Daily stress and fatigue and environmental factors such as air pollution can affect your skin's degree of radiance. Stress leads to the release of a powerful chemical known as a neurotransmitter that constricts blood vessels. By reducing blood circulation near the skin surface, this mechanism makes our complexion pale. As if stress and fatigue weren't enough, external factors such as pollution, humidity, and wind also have harmful effects on our complexion. Sometimes cold temperatures also take their toll, making skin even more fragile and dry.

Here is a Guide to Essential Oils for glowing, radiant skin all year long.

The suggested essential oils are readily available at health food stores. Essential oils are not for consumption and must always be diluted in a carrier before use. Add 2 to 3 drops of essential oil to approximately 1/8 cup of carrier oil. Mix gently. Keep tightly covered and use as required, preferably at bedtime. Keep out of direct light.

Acne: Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Patchouli, Rosemary, Tea Tree
Aging Skin: Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang
Dry Skin: Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang
Oily Skin: Geranium, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Lavender, Patchouli, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Tea Tree, Ylang-Ylang.