Caring for your skin begins with a thoughtfully crafted daily routine. From cleansing and exfoliating to toning and moisturizing, each step should be tailored to your skin’s unique needs with the right products and ingredients. Finding effective and gentle skincare essentials can be challenging. That’s where Pili Ani comes in. Our products are infused with natural, skin-loving ingredients, like the rare and potent Elemi Oil. This remarkable ingredient helps rejuvenate your skin and keep it looking radiant and healthy.
What is Elemi Oil?
Elemi Oil comes from the resin of the Canarium luzonicum tree, a liquid obtained from its sap that oozes from cuts in the bark. The oil is extracted by tapping the Elemi tree like how maple trees are tapped for syrup. Before it was used in skincare products, Elemi resin helped indigenous communities in the Philippines soothe coughs, repair damaged skin, and strengthen the respiratory system. It was also used in religious ceremonies and rituals, where the liquid was burnt to produce aromatic smoke. Natives believed the smoke could purify spaces and bring positive energy to those areas. Some gave Elemi resin to the spirits and gods to show their devotion.
The use of Elemi eventually spread to Europe, with chemists making the most of its medicinal properties. Medieval European apothecaries made antiseptics and balms from the resin to heal wounds. Later on, Elemi was sought after for perfumes and skincare products.
A Closer Look at Elemi’s Chemistry
Elemi Oil leaves a sweet, citrusy, and woody scent on the skin. Multiple chemical compounds give the sticky resin its distinctively fragrant aroma.
- Limonene makes Elemi smell citrusy and serves as a mood booster.
- An abundance of elemol and elemicin helps the oil combat acne-causing bacteria.
- Elemol soothes the skin and allows the Earth’s natural healing energy to flow in the body.
- Elemicine was found to be rich in antioxidants and an antimicrobial compound.
- Terpinene adds to Elemi’s fresh and slightly spicy tones while fighting free radicals and harmful bacteria.
- Phellandrene is to thank for Elemi’s woody scent. Plus, it can ease inflammation and pain.
- Eugenol mixes a little spiciness with antimicrobial and analgesic (pain-relieving) properties.
Elemi Oil & Its Skin-Loving Benefits
When it comes to skincare, Elemi Oil offers several skin-loving benefits.
Reverse Skin Damage
If you’re constantly out and about, your skin gets exposed to damaging pollution and dirt. Both are sources of free radicals, the unstable molecules that cause oxidative stress. The secret lies in the antioxidants it contains. These important ingredients protect your skin from free radicals, restoring healthy skin in the process.
Prevent the Premature Signs of Aging
While aging happens over time, factors like sun exposure, an unhealthy diet, and even stress can speed up the process. Premature signs of aging include the dreaded duo of wrinkles and fine lines, which Elemi Oil can reduce by toning and firming your skin.
Fight Bacteria & Reduce Impurities
Angry red acne also keeps you from looking your best. With elemol, elemicine, terpinene, and bits of eugenol in it, Elemi Oil clears away acne-causing bacteria and impurities. Think of it as treating your skin to a much-needed detox.
Give Your Skin a Healthy, Radiant Glow
As Elemi Oil penetrates the skin, it corrects uneven skin tone for a glowing and hydrated complexion. The oil also reduces visible blemishes and acne scars, adding to the radiant, even, and smooth skin it helps achieve.
Hydrate & Nourish Skin
Elemi Oil locks in moisture to hydrate, nourish, and moisturize your skin. Additionally, it can make dry skin look healthy, supple, and smooth.
How to Add Elemi Oil Into Your Skincare Routine
The best thing about building a daily skincare routine is you can squeeze more steps (and skincare essentials!) into it. Here’s how to incorporate Elemi Oil into your regimen.
Applying Elemi Oil to Your Skin
Since Elemi is an essential oil, diluting it with a carrier oil and applying it to your face is the simplest way to use it. You can also combine two drops each of Elemi, lavender, and neroli oils with four teaspoons of your chosen carrier oil to prevent or reverse signs of premature aging. Need more than pure Elemi for your skin? Mix some of your favorite skin cream or lotion with some oil. Four to five drops (or less) will do for moisturized skin. Then, gently massage the mixture all over your skin. Pat it dry, or wait for the oil’s benefits to show on your skin.
Pro Tip: Do a patch test before applying Elemi Oil to your skin. Put a little oil on the inside of your arm and check for irritation after 24 hours.
Top Picks for Elemi-Infused Skincare Products
Right now, you may be wondering which products contain the powerful Elemi. At Filipino-owned beauty and wellness brand Pili Ani, we’ve made this potent oil a core ingredient of our all-natural skincare products.
If you want to try Elemi Oil, consider adding these products to your daily skincare routine.
- Start your regimen with our Gentle Facial Cleanser and Purifying Toner. This combination fights off bacteria and impurities while balancing your skin’s pH level.
- Moisturizing creams, like the Pili Ani Intense Hydrating Facial Cream, nourish skin and repair damage.
- Facial oils are another must-have for your skincare routine. Our Ageless Concentrate, with the highest concentration of Elemi, sinks into the skin easily to detoxify it, lessen pores and fine lines, and protect it from free radicals.
Look & Feel Your Best with Nourishing Skincare Essentials
From smoothening noticeable lines on the skin to evening out complexion, Elemi Oil does a lot to keep your skin healthy and glowing. It’s also a powerful alternative to the seemingly harmless ingredients found in many skincare products.
When you buy Elemi-infused skincare essentials from Pili Ani, you get products that are good for your skin and the environment. Shop for all-natural additions to your skincare routine on our website today.
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