Unlike other oils extracted from a nut or seed, olive oil is extracted from the olive fruit. Virgin and extra-virgin olive oils are produced through mechanical extraction only, then filtered. Olive oil is inexpensive compared to some of the other oils, and is a source of mono- and polyunsaturated fats, vitamin E, and squalene. Squalene helps regulate sebum (oil that acts as a barrier, inhibiting the growth of bacteria on skin) production. Squalene is also useful as an emollient and antioxidant to protect skin, Use olive oil directly on your face, and massage into body skin. It also makes an excellent hot oil treatment for hair: simply apply a small amount to hair, cover head with a shower cap, and wrap in a towel. After 20 minutes, shampoo as usual.
Benefits of Sesame Oil
Long used in Ayurvedic medicine for its soothing properties, sesame oil is high in vitamin E to nourish and rejuvenate skin and is resistant to rancidity. Studies show that sesame oil enhances tocotrienol levels in adipose (fat) tissue and skin, leading to improved antioxidant status.
Unfortunately, sesame allergy is becoming increasingly common, involving both anaphylaxis and contact dermatitis. If you are allergic to sesame seeds, you may be wise to avoid the use of sesame oil
Benefits of Avocado Oil
Rich in nutrient waxes, proteins, and minerals as well as vitamins A, D, and E, anti-inflammatory avocado is the perfect nutrition for dry and damaged skin, eczema, psoriasis, and sunburn. This heavy fruit oil penetrates deeply into the skin, and research shows that avocado is beneficial for wound healing.
Benefits of Jojoba Oil
This nonf ragrant emollient liquid wax is an ideal lubricant and noncomedogenic moisturizer (won’t clog pores) partially because it resists rancidity better than other oils. This oil also more closely resembles human sebum (oil) than any other plant oil, and helps to balance sebum production in oilier skins. While jojoba oil is great for oily skin, it’s also extremely nourishing for dry skin. Jojoba has also been used for its natural antifungal activity, against such unpleasantries as athlete’s foot and other fungal infections. Research also shows that jojoba oil inhibits the breakdown of collagen after sun exposure, which is a major cause of skin aging.
Benefits of Soybean Oil
Soybean oil is a pale yellow oil containing linoleic, oleic, linolenic, and palmitic acids. Soybeans also contain the isoflavones genistein, daidzein, and glycitein that are proven to have a remarkable ability to protect the skin from free radicals triggered by UVB sun rays. Other research suggests topical soybean oil may increase resistance to alopecia areata, an autoimmune skin disease that involves the loss of hair on the scalp and elsewhere on the body. Antioxidant soybean oil is also used to soften skin and as a moisturizer.
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