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    Do You Have Aging, Dry Skin? Learn My Secret Potion & Friend

    12.1KViews Modified: Jun 20, 2020 · Published: Feb 8, 2014
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    Do You Have Aging, Dry Skin? Introducing My Secret Potion & Friend. A 63 year old woman with glowing skin.

    Dry skin can make us look a decade or more older than we are.

    Dry homes combined with wind and cold outdoor temperatures tend to wreak havoc on aging, dry skin. After 30, it is harder and harder to stay truly moisturized, no matter how well we hydrate. Our faces, lips, neck and hands show it the most.

    Do You Have Aging, Dry Skin? Introducing My Secret Potion & Friend. A woman at cosmetic department shelves, reading labels

    Research has shown that women absorb high levels of chemicals every year just from the makeup and lotions they use. Even if we wear little or no make-up, the moisturizers we buy for dry skin contain chemicals…and lots of them.

    Our skin is our largest organ, and nearly everything you put on it is readily absorbed. We would be wise to approach topical skin care as you would your food, and only feed your skin the best ingredients.

     

    Aging, Dry Skin Like Me?

    I will be 63 this month, and virgin coconut oil is indispensable for my aging, dry skin. I use it on my face and body, and I consume significant amounts of it in my diet (minimum 1 TBSP/day). In a way, it is a magic potion…but only in the sense that God created it wonderfully for our bodies internally and topically. While coconut oil is not a panacea for everyone it is very helpful for many.

    Coconut Oil Internally vs. Bad Oils

    I believe one of the main reasons that we experience so many skin problems in the US today is the change in our dietary oil. Our forefathers consumed primarily saturated fats from uncontaminated sources, but most people today consume processed polyunsaturated fats and trans-fatty acids.

    Unlike processed oils which produce free radicals that make us age faster inside and out, unrefined coconut oil is incredibly stable and is an antioxidant capable, many believe, of turning back the clock of aging. I believe that aging can be a slowed down and that dry skin needn’t be a problem!

     

    Coconut Oil Externally – My Dry Skin Facial Moisturizer

    A small spoonful of virgin coconut oil

    When absorbed into your skin and connective tissues, coconut oil reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It acts as a deep moisturizer for dry skin, and it helps keep your connective tissues stay supple and strong.

    It is an exfoliant, removing the outer layer of dead skin cells and making your skin smoother. Exfoliated skin has a more youthful, healthy glow.

    Yes, Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil is also great for getting rid of acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea!

    It should not be refined coconut oil!!!

    Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil has potent antimicrobial activity. Almost 50 percent of the fat in coconut oil is Lauric Acid that your body converts into monolaurin, which has anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-protozoa properties. Capric acid, another coconut fatty acid present in smaller amounts, also has antimicrobial activity.

    Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil is perhaps one of the most useful foods you can keep in your house.

     

    What You Will Need:

    ~A small glass jar with tight fitting lid
    ~Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil
    ~3 or 4 drops of your choice of Essential Oil(s) for every 1 TBSP of coconut oil

    Directions:

    Count out how many TBSPs of coconut oil you need to fill your little jar leaving 1/2 inch head space. Multiply the number of drops of your oils times the number of TBSPs.  (Ex.: 3 TBSP coconut oil times 4 = 12 drops of each essential oil you want in that blend). Gently mix the oils and coconut oil together well in a small bowl and fill your little jar. Cap tightly as the essential oils are volatile and will evaporate over time.

    This is not an exact science – let your nose and senses guide you and have fun!

     

    6 Safe Aromatic Blends

    Virgin coconut oil, my anti-aging secret to beautiful skin.

    Fresh and Clean: geranium (rose)and lemon grass

    Romance: sandalwood, cedarwood, ylang ylang

    Courage: spruce, rosewood, frankincense

    Uplifting: frankincense, jasmine, mandarin

    South Seas: sandalwood, cedarwood, mandarin

    Tranquility: (restlessness, insomnia, headache) lavender, bergamot, lemon  

    Use only 100% pure organic essential oils.

     

    For All Types of Facial Skin

    Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil is a good friend to all types of skin, including the face. It is in many commercial facial lotions….along with synthetic ingredients.

