Tuesday, 4 February 2014

Benefits of Almond oil

Almond oil is acquired from dried almonds through a process called cold pressing.The almond oil is a pale yellow colored liquid rich in proteins,Vitamin D, considered as extremely nourishing. It is an excellent emollient and  known for its ability to soften and repair the skin. The almond oil is well recognized as a carrier oil in aromatherapy and also found application as skin care oil.

Here are some beauty benefits you can derive from almond oil:

Reducing Wrinkles: Apply almond oil at night after cleansing. Can be applied everyday for faster results.

Exfoliating: Mix 3 spoons of brown sugar with a tablespoonful of almond. Apply the mixture on your face and massage using circular motions. Avoid delicate areas like under eye.Rinse well
Regular usage of this scrub will help in preventing blackheads, acne and other skin problems

As a Facial Moisturizer: Almond oil is a very good moisturizer. Apply one or two drops of the oil on your skin after cleansing. Allow the oil to settle for some few minutes.

For Stretch Marks: Because of its emollient quality almond oil tightens the skin thus reduces stretch marks. Apply some almond oil on the area of your skin with stretch marks. Massage the skin gently in a circular motion for a few minutes after bath.

Chapped Lips: Use almond oil instead of petroleum jelly/lip balms.

Makeup Remover: As almond oil is one of the least greasy oils it acts as an ideal makeup remover.  It opens the pores and ensures that all the makeup is removed. 

Hair fall and split ends: Mix almond, coconut or olive oil; heat it. Apply this once a week and you will notice a change in a few weeks.

For damaged hair: Mashed avocado with almond oil and apply it as a hair mask. Leave it for 20-30 minutes followed by hair wash.

Strong nails: Take a few drops of almond oil and massage it on your cuticles to get rid of rough, ragged cuticles.

For thick and long eyelashes: Apply almond oil on the eyelashes. Try to apply multiple coats to ensure that eyelashes are properly covered.

As an Eye Cream: Apply one or two drops of almond skin oil around your eyes and pat gently using the tips of your fingers before bedtime. It will help to clear puffed eyes and dark circles too.

Note: Always test sensitivity to an oil before use. Apply a small dab on your wrist or lower arm and watch for any reactions over a 24 hour period.

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