MARULA: Made
from the fruit of the marula tree, which is native to South Africa, this oil is
rich and hydrating. It’s full of fatty acids, which dermatologists say soothe
dry skin. It absorbs quickly and won’t leave you shiny or greasy.
TEA
TREE: Red, inflamed breakouts happen when bacteria gets trapped
inside your pores. Research shows that tea tree oil helps zap that bacteria. In
one trial, it beat a placebo gel (which has no active ingredients) at treating
acne and calming inflammation. Another study found that it was as effective as
benzoyl peroxide, a common ingredient in over-the-counter zit remedies.
ARGAN: Sometimes called “liquid
gold,” argan oil is rich in antioxidants called polyphenols, which can fight
the effects of aging. Dermatologists also say its omega-3 fatty acids boost
collagen growth and plump up your skin. It doesn’t matter if you have a dry,
oily, or normal skin type. It also conditions hair but doesn’t weight it down
or make it feel greasy. You can still use your other hair care products, too.
CHAMOMILE
AND PEPPERMINT: You probably think of chamomile as a relaxing tea, but
the oil from this daisy-like plant can also calm your skin. Skin specialists
call it an anti-inflammatory and an antiseptic, which cuts down on redness,
irritation, and the chance of infection. Peppermint oil has the same soothing
properties.
COCONUT: Dry, cracked skin is more
likely to get infected, irritated, and have allergic reactions. Coconut oil
protects and moisturizes it, and soothes the scaly, rough patches that go along
with common conditions like eczema, too.
ROSEHIP
AND CARROT: You’ll find vitamin A in lots of skin care products. It’s
a “retinoid,” a chemical that helps replace old skin cells with new ones and
make collagen, which can ease color changes from scarring and stretch marks.
Two oils that are particularly rich in vitamin A: rosehip seed and carrot. Some
dermatologists say they’re also good as acne and anti-aging treatments. You
would use only a tiny dab at nighttime.
ROSEMARY
AND CASTOR: Want to plump up your ponytail? Does your scalp show more
than it used to? Rosemary oil may help you get a thicker, shinier mane. In one
study, 6 months of treatment worked as well as 2% minoxidil against
androgenetic alopecia, a common form of hair loss in men and women. And it was
less likely to cause an itchy scalp. Castor oil is another home remedy said to
thicken brows and lashes. Before
you try it, ask your doctor if it’s safe, since it would go near your eyes. The jury’s still out as to whether it
really works.
OLIVE
AND AVOCADO: Got thin or brittle nails? For a simple, all-natural
solution, dab a little olive or avocado oil on them before bed. The oils will
soak in overnight and nourish with good-for-you fatty acids. You can use other
types of oil for this, too.
SESAME: Could you replace your
mouthwash with oil? It’s trendy, but oil pulling, or rinsing out your mouth
with oil, is a generations-old remedy for healthy teeth and gums. Research
shows it might help. Recent international studies found that swishing with
sesame oil (coconut and sunflower work, too) can cut plaque and gingivitis. It
may also wash away the microorganisms that cause bad breath.
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie S. Gardner, MD, WebMD on November 15, 2021
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