Essential oils are highly concentrated and potent liquid plant extracts that have therapeutic benefits. They provide various benefits to the skin, including anti-aging, rejuvenation, and regeneration. We offer many facial treatments that can help you achieve younger, more vibrant skin that combined with medical grade skincare and essential oils can make your skin appear brighter and more youthful. Contact Dr. Sonny O and his team today to learn more about our skincare options.  Many times people are looking for a “magic cream” to firm and tighten skin and combining it with surgical and nonsurgical options.  Dr. Sonny O offers a wide variety and of skin tightening options and we invite you in for a consultation to learn more.  This article will offer at home tips with using essential oils but also highlight services we offer to give you the best results. 

Face Tite or Timeless Lift

When there is excess skin, “turkey neck” or loss of volume FaceTite may be an option.  It utilizes radiofrequency to tighten up the skin over time.  This procedure is best for patients who are not ready for surgery or who are showing early signs of skin laxity and injectables, lasers, or creams are no longer working the way they used to.  Combining this with facial creams that include essential oils can extend results.  The Timeless Lift which is Dr. O’s signature lower face and necklift can be performed under local anesthesia.  This option is best with there is excess skin as well as muscle separation or relaxation.  This procedure takes off 10 + years and can have you looking refreshed in as little as 2 weeks.  Combining this procedure with essential oils and creams enhances the longevity for Timeless, Natural Results.  

BodyTite, Liposuction, or Abdominoplasty

BodyTite like FaceTite utilizes radiofrequency to tighten and tone the skin.  Many times this can be combined with liposuction for ultimate results.  An abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is the gold standard for women after having children or those that have lost a lot of weight.  It combines removing excess skin as well as tightening up muscles.  The results are amazing and bring back confidence. Combining these procedures with essential oil and creams will also enhance your results.  

So, what are essential oils?

Essential oils are powerful antioxidants that help with skin tightening. Here’s how:

  1. Antioxidants stave off free radicals and repair damaged skin cells that lead to sagging and inelastic skin.
  2. Essential oils help shrink large pores to create a flawless appearance. Their astringent nature promotes skin tightening and a youthful look.
  3. Essential oils boost collagen which keeps skin taut and prevents sagging.

These are the top essential oils that may help with skin tightening:

  1. Geranium
    2. Patchouli
    3. Frankincense
    4. Myrrh
    5. Neroli
    6. Tea Tree
    7. Rosemary
    8. Lemon
    9. Bergamot
    10. Cypress

Ready to Start at Home?

Here are 2 recipes to help you get started:

Pore-Tightening Serum

Customize this facial serum by adding the best carrier oil that suits your skin type:

  • Normal skin –use any carrier oil but stick to those that aren’t too heavy like jojoba oil.
  • Oily skin –use light-weight oils like grapeseed oil, sweet almond and apricot kernel.
  • Dry skin – use moisturizing emollients like olive oil, shea oil and liquid coconut oil.
  • Acne-prone skin – use oils that have a comedogenic rating of zero like sunflower, hemp seed and argan oil.
  • Anti-aging skin – use nourishing rosehip oil

Ingredients:

10 drops geranium
10 drops frankincense
7 drops lemon
2 tbsp carrier oil of choice
2 oz amber glass dropper bottle (where to get it)

Method:

In a dropper bottle, add the above oils, screw on the lid and shake the bottle gently to mix them up.
Store in a cool dry place.
To use, place about 2 – 3 drops of this blend on your palms, rub them together and deeply massage it onto your whole face.
Use at nighttime only because lemon is photo-sensitive.

Firming Facial Gel

Ingredients:
3 tbsp pure aloe vera gel
10 drops geranium or neroli
7 drops tea tree
Clean glass jar

Method:
Add the aloe vera gel to the amber jar then drop in the essential oils and stir well using a popsicle stick.
Store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Use just one finger scoop on your whole face after cleansing it and patting dry.

Now that you have tried the at home solutions, are you ready to take the next step?  Why not combine both treatments together for ultimate results?  Here are some reasons why:

Precision and Effectiveness

Surgical and nonsurgical procedures offer precision that essential oils simply cannot match. When addressing issues like loose skin, wrinkles, and sagging tissues, surgical methods directly target specific areas of concern. Procedures such as facelifts, neck lifts, eyelid surgeries and abdominoplasty surgeries provide immediate and noticeable tightening by removing excess skin and repositioning underlying tissues. These are personalized to everyone’s anatomy and desired outcomes, ensuring a targeted and effective approach.

Essential oils, on the other hand, offer a more generalized method of skin tightening. They are applied topically and rely on absorption through the skin to promote slight improvements in skin texture and elasticity. While essential oils can benefit overall skin health and hydration, their effects on tightening are minimal and often not as noticeable. Essential oils might help with superficial skin concerns but fall short regarding deeper, structural issues that surgical procedures can address.  Combining both treatments together yields the best results.

Personalization

Surgical facial procedures offer a level of personalization that essential oils cannot provide. Trusted plastic surgeons like Dr. Sonny O work closely with patients to assess their unique goals and develop a personalized treatment plan. This approach helps address the specific needs and desired outcomes of each patient with care. For example, a facelift can be combined with other procedures, such as eyelid surgery or brow lifts to achieve a balanced result. Essential oils, however, lack this level of personalization. They are generally marketed as one- size-fits-all solutions, which can be less effective for those with unique skin concerns. The lack

of personalization means that essential oils may not adequately address specific issues such as deep wrinkles, significant sagging, or uneven skin tone. While they can be a part of a daily skincare routine, they cannot replace the individualized approach and comprehensive results of surgical and nonsurgical interventions.  At Dr. Sonny O’s Office we combine Dr. O’s personalization with a customized skincare routine that focuses on an individualized plan based on your current skin and concerns.

Learn More

While essential oils for skin tightening may offer some benefits, they are limited in precision, effectiveness, and longevity compared to surgical procedures. Investing in surgical facial procedures can provide lasting and significant improvements personalized to your needs. To explore your options and learn more about the benefits of surgical facial procedures, contact Dr. Sonny O Plastic Surgery in Charleston, SC, to schedule a consultation.

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