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Peach face oil is a truly versatile product that is useful for adults and children, men and women. Softens, hydrates, protects, evens out tone and rejuvenates – what else does peach oil do for the skin?
Benefits of peach oil for skin
But no matter how pleasant it is to use peach oil for the face, the main advantage of this product, extracted from the peach seed, is its rich composition, which provides its beneficial properties for the skin.
This oil contains:
Vitamins A, E and C are the gold standard for antioxidants. They accelerate the processes of renewal and regeneration of the skin, fight pigmentation, resist aging, have the ability to even out skin tone and make it smoother.
B vitamins – have a pronounced anti-aging effect and even out the tone.
Fatty acids (oleic, linoleic, stearic) – contribute to skin nutrition, protect against dryness.
Trace elements (zinc, iodine, phosphorus, iron, potassium) – have a positive effect on the condition of the skin.
The benefits of peach oil for the face are beyond doubt. Perhaps that is why this product is so loved by adherents of natural care, who often use it instead of a cream.
However, cosmetic peach oil for the face is often included in finished products for:
smoothing wrinkles;
increase in tone;
softening and moisturizing the skin;
complexion improvement;
fighting dark circles and fine wrinkles around the eyes;
massage;
hair care;
lip care.
How to choose peach oil?
Peach oil belongs to the base oils in cosmetology. It can be bought in both aromatherapy and gastronomy stores. When purchasing, pay attention to:
the label, which should indicate – 100% peach oil without impurities, as well as the method of obtaining;
tightness of the package;
container color – dark glass is a priority.
Ways to use peach oil for face
In its pure form
Peach oil is used in its pure form not only for the face, but also for the body. Thanks to its light texture and pleasant aroma, it is very comfortable to use. A drop of oil is distributed over the fingers and applied to the skin with blotting movements. As already mentioned, the oil is quickly absorbed and does not leave greasy marks.
Adding to cosmetics
If desired, you can add a drop of peach oil to the cream, especially for dry skin. Although our experts believe that you should not mix finished cosmetic products with foreign ingredients. After all, the effectiveness and safety of such combinations cannot be verified.
In masks
How to use peach oil in face masks? We would recommend simply adding 1-2 drops of oil to the main composition of the mask, if we are talking about finished products.
By the way, if we are already talking about masks, then try using our test to determine which one suits you.
Recipes for face masks with peach oil
How else can you use peach oil for your face? Of course, make a mask with your own hands. But we want to make a reservation that we in the editorial office are not supporters of homemade recipes, although the trend for handmade cosmetics is not weakening. That is why we have tried to find for you some simple, but effective, from our point of view, recipes that will be useful after just one application.
For dry skin
peach and lavender
To prepare, you will need 1 teaspoon of peach kernel oil and 2 drops of lavender essential oil. Mix both oils and apply on pre-cleansed skin in a sufficiently dense layer. Leave on for 20 minutes and then rinse thoroughly with water.
Olive and castor oil
From wrinkles
Peach oil face masks for wrinkles are considered the most effective. They help to smooth the skin, make it more even and elastic, the tone is uniform, and the complexion is radiant. In addition, such masks are suitable for both dry and sensitive skin, and for oily. You just need to decide on the ingredients.
Mask with honey and egg
Take a teaspoon each of peach oil and warm honey. Stir and add the egg yolk to the mixture. Again, mix everything thoroughly until smooth. Apply with a spatula on the face and leave for 20-30 minutes (be careful, the mask may drip). Wash off with warm water afterwards.
Oil based mask
Take a teaspoon of different oils: peach, argan, castor. Connect. Add 2 drops each of rose and lavender essential oils. Add a tablespoon of warm honey and a tablespoon of oatmeal ground in a blender to the mixture. Mix everything and apply the mask on cleansed skin. Wash off after 20-30 minutes.
For the skin of the eyelids and the area around the eyes
The skin of the eyelids is very thin and fragile. When making masks based on oils, you must be very careful and follow special instructions so that the oil does not accidentally get into your eyes.
Relaxing eye mask
Moisturizing eye mask with peach oil
Take a teaspoon of peach seed, grape seed, jojoba, olive, almond oil. Mix. Apply to eyelids in a thin layer every other day, touching eyelashes and eyebrows for fuller growth.
Against acne
Mask with honey and pineapple
To prepare the mask, you will need 1 tablespoon of peach oil, 1 teaspoon of pureed pineapple and honey. Combine all components and apply to skin cleansed of make-up and impurities. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water and moisturize with a cream for oily or combination skin.
Mask with cottage cheese, peach oil and tea tree oil
In a tablespoon of fatty cottage cheese, add two teaspoons of peach oil and tea tree oil. Mix everything until smooth and apply on clean skin. After 20 minutes, the mask should be washed off.
Cosmetics with oils
Even if you could not find peach oil in the composition of the cosmetic product, many oils are useful for facial skin. All of them have a good effect on the lipid barrier and make the skin surface softer, more elastic and smoother. For our review, we have selected several effective oil-based products.
Extraordinary Facial Oil “Luxury Nutrition”, L’Oréal Paris
Jojoba oil works here in the company of eight essential oils, including lavender, rose and chamomile oils. A few drops of the product are enough to apply both on the skin of the face and on the skin of the neck. The light texture allows the product to be instantly absorbed to create a powerful antioxidant protection. The result is radiant and smooth skin.
Means for restoring skin density and facial oval for normal and dry skin Substiane, La Roche-Posay
Increases skin density with an effective concentration of anti-aging ingredients proxylan and linactyl. Softens, contains shea butter and apricot kernel, which eliminate dryness.
Anti-aging cream-care for the skin around the eyes “Transforming Lavandin”, Garnier Bio
Care cream enriched with organic argan oil and vitamin E. Suitable for all skin types. Fights dark circles under the eyes, makes the skin smooth.
Face cream with green tea extract “Basic Care”, Garnier Botanic-Cream
The composition of the cream, in addition to moisturizing the skin of glycerin, vitamin E, which helps prevent early skin aging, includes soybean oil, which moisturizes, softens and helps restore the skin.
Night face cream “Age Expert 65+” anti-wrinkle, nourishing, L’Oréal Paris
The combination of vitamins B5 and E contributes to the skin’s natural renewal processes and strengthens its protective barrier. As a result, the oval of the face is tightened, the skin tone is increased. She looks rested and radiant.
Means for the restoration and healing of the skin for babies, children and adults Cicaplast Baume B5, La Roche-Posay
Significantly accelerates the process of skin regeneration, can be applied for minor abrasions, irritations and scratches, and also helps to restore the skin of the face and body in infants, children and adults. The mineral complex has an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect. Contains shea butter.
Summary results
What are the benefits of peach oil for the face?
To begin with, let’s clarify that this is one of the most hypoallergenic oils. It is suitable for any skin type, age, even for children. The oil contains many vitamins, of which almost half is nicotinic acid. It also contains:
vitamin A;
vitamin E;
vitamin C;
vitamins of group B;
fatty acid;
trace elements.
How can peach oil be used?
This oil can be used both in pure form and as part of masks, serums or creams.
What to look for when buying peach oil?
To buy quality oil, pay attention to the following details:
producing country;
tightness of the package;
the color of the container (it is better if it is dark glass);
oil production method;
mark of 100% naturalness.