub this mixture into the skin in a kneading pattern. Once the toxins have been eradicated, the sings of cellulite should begin to decrease.

Stay Healthy

Grapefruit oil does not only benefit the skin on an aesthetic basis. There have been numerous studies linking people who eat large amounts of grapefruit peels to less risk of skin cancer. The peels of the grapefruit are where the oils lie. But, instead of having to eat large numbers of peels, which are not the best tasting part of the grapefruit, you can achieve the same results by consuming the oils. Putting a few drops of the oil into your water once a day will do the trick.