The benefits of linseed, olive, castor oil are known to many. They are widely used, and they can easily be purchased at pharmacies or supermarkets. Pomegranate oil is not so popular, and few know about its magical exceptional properties. Get this oil from the grains. The main areas for the export of raw materials are India, Egypt, Iran, Turkey, China, and the southern countries of Europe.
The use of pomegranate oil by the beauties and healers of Egypt is known. For the beauty of the body, hair and skin, pomegranate juice, its grains were used and included in various collections with grapes, honey and figs. The fruits of the tree were a source of vitamins in many diseases of the internal organs. To date, numerous studies have proven that pomegranate oil is useful for diabetes, vascular and heart diseases and increases the chances of cure for melanoma. The oil has been widely used in therapy, cooking and cosmetology. Reviews of pomegranate oil for the face of women who have tried this magic tool on themselves are always positive.
Composition
Oil is obtained from pomegranate seeds by cold pressing. The grains are previously crushed. About 500 kg of the finished product is obtained from 500 kg of raw materials. This is a bit, so it costs a lot. About 15 ml of oil costs about 10-13 dollars. Another method is carbon dioxide extraction. However, with this method, the quality characteristics are weakened. Depending on the processing method, the oil differs in color, smell and density. The product obtained by cold pressing is more dense and viscous, slightly reddish. This oil smells slightly pomegranate and slightly nuts. The taste is very pleasant.
The secret of the benefits of pomegranate oil is its unique composition:
- Pomegranate (punic) acid is 60-85 percent of the volume, contains plant compounds similar to human estradiol. When ingested, it softens the discomfort in women caused by hormonal fluctuations in PMS and menopause. Helps preserve the important B53 gene responsible for cancer protection. When the defense is destroyed, this gene mutates, the cells begin to divide incorrectly, and the risk of developing oncology increases.
- Polyphenols are pigments of plant origin, due to the antioxidant effect of which the body is cleansed of harmful and unnecessary substances.
- Ellagic acid provides cardioprotection, improves blood flow in the capillaries and blood vessels, relieves inflammation, nourishes the heart muscle.
- Flavonoids increase tissue regeneration, take part in lipid metabolism, and prevent the deposition of cholesterol. Prevent the development of stomach ulcers, cutaneous fungus and dermatitis.
- Punicic acid favorably affects the brain, restores memory and blood circulation, prevents the development of cancerous tumors.
The composition contains active minerals and vitamins A, groups B, C, calcium and iron in high concentrations, as well as antioxidants and tannins. By the way, pomegranate oil contains three times more antioxidants than green tea.
Benefit and scope
Not everyone knows the benefits of pomegranate oil. Apply it for cosmetic purposes and therapy. Oil is produced both in liquid form in bottles and in granules. Oil is taken both externally and inward, 5-7 drops. For oral administration, pomegranate oil in granules is preferable.
The therapeutic effect is based on the content of special substances, tocopherols, stigmasterols and campesterols in the product. It has antimicrobial, regenerative, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties.
- Effectively and quickly eliminates puffiness.
- Lowers cholesterol.
- Reduces the development of sclerotic plaques.
- With diabetes, it stabilizes blood sugar.
- Lowers blood pressure.
- Cleanses blood vessels and heart muscle.
- It helps with inflammatory diseases of the intestines and joints.
- Perfect for aging skin.
- It is an excellent prevention of oncology, as it destroys cancer cells.
- Improves memory.
- Accelerates metabolism, promotes collagen production.
- Helps with excessive oily hair.
Disease Use
Used for diseases such as:
- Thyroid dysfunction.
- Elevated blood sugar.
- Alzheimer's disease.
- Immunodeficiency.
- Oncological diseases.
- Infertility in women.
- Ischemia, migraine, hypertension.
- PMS, menopause.
- Autoimmune conditions.
- Neurosis.
- Skin problems (eczema, neurodermatitis, psoriasis).
- Osteoporosis.
How to buy quality oil
The price of pomegranate seed oil is high, so it is not surprising that cases of falsification and falsification are not uncommon. Usually, they try to give out the product obtained by extraction for high-quality oil obtained by cold pressing. As mentioned above, such an oil will have a slightly pronounced color and taste and will not be thick enough. Therefore, when purchasing a product, you should carefully study the label and check the consistency.
Due to its thick consistency, the oil is perfectly preserved. When the bottle is closed, beneficial properties are preserved throughout the year. After opening it should be kept in the refrigerator.
You can buy oil in online stores and specialized stores selling dietary supplements. Pomegranate oil is also found in pharmacy chains, mainly in the form of capsules.
Intercourse with skin
The oil has a thick consistency and is quite dense. When applied to the skin, it is felt, but not as unpleasantly oily, but as viscous. There is no skin tightening, but there is a feeling as if the skin is covered with a film. At the same time, stickiness and desire to rinse it off faster does not arise. When mixed with other oils or cosmetic creams, the oil becomes airy and soft, almost weightless. In general, oil is considered to be “film”, since the protective barrier created during its application is very dense.
For beauty and youthful skin
One of the main areas of application of pomegranate oil is facial skin care. This is made possible thanks to the rich composition of the oil. The contained acids activate the growth of regular cells. Blood circulation improves, due to which the elasticity of the dermis and its saturation with oxygen increase. The skin becomes clean, radiant and takes on a healthy look. Promotes the production of youth protein - collagen. Slows down photoaging, fights toxic surplus. That is why the use of pomegranate oil in cosmetology is widespread.
Oil has:
- Protective properties - creates an invisible protection that protects from the influence of the sun and the negative factors of the world, wind, frost.
- Nutritious - activates the regeneration of dermal cells.
