All natural oils are beneficial and have a beneficial effect on health. Is not an exception and apricot oil - its benefit for the face is recognized by cosmeticians from around the world. It acts very gently, gently and extremely effectively. And the main advantage of apricot oil can be considered its versatility - it is suitable for all types of skin.
Useful properties of apricot oil for the skin
The secret of apricot oil - in its unique, rich in vitamins, minerals and useful acids composition. The beneficial properties of the oil provided by this composition can be said for a very long time:
- The product perfectly nourishes the skin, softens and moisturizes it. After using creams and masks based on apricot oil, unpleasant peeling stops.
- Microelements contribute to the rapid synthesis of collagen, so that the skin becomes more elastic and pleasant to the touch.
- The product has a powerful antibacterial and antiseptic effect, so it can safely be used on problematic skin.
- After applying apricot oil for the face, the skin rejuvenates. Moreover, the product helps to smooth even the deepest wrinkles. Although, of course, there will be a lot of time left for this.
- Oil significantly improves the complexion and tones the skin remarkably.
Applying apricot oil to the face
It's nice to say that there are no contraindications to the use of apricot kernel oil. Cosmetic means based on this oil can be used for both adult and baby skin. In addition, they are ideal for daily use.
Another great plus for face based on apricot kernel oil is in their availability. They can easily be prepared and used at home, the main thing is to have their main ingredient in stock. Use of apricot oil can be done in different ways:
- Cosmetologists recommend using a remedy instead of a cleansing tonic for the face. To maximize the effect, it is recommended to heat the oil a little.
- On the basis of apricot kernel oil, effective therapeutic compresses are made.
- And, of course, the product is added to many masks, scrubs and face creams.
In fact, the simplest face mask is pure apricot oil. It is simple enough to apply on the skin with a thin layer and leave for a while (half an hour should be enough with the head). After that, the mask can be removed with a damp cloth or washed off with warm running water.
Other effective cosmetics based on apricot oil for the face are prepared according to the following recipes:
- To prepare a nourishing mask for the face and décolleté zone in 25 ml of pure apricot add a few drops of any other essential oil and in a water bath heat to 37 degrees. Dampen gauze in the mixture and put on the skin. Leave your eyes open, mouth and nose. Top cover gauze with polyethylene or parchment and wrap it with a warm towel. After twenty minutes, remove the mask and wash it warm
running water. - Use apricot oil for oily skin in the oat mask. Add on a tablespoon of milk, butter and melted honey into detailed flakes. Mix and put on face for a quarter of an hour.
- For a mixed skin type, a peach and apricot mask mask mixed in a one to one ratio is suitable. The same mixture is also suitable for rapid wiping.
- Another good mask for the skin of apricot oil - with milk semolina porridge, yolk and honey.
In addition to the fact that the oil improves the skin condition, it also has a positive effect on the eyelashes, which, after use, become thicker, longer and healthier.