# Essential oils for skin


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Used carefully and well diluted, a few oils are popular in simple skincare. Always patch-test, keep dilutions low on the face, and remember these support a routine — they are not medical treatments.

## Oils to reach for

- **[Lavender](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/lavender)** — Gentle and versatile; a common choice for calming the look of irritated skin.
- **[Geranium](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/geranium)** — Rosy and balancing, long used in blends for mature and combination skin.
- **[Frankincense](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/frankincense)** — Resinous and prized in facial oils for its traditional "rejuvenating" reputation.
- **[Helichrysum](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/helichrysum)** — Rare and valued in skincare for its soothing, restorative reputation.
- **[Carrot Seed](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/carrot-seed)** — Earthy and vitamin-rich, a classic in mature-skin facial blends.
- **[Tea Tree](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/tea-tree)** — The most-studied oil for blemish-prone skin — keep it well diluted.
- **[Roman Chamomile](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/roman-chamomile)** — Soft and soothing, popular for sensitive, reactive skin.
- **[Rose](https://essential-oils.club/oils/single/rose)** — Luxurious and gentle, a treasured addition to facial serums.

## A simple blend: Facial-oil starter (roller)

- 2 drops Lavender
- 1 drops Geranium
- 1 drops Frankincense

In 30 ml carrier (~0.7%). Patch-test first; keep away from the eye area.

## Safety

Always dilute (0.5–1% on the face), patch-test on the inner arm, and keep oils out of the eyes. Citrus oils are phototoxic — don’t apply before sun exposure.

## Frequently asked questions

### Are essential oils good for your skin?

Well diluted, a few are popular in skincare routines. They support the look and feel of skin; they are not treatments for skin conditions. Patch-test everything first.

### What dilution is safe for the face?

Keep facial blends low — around 0.5–1% (roughly 1–2 drops per 30 ml of carrier).

_Educational reference only — not medical advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease._