Although it is present in all kitchens, olive oil should not be limited to them. While it’s great in salads, with the return of cold weather, this basic, all-purpose vegetable oil with extraordinary virtues can give your body, hair or face care routine a big boost to look great naturally. From removing makeup to caring for very dry feet, discover the best beauty uses for olive oil.
1-Olive oil for hair beauty.
To make your own hair oil bath, you don’t need to hit all the shelves of your local organic grocery stores. Good olive oil is very effective in revitalizing dry, dull and damaged hair. It adds shine without damaging the coloring. It is also very useful for soothing scalp irritations. Itchy scalp is no longer a problem. To do this, apply your oil on the areas to be treated, always insisting on the lengths and ends. If possible, wrap the hair in a hot towel or a charlotte and leave it for at least an hour (or even overnight) before shampooing.
2-To soften calluses
Massaging the skin with olive oil helps soften very dry skin on elbows, knees and feet. For the latter, you can even consider putting on a good layer at night before going to bed. Then put on a pair of cotton socks and leave it on all night. You’ll wake up with baby-soft skin….
3-For nail and cuticle care
No need to spend money on cuticle oil anymore. To keep your nails strong and flawless, apply olive oil with lemon to your nails before gently pushing back your cuticles. If your nails are very brittle, you can also strengthen them by soaking them in a lemon oil bath or adding lemon essential oil. Massage them for a long time and gently clean them for nourished hands and less split nails.
4-For the beauty of damaged hands
Do your hands look damaged and dry from the cold or after a long afternoon of gardening or cleaning? In that case, indulge in a gentle treatment with olive oil to revitalize them! Simply apply a few drops before putting on your cotton gloves. After a night’s sleep, this revitalizing treatment will leave you with beautiful hands that don’t have crocodile skin.
5-Olive oil to remove makeup and beautify the face
To remove all traces of lipstick, waterproof eyeliner, mascara or foundation, olive oil can be very effective. It gently dissolves makeup while caring for the skin. This anti-aging olive nectar is rich in vitamins A, D, E and K, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. In addition, this product strengthens eyelashes and does not dry out the skin, unlike conventional makeup removers. It also soothes irritated skin.
How to use? Apply a few drops to the face with your fingers or a washable cotton pad. Then cleanse your skin with a mild cleanser to remove oil and prevent clogged pores.
6-Olive oil for the beauty of the skin
Applied to slightly damp skin after showering, olive oil leaves skin velvety smooth and helps fade minor skin scars. It is also ideal for skin overheated by the sun or prone to irritation (redness, itching, etc.). There is only one rule to follow: do not use too much. Just apply a few drops and massage them into the skin for a long time. And for a more toning effect, nothing prevents you from keeping it in the fridge before applying it! We also love to make a mask for dry skin with honey and an egg yolk. This will leave your skin glowing, both on the face and body….
7-An olive oil scrub
In addition to the application before going to bed, you can also give your feet a homemade scrub with coarse salt and lemon juice. Massage it into cracked heels for a long time and leave it on for maximum effectiveness. For the rest of the body, however, you can opt for slightly milder ingredients so as not to irritate the skin. The combination of olive oil and coffee grounds or olive oil and sugar is sure to get rid of all the dead skin on your legs and arms.
8-Olive oil as a mouthwash
Just like coconut oil, you can use olive oil as a mouthwash. Just add a drop or two of peppermint essential oil or clove essential oil for extra freshness.
