Essential Oils For Pimples
Unfortunately, acne doesn’t leave us when we grow out of adolescence. Breakouts and stubborn pimples are an annoying part of adult life as a result of hormonal changes, stress and diet. When conventional skincare products aren’t doing your skincare routine justice, many are turning to the natural benefits of essential oils.
Essential oils offer a gentle remedy to help combat one of the most begrudging skin complaints around. Luckily, here is our helpful guide to some of the best essential oils for pimples.
What Causes Pimples?
When your pores become clogged by excess oil, bacteria, dead skin cells or dirt, a pimple will appear if the oil in your pores is unable to escape. Many factors may cause pimples, including:
- Hormonal changes
- Certain medications such as birth control or corticosteroids
- Genetics
- High-stress levels
- High-sugar or high carbohydrate diets
Treatment for pimples through conventional skincare products and a healthy lifestyle is often successful. However, flare-ups may be common and may require long-term treatment if the issue is persisting after a few months.
If you are concerned about your acne or suffer from acne scarring, you can always contact your dermatologist for treatment options.
Benefits Of Essential Oils For Pimples
Conventional skincare treatments for pimples often include salicylic acids, niacinamide and other ingredients known to strip, dry out and irritate the skin. Essential oils hold a host of skincare benefits and are a staple addition to any skincare routine.
Using essential oils offers a gentle alternative to treat pimples in their purest form without applying chemicals that may cause dryness. Filled with antibacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobial properties, some of their benefits include:
- Even out complexion
- Prevent bacteria growth
- Prevent infection
- Unclog pores
- Reduce the appearance of acne scarring
- Calms irritation
- Reduces redness and inflammation
Best Essential Oils For Pimples
Dealing with pimples can be tough. Luckily, some essential oils are known to help with breakouts. Some of our favourite essential oils for pimples include:
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea Tree Essential Oil is known for its powerful anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties and is believed to be one of the best essential oils for the skin. It may help to reduce inflammation and prevent bacteria growth and infection. It’s also known to help with the appearance of scarring.
Tea Tree Oil may be used in the following ways:
Diluting: Dilute in your favourite carrier oil, add your dilution to a roller bottle or glass pipette bottle and apply to the affected area. We recommend a 2 - 4% dilution for skin application and a 1 - 2% dilution for facial application.
Moisturiser: Add Tea Tree Essential Oil to your chosen moisturiser and apply to the skin. For facial application we recommend a 1 - 2% dilution.
Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary Essential Oil is known to be excellent for sebum production as it works to clear out the pores. It is also filled with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiseptic properties that may help to treat redness such as breakouts and puffiness without irritating the skin. Because of this, it is used in a lot of natural facial cleansers and serums.
Rosemary Oil may be used in the following ways:
Diluting: Dilute in your favourite carrier oil, add your dilution to a roller bottle or glass pipette bottle and apply to the affected area. We recommend a 2 - 4% dilution for skin application and a 1 - 2% dilution for facial application.
Moisturiser: Add Rosemary Essential Oil to your chosen moisturiser and apply to the skin. For facial application we recommend a 1 - 2% dilution.
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender Essential Oil is one of the most well known essential oils and is highly valued for its ability to prevent bacteria growth, heal pimples and clear the skin. Its natural anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiseptic properties reduce redness, unclog pores and lessen the appearance of scarring.
Lavender Oil may be used in the following ways:
Diluting: Dilute in your favourite carrier oil, add your dilution to a roller bottle or glass pipette bottle and apply to the affected area. We recommend a 2 - 4% dilution for skin application and a 1 - 2% dilution for facial application.
Moisturiser: Add Lavender Essential Oil to your chosen moisturiser and apply to the skin. For facial application, we recommend a 1 - 2% dilution.
Essential Oil Packs for Pimples
AWO’s Skin Repair Essential Oil Pack contains Lavender, Tea Tree and Myrrh essential oils, each believed to nourish and hydrate the skin.
With antibacterial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and healing properties, our Skin Repair pack is known to restore moisture balance in both dry and oily skin types. This combination is perfect for assisting with skin complaints such as acne.
Dilution Guidelines
Essential oils are highly concentrated so it’s important to dilute essential oils with carrier oils for topical application. Here are some of our favourite carrier oils:
- Coconut Oil
- Almond Oil
- Jojoba Oil
- Rosehip Oil
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please contact your GP or dermatologist before implementing essential oils into your skincare routine.
We recommend doing a skin patch before your first application to test for potential allergic reactions. If you experience any reactions in 24 hours we recommend that you discontinue.
Other Tips For Treating Pimples
Pimples may result from a variety of factors like genetics, diet, stress levels, hormone changes and infections. Aside from essential oils, several other natural remedies may help with treating pimples. These include:
- Apple cider vinegar
- Zinc supplements
- Apply green tea onto the skin
- Apply witch hazel
- Moisturise with aloe vera
- Fish oil supplements
- Exfoliate regularly
- Follow a healthy, low glycemic diet
- Reduce dairy intake
- Manage stress levels
- Exercise regularly
Where To Buy Essential Oils For Pimples
While essential oils are generally available to purchase at health, wellness and retail stores, it is important to keep in mind that the purity and quality of these essential oils will vary. That is why we recommend finding a reputable supplier.
Here at AWO, we have a wide selection of 100% pure essential oils and organic essential oils that are sold at reasonable prices. Because our stock is purchased in bulk quantities our costs are significantly less, which allows us to offer our high-quality products at affordable prices. We are also based right here in Australia!
Essential Oil Safety
Whilst essential oils are natural products, they are extremely potent and can cause serious harm if used incorrectly. For this reason, we recommend the following:
- In line with the Therapeutic Goods Act, we do not recommend ingesting essential oils without the guidance of a registered Aromatherapist or Naturopath.
- Avoid using Essential Oils during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
- We recommend storing your Essential Oils in a cool, dry place at room temperature, ensuring that they are not directly exposed to sunlight and are out of reach of children or pets.
- Essential Oils can be very concentrated and are likely to cause irritation or reactions if applied directly to the skin. For this reason, it is important to first dilute your essential oils before using topically (on the skin). Our recommended dilution percentages can be found under the ‘Best Essential Oils For Pimples’ section.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any illness.