Fall often puts our skin under pressure. Dropping temperatures, stronger winds, and drier air have a direct impact on skin hydration. These climatic changes can alter the skin's natural protective barrier, making it more sensitive and prone to dryness, redness, and irritation. In autumn, it's essential to adapt your skincare routine to compensate for these effects.
The dry, cold air of fall can drain moisture from the skin, making it more vulnerable to tightness and dullness. Adopting nourishing skincare is a priority to maintain healthy, radiant skin throughout this transitional season.
Essential oils are valuable allies for nourished skin in autumn. Thanks to their soothing, regenerating, and protective properties, they act deep down to strengthen the skin barrier and maintain the skin's natural moisture. Combining them with plant oils rich in essential fatty acids creates a complete treatment that meets the specific needs of autumn skin.
3 Essential Oils for a Fall Routine
Rose Geranium: The Essential for Balanced Skin
Rose geranium is a precious essential oil known for its balancing properties. It is particularly rich in monoterpene alcohols, such as geraniol and citronellol, which promote the regulation of sebum production, helping to balance skin in autumn, a time when it can easily become dry and uncomfortable.
- Practical advice : Add 1 to 2 drops of Rose Geranium essential oil to your daily moisturizer or to a vegetable oil (such as jojoba oil) for a rebalancing and protective treatment.
- Precautions : Not suitable for pregnant women under 3 months - Nor for children under 3 years old - Do not apply directly pure to the face to prevent any reaction.
Incense: A shield against external aggressions
Frankincense essential oil, also known as olibanum, is a valuable ally for protecting and soothing skin during the fall season. Rich in monoterpenes like alpha-pinene, it has anti-inflammatory and healing properties that help strengthen the skin barrier and protect against external aggressions, such as cold and wind. Frankincense also promotes skin cell regeneration, helping to reduce redness and tightness.
- Practical advice : Mix 1 to 2 drops of Frankincense essential oil into your daily moisturizer or in a carrier oil and apply to the face each evening for softer and better protected skin.
- Caution : Prohibited for pregnant women under 3 months - Prohibited for children under 6 years old - Dilute before application to the skin.
Damask Rose: For a radiant effect
Damask Rose essential oil is considered a precious oil for its powerful regenerative and revitalizing properties. Its composition of monoterpene alcohols helps stimulate cell renewal, tones the skin, and can improve its radiance. Damask Rose is also known for its calming and soothing properties, ideal for sensitive or irritated skin caused by the change of seasons.
- Helpful Tip : Add 1 drop of Damask Rose essential oil to a light carrier oil (like jojoba oil) for an ultra-hydrating fall serum to apply in the evening.
- Specific precautions : Prohibited for pregnant women under 3 months - Prohibited for children under 3 years old - Dilute before application to the skin.
Recipes for a Fall Routine
“Autumn Radiance” Serum
In autumn, facial skin is particularly exposed to temperature changes and dryness. A serum made from essential and plant oils can work deep down to restore radiance and comfort to the skin. This serum uses essential oils of Rose Geranium, Frankincense, and Damask Rose, which work together for a revitalizing effect.
Ingredients :
- 20 ml of jojoba vegetable oil
- 5 drops of rose geranium essential oil
- 3 drops of Frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops of Damask Rose essential oil
Preparation :
- Pour the jojoba oil into a 30 ml dropper bottle, then add the essential oils. Mix gently by shaking the bottle.
Use :
- Apply a few drops of this serum in the evening to clean, slightly damp skin for optimal absorption. Gently massage into the face using light circular motions.
- Benefits : This serum nourishes the skin and strengthens the natural protective barrier for a luminous and rested complexion.
“Velvet Skin” Mask
The Nourishing Mask is the perfect weekly treatment to help skin regain its elasticity and combat the drying effects of autumn. Combining essential oils with vegetable oil and rich muslin, this mask intensely nourishes the skin and restores its comfort.
Ingredients :
- 1 teaspoon of calendula muslin
- 1 teaspoon of Kukui oil
- 2 drops of rose geranium essential oil
- 2 drops of Damask Rose essential oil
Preparation :
- In a small bowl, combine the vegetable oil, muslin cloth, and essential oils. Apply a generous layer of the mixture to your face and leave on for 10 to 15 minutes.
Use :
- After the application time, remove excess mask with a soft cloth or rinse with warm water. Then apply your usual moisturizer to seal in the hydration.
