Moisturising, balancing and rejuvenating, essential oils have many skin benefits, in addition to their ability to boost the mood or calm the senses. To use essential oils for creating your own skin-friendly beauty care, simply follow the below steps, remembering that as they are highly concentrated, essential oils should always be diluted in a carrier oil before application.

1. choose your carrier oil

Essential oils can easily be mixed in one of Natio’s plant-based carrier oils, which dilutes the highly concentrated oils into something which can safely be applied directly to the face.

Choose from:

Jojoba Carrier Oil: this pure, cold-pressed plant oil suits all skin types. Jojoba closely resembles the skin's natural oils, enabling it to absorb quickly without clogging pores. Rich in Vitamins B, C and E, Jojoba Oil is deeply moisturising and can help target stretch marks, acne and the visible signs of ageing over time.

Sweet Almond Carrier Oil: rejuvenate and condition your skin with this deeply moisturising, 100% pure cold-pressed plant oil, naturally rich in Vitamin E and fatty acids. For all skin types. Helps to hydrate and soothe the skin.

2. choose your essential oil

Natio's essential oils range from floral and fruity to citrus, herbal and woody. Oils are 100% pure and natural, and have a range of benefits for the skin, soul and senses. Each one can be used singularly or mixed to create your own unique blend.

3. choose your application method

1. Moisturising treatment
Add 1 drop of your favourite essential oil to 1 teaspoon of carrier oil (or one tablespoon for sensitive skin) and warm between the palms of your hands. Using slow, circular motions, gently massage oil into the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Ensure the oil has time to absorb then wipe away any excess with a cotton wipe, leaving skin silky smooth and moisturised.

2. Cleansing oil
Add 1 drop of your favourite essential oil to 1 teaspoon of carrier oil (or one tablespoon for sensitive skin) and warm between the palms of your hands. Avoiding the eye area, gently massage over the face in long, slow motions. Soak a cloth in warm, steamy water and wring out excess. Then once the oil has absorbed into your skin, press the cloth into your face and hold for a moment until it cools. Gently wipe away excess oil and impurities. Rinse cloth well and repeat as needed until skin feels clean and refreshed.

3. Swab
Add (maximum 2 drops of) 2-3 of your favourite essential oils to a basin of warm water with some carrier oil. Mix thoroughly to disperse oil, then dab onto targeted areas of the face with a cotton wipe and directly benefit from the essential oil properties. Be careful to avoid the eye area.

4. Compress
Choose your favourite essential oil, or mix 2-3 essential oils together (using 2 drops of each only) and add with a carrier oil to a basin of warm water. Mix thoroughly to disperse oil, then soak a face cloth in the water and wring out excess. Bathe the face with cloth for a few seconds, avoiding the eye area, and repeat until skin feels soft and refreshed.

Essential oils can be used to provide natural nourishment from head to toe. Try one of Natio’s luxurious massage oils or mix your favourite essential oils with one of Natio’s pure plant carrier oils to create your very own, all-natural bath, body or hair treatment.

1. choose your application 

1. Body Moisturiser Add 3-6 drops of your favourite essential oil to 1 tablespoon of carrier oil and warm between the palms of your hands (for sensitive skin use half the amount of essential oil). Using long, slow motions gently massage oil into the skin, allowing time to absorb for smooth, supple skin tip to toe.

2. Aromatic bath Help relax the mind and nourish the skin with this luxurious bath-time experience. Simply mix 3-6 drops of your favourite essential oil with a small amount of your favourite carrier oil and swirl into a bath. Then sit back, relax and enjoy the aromatics and softening natural moisturisers as you bathe.

3. Foot bath To help soften and relieve dry, tired feet, choose your favourite essential oil and add 3-6 drops into a foot bath or large bowl of warm water with a small amount of carrier oil. Immerse your feet for at least 15 minutes to allow the natural oils to nurture both skin and soul.

4. Hair & scalp treatment Mix 4-6 drops of essential oil with 100ml of warm water and rinse through clean damp hair for added shine and lustre. Follow by shampooing and conditioning hair as normal. For a deep conditioning treatment, add 3 drops of your favourite essential oil to 1 tablespoon of carrier oil and massage through the lengths of your hair (use half the amount of essential oil for sensitive skin/scalp). Allow to absorb – approx. 10 minutes - before rinsing with water then washing.

5. Massage Select from either the Relaxation or Sports & Muscle Recovery Massage Oil. To use, warm the oil between your hands and using long, slow motions, massage oil over the skin, starting at the shoulders, neck and arms and working down the back and legs to help unwind, relax and ease muscle tension.

2. choose your carrier or massage oil

Carrier Oils
Jojoba Oil – For all skin types. Used for acne and signs of ageing, suitable for the face.

Sweet Almond Oil – For all skin types. Helps hydrate and soothe skin.

Massage Oils
Relaxation Oil – For all skin types. With Lavender and Rose Oil. Often used to calm and soothe.

Sports & Muscle Recovery Oil – For all skin types. With Rosemary, Cinnamon and Wintergreen Oil. Often used to stimulate and nurture.

3. choose your essential oil

Essential Oils
Let your mood guide you as to which essential oil you choose to incorporate into an all-natural body treatment. From floral and fruity to citrus, herbal and woody, Natio essential oils are 100% pure and natural and can be used singularly or blended with other oils.

Essential Oil Blends
Choose an essential oil blend from the Home Happiness or Focus On ranges. These pre-mixed oil blends combine multiple essential oils to help calm the body, boost the mood and promote restful sleep.

4. get started

Simply mix your favourite essential oil or essential oil blend with a carrier oil to enjoy the relaxing and nourishing benefits of full body pampering. Experience a moisturising body treatment, luxurious aromatic bath, heavenly foot bath or conditioning hair and scalp treatment. Use the pre-mixed massage oils for a full body massage and take a sensory journey with essential oils.