Rosewood oil
If you have extremely oily skin then rosewood oil is the best option for you. This essential oil scours away excessive sebum and also limits the sebum production, thus treating your breakouts. The splendid aroma of this essential oil is known to have a rejuvenating effect on dull and damaged skin. If you have very sensitive or dry skin then rosewood oil is not the right option for you.
Bergamot oil
Bergamot oil has a revitalizing fragrance that helps it rejuvenate dull and damaged skin. It has excellent drying properties and absorbs excessive sebum giving you a shine free and clear skin. To add on, bergamot oil also works as an anti bacteria agent. This essential oil is not used alone to treat acne. It is generally used as a part of a blend of various oils to treat acne. It is suggested that you use this oil in lower concentration to avoid extreme drying and peeling of skin.
Lavender oil
Lavender oil is one essential oil that not just treats acne but also restores dull and damaged skin. It’s antibacterial properties make it apt for acne treatment
. Lavender oil also has a soothing effect on the skin. It sooths the itching and also neutralizes the redness that is accompanied with acne. Experts suggest using a diluted form of this essential oil.
Clove oil
Clove oil tops the list of essential oils for acne treatment in terms of efficacy. It is highly effective and destroys the acne causing bacteria completely. Clove oil not just treats pimples and zits but is also helpful in treating acne scars, blemishes and spots. Since clove oil is very strong, it is suggested that you dilute it with grapeseed oil. Using this essential oil in high concentration may help clear stubborn acne but can cause extreme burning of skin.