Benefits:
- This mask deeply nourishes the skin, helps reduce redness and soothes irritation, while leaving the skin soft and revitalized.
“Autumn Caress” Oil
Autumn is also a time when the skin on your body needs nourishing care to combat the drying effects of the climate. The Autumn Regenerating Body Oil, enriched with Rose Geranium and Frankincense essential oils, combined with moisturizing plant oils, is ideal for supple and hydrated skin.
Ingredients :
- 15 ml of grape seed vegetable oil
- 9 ml of Kukui vegetable oil
- 3 drops of rose geranium essential oil
- 3 drops of Frankincense essential oil
Preparation :
- In a 30 ml bottle, pour the vegetable oils and then add the essential oils. Close and shake gently to mix well.
Use :
- After showering, apply this oil all over your body, massaging gently until completely absorbed. Use daily for best results.
Benefits:
- This body oil deeply hydrates the skin, protects it against external aggressions, and leaves a lasting feeling of softness and comfort.
Tips for a Fall Skincare Routine
To get the most out of essential oil treatments, it's important to prepare your skin and know when to apply them. Well-cleansed and lightly exfoliated skin will better absorb the active ingredients in essential and plant oils, allowing for deeper and longer-lasting hydration. In the fall, choose a gentle cleanse that respects the skin's hydrolipidic film to avoid further drying it out.
Preparation routine
- Cleansing : Use a gentle cleanser made with natural ingredients that gently cleanses the skin. Avoid overly astringent products that can damage the skin's barrier.
- Exfoliation : Once or twice a week, perform a gentle exfoliation to eliminate dead cells and promote absorption of the treatment.
- Time of application : In the evening, treatments based on essential oils are more effective because this is when the skin is in the cellular regeneration phase, allowing for better absorption of the active ingredients.
General precautions for the use of essential oils
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Dilution : Dilute essential oils before skin application to avoid irritation.
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Tolerance test : Before use, carry out a skin tolerance test by applying a small amount of the diluted synergy to the inside of the elbow and wait 24 hours to check for an allergic reaction.
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Do not use in children, pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice : It is imperative to consult the essential oils sheet and consult a health professional before any use in these specific cases.
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Precautions for medical conditions : People suffering from chronic illnesses (asthma, epilepsy, hypertension, etc.) should consult their doctor before using essential oils, as some may have adverse effects or be contraindicated with their treatment. Your doctor is the only primary player in your health.
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Beware of photosensitizing oils : Some essential oils, such as citrus oils (lemon, bergamot, grapefruit), can cause burns or skin spots if exposed to the sun after application. Do not use them before direct sun exposure.
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Avoid mucous membranes and eyes : Essential oils can cause severe irritation. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with a carrier oil, not water. Consult your doctor.
Incorporating essential oils into your skincare routine is a natural and effective way to protect and revitalize skin. In autumn, when weather conditions can dry out and weaken skin, careful preparation and the use of the right essential oils can strengthen the skin barrier while providing lasting comfort.
To maintain healthy, glowing skin this fall, don't forget to also support your skin from the inside out by drinking enough water, eating a diet rich in antioxidants and omega-3s, and performing nourishing weekly skincare routines.
By following this fall routine, you'll help your skin face the challenges of the season while benefiting from the benefits of essential oils for a luminous complexion and deep hydration. This natural approach is an ideal solution for keeping skin radiant, soft, and revitalized throughout the fall season.
References
Sources of information (bibliography):
Julien Kaibeck, Adopt slow cosmetics, Éditions Leduc, June 11, 2018, 256 p. ISBN: 9791028503130
Dominique Baudoux, For intelligent cosmetics, essential and vegetable oils, Dominique Baudoux, Édition Amyris, September 23, 2010, 208 p. ISBN: 978-2930353821
Laurence Rémy. Essential Oils and the Skin. Pharmaceutical Sciences. 1991. ffdumas-03651526f https://dumas.ccsd.cnrs.fr/dumas-03651526/file/1991GRE17023_remy_laurence_MP_dif.pdf
Maison Jacynthe disclaims all liability. All information contained on this page is not intended to replace justified allopathic treatment or to disregard the expertise of the medical profession. It is up to each individual to take charge of their own health, to inform themselves, and to make the necessary changes to improve their condition. Therapeutic supervision by a qualified health professional is obviously recommended.
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