Linseed oil for skin

Flaxseed ester is cold-pressed from solid foods, thus retaining all the beneficial vitamins, minerals and volatile compounds. Squeeze can be used as a component of masks, for natural scrubs and creams.

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Linen - This is a plant that is used not only for industrial purposes. Its seeds are a real storehouse of vitamins. At home, the oil from this plant is used to restore the dermis, protect the skin of the hands and face from adverse effects, or restore shine to the hair. This oil has the richest set of useful vitamins and antioxidants that act in the best way on the skin:

• unsaturated acids (fatty compounds) omega-3 and omega-6. The content of oleic acid in the composition is equivalent to the amount of beneficial trace elements in fish oil.It is known that the human body cannot produce these acids, although they are necessary for the proper functioning of all parts of the body and the functioning of the brain. The use of omega-3 + 6 is mandatory. Flaxseed oil comes first on the list of omega-6 foods and second, after fish oil, for omega-3s;
• vitamin PP (or niacin acid) - helps to saturate the cells of the epidermis with oxygen, improves tone, removes peeling and dehydration of the skin. Vitamin PP prevents the development of skin cancer, carefully eliminates melanomas;
• vitamin B1 (thiamine compound) - deeply nourishes and moisturizes the dermis, helps restore internal metabolic processes, which prevents the appearance of acne and acne;
• vitamin K - eliminates irregularities on the face, smoothes the surface of the skin, softens it and improves overall tone;
• folic acid (or vitamin B9) - restores internal processes and lipid metabolism, helps to relieve minor inflammation and protect the skin from negative environmental influences.

Daily use of oil or decoction of flax seeds can solve a whole range of problems, both medical and cosmetic:

• heals the skin from minor inflammation and local damage. It also helps to remove pimples and acne;
• alleviates skin diseases like dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis;
• prevents sagging and stretching of the skin, restores its elasticity and contributes to the overall tone of the body;
• soothes skin irritations;
• reduces the sensitivity of the soft epidermis, restores protective functions;
• rejuvenates the skin, improves the appearance of a fading dermis.

Flax oil can be used as a food supplement - skin healing in this case will be from the inside. Also, it is used as a concentrated agent for masks, creams, baths and compresses in complex care. The effect on the body will be holistic.

Flaxseed is used for facial skin if it has lost its natural luster, has begun to peel off and suffer from beriberi. Inside, the oil is used one tablespoon thirty minutes before meals, so the product is quickly absorbed and its effect is manifested quickly.

It is useful to use oil for external skin problems. Its application can be:

• for facial skin - the oil in its pure form is able to smooth out wrinkles, tighten the oval of the face and nourish the skin with microelements;
• for body - when using rubbing with linseed oil - cellulite, flabbiness of the skin disappears, its surface is leveled. To maintain this effect, massages with linseed oil should be done several times a week for several months;
• for hands and nails - oil is used as an independent tool, and the basis for masks and mixtures for hands. With its active use, it is possible to make the skin soft and smooth, restore a healthy, pink look to the nails, and also smooth out existing wrinkles;
• for the scalp. Linseed oil is a unique remedy - it prevents skin irritation and restores it after chemical dyes.

Flaxseed oil can be used everywhere. For example, its main properties are activated if the oil is used as a food additive.The naturally occurring etrogens found in seeds are powerful antioxidants. Also, the extract is often found in pharmacies, in capsules. As a rule, at the same time it has a mild composition with additional vitamins and minerals.

The taste of the product resembles something rancid - this is due to the rapid oxidation of nutrients. The smell is vegetable and does not create unpleasant associations. However, even if the packaging is sealed, the oil can be stored for only a few weeks when opened. In the production version, the oil can be saturated with additional extracts that prevent negative changes in the composition and oxidation of vitamins.

For cosmetic purposes, oil has been used for a very long time. As an ingredient in facial creams, as a means that promotes breast growth (do not be surprised, this is also possible). The extract also in its pure form helps to rejuvenate the skin. Unsaturated acids (the most useful) are a salvation for dry and damaged skin. And the vitamins in the composition are able to provide first aid for sensitive dermis.

