So what’s all the fuss about with oils and skin recently? More and more skin care products contain oils as a primary ingredient. In fact people are moving away from creams towards simple, natural, high quality oils to help protect, rejuvenate, moisturize and keep their skin youthful.

Our skin is our biggest organ and is the primary entry point into our bodies. It’s not a barrier, but a medium through which we’re exposed to everything the environment around us has to offer - good and bad. So it is important to keep our skin happy not only to look and feel great, but also to be healthy.

The collagen in our skin is something that is reduced with age. This is one of the reasons wrinkles appear on the skin. Avocado oil for example has the ability to increase the amount of collagen, improving the skin firmness and helping to eliminate wrinkles. Also free-radicals damage can be considered as one of the most prominent causes of aging fibers. In fact, free-radicals do affect cells in our entire body. The negative effects of free-radicals get worse when they get frenzied. Cigarette smoke and ultra violet radiation from the sun are some examples that lead skin cells to become frenzied. This can lead to a rough skin and wrinkles. Collagen helps to lessen the damage from free-radicals, but as it is reduced with age, we need to find ways to replenish it.

Best Oils for Increasing Collagen Production

Sweet Almond oil contains large amounts of vitamins E and K helping the skin cells regenerate and maintain a youthful elasticity. It protects by blocking UV rays from exposure to the sun and it enhances the circulation keeping your cells vibrant. It’s a light oil and absorbs relatively quickly which makes it wonderful compared to many other heavy oils that tend to have a greasy feel.

Avocado oil is a heavy thick oil so a little goes a long way in your formulation. It is rich in vitamins A and E as well as collagen boosting sterols.

Grapeseed oil helps to tighten the skin and shrink the pores for a smooth look and soft feel. When applied daily, it can help to reduce dark circles around the eyes naturally without the need for chemicals or procedures. It’s also known to help reduce acne, redness and skin irritation, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

The fatty acid gamma Linoleic acid (GLA) in Borage oil has recently become very popular in helping to maintain the skin water barrier and regulate skin moisture, which helps with the aging process. Research shows that it also helps in the treatment of various skin conditions including dry skin, eczema, and dermatitis.

Camellia oil has been used for centuries to help keep skin looking young, a it helps to protect against free-radical damage due to its high antioxidant content.

Best Anti-Aging Essential Oils

Egyptian Geranium essential oil helps mature skin by helping to lighten age spots and even out the skin tone. It has also been shown to improve circulation in the epidermis layer and help with cell regeneration. It is a great oil to add to your carrier oil for wrinkle reduction and smooth skin.

Peppermint essential oil has antimicrobial properties, which help the skin stay cool, but also encourage the skin to release its natural oils, keeping it moist and hydrated.

Lavender and Ylang-Ylang essential oils both have antiseptic and anti-fungal properties to keep your skin healthy, vibrant and free from acne.

Jasmine and Tangerine oils have long been associated with skin care and treating dry, brittle, and dehydrated skin helping with eczema and dermatitis symptoms.

Products for Anti-Aging

Isabella’s Clearly SOFT contains all of the oils above to help keep your skin young and reduce signs of aging. Try our Clearly SOFT Face and Body Oil, or our SOFT Sensitive, specifically designed for sensitive skin.