How to use Almond Oil for Skin, Hair and Facial
Most of our almond oil fans use their Almond oil as part of their facial routine. In fact Supermodel Adrina Lima uses it for this. (Marie Claire 2018).
Almond oil has been used for centuries in the Mediterran
People love various commercial skin care products and spend a lot just to improve their skin. Sometimes, they overlook that nature has something to offer to improve our skin, especially our facial skin, and that is the almond oil.
Almond oil is widely used in many cosmetic products for facial skin. The vitamins found in it are needed for human skin and for healthy hair growth. Here are some tips on how to use almond oil for the face.
Facial Cleanser
If you have sensitive skin or you have acne problems, then almond oil is not suggested for you as a facial scrub but you can use it as facial cleanser. Almond oil can be used as facial cleanser without adding any additive. Be sure that your face is dry and clean before applying the oil. Just pour some drops of almond oil or ½ tsp. of it into your palm. Gently rub the oil all over your face. For best results, leave it on your face for 2 minutes.
To clean your face thoroughly, wet a cloth with warm water then wring it. For 3 minutes, cover your face with this cloth. This will open the pores on your facial skin. Wet the cloth again after three minutes to wipe the oil away from your face.
Facial Massage
If you want to have a facial massage, use almond oil before bed. It ensures that the oil will stay long enough on your facial skin. Almond oil when used in facial massage removes dead skin cells, improved skin tone and reduce dark circles under eye. It is also relaxing for your face. It prevents aging and get rid of wrinkles. It also reduces sunburn effects on face.
Facial Scrub
Almond oil can be an excellent carrier for sugar and salt for your facial scrub. Salts and sugar removes dirt and dead skin cells from your face. Your scrubbed skin is immediately moisturized because of almond oil.
A mixture of salt or sugar with almond oil can be gently rubbed all over your face through your hands. But rubbing too hard can cause irritation. If you have sensitive skin or acne problems, avoid using this mixture.
Facial Moisturizer
Almond oil does not only soften dry or rough skin, it also creates protective layer on the face. It is a natural substance since your facial skin will be not exposed to the harmful chemical ingredients.
It’s very easy to use as facial moisturizer. Just take some drops of almond oil and apply it to your face. Be sure that you only apply the oil on the dry skin.
Almond oil contains essential vitamins such as vitamin A, E, D. These vitamins are good for skin’s beauty and health. Almond oil is a primary ingredient in most cosmetic products. To enhance the effect of almond oil, you can try to mix it with honey and other vegetable oils.
