Small bumps on the skin can be a variety of things including whiteheads or irritation caused by allergic reaction. While all new bumps they do not go away after a short period of time should be checked by a qualified dermatologist, there are some treatments that can help to get rid of little bumps that do not require medical attention, according to Susan E. Worwood, author of "Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils and Aromatherapy," and Marcel Lavabre, author of "Aromatherapy Workbook."
Step 1
Combine all of the essential oils and the olive oil in a container with a tight-fitting top.
Step 2
Pour a small amount of the mixture onto your fingers. Gently massage the oil onto the affected skin. Leave the oil on for 12 to 15 minutes without wiping it off.
Step 3
Rinse your skin with lukewarm water and wash with the gentle cleanser. Pat skin dry with a clean cotton towel and apply your regular moisturizer.
Step 4
Use this treatment once per day in the evening only. Stop using the essential oil mixture if it causes redness, dry skin or any other type of irritation.
Step 5
Keep unused portions of the essential oil mixture in the refrigerator for up to 90 days. Throw the mixture away after that point.
Tips and Warnings
- Test a small portion of the essential oil mixture behind your knee or in the crook of your elbow before applying it to a large visible area of skin. Allergies are uncommon, but they do happen from time to time.
- This treatment has not been approved by the food and drug administration. If you are concerned about your overall safety or the effectiveness of this remedy, contact your doctor or dermatologist before beginning treatment. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and UV tanning lamps for two to three hours after using this treatment. Citrus essential oils can cause irritation to the skin if exposed to UV light too sun after treatment.
Things You'll Need
- ½ tsp. galbanum essential oil
- ½ tsp. geranium essential oil
- ½ tsp. lemon essential oil
- ½ tsp. lime essential oil
- ¼ tsp. cinnamon leaf essential oil
- ¼ tsp. angelica essential oil
- ¼ tsp. benzoin essential oil
- ¼ tsp. rosewood essential oil
- 1 cup olive oil
- Gentle cleanser
- Clean cotton towel
- Regular moisturizer
References
- "Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils and Aromatherapy"; Susan E. Worwood; 1995
- "Aromatherapy Workbook"; Marcel Lavabre; 1996