    I can smooth a small daub from my fingers onto my face and around my eyes and in seconds it melts from my body heat and spreads evenly. It absorbs into my skin within minutes and DOES NOT feel greasy or slimy in the least if I haven’t used too much.

    Do not stretch your skin when applying!

    Note: Due to occasional skin reactions, always test a small inconspicuous area if you desire to use any essential oils on your face. The above recipe is VERY dilute, but it is a good practice anyway. If you want a stronger natural fragrance but don’t plan to use it for your face, you can add more drops of essential oils, and you still may want to test it on the inner part of your upper arm. Keep tightly closed.

     

    For the Dry Skin of Hands and Body:

    Coconut oil melts at 77-78° F, so at normal room temperature it will be solid. Do a little test…when you get out of the shower or hot bath, scoop a daub of my potion into your hand and give it a second to melt. When your pores are open from the heat, it is a perfect time to deep moisturize and nourish your skin. Even the palms of your hands should not feel greasy after a few minutes, but you may wish to get any excess with a tissue before going on with your day.

    Valerie Ann Worwood's book, The Complete Book Of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy

    Over the years, Valerie Ann Worwood’s book The Complete Book Of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy has been a wonderful reference resource for me. I trust it for accuracy.

     

    Once you have tried my moisturizing, anti-aging potion for your face and body, you will not want to keep it a secret. You will want to tell your friends, too.

    Do You Have Aging, Dry Skin? Introducing My Secret Potion & Friend. aging

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    Hi! I’m Jacqueline!

    Thanks for being part of this journey with me.
    Welcome to my own little place on the internet! Home is where I love to be. I feel there is no greater place to incubate souls. These days you’ll find me using my experiences here to write about herbal remedies and natural health research — a big passion of mine. But being a wife and mother is not easy. It is challenging and potentially lonely. I get that. I wanted to create a place to connect with and support other moms for creating a natural, healthy, and fulfilling home life.
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    1. incontri

      June 20, 2014 at 1:04 pm

      Hi, i think that i saw you visited my weblog so i came to “return the favor”.I am trying to find
      things to improve my web site!I suppose its ok to use a few of
      your ideas!!

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    2. Ilse

      July 08, 2014 at 2:36 pm

      I just discovered your blog. It’s wonderful. I will try the coconut oil for my face.
      Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    3. Darice

      September 05, 2015 at 11:26 am

      I am just wondering if coconut oil acts as a SPF to protect our skin from sun damage.

      Please don’t give up your research and writing. You are so informative. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Jacqueline

        September 05, 2015 at 10:14 pm

        That I don’t know, Darice. I did find this by googling: http://naturalsociety.com/ditch-toxic-sunscreen-use-coconut-oil-instead/ I hope that help! It says coconut oil has a SPF of 10 w/o anything added! Not bad, actually. 🙂

        Reply
    4. [email protected]

      September 17, 2015 at 10:22 pm

      This was great. I always learn so much from you! I am pinning this too!

      Reply
      • Jacqueline

        September 28, 2015 at 10:00 am

        Thank you, Suzie! And thanks for the Pin 😀

        Reply
    5. Michelle

      April 15, 2016 at 5:06 pm

      Coconut Oil can actually be very bad for some skin types. I would encourage you and your readers to check out this link. While it may be working great for you…others may be confused when they try it and end up having an opposite reaction. I formulate skin care products and have heard from many, many people who have had bad results from using coconut oil on their face. Thank you 🙂

      http://www.fromthebathtub.com/2015/03/why-some-skin-types-should-stop-using.html

      Reply
    6. Kimberly in NC

      June 19, 2020 at 4:38 pm

      Do you have any experience/opinion on grapeseed oil? I’ve heard it’s good for the face.
      Thanks!

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      • Jacqueline

        June 19, 2020 at 5:10 pm

        Kimberly in NC, I have not read anything on grapeseed for the face, but it may be wonderful. I wonder if it is antibacterial and antimicrobial like coconut oil. I will read soon!
        Thanks for the idea! ~Jacqueline

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