Lets Talk About skin Care, Beauty And Health Tips

I generally use liquid hand soap to wash my face. Lately it's been feeling all rubbery. Usually my skin care routine is just washing with soap and water, then scrubbing hard eve (not enough to make my skin raw or anything) every few days to get rid of dead skin cells and moisturizing with a tiny bit of coconut oil. How come my skin feels all rubbery?

Answer
You definitely should NOT use hand soap on your face. It's too harsh. You need to buy a good facial cleanser. Clinique is good, but it can be a little pricey. Olay works fine as well, it's what I use. Buy one that is meant for your skin type, there is dry, normal, combination, and oily. It might take a while to find one that works well for your skin, its a trial and error type process.

What are good ssential oils for skin care?

I've heard that when it comes to skin care, you need to use essential oils (not base oils). What's the difference between the two? I've been using Jojoba oil but I think I want to switch it around a bit. What's better for facial skin care, combination skin? There's jojoba, almond, grape seed, tea tree, sunflower seed, coconut, etc.

Answer
Overall, the effects of essential oils may be divided into two basic groups. Some essential oils have actual physical effects. For example, eucalyptus oil can be inhaled to help clear sinuses and the respiratory tract. This would obviously relieve some symptoms of an upper respiratory infection (URI). Some oils may be used topically (directly on the skin, where they would usually be absorbed by the body, or on a wound) to possibly relieve swelling or fight certain infections.

You can read more about various oils here:
http://www.aromatherapy-blends.net/aromatherapy-essential-oils.htm