Is olive oil (for skin) really a good solution?
The answer to the question of whether olive oil works against aging may disappoint you, but here is what our beauty expert recommends.
The answer to the question of whether olive oil works against aging may disappoint you, but here is what our beauty expert recommends.
If you ask most Hollywood stars why they owe their youthful appearance, it is unlikely that the answer will not be olive oil. It seems that if we lubricate it every day, we don't have to worry about aging. Is that really so? Olive oil is obtained by pressing the whole olive fruit. It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants. It is one of the best-proven vegetable oils due to its emollient and hydrating properties.
Therefore, it is part of many creams, serums, and moisturizers, but it is also available as a standalone product. Squalene, as one of the ingredients of this oil, is known for its excellent hydrating abilities. How can all this, supposedly, olive oil help us?
- Prevents skin dehydration
- Prevents damage caused by external influences
- It has anti-aging properties
- Helps heal wounds
As you read this, you are probably thinking that olive oil is all you need and that Hollywood stars are right. However, we must disappoint you. Olive oil brings numerous health and skin benefits, but in the diet, not when used externally on the skin. What is the problem? Excessive use of pure olive oil on the skin can damage it and increase the chance of acne. In people with oily skin, in addition to acne, it can also cause irritation, rash, and redness. The possibility of allergic reactions in the form of dermatitis, or eczema is not excluded...
Although olive oil has been in use since ancient times, there are no studies that provide definitive evidence of real benefits for the skin. How to protect yourself, if you still want to continue using olive oil? If you have oily or problematic skin, then our advice is not to try at all, because you will make the situation worse. If you do not belong to this group, then before applying olive oil on the face, put a small amount on the forearm and monitor whether any of the side effects may develop (redness, itching ...). If you notice any of this, you should definitely not apply olive oil on your face.
Don't worry, for those of you who still want to continue with olive oil after reading this text, we have suggestions. Use preparations that have ingredients that have been proven to have anti-aging properties, including retinoids, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, peptides, AHA or BHA acids, vitamin C... And of course - don't forget the sunscreen every morning!
