Wellness Dart

Dry skin is uncomfortable.

It looks prematurely aged, and it feels itchy.

But the best essential oils for dry skin restore moisture.

They heal the problem at the source.

Today, you’ll learn about which plant oils will hydrate and heal your body.

What essential oils are good for dry, itchy skin?

According to the experts, there are several oils that heal dry, itchy skin.

These include helichrysum, geranium, frankincense, sandalwood, jasmine, rose, hyssop, Roman chamomile, lavender, myrrh, and Ylang Ylang. (1)

These need to be diluted in a carrier oil before you apply them topically.

Therefore, we’ll also look at carrier oils that are good for dry skin.

These include jojoba, grape seed, carrot seed, avocado, argan, and rosehip (2).

How to know if a plant oil can help dry skin

Most plant oils are emollients, not humectants.

That means they seal in moisture, but they don’t necessarily attract it.

Your favorite lotion probably has both kinds of ingredients.

But some plant oils are better than others at healing dry skin.

For example, they promote new skin cell growth.

They reduce inflammation and slow down aging.

They may also balance skin oil.

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Stinky armpits and smelly feet are uncomfortable and embarrassing.

The everyday solution is to use a commercial product to control odor.

But what if you want to steer clear of chemicals?

Then you need the best essential oils for deodorant.

How do you use essential oils for deodorant?

You have options when it comes to using essential oils to reduce odor.

It’s the kind of flexibility you might not have when shopping for deodorant at the store.

The stink comes from bacteria on your skin (1).

Therefore, you need oils that are naturally antibacterial.

The good news is that there are several essential oils that are effective against bacteria (2, 3).

The wide variety means that you can customize how your deodorant smells according to your preference.

Then, you can blend them with other oils that are good for the skin.

Later in the article, I’ll provide a recipe for making DIY deodorant with essential oils.

If you want to keep it simple, you can simply choose one oil, dilute it with a carrier oil, and massage it into your underarms or your feet.

Of course, you have to understand that the essential oils won’t stop you from sweating. And you’ll probably have to renew them throughout the day (4).

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Are you curious about the best essential oils for kids?

Maybe you’re wondering how to treat sniffles and tummy aches naturally.

Essential oils are good for helping restless children settle down at night, too.

Today, I’ll review the kid-safe essential oils list.

I’ll also discuss which essential oils are not safe for babies, toddlers, or children.

And I’ll tell you how to use essential oils safely for kids.

Let’s get the bad news out of the way first.

Don’t use these essential oils on kids

Essential oils are potent. They are the refined, concentrated parts of plants.

Therefore, they are too strong to use for children without diluting them first (1).

But there are a few oils you shouldn’t use on little kids at all.

Sadly, peppermint is one of them.

Don’t use peppermint around infants or children under the age of six.

Moreover, keep wintergreen and camphor far away from your little ones. They are poisonous if ingested.

Next, there’s eucalyptus. It’s a staple for relieving congestion. But don’t use it on kids under the age of ten.

What’s more, rosemary is also not safe for children under the age of ten. That’s also true for the “hot” oils like clove, cinnamon, and oregano.

Even if you’ve tested these oils on yourself and have not experienced any adverse effects, you’re an adult. Your immune system and your skin are tougher than your child’s.

I’m sure you want the best for your children and would never harm them on purpose.

How to use essential oils on children

The safest way to use essential oils for children is to diffuse them.

Make sure there’s adequate ventilation in the room.

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