10 WAYS TO USE YOUR ZENZ ORGANIC OIL TREATMENT
Oils have never been as popular as they are now, and we understand the hype. Especially since natural oils are a pure luxury, both for hair and skin. Avocado oil is said to be the best, as it is packed with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that help to restore dry or irritated skin and revitalise matte and dull hair.
At ZENZ Organic, we use certified organic, cold-pressed avocado oil in all our four signature Oil Treatments. Each variant also contains a number of amazing, natural ingredients, which gives the oil extra powers.
Our natural oils are multifunctional, which means that you can use them in several ways - and maybe even cut down on the number of products you use in your beauty routine. Keep reading and let our experts inspire to at least 10 ways to use your ZENZ Organic Oil Treatments.
USE NATURAL OILS IN YOUR HAIR AND ON YOUR SCALP
Avocado oil is the ultimate oil to use in hair care. It is rich in vitamin A and E and gives you soft and shiny hair, while the oil nourishes and strengthens your scalp. All four Oil Treatments from ZENZ Organic can be used on both hair and scalp, and the different oils each have unique properties. If you suffer from oily hair you can choose Oil Treatment Sweet Mint no. 96. If you suffer from hair loss, you can use both Sweet Mint is no. 96 and Deep Wood no. 99. If you suffer from psoriasis, you should try Warm Chamomile no. 98. Do you suffer from allergies or sensitive skin, then you should remember that Oil Treatment Pure no. 97 comes without perfume and certified by both the Nordic Swan Ecolabel and AllergyCertified. If you are unsure about which of the oil treatments you should try, we are always happy to help you find your right match.
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1. HOW TO MAKE AN OIL TREATMENT FOR YOUR HAIR?
Use your favourite oil as a hair treatment - either alone or mix it with Treatment Pure no. 03. Apply the treatment to wet, semi-dry or dry hair and leave it in for 10-30 minutes. Add shampoo and rinse thoroughly with water, then finish with conditioner. If your hair or scalp needs some extra care, you can also try an overnight oil treatment, where the oil stays in your hair overnight. You can read more about the overnight hair treatment here.
2. REVITALISE DRY TIPS WITH A NATURAL OIL
If you suffer from dry ends then you could try reviving them by applying some oil. The finer your hair is, the less oil you will need. Use the oil in towel-dry or dry hair – test it first and see what works best for your hair.
3. USE YOUR NATURAL OILS AS A HEATH PROTECTANT
Your Oil Treatment is also great for styling your hair. The obvious choice with a hair oil is to create a classic wet look where the oil is allowed to shine. However did you know that you can also use it as a heat protectant and apply it to the lengths of your hair before blow-drying or using hot styling tools. Mix your oil with Styling Gel no. 12 for extra care and remember that a single drop of oil will often be more than enough. The oil is also great to tame flyaway hairs on the top of your head that refuse to stay down. We recommend that you mix the oil with Styling Paste no. 06 for a long-lasting result.
4. REPLACE OR BOOST YOUR SKIN CARE WITH NATURAL OILS
Thanks to the many nourishing properties of avocado oil and apricot kernel oil, our Oil Treatments are perfect to use as skin care products too. Use the oil directly on your skin or add a drop or two in your cream or lotion. You can also use your multifunctional oil as face and body care. This can help you cut down on the number of products in your beauty routine. When using the oil treatment on your face, remember to let it dry before applying makeup. For winter dry skin you can use Warm Chamomile no. 98. If you are pregnant, use the fragrance-free Pure no. 97 which can also be used for the baby when it’s born. During pregnancy it is important to take extra good care of your skin, since the expanding skin can be under extra pressure.
5. HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN OIL SCRUB FOR YOUR FACE & BODY
A good body scrub will help remove dead skin cells and make your skin look fresh and supple. Mix your favourite oil with organic cane sugar and apply the mixture on dry skin. Apply it all over your body before jumping in the shower. Sweet Mint no. 96 has a tightening effect on the skin and can help with water retention and cellulite. If you mix the oil with fine organic sugar, you can give your face a very gentle massage with the mixture and minimise fine lines while adding lots of moisture. You can also use fresh, organic coffee grounds both on your scalp and skin. Just remember to use the mixture on the day you make it. Just to avoid the coffee grounds from turning bad. Another way to use the scrub is by applying it on your lips. Scrubbing your lips will help your lip gloss or lipstick look beautiful all day, it will also create a smoother finish while leaving you with ultra-soft lips.
6. ADD OILS WITH A NATURAL FRAGRANCE TO YOUR FOOT BATH
On days when you feel like taking extra time or care of your body and soul, a warm foot bath is truly wonderful. You can add a little oil to the water in your foot bath. The oil will help with softening hard skin so that your feet will become soft. All four oil treatments from ZENZ Organic can be used to enhance the experience of your foot baths.
7. ADD OIL TO YOUR MAKEUP
You can create new textures and finishes with your makeup by adding an oil treatment. Add a drop of oil to loose mineral powder and create a creamy liquid foundation. You can also add the oil to your eyeshadows to create a more pigmented and dramatic eye look. We recommend that you mix the fragrance-free Pure no. 97 with makeup. Just because your face and the area around your eyes can be extra sensitive and with the Pure oil you can be assured that the risk of a skin reaction is at a minimum.
8. USE A NATURAL OIL AS A MAKEUP REMOVER FOR SENSITIVE EYES
Oil Treatment Pure no. 97 is the perfect makeup remover and can even handle waterproof mascara. Of course, the oil also provides a nourishing effect when used as a makeup remover, so it also helps to keep the sensitive skin around your eyes healthy and moisturised.
9. A GENTLE & NATURAL OIL TREATMENT FOR YOUR BABY
Pure no. 97 is an amazing all-round oil that you can use to take care of your baby, since it is certified by the Nordic Swan Ecolabel and AllergyCertified and comes without any form of fragrance. To take care of your baby you can add the oil to bath water instead of using drying soaps. You can also use it as a moisturiser for dry and delicate baby skin. The oil can also help with diaper rashes and dry winter cheeks in the colder months. If your baby develops cradle cap, you can use a little oil to loosen the scaly patches from the scalp and remove it with a soft baby toothbrush. You can follow this by washing it off with water or Shampoo no. 01.
10. A NATURAL & EFFICIENT TREATMENT OF HEAD LICE
If you have children, there is a fair chance that you know how frustrating it can be when someone in the family catches head lice. Fortunately, you can get rid of them by applying hair and scalp treatments with Sweet Mint no. 96. The lice are unable to breathe in the oil and will come to the surface. The ginger and peppermint, found in Sweet Mint no. 96, helps to suffocate them - effectively and without harmful chemicals.
How To Get Rid of Lice with an Oil Treatment
- Apply a large amount of oil to the hair.
- Wrap the hair in an old towel or plastic film and leave it in for 30 minutes.
- Comb the hair with a fine-toothed head lice comb. For hair that is thicker or otherwise difficult to comb through, apply Conditioner no. 02 before combing.
- Comb your hair every other day for 2 weeks to get rid of newly hatched lice.
Do you want to learn more about how you can maintain a healthy hair and a scalp in balance? Explore our blog universe full of tips and tricks here.