As the temperature drops and winter’s icy grip tightens, our skin often becomes the first victim of the season’s harsh conditions. The cold, dry air can leave our skin feeling tight, flaky, and in desperate need of extra care. While there’s an array of skincare products on the market, sometimes the best solutions come from nature itself. In the realm of holistic skincare, natural oils stand out as powerful allies in the battle against winter’s chill.
While there are plenty of conventional lotions and hand creams on the market, sometimes our skin needs and deserves more. In this article, we’ll explore five exceptional natural oils that not only shield your skin from the biting cold but also provide deep nourishment and hydration. As winter sets in, consider incorporating these natural wonders into your skincare routine to ensure your skin remains radiant, supple, and resilient throughout the colder months. Say goodbye to dry, irritated skin and welcome the season with the natural warmth of these rejuvenating oils.
If you’re used to using natural oils on your body, then you’re already familiar with the benefits that these good-for-you oils provide. If you’ve never used natural oils before and your skin requires some serious hydration, allow me to introduce you to the following natural oils. Your skin will thank you.
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1. Argan oil
Extracted from the kernels found in the fruit of Moroccan argan trees, argan oil is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamin E.
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This skin superfood can be used on both skin and hair as it helps restore the appearance of the skin’s tone and hair’s texture. It’s a lightweight oil, but, it’s powerful.
2. Almond Oil
This oil is nourishing and works well to revive any skin type. Deriving from pressed almonds, almond oil can be used on the entire body and easily absorbed into the skin without clogging pores as well as promoting soft and healthy-looking skin.
3. Avocado Oil
If your skin needs some intense hydration, this oil will do the trick. Avocado oil is heavy in texture so you don’t have to use much of it. It helps to maintain supple skin while softening, conditioning, and moisturizing dry or rough skin.
4. Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil comes from the seed of the jojoba shrub and although it’s technically a wax, it’s structurally and chemically similar to human sebum and easily absorbs into the skin.
Jojoba oil is comprised of nutritional and beneficial minerals and compounds such as essential fatty acids and is used in many cosmetic oils.
Jojoba oil can also be used as a hot oil treatment in hair by warming up a quarter-size amount of the oil or enough oil to cover the hair, leaving it in your hair for five to ten minutes then shampoo and conditioning afterward.
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5. Castor Oil
With this emollient, a little goes a long way since it’s extremely thick. Packed with vitamin E, castor oil penetrates the surface layers of the skin, creating more soft and hydrated skin. I especially love to use this oil on my feet after finishing up with my bath.
While I still use some beautifully scented natural lotions and creams on occasion, I’m a huge advocate of knowing what you’re putting into your skin and I believe in treating my skin with the best ingredients possible.
Additionally, natural oils are typically inexpensive in comparison to other skin moisturizers and most are multi-purpose. My absolute favorite way to apply these oils on my skin is when I’m fresh out of the bathtub. I gently massage one of these oils onto my body while my skin is still damp. Doing this hydrates and seals in the moisture from the oil.