- Moisturizing - helps to keep the upper layers of the skin moisturized, maintains an optimal water balance of the epidermis and prevents early aging.
Pomegranate seed oil is ideal for mature skin of women older than 35 years. Enhancing regeneration, has a visible visual effect on the epidermis. It is a wonderful anti-aging agent that prolongs youth. Enhances collagen production, which promotes cell regeneration and skin cleansing. The complexion improves and skin elasticity increases, the lost elasticity returns. Wrinkles near the eyes, facial wrinkles between the eyebrows and nasolabial folds are smoothed out. Nourished and saturated skin is less susceptible to harmful effects. Apply the product both independently and by adding to the care products. You can also purchase special creams for aging skin with it. According to reviews, pomegranate face oil is best for women with dry skin.
In addition to aging skin care, oil is used in cosmetology to restore damaged, dry, irritated and deformed skin. Being quite oily, the oil softens such skin, nourishes and promotes the speedy revival of epidermal cells.
For skin care after sunburn, pomegranate oil is also used. After sunbathing, it soothes and softens the skin, creating a protective layer.
Pomegranate oil is also used in skin diseases: eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and sunburn. Patients say that it relieves inflammation.
With excessively hard water, oil is included in the usual formulations for washing.
Benefits for nails and hair
Hair and nails can also be healed with pomegranate oil. Applied to the skin of the hands, it softens it and heals microcracks. Systematic use will give the nail plate and hands a well-groomed and healthy look.
A few drops of oil added to everyday hand cream will help moisturize your hands after a manicure. Putting your nails in order, it is worth making a nourishing bath for nails with the addition of a few drops of oil.
For hair, pomegranate oil is used for medicinal purposes. It perfectly affects the hair follicles and gives a beautiful look to the hair:
- It is used in the treatment of seborrhea.
- Makes curls elastic and resilient.
- Protects from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.
- Eliminates dandruff.
- Restores split ends.
- Activates hair growth.
- Nourishes dry curls.
For the therapeutic effect, hair masks are usually made, including pomegranate oil. To add shine and silkiness, a few drops can be added to the shampoo when washing your hair.
Moisturizing body skin
For the body, pomegranate oil is used:
- women with sagging skin - to smooth wrinkles and deep wrinkles in the neckline, on the neck;
- women who gave birth to restore breast elasticity, prevent stretch marks;
- to combat cellulite, excess weight and subcutaneous tissue fluid on the thighs, tightens sagging skin no worse than orange oil;
- in intimate life as a lubricant;
- as a massage oil in combination with other oils (e.g. jojoba).
Women in their reviews of pomegranate oil note that its use for body care can cope with sagging skin, “orange peel” on the hips and stretch marks.
Harm and prohibitions on use
Despite all the benefits of the product, in some cases the use of pomegranate oil is undesirable:
- When carrying a child (oil rich in estrogen, even if applied externally, can harm the baby).
- Young girls under 30 years old - before this age, the skin does not need excessive nourishment with collagen, it can even be harmful.
- With oily skin - thick and viscous oil will only exacerbate the problem.
- For allergies - with intolerance to pomegranate, it is better to refuse the use of oil.
The use of oil in capsules is prohibited during pregnancy and lactation. This is due to the increased level of the hormone estrogen, which can provoke undesirable consequences.
With caution when taken orally should be taken by persons:
- prone to allergies;
- hypotension;
- suffering from diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- with gastritis with increased acidity;
- with hemorrhoids, constipation, flatulence.
The use of oil is possible in these cases only in the absence of an exacerbation of such a condition and the presence of obvious benefits from taking.
Application methods
Pomegranate seed oil is used both separately and in cosmetic products. To nourish the skin and saturate it with oxygen, vitamins and minerals, oil is used in its pure form, applied directly to the skin. In cooking, it is used as a flavoring agent in the manufacture of products (drinks, sweets). Used internally in the treatment of diseases:
- In liquid form, 4-6 drops in a course for one to two months.
- In capsules - one capsule per day.
Topically applied:
- In its pure form, applying to the skin.
- Adding 3-8 drops several times a week to everyday cosmetics, creams, shampoos.
- To enrich creams, lotions, shampoos, add two drops per 10 ml of volume to tubes, jars and bottles.
- To create mixtures with essential oils, depending on the component composition.
Beauty recipes for hair and skin
Here is an example of a hair mask with the addition of oil:
- Pomegranate oil - 6-8 drops.
- Castor oil - 20 ml.
- Aloe juice - 20 ml.
- Kefir - 60 ml.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly. You can slightly warm up in a water bath. Then apply a warm composition rather quickly to the hair along the entire length and scalp, separating them into strands and using clips. Cover your head with cling film and a towel. This will enhance the effectiveness of the mask. Maintain the composition on the head for at least half an hour. Then wash your hair in the usual way. If necessary, increase the dose of shampoo, as sometimes castor oil is poorly washed from the hair. Do not use on days when a headache and migraine have started.
For the face, you can make such a mask:
- Honey - 25 ml.
- Turmeric - 2.5 mg.
- Shea Butter - 1.5 mg.
- Pomegranate oil - 5-7 drops.
Melt honey on the stove with a water bath or in the microwave. Add shea butter, pomegranate and turmeric. Mix everything and apply to cleansed skin. If the composition is hot, wait a bit. Soak for fifteen minutes and rinse thoroughly. Apply moisturizer. Shea butter is very nutritious, and turmeric and honey are a favorite secret of the beauty of oriental women. In combination with pomegranate oil, these components give the skin a luxurious and nourishing effect. Such a mask will give the skin softness and an amazing feeling of well-being and freshness, as after salon procedures.
The article examined the beneficial properties of pomegranate seed oil. The unique properties of the product make it possible to successfully use it in cosmetology and therapy.