6 surprisingly effective beauty uses of sesame oil
Some spas at resorts on many of the world's major islands love to use sesame oil for therapeutic massages for their clients.
Sesame oil is a popular food, easy to find, has a low price but contains many minerals, protein, antioxidants, lecithin to nourish skin cells. Usually only used in food processing, few people know that sesame oil is considered one of the best natural oils to nourish skin and hair.
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Anti-aging
If your skin is dry or has a few wrinkles, try applying some sesame oil. Sesame oil is rich in antioxidants and vitamin E which helps prevent common signs of aging. Sesame oil can be used for external massage.
Apply sesame oil directly to the skin and massage for 4-5 minutes. Regular massage with sesame oil will help maintain a younger looking skin. Sesame oil also tightens the pores of the skin. Sesame oil is rich in anti-inflammatory properties, which helps reduce skin infections.
Sun protection
The hot summer with the harsh sunlight makes our skin easily sunburned and damaged if we do not have effective skin protection methods. The first sun protection solution that many people think of is "sunscreen" - convenient and easy to use.
And pure sesame oil is an effective natural “sunscreen”. Sesame oil can block about 30% of the sun’s rays. Apply sesame oil to exposed skin every 1-2 hours for optimal sun protection.
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Skin care
For skin care, you can mix 1/6 cup apple cider vinegar with 1/2 cup sesame oil and 1/4 cup warm water. You can use this mixture as a solution to nourish and regenerate the skin at night. Reduce the amount of apple cider vinegar if your skin is thin and easily irritated.
Many people have praised this as the best natural skin care oil as they got results of clean, bright, smooth, healthy skin after 1 month of use.
Hair care
This oil helps to prevent itchy scalp and also reduces dandruff. You can mix sesame oil with coconut oil and apply it on your scalp. Regular use of this mixture will help to reduce dandruff. Sesame oil is effective in treating hair loss and also reduces the problem of thinning hair. Massage your hair with sesame oil every week and see the results.
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Eyelash care
Many girls have thin eyelashes or eyelashes that fall out due to excessive use of eyelash curlers and mascara. Normally, the growth process of eyelashes usually lasts from 4-8 weeks, but if you know how to care for them with sesame oil, the process will be shortened.
Every night before going to bed, wash your eyelashes, then use a cotton swab to apply sesame oil, the next morning wash with warm water. Do this for 2-3 weeks, your eyelashes will grow quickly and black as desired.
Fresh breath
Sesame oil also has the effect of preventing gingivitis, periodontitis, and tartar. Research results have shown that sesame oil can reduce 85% of bacteria that cause gingivitis. Every day, you just need to pour sesame oil or coconut oil into a large spoon and rinse your mouth with it. After only a short time of use, you will be surprised by its effectiveness.
According to Alobacsi.vn