In some masks, it can help with problems of oily epidermis. Flaxseed is also applicable for dry scalp. As the main component, oil, depending on combinations with other ingredients, can help aging skin, maintaining its youth, and taken orally during the drying of the body. In the latter case, linseed oil serves as a basic component for proper weight loss.

Use oil inside small children and pregnant women should be under the supervision of a doctor. Also remember that a quality product must be hermetically sealed in a glass bottle, have all the information on the back of the package. The date of manufacture is required on the lid. Otherwise, it is better not to buy oil.

The use of flax for the scalp is very effective. Since unsaturated acids nourish and restore the dermis, it is worth thinking about introducing a little habit: doing certain masks for the scalp several times a week. The product can be used undiluted:

• as an independent hair concentrate. The oil base must be poured in a small amount into the palm of your hand and rubbed into the scalp with smooth movements. Repeat the procedure several times a week, immediately after shampooing on wet hair. While the pores are open, the product acts as quickly as possible on the hair follicles and deep layers of the epithelium;
• as a mask for dehydrated dermis. The oil heated to room temperature must be distributed over dehydrated hair and dry scalp, then wrapped with an airtight film. After 30 minutes, the product should be washed off with shampoo. It is not worth using a cosmetic balm in this case - flaxseed oil will perfectly replace it, nourish not only the dermis, but also moisturize the hair;
• using flax extract in shampoo will help prevent the negative effects of artificial additives in its composition. Such a desiccant can be used with every shampoo to moisturize the skin.

Also, the ether can be added to the hair gel, which is made by hand. The tool is indicated for use to restore damaged scalp, prone to peeling. Step-by-step instruction:

• it is necessary to pour flax seeds with warm water all night;
• after the expiration of the period, you need to pour the mixture into a special dish, and heat it in a water bath;
• it is necessary to warm the solution to the consistency of thick jelly;
• strain the composition;
• add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to the cooled serum;
• transfer the resulting concentrate to a blender and beat until a paste.

In order to nourish the face with useful substances, get rid of wrinkles, smooth the skin, you can use various methods with linseed oil.

You can make masks for delicate areas of the skin. For a compress around the eyes you will need:

• sandalwood ether - 1 drop;
• rosewood ether - 1 drop;
• peach oil - 1 drop;
• linen base - 25 ml.

It is necessary to blot the mixture with a napkin or cotton pad, then apply it on the eyes and hold for 20-30 minutes. It is allowed to use this method twice a day: in the morning and in the evening.

For daily use lotion you will need:

• linseed oil - 20 ml;
• egg yolks - 3 pcs.;
• cream - 210 ml;
• lemon - 1 pc.;
• honey - 20 ml;
• camphor alcohol - 160 ml.

The zest must be crushed and poured with boiling water (you need to wait 2 hours), then strain the liquid. Combine lemon juice with the resulting infusion and add cream.Flax oil should be mixed with the yolks before use, and then combined with the residual mass. Pour alcohol into the product, stirring. You can store this lotion for about seven days, and mix before use.

The tool eliminates peeling from the face, removes the stratum corneum, nourishes the dermis with oxygen. For the composition you will need:

• oat flakes - 1 tbsp. a spoon;
• finely ground coffee - 1 teaspoon;
• walnuts ground in a coffee grinder - 1 teaspoon;
• linseed oil - 50 ml.

All components must be combined and smoothly applied to the entire face, carefully passing through the problem areas. Massage the skin with your fingertips for a few minutes and leave the product on the skin. Wash off after ten minutes.

A flax-based product will help soften rough skin and restore weathered epidermis. You need to mix:

• oil squeeze from flax seeds - 1 tbsp. a spoon;
• liquid honey - 1 tbsp. a spoon;
• lemon juice - 15 ml.

As a rule, girls speak only positively about linseed oil. Separate negative reviews are when the drug is intolerant or used after the expiration date. Buyers agree that the use of oil for medical and cosmetic purposes is very effective. The radiance of the skin appears, the tone is restored and wrinkles on the skin are smoothed out. Girls especially like flax-based scalp masks, as well as compresses for dry and damaged facial dermis.

You will learn about linseed oil for the face and masks with it from the video.